PowerAir V 400 - Compressor METABO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PowerAir V 400 METABO

1. Components and Parts / standard delivery

Opposite side 1 Motor protection switch 2 Pressure vessel 3 Condensate drain cock 4 On/Off switch 5 Tank pressure gauge 6 Pressure regulator 7 Safety valve 8 Compressed air inlet 9 Outlet pressure gauge 10 Oil drain plug 11 Compressor pump 12 Dip stick 13 Air filter 14 Locking screw for removable han- dle 15 Removable handle I_0021en1A.fm 10.3.10 Original operating instructionsENGLISH

1. Components and Parts /

standard delivery....................10

2. Please Read First! ..................11

3. Safety.......................................11

3.1 Specified conditions of use.......11

3.2 General Safety Instructions ......11

4.1 Prior to initial operation.............13

4.2 Mains connection .....................13

4.3 Generating compressed air ......13

5. Care and Maintenance ...........14

These operating instructions have been written so that you can quickly learn how to operate your saw safely. Here is a guide on how you should read these instructions: – Read these instructions before use. Pay special attention to the safety information. – These instructions are intended for persons with basic technical knowl- edge regarding the operation of a device like the one described here

in. Inexperienced persons are strongly advised to seek competent advise and guidance from an expe

rienced person before operating this machine. – Retain all documents delivered to- gether with this device so that you and other users have access to the relevant information at all times. Re

tain proof of purchase for any future warranty claims. – If you lend or sell this device be sure to have these Operating In

structions go with it. – The equipment manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from neglect of these operating instruc

tions. Information in these instructions is des- ignated as under: ADanger! Risk of personal injury or environmental damage. BRisk of electric shock! Risk of personal injury by electric shock. A Caution! Risk of material damage. 3 Note: Additional information. – Numbers in illustrations (1, 2, 3 etc.) – indicate component parts; – are consecutively numbered; – relate to the corresponding number(s) in brackets (1), (2), (3) etc. in the neighbouring text. – Numbered steps must be carried out in sequence. – Instructions which can be carried out in any order are indicated by a bullet point (•). – Listings are marked by a dash (–).

3.1 Specified conditions of

use This machine is intended to generate compressed air required for the opera

tion of air tools. The machine should only be used under supervision. Any use for medical purposes, food processing as well as filling of oxygen cylinders for breathing equipment is not permitted. Explosive, combustible gases or gases detrimental to health may not be com- pressed. Operation in hazardous loca- tions is not permitted. Any other use is not as specified. Use not as specified, alteration of the ma- chine or use of parts not approved by the equipment manufacturer, can cause unforeseeable damage! Children, juveniles and persons not having been instructed in its usage are not permitted to operate this machine and any air tools connected to it.

• When using this electric tool ob- serve the following safety instruc- tions, to exclude the risk of personal injury or material damage.

• Please also observe the special safety instructions in the respective sections.

• Keep all documents, supplied with the machine, for future reference.

• Observe the statuary accident insur- ance institution regulations and reg- ulations for the prevention of acci- dents pertaining to the operation of air compressors and air tools, where applicable.

• Observe the legal regulations re- garding operation of systems sub- ject to technical inspections.

• When operating and storing the ma- chine be aware that leaking conden- sate and operating materials can contaminate the environment and lead to environmental damage. AGeneral Hazard!

• Keep your work area tidy – a messy work area invites accidents.

• Be alert. Know what you are doing. Set out to work with reason. Do not operate electric tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medi

• Consider environmental conditions.

• keep work area well lighted.

• Prevent adverse body positions. En- sure firm footing and keep your bal- ance at all times.

• Do not operate electric tool near in- flammable liquids or gases.

• Keep bystanders, particularly chil- dren, out of the work area. Do not permit other persons to touch the tool or power cable while the elec

tric tool is running.

• Do not overload electric tool – use it only within the performance range it Table of Contents

2. Please Read First!

was designed for (see Technical Specifications). BDanger! Risk of electric shock!

• Do not expose electric tool to rain.

• Do not operate electric tool in damp or wet environment.

• Prevent body contact with earthed objects such as radiators, pipes, cooking stoves or refrigerators when operating this electric tool.

• Do not use the power cable for pur- poses it is not intended for. ARisk of personal injury by es- caping compressed air and parts hurled about by escaping air!

• Never direct compressed air against persons or animals!

• Ensure all air tools and accessories used are designed for the working pressure or are supplied via a pres

• Please note that, when disconnect- ing the quick coupler, the com- pressed air contained in the pres- sure hose will escape all of a sudden. You should therefore firmly hold the air hose when disconnect

• Ensure all screwed connections are fully tightened at all times.

