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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
PIPING
Any tube, pipe, or hose used must have a pressure rating higher then 175 PSI. Minimum
recommended pipe size is 3/4 in. Larger diameter pipe is always better.
WARNING
Risk of Personal Injury.
Never use plastic
(PVC) pipe for compressed air. Serious injury
or death could result.
LUBRICATION
CAUTION
Inspect Before Use.
Check for proper oil level
before operating!
Remove oil fi ll plug on pump. Check oil level;
some models are shipped with oil in the pump.
See specification label on compressor pump
for the proper oil capacity and oil type. Add oil if
needed. Place oil fill plug back on pump.
OIL INFORMATION
Kobalt Air Compressor Oil
SKU 221008
Kobalt Synthetic Blend Oil
SKU 221009
Mobil 1
®
synthetic 10W30
Oil Capacity
Approximately
8.5 ounces
Do not use regular automotive oil. Additives in
regular motor oil can cause valve deposits and
reduce pump life.
For maximum pump life, drain and replace oil
after the first 50 hours of run time and then follow
the regular maintenance schedule outlined later
in the manual.
This pump has an oil sight glass as shown
in Figure 1. Oil level can be monitored and
maintained as shown in Figure 2.
2
Sight Glass
Full
Low
1
Breather
Sight
Glass
Oil Fill
Plug
Oil Drain
Plug
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