INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE HAZARD Risk of Unsafe Operation. MAKITA - MAC700 / MAC2400 / MAC5200 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING USING THIS EQUIPMENT. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Unsafe operation of your air compressor could lead to serious injury to you or others.
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• Follow the equipment manufacturers recommendation and never exceed the maximum allowable pressure rating of attachments. Never use the compressor to inflate small low-pressure objects such as children’s toys, footballs, basketballs, etc. MAKITA - MAC700 / MAC2400 / MAC5200...
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HAZARD Risk of Electric Shock. Risk of Explosion or Fire. Risk to Breathing. MAKITA - MAC700 / MAC2400 / MAC5200 WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Your air compressor is powered by electricity. Like any other electrically powered device, if it is not used properly, it may cause electrical shock.
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• Never touch hot components during or immediately after operation of the compressor. Do not reach around protective shrouds or attempt maintenance until unit has been allowed to cool. MAKITA - MAC700 / MAC2400 / MAC5200...
"cut-in pressure". All Makita manufactured air compressors are recommended to be operated on not more than a 50% duty cycle. This means an air compressor that pumps air more than 50% of one hour is considered misuse because the air compressor is undersized for the required air demand.
See “Maintenance”. AIR COMPRESSOR PUMP: To compress air, the piston moves up and down in the cylinder. On the down stroke, air is drawn in through the air intake valve. The exhaust valve remains closed.
WARNING: Compressors are shipped without oil. A small amount of oil may be present in the pump upon receipt of the air compressor. This is due to factory testing and does not mean the pump contains oil.
INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES ... Cont’d CAUTION: Multi-Viscosity motor oils, like 10W30, should not be used in an air compressor. They leave carbon deposits on critical components, thus reducing performance and compressor life. Use air compressor oil only.
In the event if a short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This air compressor must be properly grounded. The air compressor is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be used with an outlet that has been installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR, UNPLUG THE COM- PRESSOR AND BLEED OFF ALL AIR PRESSURE. To ensure efficient operation and longer life of the air compressor unit, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. The following routine maintenance schedule is geared to a unit in a normal working environment operating on a daily basis.
The motor does not get up to full power or speed. Fuses blow out when starting the motor; lights dim and remain dim when motor is started and is running. SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS OWNERS MANUAL MAKITA - MAC700 / MAC2400 / MAC5200...
Air leaks in air tank or at air tank welds. Air leaks between head and valve plate. MAKITA - MAC700 / MAC2400 / MAC5200 CAUSE Defective pressure switch. Improper wiring. Fittings are not tight enough. Defective or dirty check valve.
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Remove and clean, or replace. Tighten fittings. (See Air Leaks section of troubleshooting guide). Let motor cool off and reset overload switch. Motor will start automatically when tank pressure drops below "cut-in" pressure of pressure switch. MAKITA - MAC700 / MAC2400 / MAC5200...
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PROBLEM Motor will not run. (con’t) Regulator knob has continuous air leak. Regulator will not shut off at air outlet. MAKITA - MAC700 / MAC2400 / MAC5200 CAUSE Check valve is stuck open. Loose electrical connections. Possible defective capacitor. Paint spray on internal motor parts.
WARRANTY MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this one year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita’s Factory or Authorized Service Centers.
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MODEL NO. YEAR SERIAL NO. STATE / PROVINCE: COUNTRY: TELEPHONE: 20 - 29 30 - 39 Radio Exhibition From Friend Previous Usage Repair Service Durability Power Makita Brand STATUS Married Single Male 40 - 49 50 - 59 Female Over 60...
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