This is the owner's manual for the Makita MAC700 / MAC2400 / MAC5200 oil lubricated air compressor
This manual covers essential safety instructions, including proper grounding, tank drainage, and protection against electric shock and tank rupture. It also explains the meaning of cut‑in and cut‑out pressures, duty cycle limits, and required personal protective equipment.
Detailed sections describe the compressors' specifications, installation and break‑in procedures, operating steps, routine maintenance, oil filling and changing, cold‑weather operation, troubleshooting, and warranty information. The guide includes wiring requirements, extension‑cord recommendations, and service center contacts.
| Horsepower | 2 hp (MAC700), 2.5 hp (MAC2400), 3 hp (MAC5200) |
|---|---|
| SCFM @ 40 PSIG | 3.8 (MAC700), 4.8 (MAC2400), 6.9 (MAC5200) |
| SCFM @ 90 PSIG | 3.3 (MAC700), 4.2 (MAC2400), 6.5 (MAC5200) |
| Cut‑In Pressure | 100 PSI (MAC700, MAC2400), 110 PSI (MAC5200) |
| Cut‑Out Pressure | 130 PSI (MAC700, MAC2400), 140 PSI (MAC5200) |
| Bore | 47 mm (MAC700, MAC5200), 51 mm (MAC2400) |
| Stroke | 44 mm (all models) |
| Voltage | 120 V single‑phase (all models) |
| Motor RPM | 1720 rpm (MAC700, MAC2400), 3420 rpm (MAC5200) |
| Amperage @ max pressure | 12.4 A (MAC700), 12.3 A (MAC2400), 13.8 A (MAC5200) |
| Tank Size | 2.6 gal (MAC700), 4.2 gal (MAC2400), 5.2 gal (MAC5200) |
| CSA/US Listed | Yes (all models) |
| Minimum Circuit Requirement | 15 A, circuit breaker preferred |
The manual specifies a minimum circuit requirement of 15 amps and recommends using a circuit breaker of the same rating as the branch circuit.
No. The compressors are shipped without oil; you must add the correct air‑compressor oil to the crankcase before the first start‑up.