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OWNERS MANUAL FOR Oil Lubricated Air Compressor MODEL No MAC2400 SPECIFICATION CHART Model # Horsepower SCFM @ 40 PSIG SCFM @ 90 PSIG Cut-In Pressure Cut-Out Pressure Bore Stroke Voltage -Single Phase Motor RPM Amperage @ max pressure Tank Size CSA/US Listed MAC2400 2.5 4.8 4.2 100 PSI 130 PSI 51 mm... 44 mm 120 1720 12.3 4.2 Gallon Yes Minimum Circuit Requirement: 15 AMPS *A circuit breaker is connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuses. If the air compressor is preferred. www.makitatools.com...
OWNERS MANUAL FOR Oil Lubricated Air Compressor MODEL No MAC2400 SPECIFICATION CHART Model # Horsepower SCFM @ 40 PSIG SCFM @ 90 PSIG Cut-In Pressure Cut-Out Pressure Bore Stroke Voltage -Single Phase Motor RPM Amperage @ max pressure Tank Size CSA/US Listed MAC2400 2.5 4.8 4.2 100 PSI 130 PSI 51 mm... 44 mm 120 1720 12.3 4.2 Gallon Yes Minimum Circuit Requirement: 15 AMPS *A circuit breaker is connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuses. If the air compressor is preferred. www.makitatools.com...
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... CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Warning Chart 3 GLOSSARY 7 DUTY CYCLE 7 GENERAL INFORMATION ON-RECEIPT INSPECTION 7 STORAGE 8 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION 8 INSTALLATION and BREAK-IN PROCEDURES 9 Location Of the Air Compressor 9 Lubrication and Oil 9 Initial Start Up Procedure 10 Extension Cords 10 Piping 10 Grounding Instruction 10 OPERATING PROCEDURES 11 Daily Start-up Checklist 11 MAINTENANCE...
... CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Warning Chart 3 GLOSSARY 7 DUTY CYCLE 7 GENERAL INFORMATION ON-RECEIPT INSPECTION 7 STORAGE 8 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION 8 INSTALLATION and BREAK-IN PROCEDURES 9 Location Of the Air Compressor 9 Lubrication and Oil 9 Initial Start Up Procedure 10 Extension Cords 10 Piping 10 Grounding Instruction 10 OPERATING PROCEDURES 11 Daily Start-up Checklist 11 MAINTENANCE...
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...IN SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. Page 3 HAZARD Risk of Unsafe Operation WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Unsafe operation of your air compressor could lead to serious injury to you or others. • Review and understand all instructions and warnings in this product. • ... fire extinguisher. • Do not operate machine with the operation and controls of the air compressor. • Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets, and obstacles. • Keep children away from the air compressor at all times. • Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the...
...IN SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. Page 3 HAZARD Risk of Unsafe Operation WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Unsafe operation of your air compressor could lead to serious injury to you or others. • Review and understand all instructions and warnings in this product. • ... fire extinguisher. • Do not operate machine with the operation and controls of the air compressor. • Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets, and obstacles. • Keep children away from the air compressor at all times. • Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the...
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Page 4 Never use the compressor to you and others. HAZARD Risk of Air Tank Bursting WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the tank, and RESULT IN A VIOLENT TANK ...properly drain condensed water from the tank, causing rust and thinning of attachments. Risk of Attachments and Accessories Bursting Exceeding the pressure rating of air tools, spray guns, air operated accessories, tires AND other components, which control tank pressure. • Follow the equipment manufacturers recommendation and never exceed the maximum allowable ...
Page 4 Never use the compressor to you and others. HAZARD Risk of Air Tank Bursting WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the tank, and RESULT IN A VIOLENT TANK ...properly drain condensed water from the tank, causing rust and thinning of attachments. Risk of Attachments and Accessories Bursting Exceeding the pressure rating of air tools, spray guns, air operated accessories, tires AND other components, which control tank pressure. • Follow the equipment manufacturers recommendation and never exceed the maximum allowable ...
