Got my Hill EC3000

Hey hi-tech, I wouldn't count the compressor as bad. Most who have them are very happy with the performance. The issue with the Temp Sensor is more than likely fixable and I'm sure I could find what's wrong. I'm waiting to hear from HILL or PA if I attempt to figure it out/repair it will I void my warranty and be able to return it for a replacement. 

I interesting mine is 085, it came reading less that one hour use time, so far seems ok, my only issue has been the heat shield was slightly bent in and could touch the filter housing when it ran, just pulled it out a little and is fine. it seem well packed when I got it.

Hopefully I will hear something in the next couple days from PA or HILL. This is a highly viewed and valued thread now with 1953 views. There's a lot of interest here so continued information sharing is critical for this new compressor. 

Good point JMcC, I should not discount it as a bad compressor, however, a temp fault making it inoperable doesn't make it good either. I'm a huge fan of Hill, I've had a few hand pumps, still have a MK2, and they have been perfect. The compressor was just released and they've recalled some of them for another issue, and now seeing even just a couple of people have this issue is a little alarming. If this is the worst thing that happens to this compressor, I'll be on board to buy one, but it's so new it's hard to say how the reliability is going to be. And, since heat is the real killer for compressors, a temp fault certainly needs to be taken seriously. Good luck and keep us posted, would still love to get one if they prove to be better then some of the other imported compressors.

So far, mine has operated without issue.

The crankcase oil is starting to discolor.

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Cool and glad to hear everyone's is working well for them. 

FYI update, HILL, has stepped up to the plate and taken ownership of the defect and are offering to help, repair or replace. Cool! PA informed me to try and resolve my issue through Air Venturi. That was a complete waste of time, I got absolutely nothing from them (AV). A not our problem kind of response. AV just made it onto my never do business with you again list. After AV's bad response PA is now offering to right the situation by having their tech support department look into this specific problem and get back with me soon.

Well I finally got my replacement Compressor and have tried it out for a few times now. Mostly to fill my 13cc tank to 3k psi. It does that pretty good and quickly but still notice the temp runs high. Tried it out on my 88ci (cu was a typo) tank from empty to 4k psi. That was interesting to say the least. Had some issues so I didn't get to track accurate time of fill but it took a good while. Mainly due to it heating up so fast. But as advertised I have to admit the safety high temp shutoff feature worked flawlessly at 74 c and cooled down rapidly to 65 in less then a minute and restarted up again. This happened many times until it reached my set point of 4k psi. For each startup period it would manage to pump at a minimum of 200psi into the tank before the high temp shutdown happen. Oh and a kind of scratch my head moment was I noticed that my compressor won't start showing a pressure increase during the pump stage until it reached 35 c. It will say Pressurizing!! up until that temp is reached. I will contact Hill and see what they might say about that.

I didn't notice the 15 to 20 psi setpoint early shutoff that others reported with their compressors. Mines went to the set point or just 1 psi under and shut off. I did notice that if you don't open the bleed valve and depressurize quickly the pressure slowly bleeds off from your tank/gun and the compressor all at once and it just keeps going until you stop it by using the valve. That's kind of curious to me. But like I said if you open the bleed valve right when the compressor shuts off then there's no real loss in pressure in the tank or gun.

So it does work but like all the other small compressors, heat is the enemy and the temp issue is not being address with a proper internal/external cooling system. Might have to use some kind of after market cooling system to help reduce the heating issue. That's it for now. So happy pumping and shooting!!



Oh I forgot, for those that experience the Temp Sensor Fault error message. Hill recommends the replacement of the temp sensor. They will ship you the replacement part free of charge and give you a link to the video on how to repair this issue or they say they will ship it back to them free and do the repair and ship it back to you. 

Interested to know if this unit is End User serviceable? I would hate to have to ship it back for service when the time comes. If all the wrinkles get ironed out, this would be a viable option for me. Throw it in the Tacoma’s bed and run it off the stock inverter. 

Serial number 2070-136 checking in. I just got mine Tuesday and have filled my 3 rifles probably about a dozen times total. Fills each very quickly and right to the pressure I set, 200 for my Gamo, 232 for my BSA, and 250 for my Daystate. I also had my retailer test the unit in the store before I picked it up so I could see it in action. Filled a Brocock to 300 bar in less than 2 minutes, and probably does each of my rifles in about a minute. Mine also registered less than an hour use on screen.

Intenseaty22 I think they will be. Only draw back at the moment would be getting replacement/spare parts locally. Only parts supply is UK based. 

Good to hear CLWhite67 and you're happy with it's performance.

Well I have managed to get past the break-in period. Sorted through a couple of issues at first, heating up fast, not switching from pressurizing mode to filling mode a few times. Those required only minor tweaks. 

It's running well for the moment. I think I saw someone post in another topic about secondary cooling to help extend the time between temp pause/cool down and filling. 

Intenseaty22 I think they will be. Only draw back at the moment would be getting replacement/spare parts locally. Only parts supply is UK based.

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Thanks for the feedback. 

Hey all, just checking in and giving a bit of continued updates. The HILL is still operating good and pump is working well with no issues. I've added a secondary air fan/cooler and it has shown a slight help in controlling heat. Not a miracle situation though. Also placed a secondary inline moisture/oil capture filter. I check it after each fill and has shown NO discoloration. My pumps oil is starting to discolor as others have mentioned, so I will be changing it out before the next use. I will also be drilling tapping threads at the bottom of the reservoir to install a proper drain port and valve. That way when the oil is drained, all the small metal particles and shavings can be drained out instead of resting at the bottom of the reservoir to only be recirculated with the next fresh oil. Also replacing the brass fritted air filter with one that allows better air flow. Minor tweaks to improve performance and longevity. 

How are the rest of y'all compressors holding up. Please post your post your updates. 

Anyone using the hill to top of 75cf tanks?

mine is doing fine

Anyone using the hill to top of 75cf tanks?

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Cloudrider uses it to fill his 100cuft tank. Haven't seen him post in the thread in a while but might try and PM him and ask.I only have a 88ci bottle and 30L tank.

mine is doing fine

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Hey landshark, good to hear. How many months now?

Almost 4 months

Fyi I wanted some extra oil for when I nee to change them, I have had an order with Pyramid since Aug 24, the ext ship date kept changing,, the latest being Nov 28, I so I went on went on line and order some from Hill, got here today in less than a week. I have canceled my Pyramid order. Makes me wonder,