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SKU 90168 

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saVe tHis Manual

Keep this manual for the safety warn-

ings and precautions, assembly, operat-

ing, inspection, maintenance and cleaning 

procedures.  Write the product’s serial 

number in the back of the manual near the 

assembly diagram (or month and year of 

purchase if product has no number).  Keep 

this manual and the receipt in a safe and 

dry place for future reference.

iMPORtant saFetY 

inFORMatiOn

in this manual, on the labeling, 

and all other information provid-

ed with this product:

  this is the safety alert 

symbol.  it is used to alert 

you to potential personal 

injury hazards.  Obey all 

safety messages that 

follow this symbol to avoid 

possible injury or death.

 

dangeR indicates 

a hazardous 

situation which, if not 

avoided, will result in death or 

serious injury.
 

WaRning 

indicates a 

hazardous situation which, if 

not avoided, could result in 

death or serious injury.
 

CautiOn, used 

with the safety 

alert symbol, indicates a 

hazardous situation which, if 

not avoided, could result in 

minor or moderate injury.

 

nOtiCe is used to 

address practices 

not related to personal injury.
 

CautiOn, without 

the safety alert 

symbol, is used to address 

practices not related to 

personal injury.

general safety Warnings

 WaRning Read all safety 

warnings and instructions. 

Failure to follow the warnings 

and instructions may result in 

explosion, fire and/or serious 

injury.   

save all warnings and 

instructions for future reference.

Work area safety

1. 

Keep work area clean and well lit.  

a. 

Cluttered or dark areas invite acci-

dents.
do not operate compressors in 

b. 

explosive atmospheres, such as in 

the presence of flammable liquids, 

gases or dust.  Compressors be-

come hot which may ignite the dust 

or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders 

c. 

away while operating a compres-

sor.  Distractions can cause you to 

lose control.
electrical safety

2. 

Compressor plugs must match the 

a. 

outlet.  never modify the plug in 

any way.  do not use any adapter 

plugs with grounded compressors.  

Unmodified plugs and matching out

-

lets will reduce risk of electric shock.
avoid body contact with grounded 

b. 

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, 

Summary of Contents for 90168

Page 1: ...003 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight T...

Page 2: ...indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury CAUTION without the safety alert symbo...

Page 3: ...able A shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating If in doubt use the next heavier gage The smaller the gage number the heavier the cord Personal safety 3 Stay...

Page 4: ...ccordance f with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the compressor for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardo...

Page 5: ...ali fornia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and ce ment or other masonry product...

Page 6: ...tric shock The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equip ment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plu...

Page 7: ...roper outlet Do not change the plug in any way Double insulated compressors may 2 be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illus tration See Outlets for 2 Prong Plug Specificat...

Page 8: ...d in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual Prior to using the Air Compressor make sure to familiarize yourself with its basic features and methods of operation...

Page 9: ...2 3 The Tank Pressure Gauge measures the air pressure stored in the Tank 14 and is not adjustable by the operator Tool Pressure Gauge 2A 4 The Tool Pressure Gauge measures the air pressure being supp...

Page 10: ...not overinflate any object Plug the Power Cord Plug 7 into the 5 nearest 120 volt grounded electrical outlet Turn the Power Switch 19 to its 6 AUTO or position Observe the Tank Pressure Gauge 7 2 and...

Page 11: ...r loose screws mis alignment or binding of moving parts damaged electrical wiring Tank air hoses accessories not included and any other condition that may af fect its safe operation AT END OF EACH WOR...

Page 12: ...READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY The manufacturer and or distributor has provided the parts list and assembly diagram in this manual as a reference tool only Neither the manufacturer or distributor makes...

Page 13: ...1 10 10 9 7 Air Line Connection Point Parts 20 and 21 Air Hose and Inflation Chuck not shown Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase...

Page 14: ...ecial or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limita tion of exclusion may...

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