Porter-Cable CLFRP350 - Manual (Page 18)

18- ENG A10055
To Replace or Clean Check Valve
1. Release all air pressure from air tank. See "To Drain Tank" in the
Maintenance section.
2. Unplug unit.
3. Using an adjustable wrench loosen
outlet tube nut at air tank and pump.
Carefully move outlet tube away from
check valve.
4. Using an adjustable wrench loosen
pressure relief tube nut at air tank
and pressure switch. Carefully move
pressure relief tube away from check
valve.
5. Unscrew the check valve (turn
counterclockwise) using a 7/8" open
end wrench. Note the orientation for
reassembly.
6. Unscrew elbow fitting from the check valve (turn counterclockwise) using an
adjustable wrench. Note the orientation of the elbow fitting for reassembly.
7. Using a screwdriver, carefully
push the valve disc up and
down. NOTE: The valve disc
should move freely up and down
on a spring which holds the
valve disc in the closed position,
if not the check valve needs to
be cleaned or replaced.
8. Clean or replace the check valve. A solvent, such as paint or varnish
remover can be used to clean the check valve.
9. Apply sealant to the check valve threads. Reinstall the check valve and
elbow fitting (turn clockwise).
10. Replace the pressure release tube. Tighten nut.
11. Replace the outlet tube and tighten nut.
12. Perform the Break-in Procedure. See "Break-in Procedure" in the Operation
section.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
Risk of Unsafe Operation. Unit cycles automatically when
power is on. When servicing, you may be exposed to
voltage sources, compressed air, or moving parts. Before servicing unit
unplug or disconnect electrical supply to the air compressor, bleed tank of
pressure, and allow the air compressor to cool.
ALL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPERATIONS NOT LISTED MUST BE
PERFORMED BY TRAINED SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
Pressure
Relief
Tube
In closed position
disc is visible.
In open position
nothing is visible.
Screwdriver
Check
Valve
Nuts
Outlet Tube
Elbow Fitting