Makita MAC5501G Support Question
Makita MAC5501G Support Question
Find answers below for this question about Makita MAC5501G.Need a Makita MAC5501G manual? We have 1 online manual for this item!
Question posted by Hblevinsh on April 20th, 2018
Low Air Volume & Running Constantly
It Constantly runs & not enough air to drive framing guns. Only get enough for about five nails out of a trim gu
Current Answers
Answer #1: Posted by Odin on April 20th, 2018 10:03 AM
Odin
Member since:
April 10th, 2010 Points: 41,236,790
Member since:
April 10th, 2010 Points: 41,236,790
See the Trouble Shooting section starting at https://www.manualslib.com/manual/443131/Makita-Mac5500g.html?page=10#manual. Note especially the second-listed PROBLEM on the first page and the first-listed PROBLEM on the second page.
Hope this is useful. Please don't forget to click the Accept This Answer button if you do accept it. My aim is to provide reliable helpful answers, not just a lot of them. See https://www.helpowl.com/profile/Odin.
Related Makita MAC5501G Manual Pages
Instruction Manual - Page 1
Wash hands after handling this compressor. WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to operate
this product. www.makitatools.com
NOTICE
Carefully read this instruction manual and the engine manual before attempting to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
MODEL #
MAC5501G SERIAL #
Instruction Manual - Page 2
IMPORTANT -
MAC5501G
SPECIFICATION CHART
Maximum Horsepower SCFM @ 40 PSIG SCFM @ 100 PSIG Cut-In Pressure Cut-Out Pressure Engine RPM Tank Size Weight
5.5 HP 14
12.5 110 135 3600 10 Gallon 190 lbs. Wear hearing protection Wear eye protection
www.makitatools.com Read the Safety Guidelines and ALL instructions carefully before operating. OWNERS MANUAL FOR
Gas Compressor
MODEL No.
Instruction Manual - Page 3
... Lubrication 12 Filling Compressor With Oil 12 Oil Change 12 Engine Lubrication 12 Maintenance 12 Checking Belt Tension 13 Installing a New Belt 13 Operating Your Air Compressor 13 Maintenance Schedule 14 Trouble Shooting 15 Compressor Maintenance Log 18 Makita Warranty 20
Instruction Manual - Page 4
...operation with a fire extinguisher. · Do not operate
machine with the operation and controls of the air compressor. · Keep operating area clear of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you or ...breathing CO even if you in this product contains chemicals known to the State of your air compressor could lead to serious injury to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive ...
Instruction Manual - Page 5
Never attempt to inflate small low-pressure objects such as children's toys, footballs, basketballs, etc. Never use .... and regulated air pressure gauge to the air outlet of your compressor. · Follow the equipment manufacturers recommendation and never exceed the maximum allowable pressure rating of attachments. Exceeding the pressure rating of air tools, spray guns, air operated accessories...
Instruction Manual - Page 6
...where flammable vapors are spraying. · Use an approved respirator designed for breathing. The air stream may contribute to hearing loss.
Page 6 HOW TO PREVENT IT
Always wear certified ...you are present. Work in a secure location away from compressor. · Never inhale air from the compressor, either directly or from this product may contain carbon monoxide or other components...
Instruction Manual - Page 7
... small objects at other people or animals. · Always turn the compressor off and bleed pressure from the air line before attempting maintenance, attaching tools or accessories. · Always shut off the compressor and release air pressure from the tank and any part of the body or at high speed, resulting in a serious...
Instruction Manual - Page 8
...and procedures, refer to use your engine owners manual.
EMISSIONS NOTICE
The U.S., California Clean Air Act, and Environment Canada EPA, California, and Canadian regulations require all manufacturers to furnish written...spark arrester, as defined in section 4442, and maintained in your accessory or air tool. GLOSSARY
CFM: Cubic feet per square inch gauge; a unit of measure of pressure.
PSIG: ...
Instruction Manual - Page 9
...air compressor that pumps air more than a 50% duty cycle. Before you store the air compressor, make sure you start your air compressor, it begins to run, air pressure in the tank begins to the section your air tank from the air... misuse because the air compressor is supplied for operating paint spray guns, air tools, caulking guns, grease guns, air brushes, sandblaster, inflating...
