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The tanks should be carefully inspected
at a minimum of once a year. Look for
cracks forming near the welds. If a crack
is detected, remove pressure from tank
immediately and replace.
Tank
Never attempt to repair or modi-
fy a tank! Welding, drilling or
any other modification will
weaken the tank resulting in
damage from rupture or explo-
sion. Always replace worn,
cracked or damaged tanks.
!
DANGER:
Drain liquid from tanks daily.
NOTICE:
TO OPEN
Tank Drain (2)
To change a filter, pull off the filter housing
cover. If filter element is dirty, replace ele-
ment or entire filter.
Filter Removal, Inspection and Replacement
Drive Belt
Belt stretch is a result of normal use.
When properly adjusted, the belt deflects
about 1/2” with five pounds of pressure
applied midway between the motor pulley
and pump.
To adjust drive belt tension:
1. Before servicing, put on ANSI Z87.1-
approved eye protection. Turn off and
unplug compressor. Drain all moisture
and air from unit by fully opening tank
drain valve.
1/2” Deflection
Maintenance (continued)
