PUMP & COMPRESSOR, LTD.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FOR EAGLE
RECIPROCATING
COMPRESSORS

Revised: Sept 2004

 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Precautions2

Cautions...2

Air Receiver.2

Safety Valve2

Installation and Operating Instructions.2

Installation..2

Mounting.2

Wiring..3

Break-in Procedure3

Before Operating the Air Compressor3

Compressor Lubrication...3

Filling Compressor with Oil..4

Oil Changes...4

Maintenance..4

Checking Belt Tension.4

Replacing Deltech Filter Element5

Checking the Deltech filter Internal Float Valve5

Operating Your Air Compressor..5

Compressor Maintenance Schedule..5

Troubleshooting..6

Eagle Standard Warranty..8

CAREFULLY READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO

OPERATE THIS COMPRESSOR.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY VALVE

Please familiarize yourself with the This valve is factory installed to prevent
following information to prevent damage over pressurizing of the air of the air
to your compressor unit and injury to the receiver. it is factory set at a specific
operator. limit for your particular model, and
should never be tampered with.
CAUTIONS
Adjustment by user will automatically
The air compressor and motor will get void the warranty.
hot while in operation. Never touch the
discharge tubing, motor or compressor DO NOT REMOVE, MAKE ADJUSTMENTS
pump while in operation. The TO, OR SUBSTITUE THIS VALVE!
compressor operates automatically
while the power is connected and turned AUTOMATIC DRAIN
on.
The unit is equipped with an air-
Compressed air from the unit may actuated automatic drain, which
contain hazardous fumes. Air produced automatically discharges air receiver
by this compressor is not suitable for condensation each time the compressor
breathing purposes. Always use a starts and stops. Some models may
respirator when spraying paint or have different type of drains.
chemicals, or when sandblasting.
Always wear safety glasses or goggles OIL FILTER (OPTIONAL)
when using compressed air.
This is a coalescing filter, which
It is not practical or possible to warn you removes oil droplets and aerosol mists
about all the hazards associated with from compressed air. They may also be
operating or maintaining this equipment. used as a pre-filter to extend the life of
You must use your own good judgment. your membrane dryer.

AIR RECEIVER All filters are equipped with internal float

drains to facilitate the removal of liquid
over pressurizing the air receiver could contaminants.
cause personal injury or material
damage. To protect from over INSTALLATION
pressurizing, a factory pre-set safety
valve is installed. 1. Installation

NEVER WELD, DRILL OR CHANGE THE Proper care, maintenance and

AIR RECEIVER IN ANY WAY. lubrication ensures longevity. The
compressor should always be level for
Any replacement parts should be proper lubrication. Use only in a clean,
purchased with the same specifications dry and well ventilated area. The
as the original equipment. Please compressor has heat dissipation fins for
contact the authorized dealer for proper cooling. Keep the fins and other
replacement parts of specifications. parts that collect dust clean. Do not
place rags or other materials on top of
the compressor, as this obstructs
cooling and can be a fire hazard.

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It is recommended that the compressor All units are shipped with pressure
be operated in temperatures under switches and solenoid valves to bleed
104F. In cold climates, the compressor off the discharge line. The solenoid
should be installed in a heated building. would need to be wired on site to the
motor starter, so that every time the
2. Mounting motor stopped the solenoid will be de-
energized and will vent the discharge
Mount the compressor on a concrete line so the compressor will start at no
pad or solid floor, making certain that load.
the air receiver feet are level and that no Note: Any warranty claims for electrical
stress is placed on the legs when the components can only be considered
mounting nuts, if used, are tightened. when submitted with proof of proper
Shim feet if necessary. Severe electrical installation.
vibrations will result when feet are
uneven and drawn tightly to the floor, 4. Break-in Procedure
which can lead to welds cracking or
fatigue failure of the air receiver. 1. Open the air receivers drain valve or
outlet valve.
The compressor must not be installed 2. Run the compressor for a minimum
closer than 18 to a wall or another of twenty (20) minutes in no-load
compressor. condition to lubricate the bearings and
pistons.
ALMOST ALL WELD CRACKS OR 3. Close the air receiver drain valve and
FATIGUE FAILURES ARE CAUSED BY the outlet valve. Your compressor is
IMPROPER INSTALLATION AND ARE now ready for use.
NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY. 4. After 24 hours of operation check V-
belt for proper tension. Check that the
3. Wiring compressor pulley and motor sheave
are aligned and fastened securely (see
REGULATIONS REQUIRE THAT ALL items 9 and 10).
WIRING BE DONE BY A LICENSED 5. Nuts and bolts may loosen. Re-
ELECTRICIAN, FAILURE TO DO SO tighten when necessary.
COULD VOID YOUR WARRANTY 6. Compressor oil may turn black. This
is normal. Change after 100 hours.

