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STARTING YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR
Note:
Always check your air compressor for any loose parts or
rattles before starting. To check hold on to the belt cage
and gently rock the air compressor and listen for any noise
which may indicate loose items. If anything appears to be
loose either tighten or consult a service agent.
1. Always position compressor on level ground.
2. Always position compressor away from work area so
that the compressor does not get covered in dust or
paint - use a longer air hose to ensure compressor is in
clean air.
Before starting your Briggs & Stratton powered
air compressor always check;
1. Pump oil level is correct, see page 12.
2. Engine oil level is correct, see page 13.
3. Fuel tank has been filled with the correct unleaded petrol
(ULP), see page 9.
To start your Briggs & Stratton powered
air compressor;
1. Ensure the air tank is empty, if not open the drain valve
and drain the air tank. Your Briggs and Stratton engine
will NOT start with a load on it.
2. Open the unloading valve, Pic. 8, rotate the silver
aluminium lever so that it is sticking straight out.
3. Close the drain valve, Pic. 9.
4. Turn the fuel tap lever on, Pic. 10, this moves to the right.
5. Turn the choke lever on, Pic. 10, this moves to the left.
6. Turn the engine switch to on, Pic, 10, this rotates down.
7. Pull the recoil starter, Pic. 12, slowly until engaged, then
pull briskly. This step may need to be repeated until the
Briggs and Stratton engine starts, this can take up to
about 12 pulls.
Warning: Never pull the recoil once the engine has started.
Any damage caused will not be covered under warranty.
8. Once engine has started, turn the choke to OFF, Pic. 13,
this moves to the right.
9. Your Briggs and Stratton powered air compressor is now
running and ready to use.
PIC. 8
Unloading valve open
PIC. 9
Close drain valve, lever parallel to tank
PIC. 10
Choke lever
Fuel lever
Choke ON
Fuel ON