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... to this product could increase the risk of Explosion or Fire Risk to Breathing WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Your air compressor is powered by qualified service personnel or a licensed electrician, in accordance with good cross ventilation. • Read and follow the safety... other electrically powered device, if it is not used properly, it is raining, or in a secure location away from compressor. • The compressed air from your compressor is normal for breathing. Like any other components. • Sprayed materials such as paint, paint • Never inhale...
... to this product could increase the risk of Explosion or Fire Risk to Breathing WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Your air compressor is powered by qualified service personnel or a licensed electrician, in accordance with good cross ventilation. • Read and follow the safety... other electrically powered device, if it is not used properly, it is raining, or in a secure location away from compressor. • The compressed air from your compressor is normal for breathing. Like any other components. • Sprayed materials such as paint, paint • Never inhale...
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... shields when using the compressor. • Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward any compressor is in the release air pressure on/auto position. Page 6 Risk from Moving Parts The compressor cycles • Always unplug the automatically when the compressor and pressure switch is operating...at other people or animals. • Always turn the compressor off and bleed pressure from the air line before maintenance while the attempting any part of the compressor. Risk from Compressed Air The compressed air stream can cause soft tissue damage, and can result in ...
... shields when using the compressor. • Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward any compressor is in the release air pressure on/auto position. Page 6 Risk from Moving Parts The compressor cycles • Always unplug the automatically when the compressor and pressure switch is operating...at other people or animals. • Always turn the compressor off and bleed pressure from the air line before maintenance while the attempting any part of the compressor. Risk from Compressed Air The compressed air stream can cause soft tissue damage, and can result in ...
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...While the motor is called "cut -in transit and cause problems with compressor operation. The pressure at which combine the functions of damage to a certain pressure before shipment. DUTY CYCLE All Makita manufactured air compressors are recommended to a certain level the motor will give you can ...be done regardless of any visible signs of air regulation and/or moisture and dirt removal should be used where ...
...While the motor is called "cut -in transit and cause problems with compressor operation. The pressure at which combine the functions of damage to a certain pressure before shipment. DUTY CYCLE All Makita manufactured air compressors are recommended to a certain level the motor will give you can ...be done regardless of any visible signs of air regulation and/or moisture and dirt removal should be used where ...
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...the carrier and arrange for inspection of the pressure switch, is designed to automatically release compressed air from the compressor head and the outlet tube when the air compressor On the upstroke of each use. PRESSURE SWITCH UNLOADING VALVE: The pressure switch unloading valve ... "Operating Procedures" sections and perform maintenance as being stepped on the side of goods immediately. Store the air compressor in through the check valve and into the compressor pump. product was shipped directly to you do the following: 1. MOTOR THERMAL OVERLOAD PROTECTOR: The electric motor...
...the carrier and arrange for inspection of the pressure switch, is designed to automatically release compressed air from the compressor head and the outlet tube when the air compressor On the upstroke of each use. PRESSURE SWITCH UNLOADING VALVE: The pressure switch unloading valve ... "Operating Procedures" sections and perform maintenance as being stepped on the side of goods immediately. Store the air compressor in through the check valve and into the compressor pump. product was shipped directly to you do the following: 1. MOTOR THERMAL OVERLOAD PROTECTOR: The electric motor...
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...-adjustment after making a change in a clean, dry and well-ventilated area. INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES LOCATION OF THE AIR COMPRESSOR Locate the air compressor in pressure setting, always approach the desired pressure from a lower pressure. Follow the instructions packaged with oil and broken in... VALVE: If the pressure switch does not shut off the air compressor at the outlet side of each particular accessory, the outlet regulated air pressure may have to allow for proper installation. The air compressor head and shroud are shipped without first adding oil to decrease...
...-adjustment after making a change in a clean, dry and well-ventilated area. INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES LOCATION OF THE AIR COMPRESSOR Locate the air compressor in pressure setting, always approach the desired pressure from a lower pressure. Follow the instructions packaged with oil and broken in... VALVE: If the pressure switch does not shut off the air compressor at the outlet side of each particular accessory, the outlet regulated air pressure may have to allow for proper installation. The air compressor head and shroud are shipped without first adding oil to decrease...
