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WARNING

Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your compressor works.
Read this manual to understand this compressor.

CAUTION

DANGER

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

means if safety information is not followed someone 

will

 be seriously injured or killed

means if safety information is not followed someone 

may

 be seriously injured or killed

means if safety information is not followed someone 

could

 be seriously injured or killed

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Save these instructions

Before using the air compressor

Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious injury and property
damage. Read and understand all warnings and operation instructions before using this compressor.

Air compressors are utilized in a variety of air
system applications. Because air compressors
and other components (hoses, connectors, air 
tools, spray guns, etc.) make up a high pressure
pumping system, the following safety pre-
cautions should be observed at all times.

Only persons familiar with these rules of
safe operation should use the air 
compressor.

1. Read the  instruction manual carefully before 
    attempting to assemble, disassemble or 
    operate your system. Be thoroughly familiar
    with the controls and the proper use of the
    equipment.

2. Review and understand all safety instructions
    and operating procedures in this manual.

3. Review the maintenance methods for this
    compressor (See “Maintaining Your
    Compressor” section).

Things you should know

Inspect your work area

1. Keep work area clean.

2. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
    Floors must not be slippery from wax or dust.

1. To reduce the risk of injury from accidental
    starting, turn switch off and disconnect the
    power before checking it.

2. If any part is missing, bent or broken in any
    way, or any electrical part does not work prop-
    erly, keep the compressor off and disconnected.

3. Check hoses for weak or worn condition 
    before each use, making certain all connections
    are secure. Do Not use if defect is found.

Do not operate compressor if damaged during
shipping, handling or use. Damage may result
in bursting and cause injury or property damage.

This compressor is Not designed for and should
not be used in breathing air applications.

Inspect your compressor

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Summary of Contents for Air Compressor

Page 1: ...Air Compressor Manual For questions concerning this air compressor please call 1 877 861 2722 Printed In USA Rev 0611 ...

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Page 3: ...for Electrical Connection Plan Ahead to Protect Your Eyes Hands Face Ears When Operating 4 Spraying Precautions Perform These Maintenance Operations 5 Typical Compressor Installation Glossary 6 Wiring Starting the Compressor Electric Compressors 7 Starting the Compressor Gasoline 8 Elite and QP Compressor Section 9 Troubleshooting Guide 10 Troubleshooting Cont 11 Back Page ...

Page 4: ...les of safe operation should use the air compressor 1 Read the instruction manual carefully before attempting to assemble disassemble or operate your system Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment 2 Review and understand all safety instructions and operating procedures in this manual 3 Review the maintenance methods for this compressor See Maintaining Your Comp...

Page 5: ...should be wired by a qualified electrician 8 Never store flammable liquids or gases in the vicinity of an operating compressor 9 Do Not locate the compressor air inlet near steam paint spray sandblasting areas or any other source of contamination The debris could damage the motor and pump Never use plastic PVC pipe for compressed air Serious injury or death could result Never use the shipping skid...

Page 6: ...ough to cause injury Never operate the compressor without a beltguard The compressor can start auto matically without warning Personal injury or property damage could occur from contact with moving parts The compressor may be hot even if the unit is stopped Use of a mask or respirator per chemical manufacturers instructions may be neces sary if there is a chance of inhaling toxic fumes Read mask a...

Page 7: ...rilling or any other modification will weaken the tank resulting in damage from rupture or explosion Always replace worn cracked or damaged tanks 3 Clean electrical equipment with an approved cleaning agent such as a dry non flam mable cleaning solvent Daily Check oil level at sight glass Oil level should be 1 2 to slightly higher in the oil sight glass Drain moisture from tank Verify the pressure...

Page 8: ...which automatically controls the on off cycling of the compressor It stops the compressor when the cut off pressure in the tank is reached and starts the compressor when the air pressure drops below the cut in pressure PSI Pounds per Square Inch Measurement of the pressure exerted by the force of air The actual psi is measured by a pressure gauge on the compressor Pump Device which produces the co...

Page 9: ...p Operate the compressor for a few minutes unloaded air system open then allow the compressor to pump up Make sure the electrical pressure switch properly switches off the compressor according to the setting desired 130 psi for Single Stage 165 for 216V and 175 psi for all other Two Stage Make sure the pressure in the tank does not exceed its rating Single Stage should operate at a maximum of 130 ...

Page 10: ... which is the choke position Slide the gas lever black lever to the right which is the on position Pull starter grip to start engine return slowly Once the engine is running slide the choke lever back to the right Robin Turn the gas lever to the Open position Close the choke lever Turn the STOP SWITCH to the On position Pull starter until resistance is felt Return the handle to the original positi...

Page 11: ...ent Plug to allow for the oil to flow completely into the switch Please Note If overfilled oil will flow out of the oil vent hole Thermal Protection QP Models If the cooling fan were to fail or internal temperature were to reach 170 F the QP models are outfitted with a thermal fuse When tripped the fuse can be reset The canopy will need to be removed to reset the thermal fuse Location of Fuse Insi...

Page 12: ... manual 2 Check voltage with volt meter across both legs of incoming power 3 Replace motor 4 Check all electrical connections 5 Adjust or replace pressure switch 6 Replace check valve Do not remove check valve with air pressure in tank 1 Replace check valve Do not remove check valve with air pressure in tank 2 Tighten or replace fittings or connections 3 Replace tank Do not attempt to repair tank ...

Page 13: ...area with adequate cool dry air 1 Malfunctioning check valve Overheating TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Continued Pressure switch un loader constantly leaking air 1 Replace check valve if unloader bleeds constantly Do not remove check valve with air pressure in tank DANGER Pressure switch not unloading 1 Malfunctioning pressure switch DANGER Excessive vibration 1 Compressor too small for application 2 Cool...

Page 14: ...Notes ...

Page 15: ...Notes ...

Page 16: ...n the manner and for the period of time provided above THE COMPANY MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED EXCEPT THAT OF TITLE AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED THIS WARRANTY SUPERSEDES ALL PREVIOUS WARRANTY STATEMENTS Correction by the Company of non conformities whether patent or...

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