5. Before Operating the Air

Compressor, Please Check the
Following Carefully

1. Check to see that nuts and bolts are

all snug.
2. Check if the quantity and quality of oil
is correct.
3. If the intake filters are dirty, they
should be replaced or cleaned.

6. Compressor Lubrication

ALWAYS CHECK THE OIL LEVEL AND

QUALITY BEFORE START-UP. DO NOT
ADD OR CHANGE OIL WHILE THE UNIT
IS RUNNING. USE ONLY
RECOMMENDED NON-DETERGENT OIL.

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Recommended Oil:
9. Maintenance
Eagle Compressor Oil: #EAOIL10 (1L)
#EAOIL40 (4L) Before doing any maintenance or
adjustments to your air compressor, the
* Compressor originally filled with following safety precautions should be
SAE20W Oil (ISO 68) taken:

Eagle compressor oil is a non-detergent 1. Turn off and lock out electric power.
mineral oil formulated with additives to 2. Drain air receiver and air lines of air
help minimize carbon build-up, increase pressure.
ring life and reduce oil consumption. It
is for use at ambient temperatures of 0 10. Checking Belt Tension
to 30 C (32 F - 86 F).
Adjust belt(s) so when pressure is
Other approved Oils: applied at the center, there is
approximately slack (see diagram
Regular mineral oils can also be used in below).
Eagle compressors.
If the belt is installed too tightly, the
Always use a non-detergent oil with the motor might be overloaded. This will
following specifications: cause the motor to overheat. If the belt
is installed too loosely, it will slip and
Ambient SAE ISO excessive wear and vibration will occur.
Temperatures at Viscosity Viscosity
Point of
Operation
-16C to 0C SAE 10W ISO 32
(3.2F - 32F)
1C to 26C SAE 20W ISO 68
(33.8F - 78.8F)
Above 27C SAE 30W ISO 100
(80.6F)

7. Filling Compressor with Oil

How to Install a New Belt if Required
1. Remove the oil filler plug.
2. Slowly pour the proper oil into the 1. Disconnect power supply.
pump crankcase. 2. Remove belt guard.
3. Always keep oil level in the middle of 3. Loosen motor bolts an slide motor
the sight glass. toward compressor head just enough to
allow the old belt to be removed.
8. Oil Changes 4. Install the proper replacement belt.
5. Slide motor away from compressor
Initial oil change is due at 100 hours. head to provided recommended tension
as shown in the above diagram.
Change the oil every 300 hours or 3 6. Align belt using a straight edge ruler
months, whichever comes first against pulleys edge.
7. Fasten motor bolts.
1. Remove the oil drain plug. Allow oil 8. Ensure motor and compressor
to drain completely. pulleys are secure. Re-check
2. Replace the oil drain plug. alignment.
3. Refill with the recommended oil to 9. Re-install belt guard and reconnect
the proper level. power supply.