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... an escape wire for use. Use air compressor oil only. If an extension cord must be properly grounded. This air compressor must be used in the pump upon receipt of the air compressor. Low voltage can burst from air pressure. Regardless of its indicated pressure rating...a cord having a grounding wire with compressed air. The air compressor is necessary, use with an appropriate Initial Start Up Procedure: 1.Open the air receiver's drain valve. 2.Plug power supply cord into correct power source. 3.Run the compressor for air distribution lines. Piping that is the same size...
... an escape wire for use. Use air compressor oil only. If an extension cord must be properly grounded. This air compressor must be used in the pump upon receipt of the air compressor. Low voltage can burst from air pressure. Regardless of its indicated pressure rating...a cord having a grounding wire with compressed air. The air compressor is necessary, use with an appropriate Initial Start Up Procedure: 1.Open the air receiver's drain valve. 2.Plug power supply cord into correct power source. 3.Run the compressor for air distribution lines. Piping that is the same size...
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... should be used with an outlet that has been provided. The regulator outlet pressure must have the same configuration as the plug. Always operate the air compressor in electrical shock. When you are signs of tank. Page 11 Attach hose and accessories. Adjust the regulator to "OFF". 7. grounding plug. The plug must...
... should be used with an outlet that has been provided. The regulator outlet pressure must have the same configuration as the plug. Always operate the air compressor in electrical shock. When you are signs of tank. Page 11 Attach hose and accessories. Adjust the regulator to "OFF". 7. grounding plug. The plug must...
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... in an extremely dirty and/or hostile environment will depend upon the hours of the air compressor unit, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 1. Check for leaks; Filling with Oil: 1.Remove the oil...basis. If necessary, the schedule should be modified to suit the conditions under which your compressor is used. PERSONAL INJURIES CAN OCCUR. The following routine maintenance schedule is suspected: • Check condition of air compressor pump intake and exhaust valves. • Check condition of all safety valves to a unit...
... in an extremely dirty and/or hostile environment will depend upon the hours of the air compressor unit, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 1. Check for leaks; Filling with Oil: 1.Remove the oil...basis. If necessary, the schedule should be modified to suit the conditions under which your compressor is used. PERSONAL INJURIES CAN OCCUR. The following routine maintenance schedule is suspected: • Check condition of air compressor pump intake and exhaust valves. • Check condition of all safety valves to a unit...
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...The motor does not get up to the check valve threads. Page 13 Do not operate the compressor with External Brass Check Valve Replacement 1. Units with the air filter removed. • A dirty air filter will shut off frequently, check for any reason, the overload protector will not allow the...fitting. 9. Fuses blow out when starting the motor; Allow oil to drain completely. 2.Replace the oil drain plug (The use the compressor, check the air filter to be cleaned with the recommended oil to the proper level. Remove the pressure release tube and fitting. 5. Low voltage can ...
...The motor does not get up to the check valve threads. Page 13 Do not operate the compressor with External Brass Check Valve Replacement 1. Units with the air filter removed. • A dirty air filter will shut off frequently, check for any reason, the overload protector will not allow the...fitting. 9. Fuses blow out when starting the motor; Allow oil to drain completely. 2.Replace the oil drain plug (The use the compressor, check the air filter to be cleaned with the recommended oil to the proper level. Remove the pressure release tube and fitting. 5. Low voltage can ...
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... WILL WEAKEN. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. Defective or dirty check valve. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. Air leaks at air tank welds. Air leaks in the tank and the compressor is stuck. If the electrical contacts are welded together, replace the pressure switch. • If... TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PERFORMING REPAIRS MAY EXPOSE VOLTAGE SOURCES, MOVING PARTS OR COMPRESSED AIR SOURCES. Tighten fittings where air can be replaced. PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING ANY REPAIRS, UNPLUG THE COMPRESSOR AND BLEED OFF TANK AIR PRESSURE. Improper wiring. PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR. Defective pressure switch. CORRECTION...
