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Flipped the on switch and noticed the oil was leaking all over the driveway. I don't have a single issue with it. When I got it, I followed the instructions and filled it up with oil. Bought this to use with my Dewalt framing nailer. For those that may have problem lifting, I would recommend a similar model that has wheels (saw one at Sears the other day). The new one worked great.Compressor is great with my nailer.
Sent the other one back (Amazon took care of all the shipping charges) and started the other one up.
After further inspection I found the engine block was cracked at the mounting points to the compressor frame.
Now, I know I'm no athlete but I found carrying this thing around to be a bit of a strain.
Shipping was a little slow but I wasn't in a big hurry.
Probably the only thing I would say is that it's quite heavy.
From the looks of it, it seems that it was damaged during shipping.
No biggie, went online to Amazon customer service and was able to get a replacement with ease.
The handle is positioned in the center of the unit (obviously for equal weight distribution) but becomes a problem when you can't really hold it out since it weighs 50 lbs.
Otherwise, I would recommend this compressor.
no complaint to share always liked dewalt product this is not a flimsy tool thanks for a fine air compressor
I bought this unit about 8 months ago. His started up fine and mine had troubles (maybe because his was oil-free and this one uses oil, but still. When I was shopping I looked at this one and the Makita MAC2400 13 Amp 2-1/2 Horsepower 4.2-Gallon Oiled Twin Hot Dog Compressor. However, after working with it a bit, I am disappointed with this unit. The Makita's probably a lot quieter than this unit, among other things. I agree with the design criticisms in the "Good compressor, poor design" review by "Crusty." Also, consistent with the "Hard to start" review by "Wilton W. At the time, I had heard good things about this compressor. ) The weather was cold but not too extreme so it was definitely working weather; I had not expected so many problems in the cold.
Wyman", I have had trouble starting this compressor in cold weather. I was working with a guy that had a Porter Cable pancake compressor and we were both working with and storing our compressors in the same cold, unheated location. I got this one to save $45 (big mistake). When this one quits, I'll get the Makita.
This compressor does the basics well - compress air. The pressure gauge is behind the carry handle so vision is obstructed.3. The issues that I have are in the design of the unit.1. The bleed valve location is on the back of the unit next to the compressor motor, which makes it hard to access and there's burn potential for hands.2. The output pressure control valve is tight behind the carry handle.4. The hose connection faces the compressor motor rather than the front.It does the basics without complaint.
This compressor kicks out the overload on cold start ups. With an ambient temperature of 70 degrees and above I don't expect difficulties with start up, but I have to re-set the overload 5 to 6 times with the tanks empty. I had this identical compressor before (it was stolen) and I never had a problem with start-up unless it was below freezing. I am quite disapointed with this item.
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