Dewalt DXCMLA1682066 Instruction Manual - Page 15

English 4. Drain the air tank, see Draining Air Tank under Maintenance. Ensure air tank pressure gauge reads 0 psi. WARNING: Risk of bursting. Drain air tank daily. Water will condense in air tank. If not drained, water will corrode and weaken the air tank causing a risk of air tank rupture. 5. Allow the compressor to cool down. 6. Wipe air compressor clean and store in a safe, non-freezing area. FIG. 3 OFF AUTO OPEN CLOSE MAINTENANCE Maintenance Chart Procedure Daily Weekly Monthly 1 year or 100 Hours See tank warning label Check safety valve Inspect air filter X X+ Drain air tank X Check pump oil level X Change pump oil X **+ Oil leak inspection X Inspect drive belt X Check drive belt tension X Check pulley/flywheel alignment X Check for unusual noise/vibration X Check for air leaks X* Clean compressor exterior X Remove tank from service X++ * To check for air leaks apply a solution of soapy water around joints. While compressor is pumping to pressure and after pressure cuts out, look for air bubbles to form. ** The pump oil must be changed after the first 20 hours or operation. Thereafter, when using synthetic blend non-detergent air compressor oil, change oil every 100 hours of operation or once a year, whichever comes first. + Perform more frequent in dusty or humid conditions. ++ For more information, call 1-888-895-4549 . 15