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If it doesn't fail to start-- it is easy to use and works fine with my tools. Second one has worked pretty well-- a couple of times I thought it was not going to start up but so far has worked. Based on it being Dewalt I did have high expectations so I am cautiously optimistic that the first unit was a fluke and the second one will continue to work as expected. First unit would not work-- froze up and blew the fuse each time I tried to use it. Good new was Amazon was SUPER FANTASTIC on replacing it.
Sent the other one back (Amazon took care of all the shipping charges) and started the other one up. Bought this to use with my Dewalt framing nailer. When I got it, I followed the instructions and filled it up with oil. Otherwise, I would recommend this compressor.
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. For those that may have problem lifting, I would recommend a similar model that has wheels (saw one at Sears the other day). Now, I know I'm no athlete but I found carrying this thing around to be a bit of a strain. Probably the only thing I would say is that it's quite heavy.
After further inspection I found the engine block was cracked at the mounting points to the compressor frame. I don't have a single issue with it. Shipping was a little slow but I wasn't in a big hurry. The new one worked great.Compressor is great with my nailer.
No biggie, went online to Amazon customer service and was able to get a replacement with ease. Flipped the on switch and noticed the oil was leaking all over the driveway. From the looks of it, it seems that it was damaged during shipping.
no complaint to share always liked dewalt product this is not a flimsy tool thanks for a fine air compressor
I got this one to save $45 (big mistake). 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. ) The weather was cold but not too extreme so it was definitely working weather; I had not expected so many problems in the cold. 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 bought this unit about 8 months ago. The Makita's probably a lot quieter than this unit, among other things. 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. At the time, I had heard good things about this compressor.
His started up fine and mine had troubles (maybe because his was oil-free and this one uses oil, but still. When this one quits, I'll get the Makita. However, after working with it a bit, I am disappointed with this unit. Wyman", I have had trouble starting this compressor in cold weather.
The pressure gauge is behind the carry handle so vision is obstructed.3. This compressor does the basics well - compress air. The hose connection faces the compressor motor rather than the front.It does the basics without complaint. The output pressure control valve is tight behind the carry handle.4. 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.
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