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10. Belt tension should be checked pressure, the compressor should stop
after 20 hours of operation. Check automatically and you are now ready to
tension monthly thereafter. start using the compressed air. As air is
used, the pressure in the air receiver will
11. Replacing Deltech Filter Element drop and cause the pressure switch to
(if equipped) close and this will automatically start the
compressor.
The recommended element change out
is once a year or when the indicator COMPRESSOR MAINTENANCE
changes to red. SCHEDULE

12. Checking the Deltech Filter Daily or Before Each Use

Internal Float Drain Valve Check oil level
Drain condensation from air receiver
Inspect the internal float valve every two Check for any unusual noise or
to three weeks for excessive oil and vibration
water by pressuring the test valve on the Be sure all nuts and bolts are tight
bottom of the filter unit. If more than
one or two drops of oil leak out, the Weekly
drain valve should be cleaned or Turn off power. Clean dust an
replaced. foreign matter from cylinder head,
motor, fan blades, intercooler and air
OPERATING YOUR AIR receiver
COMPRESSOR Clean air filter by opening air filter,
removing filter element and cleaning
EXTRA CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO it thoroughly with soapy water.
AVOID PERSONAL INJURIES WITH Rinse thoroughly and allow to dry
AUTOMATIC CONTROLLED
COMPRESSORS
completely before assembly
Worn filters should be replaced
1. Check unit for any damage. All Check V-belts for wear
compressors are tested and inspected
at the factory and supplied in perfect Monthly
condition. Any damage is the freight Inspect unit for leaks
carriers responsibility and you must Tighten joints if leaks are observed
notify the freight company immediately Check V-belts for proper tension
upon discovering any damage, and Check compressor pulley and motor
submit a claim. Ensure you have sheave are aligned and securely
documented the damage on the waybill fastened (see item 9)
receipt if possible.
2. Check compressor installation and Quarterly or 300 Hours (whichever
wiring and perform a break-in run as comes first)
per item 4. Inspect the air receiver for corrosion
3. Turn on the electric power. The or other damage
compressor should start running and air Change compressor oil
pressure should build up in the air Replace air filter (more often if
receiver as evidenced by the air receiver compressor is used near paint
pressure gauge. Make sure drain valve spraying operations or in dusty
and outlet valve are closed. environments)
4. When the air receiver pressure
reaches the pressure switch cut-out

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 TROUBLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION

Will not start Incorrect power supply and/or Make sure power is turned on
wiring Consult with a licensed
electrician
Drain air receiver
Air receiver is at full pressure
Low pressure Safety valve leaks Replace safety valve
Drain cock open Close drain cock
Loose tubes or fittings Tighten fittings
Dirty or plugged air filter Clean or replace as necessary
Defective unloader valve Replace unloader valve
Oil in discharge Improper oil viscosity Drain and replace oil
Too much oil in the crankcase Drain oil and fill to proper level
Compressor overheated Air pressure regulated too high
Restricted air filter Clean or replace air filter
Worn piston rings Replace piston rings
Compressor Clogged inlet filter Clean or replace as necessary
overheats Dirty compressor, head, Clean with compressed air
cylinder or intercooler
Operating pressure too high Reduce operating pressure
Low oil or wrong oil being used Drain and replace oil
Compressor cycle too long, Allow for longer rest between
proper cycle is 50-60% on cycles
stop/start operation
Leaks in air system
Compressor loads Pressure switch differential Replace worn components as
and unloads or adjusted too close necessary
stops and starts Make necessary adjustments
excessively Defective compressor valves Replace valves
Compressor too small for
intended use
Insufficient output Clogged inlet filter Clean or replace as necessary
Low discharge Leaks in air lines, air valves, Replace worn components as
pressure fittings, etc. necessary
Drive belts slipping Tension V-belts
Drain valve left open close drain valve
Defective pressure gauge Replace pressure gauge
Compressor incorrectly sized
Leaking head gasket Replace head gasket
Dirty or plugged inter cooler Remove and clean inter cooler
tubes tubes
Pressure switch adjusted too Make necessary adjustments
low, or defective
Worn or defective compressor Replace valves
valve
Worn piston, worn out rings Replace worn parts
Restrictive check valve Clean check valve and replace
if necessary