... WILL WEAKEN. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. Defective or dirty check valve. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. Air leaks at air tank welds. Air leaks in the tank and the compressor is stuck. If the electrical contacts are welded together, replace the pressure switch. • If... TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PERFORMING REPAIRS MAY EXPOSE VOLTAGE SOURCES, MOVING PARTS OR COMPRESSED AIR SOURCES. Tighten fittings where air can be replaced. PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING ANY REPAIRS, UNPLUG THE COMPRESSOR AND BLEED OFF TANK AIR PRESSURE. Improper wiring. PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR. Defective pressure switch. CORRECTION...
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... If valve still leaks, it is being used). safety valve. Operate safety valve manually by your air compressor, you need a larger compressor. • Clean or replace air intake filter. Compressor • Prolonged is used . Motor will not run. • Motor overload protection switch has tripped... pressure drop when the accessory is not excessive supplying use of air usage. • Check the accessory air requirement. If it should be replaced. Page 15 Do not operate the air compressor in " pressure of troubleshooting guide). Note:Adjust the regulated pressure...
... If valve still leaks, it is being used). safety valve. Operate safety valve manually by your air compressor, you need a larger compressor. • Clean or replace air intake filter. Compressor • Prolonged is used . Motor will not run. • Motor overload protection switch has tripped... pressure drop when the accessory is not excessive supplying use of air usage. • Check the accessory air requirement. If it should be replaced. Page 15 Do not operate the air compressor in " pressure of troubleshooting guide). Note:Adjust the regulated pressure...
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...Authorized Warranty Service Center. 1.Check fuse box for blown fuse and replace. Replace regulator. If necessary, reset circuit breaker. Regulator knob has continuous air leak. Regulator will not run. (con't) • Check valve is stuck open , replace it. Page 16 CORRECTION • Remove and clean... Service Center for low voltage conditions and/or proper extension cord. 3.Disconnect the other electrical appliances from circuit or operate the compressor on its own branch circuit. • Bleed the line by pushing the lever on pressure switch has not unloaded head pressure...
...Authorized Warranty Service Center. 1.Check fuse box for blown fuse and replace. Replace regulator. If necessary, reset circuit breaker. Regulator knob has continuous air leak. Regulator will not run. (con't) • Check valve is stuck open , replace it. Page 16 CORRECTION • Remove and clean... Service Center for low voltage conditions and/or proper extension cord. 3.Disconnect the other electrical appliances from circuit or operate the compressor on its own branch circuit. • Bleed the line by pushing the lever on pressure switch has not unloaded head pressure...
Parts Breakdown
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...65533; 8 29 Crankcase cover 30 Connecting rod 31 Oil sight gauge 32 Oil draining plug 33 Motor cover 34 Motor / crankcase cover bolt 35 Air filter assembly 36 Oil filler/crankcase breather 304015-E 1 316001-E 1 321001-E 1 360001-E 1 433011-E 1 352071-E 9 170013-E 1 324003-E ...-E 488004-E 4 �� 1 1 �� 1 1 1 1 1 �� �� 37 Electric motor / Crankcase 251332-E 1 Makita Air Compressor - Model MAC2400 Compressor oil (1 quart) 181122-A 1 PB-MKTA-072605 www.makita.com Makita Air Compressor Part Breakdown -
...65533; 8 29 Crankcase cover 30 Connecting rod 31 Oil sight gauge 32 Oil draining plug 33 Motor cover 34 Motor / crankcase cover bolt 35 Air filter assembly 36 Oil filler/crankcase breather 304015-E 1 316001-E 1 321001-E 1 360001-E 1 433011-E 1 352071-E 9 170013-E 1 324003-E ...-E 488004-E 4 �� 1 1 �� 1 1 1 1 1 �� �� 37 Electric motor / Crankcase 251332-E 1 Makita Air Compressor - Model MAC2400 Compressor oil (1 quart) 181122-A 1 PB-MKTA-072605 www.makita.com Makita Air Compressor Part Breakdown -