Table of content Table of content Overview........................2 Package contents/device parts................4 General information....................6 Reading and storing the user manual................6 Explanation of symbols.....................6 Safety........................8 Proper use...........................8 Residual risks........................8 Safety notices........................10 Safety instructions for the compressor................13 Checking the compressor and package contents..........18 Operation.......................
General information General information Reading and storing the user manual This user manual accompanies this portable compressor. It contains important information about commissioning and handling. For improved readability, the portable compressor will be referred to only as the “compressor” below. Before using the compressor, read the user manual carefully.
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General information Read the operating manual. Wear hearing protection. The guaranteed sound power level L is 95 dB. Warning: The compressor may start without warning Do not leave the compressor on while performing maintenance. Warning of hot parts. The surfaces of the compressor may heat up during operation.
Safety Safety Proper use The compressor serves to produce compressed air for inflating car tyres, bicycle tyres, air mattresses, sports balls, rubber dinghies etc. using the enclosed adapters. The compressor is not designed to be used commercially, in the trades or for industrial applications; it is only designed for private users for hobby and DIY projects.
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Safety The following risks may arise due to the nature of the compressor: - Hearing loss in the event of failure to use the required ear protection. WARNING! When using power tools, the following basic safety measures must be taken in order to provide protection against electric shocks, risk of injury and fire.
Safety In addition to the safety notes in this user manual and the special regulations for your country, the generally recognised technical rules for operating this compressor must be observed. Safety notices Attention! When using this compressor, the following general safety measures must be taken in order to provide protection against electric shocks, risks of injury and fire.
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Safety 6. Do not overload your compressor. • It works better and more safely within the specified power range. 7. Wear suitable work clothing. • Do not wear any loose-fitting clothing or jewellery as it could be caught by moving parts. •...
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Safety 12. Avoid accidental start-up. • Ensure that the switch is off when inserting the plug in the socket. 13. Use an extension cord when working outdoors. • When outside, only use an extension cord that is approved for such use and which is labelled accordingly. 14.
Safety accessories other than those specified in the user manual or recommended in the catalogue may pose a personal risk of injury for you. 17. Have your power tool repaired by an electrical technician. • This power tool complies with applicable safety regulations.
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Safety - Make sure that the ambient temperature in an enclosed working environ ment does not exceed +25 °C to ensure that the compressor continues to function properly when continuously and completely filled with air. - Only operate the compressor in well ventilated rooms. - Do not spray water or flammable liquids on the compressor.
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Safety - Use a compressed air hose with a hose safety catch if you are working with pressures of 7 bar or more. - Do not use the compressor if the hose or the hose connections have any leaks or are damaged. - Do not attempt to repair damaged lines;...
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Safety the damaged part with an original part. To do so, contact the After Sales Support at the service address indicated on the warranty card. - Always pull the mains plug out of the socket when you are not using the device. - If you are working outdoors, use a fault current (FI) protection switch with a release current of no more than 30 mA to connect the compressor.
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Safety WARNING! Risk of injury! The compressed air jet, which you generate with the compressor, has a high pressure. Improper use of the compressor or the compressed air jet poses a risk of injury! - Do not point the compressor or the accessories at persons, objects or animals to prevent severe injury to persons.
Safety NOTE! Risk of damage! Improper handling of the compressor may result in damage to the compressor. - Do not insert any objects in the compressor. Checking the compressor and package contents WARNING! Risk of swallowing and choking! Children must not play with plastic bags, wrappers and small parts.
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Operation - The compressor may only be operated with the rated input power for 15% of the operating time, that is, for 1.5 minutes. The compressor will cool off the rest of the time. - Switch the compressor off after no more than 10 minutes of continuous operation and let it cool off for at least 10 minutes.
Operation Opening and closing the accessory compartment Place or lay the compressor on a suitable work surface, so that the side with the On/OFF switch faces upward (see Fig. A). 2. Open the accessory compartment , by pulling it out of the duct as far as possible in an upwards direction (see Fig.
Operation 2. Pull the sleeve on the quick coupling of the compressed air hose back (see Fig. A). 3. Pull the pneumatic gun off. Switching the compressor on and off Place or lay the compressor on a suitable work surface. 2.
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Operation 6. In order to expel air, press on the drain valve on the pneumatic gun and check the pressure on the manometer. Set the On/Off switch to the “0” position as soon as the desired or maximum permissible working pressure has been reached. 8.
Operation 10. Set the On/Off switch to the “0” position as soon as the desired or maximum permissible working pressure has been reached. 11. If you no longer wish to use the compressor, pull the mains plug and follow the steps described in the chapter “Switching the compressor on and off”.
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Cleaning - Disconnect the mains plug before each cleaning. - Disconnect all tools before you clean the compressor. WARNING! Risk of burns! The compressor will become hot during operation. - Each time before you clean the compressor, let it cool off completely.
Cleaning 5. Disconnect the connected pneumatic tools before you clean the compressor. 6. Rub off the compressor with a clean cloth or blow the compressor off with compressed air at low pressure to remove dust and dirt. Let all parts dry completely. Replacing the mains connection line WARNING! Risk of electric shock!
Storage 3. Bleed the compressor and all connected pneumatic tools as described in the chapter “Cleaning”. 4. Store the compressor in a dry, safe place. Troubleshooting WARNING! Risk of electric shock! If you open the compressor or repair it improperly, there is a risk of electrical shock.
Disposal Dispose of old electrical device Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with systems for separate collections of recyclable waste. Old electrical devices may not be disposed of as household waste! If the product cannot be used anymore, each consumer is obligated by law to dispose of old devices separately from household waste, e.g.
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Original EU Declaration of Conformity MEROTEC GmbH D-47877 Willich, Otto-Brenner-Str. 8, Germany herewith declare under our own, sole responsibility that our product Portable compressor, Model-No. CQB180D-1 complies with the following directives: 2006/42/EG Machinery Directive 2014/30/EU EMC Directive 2000/14/EG Noise Directive, amended by 2005/88/EC conformity assessment procedure: 2000/14/EC Annex VI, Notified body ID 0865: ISET Srl Unipersonale, 46024 - Moglia (MN), Italy Measured sound power level L...
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