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Motor stalls or Faulty check valve Replace check valve
blow breaker Valves incorrectly installed Install valve correctly
Drive belts too tight Tension V-belts
Defective motor Consult licensed electrician/
replace motor
Defective pressure switch Replace switch
Power being supplied by Consult licensed electrician
generator
Water in crankcase Cycle too short - compressor Allow for a longer operating
oil gets dirty, rusty does not operate long enough cycle
valves or cylinders to vapourize condensed
moisture during compression
System pressure leaking back Check and replace check valve
through check valve when if necessary
compressor is stopped
Wrong oil being used Drain and replace with proper
oil
Excessive Loose compressor, motor, Tighten components
vibration/ engine or guard
compressor Compressor not level Level compressor
knocks Feet bolts over tightened to Loosen feet bolts
floor
Excessive discharge pressure Reduce operating pressure
Wrong oil being used Drain and replace with proper
oil
Loosen flywheel, drive pulley or Tighten loose components and
drive belts check belts
Worn connect rods, wrist pin or Check and replace worn parts
main bearings
Compressor valves loose or Check and replace worn or
broken broken valves
Inspect check valve, it may Remove and clean check valve
knock at low pressures
Compressor uses Clogged inlet filter Clean inlet filter or replace if
too much oil necessary
Wrong oil being used, wrong Drain and replace oil
viscosity
Oil level too high Fill compressor with oil to
proper level
Crankcase breather valve Replace crankcase breather
malfunction
Compressor runs unloaded too Increase load or stop
long compressor when not needed
(check for air/leaks)
Compressor operating outside Provide adequate protection
in cold conditions or inlet filter against extreme weather
not protected against weather conditions
Worn piston rings Replace piston rings
Piston rings not seated See instruction below
Piston rings not Allow 100 hours of normal Allow 100 hours of normal
seated operation for new rings to seat operation for new rings to seat
Drain oil and refill with Eagle Drain oil and refill with Eagle
EAOIL or other approved oils EAOIL or other approved oils

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 EAGLE STANDARD WARRANTY
EAGLE PUMP & COMPRESSOR, LTD.
STATIONARY RECIPROCATING PRODUCTS

Seller warrants products of its own manufacture against defects in workmanship and
materials under normal use and service as follows:

COMPRESSORS: Twelve (12) months from date of start-up, or

Fifteen (15) months from date of shipment from factory, or
whichever comes first

PARTS: Ninety (90) days from date of sale

Eagle warrants repaired or replaced parts for its own manufacture against defects in
materials and workmanship under normal use and service for ninety (90) days or the
reminder of the warranty on the product being repaired, whichever is longer.

With respect to products not manufactured by Eagle, Eagle will, if practical, pass along
the warranty of the original manufacturer.

Notice of the alleged defect must be given to the Seller in writing with all identifying
details including serial number, model number, type of equipment and date of purchase,
within thirty (30) days of the discover of same during the warranty period.

Eagles sole obligation on this warranty shall be, at its option, to repair, replace or refund
the purchase price of any product or part thereof, which proves to be defective, F.O.B.
Eagle shop.

If requested by Eagle, such product or part thereof must be promptly returned to Eagle,
freight prepaid for inspection.

This warranty shall not apply and Eagle shall not be responsible nor liable for:

a. Consequential, collateral or special losses or damages;

b. equipment conditions caused by normal wear and tear, abnormal conditions of use,
accident, neglect or misuse of equipment, improper storage or damages resulting during
shipment;
c. deviation from operating instructions, specification or other special terms of sale;
d. labour charges, loss or damage resulting from improper operation, maintenance or
repairs made by person(s) other than Eagle or Eagle authorized service representative;
e. improper application of product.

In no event shall Eagle be liable for any claims, whether arising from breach of contract
or warranty of claims of negligence or negligent manufacturer, in excess of purchase
price.

This warranty is the sole warranty of Eagle and any other warranties, expressed,
implied in law, or implied in fact, including any warranties of merchantability and
fitness for particular use, are hereby specifically excluded.

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