Bostitch 6 gal air compressor manual

V erify that the tank air pressure is at 0 PSI. Plug the unit into a properly grounded outlet. The compressor will automatically cycle on and off to. Adjust the pressure regulator to the proper pressure setting required for the air tool. Prior to performing service and maintenance to the compressor , always disconnect all.

There is no oil to replace or. Verify that the compressor is turned Off. Holding the handle, tilt the compressor toward the drain cock so that they are positioned. T urn the drain cock to open the valve. Keep the compressor tilted until all moisture has been removed. Problem Probable Cause Correction. Extension cord causing excessive amp draw Check guidelines for proper cord gauge. Fuse or circuit tripped Replace fuse or breaker.

Unit not turned on or not plugged in Check pressure switch and verify that it is in the On position. V erify that unit is plugged in. Cold weather conditions Place compressor in warmer environment for at least 30 minutes. Air leaks at fittings Fittings loose T ighten fitting. Check with soapy water. Air leak at pressure switch Clogged check valve Remove and clean check valve.

Unit will not build pressure Application requires excessive air demand Reduce demand on compressor. Loose head T ighten bolts on head. Blown gasket Remove head and check for.

Unit will not build pressure Worn or broken valves Remove head and replace valves. Air leak at tank or air tank Damaged air tank. Bostitch, Inc. This warranty is not transferable. It only covers. This warranty is limited to sales in the United States and Canada.

Some states do not allow. This warranty. To obtain warranty service, return the product at your expense together with proof of purchase to a. Bostitch Regional or authorized warranty repair center. Y ou may call us at for the. Lea minuciosamente la. Instrucciones de seguridad Reglas para el funcionamiento seguro Instrucciones de uso Mantenimiento general El equipo de. El empleador y el. Cuando sea necesario, el empleador y el usuario deben verificar que se proteja la cabeza en.

El aire comprimido puede. T ransporte:. Use el mango para mover el compresor. Desconecte siempre el compresor de aire antes de transportarlo. T anques de aire:. Si no se drena la humedad de los tanques. T odos los compresores de aire generan calor , aun cuando funcionen bajo condiciones normales.

Si es necesario reparar o cambiar el cable, no conecte el cable. Puede usarse un adaptador provisorio como. Debe usarse el adaptador provisorio solamente hasta que un electricista capacitado pueda instalar. Siempre que se use. Cuando la temperatura. No detenga el compresor tirando del enchufe. Use solamente el interruptor de apagado. Si el dispositivo necesita servicio o mantenimiento, consulte a un. T apa de la. El uso de. Distancia necesaria Calibre recomendado. To solve this, you should first unplug it from the power outlet then remove the belt.

Check the motor shaft to confirm that it is spinning freely. In case you notice that it is jammed, you should disassemble the motor so that you can repair it. Adjusting the belt tension can also solve this problem. If the belt is worn out, you should consider replacing it. This air compressor should deliver air at the specific pressure you set. If the pressure is not as desired, the unit cannot work correctly. If the pressure is low, the problem could be a leak.

Improperly adjusting the pressure regulator can also cause this problem. If this air compressor builds excess pressure, the cause of the problem could be the switch. You can adjust the pressure by using the regulator provided. Moving the knob clockwise increases the pressure while moving it anticlockwise reduces it.

Sometimes, this compressor can produce low pressure and operate quite loudly. This indicates that the motor is aging, or some of the parts are worn out or loose.

Such causes make the compressor take time to build enough pressure. If you notice that the pump seals are worn out, you should make arrangements to replace them. Instead of trying to repair the compressor on your own, it is advisable to service it from time to time. If you notice that your compressor starts well but keeps on stalling after that, it shows that the unloader valve has malfunctioned.

Since fixing a bad unloader valve is not easy , you should consider replacing it. You can even replace the whole switch assembly. When the air gets compressed, some of the moisture condenses and accumulates in the air lines and tank. If you are using this air compressor for a paint job, the condensed moisture can cause issues. The tool can freeze up, especially when the weather is too cold. This Bostitch combo kit below is an Amazon choice capable of delivering 2.

Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site s , as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. I have picked out a number of air compressor parts readily available on Amazon. First up is an OEM replacement valve plate assembly. Finally, this Bostitch air compressor replacement pressure regulator is an Amazon choice which has great reviews.

Please check the troubleshooting compressors pages on this site for help too as many if not all problems common to many makes of air compressors are identified and resolution provided on those pages. Still need to post a question about your Bostitch brand air compressor. Please use the form at the end of this page. If you have any questions about Bostitch compressors then please leave a comment below with photos if applicable to help others respond to you! I have an older Bostitch cwc air compressor that needs a pressure switch but the original part is obsolete, ive spent several hours online trying to figure out what other pressure switch is compatible with my compressor but I cant seem to figure it out.

The label on my pressure switch is all tore up and I can not read the writing on it to figure out the manufacturer, would anyone have any idea what pressure switch would be compatible with my compressor? Ill attach pics of my pressure switch.

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