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Question posted by tombeug on September 4th, 2013

How Important Is It To Drain The Tank?

its kind of a pain to do this after each use.

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Instruction Manual - Page 2

... branch circuit requirement: 15 A Fuse Type: Time delay Speciﬁcations MODEL WEIGHT HEIGHT WIDTH LENGTH AIR TANK CAPACITY (GALLONS) APPROX CUT-IN PRESSURE APPROX. Safety Valve H. CUT-OUT PRESSURE SCFM @ 90 PSI (620.5 kPa) D55168 88 lbs. (39.92 kg) 41.75" (1060.5mm) 19.0" (482.6 mm) 21.25 (539.8 mm...

Instruction Manual - Page 3

... equipment, always wear OSHA/MSHA/NIOSH approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator when using air tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to these symbols. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTION IF ...HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR ANY DEWALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT: 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258) Important Safety Instructions WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you...

Instruction Manual - Page 4

...equipment must be properly installed. In order to use air produced by this product could result in... they may be used in a clean, dry well ventilated area. Always use certified safety equipment... on the label or safety data sheets for use . Do not operate unit indoors or in any...never be required. • Store flammable materials in use with the compressor must be capable of hose may...

Instruction Manual - Page 5

... rating of air tools, spray guns, air operated accessories, tires, and other electrically powered device, If it is not used properly it is powered by a DEWALT factory service center or a DEWALT authorized service center in a violent air tank explosion: WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT • Failure to properly drain condensed water from...

Instruction Manual - Page 6

... death from the air hose and air tank before attempting maintenance, attaching tools or accessories. See Grounding Instructions under Installation.... • Make certain that the electrical circuit to which are damaged or removed. • Keep your clothing. • Never operate the compressor with side shields when using...

Instruction Manual - Page 7

...A portable compressor can result in a stable secure position to prevent accidental movement of use, noise from the air compressor at all compressor could result in serious injury or...DEWALT factory service center or a DEWALT authorized service center. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE 7 Use additional air hose to hearing loss. • Always wear certified safety equipment: ANSI ...

Instruction Manual - Page 8

... set cut -out" pressure. 8 higher than or equal to the tank pressure. air will protect against of each use . One hand push-to remain inside the air tank. See Draining Air Tank under high pressure by the regulator and is not TANK PRESSURE GAUGE D The tank pressure gauge (B) indicates the B available until the compressor has raised the...

Instruction Manual - Page 9

... accept the plug on hose. K IMPORTANT: The outlet being used must be allowed to prevent hose whip. 1. Inspect the plug and cord before each use if there are not completely understood, ... be properly grounded. Coupler will shut off the motor. This plug M MUST be used , be used with this unit contains a grounding pin (L). Extension Cords If an extension cord must ...

Instruction Manual - Page 10

... or other electrical needs. • Extension cords comply with specifications. • Circuit is not used . WARNING: The air compressor pump and shroud are met. • Voltage supply to the ... (A) to prevent tipping the unit over in a vehicle, trailer, etc., make sure the tank is drained and the unit is connected to a circuit protected by attaching another length of hose to operate...

Instruction Manual - Page 11

...use caution when rolling compressor so that could be lifted or pushed up and down stairs O or steps. Grasp handle of property damage. Ensure the On/Off switch (A) is functioning properly, see Draining Air Tank...: If hose is drained, see Checking Safety Valve under Maintenance. 4. Some air tools and accessories may require filtered air. PREPARATION FOR USE Pre-Start Checklist (Fig...

Instruction Manual - Page 12

... Checklist under Preparation for 15 minutes. 6. Read the instructions for the air tool or device. 3. NOTE: If finished using compressor, follow Steps 2 - 6. WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Drain air tank. 4. The compressor will condense in period. 4. Drain the air tank, see Draining Air Tank under Features. Water will start. 5. Wipe air compressor clean and store in...

Instruction Manual - Page 13

....1 kPa), rotate valve to cool. 3. Purchase replacement parts from air tanks) CAUTION: Risk of drain. English Maintenance Chart Check Safety Valve Drain Tank Air Filter Air compressor pump intake and exhaust valves Before each use Daily or after each use identical replacement parts. 13 Air tanks contain high pressure air. Allow unit to the fully open position...

Instruction Manual - Page 14

... any other accessory not recommended for use with your local dealer or authorized service center. Full One Year Warranty DEWALT heavy duty industrial tools are missing, call the local company or see website for all service calls: Model Number Serial Number Date and Place of purchase. We will repair, ...

Instruction Manual - Page 15

... Cut-Out Pressure: When an air compressor is called cut -in the air tank begins to a certain high pressure before the motor automatically shuts off, protecting your air compressor, it is...Cut-In Pressure: While the motor is off is used. a unit of measure of pressure. The high pressure at which the motor shuts off , air tank pressure drops when accessory is called cut -out pressure...

Instruction Manual - Page 16

...-safety valve pops off 1,2 Air leaks ...3 Air leaks in air tank or at air tank welds 4 Air leaks between head and valve plate 5 Air leaks from safety valve...6 Knocking Noise...6 Pressure reading on the regulated pressure gauge drops when an accessory is used 7 Compressor is not supplying enough air to operate accessories 8,9,10...

Instruction Manual - Page 17

.... English Remove, clean or replace. NOTE: Adjust the regulated pressure under Features. Replace. CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE 4 Defective air tank 5 Leaking seals 6 Defective safety valve 7 Regulator is not adjusted correctly for accessory being used , adjust the regulator as instructed in Regulator under Features if pressure drop is needed to operate accessory. WARNING: Risk...

Instruction Manual - Page 56

... array of lozenge-shaped humps on the surface of pyramids on the handgrip; the kit box configuration; A18764 D55168 Copyright © 2006 DEWALT The following are trademarks for one or more DEWALT power tools: the yellow and black color scheme; DEWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286 (AUG06) Form No.

Parts Diagram - Page 2

... 27 Part Number Parts List for current parts information. Parts list, pricing, and availability subject to change. Please visit www.dewaltservicenet.com for D55168 Type 5 Description Qty Required A16537 TANK ASSEMBLY 1 N008517 WHEEL 2 A01194 BOLT .375-16X2.38 UN 2 SSF-8111-ZN NUT .375-16 HEX WHIZ 2 SST-5314-1 BUMPER RECESS RUBBER...

Parts Diagram - Page 3

...BRACKET 1 COVER 1 SHROUD REAR 1 FILTER ASSY. 1 FILTER REPLACEMENT 1 DRAIN VALVE 1 GRILL 1 SCREW 1 HOSE 1 HOSE 1 CLAMP 2 LABEL 1 WARNING LABEL 1 LABEL 1 LABEL 1 LABEL POWER CORD TRI 1 WARNING LABEL 1 LABEL 1 SPEC INFO LABEL 1 COPYRIGHT© 2005. Please visit www.dewaltservicenet.com for D55168 Type 5 Description Qty Required REGULATOR BONNET 1 KNOB...

Parts Diagram - Page 4

All Rights Reserved. Please visit www.dewaltservicenet.com for D55168 Type 5 Description Qty Required PLUG PIPE 2 BODY QC .250 IND .25 1 BRUSH 2 BRUSH SPRING 2 BELT 1 FAN 1 SCREW 1 MOTOR PULLEY 1 FLYWHEEL 1 CONN ROD/PISTON ASSY 1 SCREW 1 ...