Instruction Manual - Page 10
... engine does not idle down in pressure setting, always approach the desired pressure from the air tank is always less or equal to the tank pressure.
Turn the knob clockwise to... increase pressure and counter-clockwise to eliminate the safety relief valve. REGULATOR: The air pressure coming into the tank, the unloader will protect against high pressure by the regulator ...
Instruction Manual - Page 11
... compressor near the spray area. When you are free of tank. Remove the air tool or accessory. 9. Run the compressor for use . If a pipe line is set to the correct pressure setting. ... always be stored. The compressor has heat dissipation fins for air tools and accessories. Too much air pressure causes a hazardous risk of the compressor, as this obstructs cooling and can now...
Instruction Manual - Page 12
... OR CHANGE OIL WHILE THE UNIT IS RUNNING. Always use at ambient temperatures of 32º F - 86º F (0º to 30º C)
OTHER APPROVED OILS Regular mineral oils can also be taken: 1) Turn off engine. MAINTENANCE Before doing any maintenance or adjustments to your air compressor, the following specifications:
FILLING THE COMPRESSOR...
Instruction Manual - Page 13
... tension as shown in "OPEN" position. d) Once the engine starts running properly, the compressor fills the air receiver with compressed air, when maximum pressure (set by the pilot valve control) is reached,...if necessary.
3) Make sure gas tank is reached. If not, repeat. e) With the engine running , slowly move choke lever to be checked after 20 hours of operation. ENGINE IDLE SPEED MAY ...
Instruction Manual - Page 14
... securely fastened. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
DAILY OR BEFORE EACH USE 1) Check oil level 2) Drain condensation from cylinder head, engine, fan blades, intercooler, and air receiver. 2) Clean air filter by opening air filter, removing filter element and cleaning it thoroughly and allow to dry completely before assembly. 3) Worn filter should be replaced. 4) Check v-belts for...
Instruction Manual - Page 15
...Stop/Start operation Pilot valve differential adjusted too close. TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
Will not start Low pressure
Oil in Discharge
Compressor Overheats
Compressor loads & unloads or idols up & down ... open Loose tubes or fittings Dirty or plugged air filter Defective unloader valve Too much oil in air system Worn or loose drive belts Defective compressor valves Compressor too small for ...
Instruction Manual - Page 16
...Drive belts slipping. Drain valve left open Defective pressure gauge Leaking head gasket Dirty or plugged inter cooler tubes Unloader pilot adjusted too low, or defective Worn or defective compressor valves Worn piston work out rings Restrictive check valve
Compressor incorrectly sized Faulty unloader / check valve Low...
Insufficient output, low discharge pressure
Engine stalls
Water in crankcase...
Instruction Manual - Page 17
... or drive belts Worn connector rods, wrist pin or main bearings Compressor valves loose or broken Check valve knocks at low pressure Clogged inlet filter
Wrong oil being used, wrong viscosity Oil level too high
Crankcase breather valve malfunction Compressor runs unloaded too long
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Check and replace check valve if necessary...
Similar Questions
Compressor Will Not Shut Off When It Reaches The Desired Psi Continues To Run To
(Posted by alpinedave 3 years ago)
Ignition Coil Air Gap
/what is the normal air gap between ignition unit and flywheel on the ek7301 chop saw
/what is the normal air gap between ignition unit and flywheel on the ek7301 chop saw
(Posted by smitty114 4 years ago)
Air Receivers Drain Plug
Where is the "AIR RECEIVERS DRAIN PLUG?" Initial start up instructions state to open and run for twe...
Where is the "AIR RECEIVERS DRAIN PLUG?" Initial start up instructions state to open and run for twe...
(Posted by dclombard 8 years ago)
Makita Air Compressor Mac5200
I've got a Makita mac 5200 air compressor that is suddenly leaking air out the pressure regulator kn...
I've got a Makita mac 5200 air compressor that is suddenly leaking air out the pressure regulator kn...
(Posted by dklilja 8 years ago)
How To Charge A Air Receiver With 6 Bar Air Line And What Will Be The Pressure I
(Posted by ramssaanthi 11 years ago)