• Do not attempt to repair the ma- chine yourself! Only trained special- ists are permitted to service or re- pair compressors, pressure vessels and air tools. AHazard generated by lubricat- ed compressed air!

• Use lubricated compressed air only for air tools requiring such supply.

• Do not use an air hose used to sup- ply compressed air containing oil to supply air tools not designed for op- eration on compressed air contain- ing oil.

• Do not fill tyres with lubricated com- pressed air. ARisk of burns from the surfac- es of parts carrying compressed air!

• Let tool cool off before servicing. ARisk of personal injury and crushing by moving parts!

• Do not operate the electric tool with- out installed guards.

• Please note that the compressor will start automatically when the pres

sure falls off to minimum! – discon- nect from power supply prior to any servicing.

• Ensure that when switching on (e.g. after servicing) no tools or loose parts are in the electric tool. AHazard generated by insuffi- cient personal protection gear!

• Wear hearing protection.

• Wear safety goggles.

• Wear mask respirator when work generates dust or mist detrimental to health.

• Wear suitable work clothes. When working outdoors wearing of non- slip shoes is recommended. BHazard generated by electric tool defects!

• Keep electric tool and accessories in good repair. Observe the mainte- nance instructions.

• Prior to any use check the electric tool for possible damage: before op

erating the electric tool all safety de- vices, protective guards or slightly damaged parts need to be checked for proper function as specified.

• Check to see that all moving parts work properly and do not jam. All parts must be correctly installed and meet all conditions necessary for the proper operation of the electric tool.

• Damaged protection devices or parts must be repaired or replaced by a qualified specialist.

• Have damaged switches replaced by a Service Centre.

• Do not operate electric tool if the switch can not be turned ON or OFF.

• Keep handles free of oil and grease.

3.3 Symbols on the machine

Symbols on the machine Information on nameplate: 16 Read instructions. 17 Warning that personal injury may occur through touching of hot parts. 18 Wear safety goggles. 19 Warning against automatic star- tup. 20 Warning against dangerous volt- age.

Guaranteed sound power level. 22 Manufacturer 23 Article number, version number, serial number 24 Machine designation 25 Supply voltage / Frequency 26 Motor capacity P

(see also „Technical Specifications“) 27 Power consumption / Protection rating 28 Motor speed 29 CE-mark – This machine con- forms to the EC Directives as per Declaration of Conformity 30 Date of manufacture 31 Suction capacity 32 Filling rate 33 Speed (compressor pump) 34 No. of cylinders

Safety valve The spring-loaded safety valve (40) can be found on the ON/OFF switch. The safety valve opens if the max. permissi

ble pressure is exceeded.

4.1 Prior to initial operation

1. Remove the plug (42) from the

2. Substitute the plug (41) with the dip

stick supplied. The plug prevents oil from leaking from the crankcase during shipping. Keep plug for future use. Assembling the air filter

1. Remove the plug from the air inlet

of the compressor pump housing. Keep plug for future use.

2. Screw the enclosed air filter (44)

onto the air inlet (43).

3. Proceed in the same way for the

second filter. Checking the condensate outlet

• Make sure that the outlet screw (45) of the condensate outlet is closed.

4.2 Mains connection

BDanger! High voltage Operate machine in dry environment only. Operate machine only on a power source complying with the following re

quirements: – outlets properly installed, earthed and tested; – fuse protection in accordance with the technical specifications. Make sure that the mains cable is out of the way so that it does not interfere with the work and cannot be damaged. Always check to see that the machine is switched OFF before plugging in. Protect mains cable from heat, aggres- sive liquids and sharp edges. Use only extension cables with suffi- cient lead cross section (see "Technical Specifications"). Do not stop the compressor by unplug- ging, but switch OFF using the switch. Unplug after use.

4.3 Generating compressed

1. Start compressor (47) and wait until

the max. tank pressure is reached (compressor shuts off). The tank pressure is indicated by the tank pressure gauge (48).

2. Set pressure regulator (49) to re-

quired working pressure. The cur- rent working pressure is indicated by the regulated pressure gauge (46). A Caution! The regulated pressure may not be set higher than the max. working pressure of the connected air tools!

3. Connect air hose to compressed air

4. Connect air tool. You are now ready

to work with the air tool.

5. Switch the compressor OFF (47), if

you do not continue working imme- diately afterwards. Unplug after switching OFF.

