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ENGLISH
USER MANUAL
Special safety instructions
Always check the oil level before using the
compressor.
Never direct the compressed air stream at people
or animals.
Do not use the compressor if the ambient
temperature is below -10 °C.
The safety valve must not be removed, adjusted or
blocked. Never use the compressor if the safety
valve is not working! Check the safety valve
function regularly (refer to the Cleaning and
maintenance section).
You must NEVER weld or drill holes in the tank or
try to repair the unit yourself! If the tank becomes
worn or damaged, it should be replaced or
repaired.
Always vent the compressed air system and
disconnect the power to the compressor before
starting any cleaning or maintenance work, or if
the compressor is not likely to be used for a
prolonged period.
Take care when emptying or venting the system of
liquid or compressed air, as compressed air can
raise dust and dirt, which can cause damage to
equipment or personal injury.
Never spray flammable materials, e.g. paint, close
to naked flames or sources of ignition sources,
including the actual compressor.
Keep all components free from oil, solvents and
grease.
The compressor’s air intake must be kept away
from steam, paint and sand for sandblasting, etc.,
as these can otherwise penetrate the motor and
damage it.
Before use
Checking the oil level
Place the compressor on a flat surface.
Remove the plastic stopper from the oil filler
nozzle.
Then fit the ventilation cover.
Remove the plastic plug from the intake. Fit the
air filter.
Check the oil level by looking at the dipstick (5).
If the oil level is below the red dot on the glass,
you must slowly top up with fresh motor oil (SAE-
20 or SAE-30) until the oil level reaches the red
dot.
Screw the ventilation cover on to the oil filler
nozzle and tighten it manually.
Crank case
Plastic
stopper
Oil filler
nozzle
Dipstick
Crank case
Ventilation cover