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Owner’s Manual

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Compressor (cont’d)

Service & adjustments (cont’d)

Replacing the regulator

1

Release all air pressure from the air tank. See “Draining the tank”, 
above.

2

Unplug the unit.

3

Using an adjustable wrench, remove the outlet pressure gauge and 
quick-connect from the regulator.

4

Remove the regulator.

5

Apply pipe sealant tape to the nipple on the standpipe.

6

Assemble the regulator and orient correctly. 

7

Reapply pipe sealant to outlet pressure gauge and quick-connect.

8

Reassemble outlet pressure gauge and quick-connect. Orient outlet 
pressure gauge to read correctly. Tighten connect with wrench.

Note: Arrow indicates flow of air. Make sure it is pointing in the 
direction of air flow.

Summary of Contents for APC4004

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Page 2: ...ervice Repair 36 General Parts Listing 37 Limited Warranty 38 WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL COUL...

Page 3: ...ions Be sure to retain them for future use WARNING WARNINGS INDICATE A CERTAINTY OR STRONG POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IF INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED CAUTION CAUTIONS INDICATE A POSSIBIL...

Page 4: ...r Welding or modifications on the air compressor tank can severely impair tank strength and cause an extremely hazardous condition Welding or modifying the tank in any manner will void the warranty Ch...

Page 5: ...by the stream can cause injury z Tool attachments can become loose or break and fly apart propelling particles at the operator and others in the work area How to prevent it z Always wear ANSI approve...

Page 6: ...or accessories could cause an explosion resulting in serious injury How to prevent it z Never operate tools near flammable substances such as gasoline cleaning solvents etc z Work in a clean well vent...

Page 7: ...armful to human lungs and respiratory system z Some materials such as adhesives and tar contain chemicals whose vapors could cause serious injury with prolonged exposure How to prevent it z Always wea...

Page 8: ...ed by accident during maintenance or tool changes z Air tools can cause the work piece to move upon contact leading to injury z Loss of control of the tool can lead to injury to self or others z Poor...

Page 9: ...ve air hose to lubricate or add grinding attachments sanding discs drills etc to the tool z Never carry the tool by the hose z Avoid unintentional starting Don t carry hooked up tool with finger on tr...

Page 10: ...Use only accessories identified by the manufacturer to be used with specific tools z Maintain the tool with care z Keep a cutting tool sharp and clean A properly maintained tool with sharp cutting ed...

Page 11: ...contact with hidden electrical wiring could cause electrocution or death How to prevent it z Never use nailer staplers to attach electrical wiring while energized z Avoid body contact with grounded su...

Page 12: ...ome entangled in hair clothing jewelry and other loose objects resulting in injury How to prevent it z Never wear loose fitting clothes or apparel which contains loose straps or ties etc which could b...

Page 13: ...pable of causing serious injury z The pump and manifold generate high temperatures How to prevent it z Keep the working part of the tool away from hands and body z Do not touch the pump manifold or tr...

Page 14: ...oupling that automatically removes all pressure from the tool when the coupling is disconnected z Disconnect the tool from the air supply hose before doing tool maintenance clearing a jammed fastener...

Page 15: ...ol firmly to maintain control while allowing the tool to recoil away from work surface as the fastener is driven If the safety element is allowed to recontact the work surface before the trigger is re...

Page 16: ...tor is usually necessary for most of these applications How it works To compress air the pistons move up and down in the cylinder Air enters through the valve inlet on the down stroke and the discharg...

Page 17: ...cord before each use Do not use if there are signs of damage If these grounding instructions are not completely understood or if you are in doubt as to whether the compressor id properly grounded have...

Page 18: ...o longer than 50 feet z 14 gauge AWG or larger Wire size locations as gauge number decreases 12 AWG and 10 AWG may also be used DO NOT USE 16 OR 18 AWG Voltage and circuit protection This air compress...

Page 19: ...e drops below the factory set cut in pressure It stops the motor when the air tank pressure reaches the factory set cut out pressure z Safety Valve If the pressure switch dies not shut off the air com...

Page 20: ...air is not available until the compressor has raised the air tank pressure above that required at the air outlet z Drain Valve The drain valve is located at the base of the air tank and is used to dra...

Page 21: ...it complies with all of the requirements listed above 4 Open the drain valve fully to permit air to escape and prevent air pressure build up in the air tank during the break in period 5 Move the ON AU...

Page 22: ...eck Safety Valve Before each use z Drain Tank Daily or after each use Note The hose or accessory will require a quick connect plug of the air outlet is equipped with a quick connect socket WARNING EXC...

Page 23: ...ull ring on safety valve allowing air to bleed from the tank until tank pressure is approximately 20psi Release safety valve ring 5 Drain water from air tank by opening drain valve on bottom of tank 6...

Page 24: ...paint and varnish remover 6 Apply sealant to the check valve threads Reinstall the check valve turn clockwise 7 Replace hose and new hose clamp 8 Perform the break in procedure described above WARNING...

Page 25: ...d quick connect from the regulator 4 Remove the regulator 5 Apply pipe sealant tape to the nipple on the standpipe 6 Assemble the regulator and orient correctly 7 Reapply pipe sealant to outlet pressu...

Page 26: ...l tank pressure is approximately 20 psi Release safety valve ring 6 Drain water from air tank by opening drain valve on bottom of tank 7 After the water has been drained close the drain or drain valve...

Page 27: ...ontaminants that are detrimental to the tool s internal components An air line filter removes most of these contaminates and significantly prolongs the life of the tool If an in line oiler is not avai...

Page 28: ...llowing the follower to slide forward against the fasteners 5 Adjust the directional exhaust deflector so deflect the exhaust air blast away from the operator The exhaust deflector provides eight dete...

Page 29: ...against the work surface 3 Depress the safety 4 Squeeze the trigger to fire a fastener 5 Allow the tool to recoil away from the work surface as the fastener is driven Contact actuation trigger This m...

Page 30: ...decrease the driving depth 5 Test fire another fastener and check depth 6 Repeat steps 2 6 as necessary to achieve desired results The amount of air pressure required varies depending on the depth se...

Page 31: ...2 Open magazine and remove any remaining fasteners 3 Depress the quick release latch lever and hinge the fastener guide plate open 4 Remove the jammed fastener 5 Close the fastener guide plate and se...

Page 32: ...gger and place one to two drops of air tool oil in the air inlet Depressing the trigger helps circulate oil in the motor Use SAE 10 weight oil if air tool oil is not available 3 Connect the tool to an...

Page 33: ...for automatic reset Low Pressure z Air leak in safety valve Check valve manually by pulling upwards on rings If condition persists replace valve z Restricted air filter Clean or replace as necessary z...

Page 34: ...cted air filter Air leak near top of tool or in trigger area z Loose screws Tighten screws z Worn or damaged o rings or seals Install Overhaul Kit Tool does nothing or operates sluggishly z Inadequate...

Page 35: ...rrect fasteners Verify that you are using approved fasteners of correct size z Damaged fasteners Replace w undamaged fasteners z Magazine or nose screws loose Tighten screws z Magazine is dirty Clean...

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