Speedaire
Operating Instructions & Parts Manual
Speedaire
Two-Stage Air Compressors
Guide To Maintenance
For Service call 1-888-303-1344.
All requests should include model
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number and serial number.
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To obtain reliable and satisfactory
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service, this unit requires a
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consistent preventive
maintenance schedule.
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Maintenance schedule forms are
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included to aid in keeping the
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proper records.
performing any maintenance
function, switch main disconnect
switch to "off" position to
assure no power is entering unit
"Lock out" or "tag out" all
sources of power. Be sure all air
pressure in unit is relieved.
Failure to do this may result in
injury or equipment damage.
Daily Maintenance
1. Check oil level of compressor.
Add Speedaire recip
lubricant as required. See
"Compressor Oil
Specifications" Section. .
NOTE: Do not mix oil type,
weight, or brands.
2. Drain moisture from tank by
opening tank drain valve
located in bottom of tank. Do
not open drain valve if tank
pressure exceeds 25 PSIG.
3. Turn off compressor at the
end of each day's operation.
Turn off power supply at wall
switch.
For Service and Warranty, Call: 1-888-303-1344
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20, 25 & 30 HP
Weekly Maintenance
1. Clean dust and foreign matter
from cylinder head, motor, fan
blade, air lines, intercooler
and tank.
2. Remove and clean intake air
filters.
15 PSIG nozzle pressure when
cleaning element parts with
compressed air. Do not direct
Before
compressed air against human
skin. Serious injury could
result. Never wash elements
in fuel oil, gasoline or
flammable solvent.
3. Check V-belts for tightness.
The V-belts must be tight
enough to transmit the
necessary power to the
compressor. Adjust the V-belts
as follows:
a. Remove bolts and
b. Loosen mounting
c. Apply pressure with
1WD36, 1WD37, 1WD38, 1WD40, 1WD44
Do not exceed
guard to access
compressor drive.
hardware which secures
motor to base. Slide
motor within slots of
base plate to desired
position.
finger to one belt at
midpoint span. Tension
is correct if top of belt
aligns with bottom of
adjacent belt. Make
further adjustments if
necessary.
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d. Check the alignments of
pulleys. Adjust if
necessary.
e. Tighten mounting
hardware to secure
motor to base.
f. Re-install guard and
secure with bolts.
Never operate
unit without belt guard in place.
Removal will expose rotating
parts which can cause injury or
equipment damage.
Every 90 Days Or 500 Hours
Maintenance
1. Change crankcase oil. Use
only Speedaire
recip lubricant.
2. Check entire system for air
leakage around fittings,
connections, and gaskets,
using soap solution and brush
3. Tighten nuts and cap screws as
required.
4. Check and clean compressor
valves as required. Replace
worn or damaged parts.
Valves
must be replaced in original
positions. Valve gaskets
should be replaced each time
valves are serviced.
5. Pull ring on all pressure relief
valves to assure proper
operation.