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SKU 96087

for technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

Make sure the Air Compressor is located on a flat, level, sturdy surface capable 
of supporting the weight of the Compressor, operator(s), and any additional 
tools and equipment.

do not move or transport the Compressor if the Air tank (17) is under pres-
sure.

Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.

never stand on the Air Compressor.  

Serious injury could result if the Compres-

sor is tipped.

never leave the Air Compressor unattended when it is plugged in and running.  

Turn off the Compressor, and unplug the unit before leaving.

do not allow children and other unauthorized people to handle or play with 
the Air Compressor.

do not modify the factory set pressure shutoff or startup switches.   

This tool will 

do the work better and safer at the speed and capacity for which it was designed.

Avoid body contact with oils and lubricants used in the Compressor.  

If swal-

lowed, seek medical treatment immediately.  For skin contact, immediately wash 
with soap and water.  For eye contact, immediately flush eyes with clean water.

WARnIng!  

Risk of fire or explosion.  Do not spray flammable liquid in a confined 

area or towards a hot surface.  Spray area must be well ventilated.  Do not smoke 
while spraying or spray where spark or flame is present.  Arcing parts:  Keep Com-
pressor at least 20 feet away from explosive vapors, such as when spraying with 
a spray gun.

Risk of bursting.  

Do not adjust Regulator to result in output pressure greater than 

marked maximum pressure of attachment.

Risk of injury.  

Do not direct air stream at body.  To reduce the risk of electric shock, 

do not expose to rain.  Store indoors.

WARnIng!  

The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical known 

to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (Cali-
fornia Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.)

People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use.  

Elec-

tromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker 
interference or pacemaker failure.

WARnIng!  

The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover 

all possible conditions and situations that may occur.  It must be understood by the 
operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this 
product, but must be supplied by the operator.

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Summary of Contents for 96087

Page 1: ...the Air Compressor Always lift the Air Compressor using its Handle a 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our website at http www harborfreight com To prevent serious injury read and understand all warnings and instructions before use Copyright 2007 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or for...

Page 2: ...nspection maintenance and cleaning procedures parts list and assembly diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric sh...

Page 3: ...ol of the air tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Always wear ANSI approved safety impact glasses and hearing protection under a full face shield during use TOOL USE AND CARE Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed Do not use the Compressor if the...

Page 4: ...FR 1910 134 and or Canadian Standards Associations CSA In the event the Air Compressor is used for the purpose of breathing air application and proper in line safety and alarm equipment is not simultaneously used existing warranties are void and Harbor Freight Tools disclaims any liability whatsoever for any loss personal injury or damage DANGER Never attempt to repair or modify the Air Tank 17 We...

Page 5: ... WARNING Risk of fire or explosion Do not spray flammable liquid in a confined area or towards a hot surface Spray area must be well ventilated Do not smoke while spraying or spray where spark or flame is present Arcing parts Keep Com pressor at least 20 feet away from explosive vapors such as when spraying with a spray gun Risk of bursting Do not adjust Regulator to result in output pressure grea...

Page 6: ...re cord and three prong grounding plug The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet If the tool should electri cally malfunction or break down grounding pro vides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user reducing the risk of electric shock See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the groundin...

Page 7: ...umber shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible PRODUCT FEATURES SYMBOLOGY Double Insulated Canadian Standards Association Underwriters Laboratories Inc V Volts Alternating Current A Amperes n0 xxxx min No Load Revolutions per Minute RPM OVERLOAD PROTECTOR 24 TOOL PRESSURE GAUGE 28 REGULATOR VALVE 30 POWER SWITCH 23 TANK PRESSURE GAUGE 28 SAFETY VALVE 5 AIR OUTPUT POWER CORD 35 FIGURE ...

Page 8: ...o turn the Regulator Valve clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the PSI The Tool Pressure Gauge 28 will indicate the PSI being delivered to the air hose See Figure A NOTE When the maximum air pressure 135 PSI is reached as indicated by the Tank Pressure Gauge 28 the motor will stop The Compressor will automatically restart when the air pressure drops below 100 PSI See Figure A IMP...

Page 9: ... service technician 1 2 3 4 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Compressor will not start Blown fuse or circuit breaker tripped Overload Protector tripped Loose electrical connections 1 2 3 Replace or reset fuse circuit breaker Reset Overload Protector Make sure Compressor is plugged into a working 120 volt grounded electrical outlet 1 2 3 Low pressure Air Tank pressure too lo...

Page 10: ... Drain Valve 1 NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts PLEASE 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 ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KINDTOTHE BUYERT...

Page 11: ...nical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Power Cord 35 not shown SEE FIGURE A PAGE 7 NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts ...

Page 12: ...pecial 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 limitation of exclusion may not apply to you This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warran ties express or implied including the warranties of merchantability and fitness To take advantage of this warranty the product ...

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