6. Drain condensation water from

pressure vessel once a day (51). 35 Maximum pressure 36 Volume of pressure vessel 37 Waste disposal symbol – Machine can be disposed of by returning it to the manufacturer

ADanger! Prior to all servicing: – Switch machine OFF. – Unplug power cable. – Wait until the compressor has come to a complete stop. – Ensure the compressor and all air tools and accessories connected to it are relieved from pressure. – Let the device and all air tools and accessories cool down. After all servicing: – Check to see that all safety devices are operational. – Make sure that no tools or other parts remain on or in the machine. Repair and maintenance work other than described in this section must only be carried out by qualified spe

Maintenance and inspections must be planned and carried out appropriately for the setup and operating mode of the machine in accordance with legal regu

lations. Regulatory authorities may request submission of the corresponding docu

• Check air hoses for damage, re- place if necessary.

• Check all screwed connections for tightness, tighten if necessary.

• Check power supply cable for dam- age, if necessary have replaced by a qualified electrician. Every 50 hours of operation

• Check air filter element of compres- sor pump, clean if necessary.

• Check the oil level in the compres- sor pump with the oil dip stick (52) and refill oil if necessary. Every 250 operating hours

• Replace air intake filter element of compressor pump. Every 500 operating hours

• Drain oil and fill with fresh oil. Every 1000 operating hours

• Have unit serviced by an authorized service station. This will extent the compressor's service life considera

2. Release pressure from tank and all

connected air tools.

3. Drain condensate from pressure

4. Store machine in such way that it

cannot be started by unauthorized persons. A Caution! Do not store or transport machine un- protected outdoors or in damp environ- ment. Do not lay machine on its side for trans- portation or storing. ADanger! Prior to all servicing: – Switch machine OFF. – Unplug power cable. – Wait until the compressor has come to a complete stop. – Ensure the compressor and all air tools and accessories connected to it are relieved from pressure. – Let the device and all air tools and accessories cool down. After all servicing: – Check to see that all safety devices are operational. – Make sure that no tools or other parts remain on or in the machine. Compressor does not run:

• No mains voltage. – check cables, plug, outlet and mains fuse.

• Mains voltage too low. – Use only extension cables with sufficient lead cross section (see "Technical Specifications"). When the machine is cold avoid extension cables and relieve the pressure in the pressure vessel.

• Compressor was stopped by un- plugging. – Switch compressor OFF at the On/Off switch, then ON again.

• Motor has overheated, caused by insufficient cooling (cooling fins cov- ered). – First switch off the compressor using the ON/OFF switch and al

low to cool. – Eliminate the cause of overheat- ing. – Check the motor protection switch; reset if necessary. – Switch the compressor back on. Compressor runs but does not build up sufficient pressure.

• Condensation water drain on pres- sure vessel leaky. – Check the sealing of the outlet screw(s); replace if necessary. – Tighten the outlet screw(s) hand- tight.

• Check valve leaky. – Have check valve serviced by qualified service centre.

5. Care and Maintenance

Air tool is not supplied with suffi- cient pressure.

• Pressure regulator not opened wide enough. – Open pressure regulator more.

• Hose connection between compres- sor and air tool leaky. – Check air hoses, replace defec- tive parts if necessary. Further work on the machine should only be carried out by a qualified electrician or the Service Centre in your country. ADanger! Repairs to electric tools must be carried out by qualified electricians only! Electric tools in need of repair can be send to the service centre in your coun

try. Refer to the spare parts list for the address. Please attach a description of the fault to the power tool. ADanger! The condensation water from the pres- sure vessel contains oil residues. Dis- pose of the condensation water in an environmentally-oriented manner at one of the appropriate collection points! ADanger! Dispose of the waste oil from the com- pressor pump in an environmentally-ori- ented manner at one of the appropriate collection points! The machine's packaging can be

% recycled. Worn out machines and accessories contain considerable amounts of valua- ble raw and plastic materials, which can be recycled. These instructions are printed on paper produced with elemental chlorine-free bleaching process.

Max. overall cable length when using extension cables: – for lead cross section of 3 x 1.5 mm

– for lead cross section of 3 x 2.5 mm

in 1 m max. dB (A) 87 + 3 Guaranteed sound power level L

dB (A) 93 All technical specifications apply to an ambient temperature of 20 °C. *) The technical life of some components, the check valve sealing, for instance, is substantially decreased when the compressor is used at high temperatures (max. storage/operating temperature and higher). **) At temperatures below the min. storage/operating temperature there persists a danger of the condensate in the pressure ves- sel freezing.FRANÇAIS