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Regulator

A control that adjusts the line pressure to
the proper amount needed to operate
spray guns and air tools.

Tank Pressure Gauge

Indicates tank pressure in psi.

Line Pressure Gauge

Displays the current line pressures. It is
regulated by the regulator knob. 

Cut-in/Cut-off Pressure

Specific psi at which a compressor starts
and stops while refilling the air tank.

Glossary of Terms (continued)

1. Remove the air compressor from the

carton.

2. Place the compressor on a secure,

stationary work surface and look it
over carefully.

Unpacking and Checking Contents

Do not operate unit if damaged
during shipping, handling or
use. Damage may result in
bursting and cause injury or
property damage.

!

WARNING:

For your own safety, never
operate unit until all assembly
steps are complete and until
you have read and understood
the entire operator’s manual.

!

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury, if
any parts are missing, do not
attempt to operate the air com-
pressor until the missing parts
are obtained and installed cor-
rectly.

!

WARNING:

1. Check and tighten all bolts, fittings,

etc., before operating compressor.

2. Operate compressor in a ventilated

area so that compressor may be
properly cooled.

3. Compressor should be located where

it can be directly plugged into an out-
let. An extension cord should not be
used with this unit.

4. To avoid loss of power and overheat-

ing, additional air hose must be used
to reach work area instead of exten-
sion cords.

Installation

THIS UNIT CONTAINS NO OIL!
Follow lubrication instructions
before operating compressor.

NOTICE:

Summary of Contents for OL90150

Page 1: ...90150 OPERATOR S MANUAL WHEELBARROW AIR COMPRESSOR To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the Operator s Manual before using this product WARNING IN614300AV 9 04 Printed in U S...

Page 2: ...60 Hz Tool Information 8 Extension Cords 8 Changing Motor Voltage 9 Thermal Overload Protector 10 Glossary of Terms 10 Unpacking and Checking Contents 11 Section Page Installation 11 Getting to Know...

Page 3: ...anuals for each component carefully before attempt ing to assemble disassemble or operate your particular system 2 Wear safety glasses meeting ANSI Z87 1 or in Canada CSA Z94 3 99 and use hearing prot...

Page 4: ...or gases in vicinity of compressor 19 When spraying with solvent or toxic chemicals follow instructions provid ed by the chemical manufacturer 20 Spray in a well ventilated area to keep fumes from co...

Page 5: ...athable Air Warning This compressor pump is not equipped and should not be used as is to supply breathing quality air For any application of air for human consumption the air compressor pump will need...

Page 6: ...Safety Instructions continued 6 Find and read all warning labels found on the air compressor shown below Warning Labels DK724100AV 1000...

Page 7: ...tory for operation using the voltage shown Connect tool to a power line with the appropriate voltage and a 15 amp branch circuit Use a 15 amp time delay type fuse or cir cuit breaker To reduce the ris...

Page 8: ...result in a risk of electric shock The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of...

Page 9: ...relief 7 Install a 3 wire 240 volt 15 amp U L listed cord not provided Be sure to connect the white and black wires to the terminals labeled line and the green ground wire to the ground ter minal Als...

Page 10: ...auge on the compressor SCFM Standard Cubic Feet per Minute Sometimes called CFM Cubic Feet per Minute Measurement of air volume delivered by the compressor Air Delivery A combination of psi and SCFM T...

Page 11: ...y or property damage WARNING For your own safety never operate unit until all assembly steps are complete and until you have read and understood the entire operator s manual WARNING To reduce the risk...

Page 12: ...er 5 Tank Drain Valve 4 Handles 1 Belt Guard 3 Dipstick 7 Air Storage Tank 6 On Off Switch Pressure Switch 12 ASME Safety Valve 10 Regulator Knob 13 Air Outlet Fittings 11 Tank Pressure Gauge 9 Regula...

Page 13: ...olts to 240 volts 9 Regulated Outlet Gauge This gauge shows at a glance air pressure at outlet Air pressure is measured in pounds per square inch PSI Most tools have maximum pressure ratings Never exc...

Page 14: ...pstick Add Oil Fill Line Max Low Moisture in compressed air will form into droplets as it comes from an air com pressor pump When humidity is high or when a compressor is in continuous use for an exte...

Page 15: ...step until outlet pres sure gauge reaches zero 0 7 Attach hose Add chuck or other tool to open end of hose Turn regulator knob clockwise until desired outlet pressure is reached 8 After use turn press...

Page 16: ...ily Depressurize sys tem prior to draining tanks Open tank drain valves and drain moisture from tanks This helps prevent tank corro sion and keeps oil and moisture out of the compressed air system Be...

Page 17: ...from motor tank air lines and pump cooling fins NOTE The air filter in the filter housing on the side of the head must be checked and cleaned periodically more often if used under very dusty conditio...

Page 18: ...rom tanks daily NOTICE TO OPEN Tank Drain 2 To change a filter pull off the filter housing cover If filter element is dirty replace ele ment or entire filter Filter Removal Inspection and Replacement...

Page 19: ...in step 1 move the motor approximately 1 4 past the mark moving it away from the pump 8 Use a straight edge to make sure the motor pulley is in line with the pump flywheel Tighten down the two motor...

Page 20: ...rted or open motor winding 4 Defective check valve or unloader 1 Incorrect size fuse circuit overloaded 2 Unit is plugged into extension cord 3 Defective check valve or unloader 1 Remove extension cor...

Page 21: ...pressure switch 2 Excessive air usage Loose mounting bolts 1 Broken inlet valves 2 Intake filter dirty 3 Connections leaking 1 Check with voltmeter 2 Clean filter see Maintenance section 3 Move compr...

Page 22: ...or connections 2 Remove head and inspect for valve breakage weak valves scored valve seats etc Replace defective parts and reassemble Be sure that the old head gasket is replaced with a new one each...

Page 23: ...ley with compressor pulley 2 Adjust tension See Drive Belt Section 3 Adjust tension or replace belt See Drive Belt Section 4 Check for worn crankshaft keyway or pulley bore resulting from running the...

Page 24: ...24 Repair Parts 1 2 3 4 5 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 32 33 34 35 39 40 41 42 43 9 8 7 6 To pump 37 30 31...

Page 25: ...W209500AV Strain Relief 1 17 17753 ST209800AV Strain Relief Screw 1 18 20398 EC012800AV Motor Cord 1 19 17908 CW211300AJ Pressure Switch 1 20 17878 GA016900AV Outlet Gauge 1 21 17793 WL024501AV Regula...

Page 26: ...26 Repair Parts 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 23...

Page 27: ...T470800AJ Valve plate assembly 1 15 Valve plate gasket 1 16 18193 TQ900800AJ Cylinder head fasteners 1 17 18138 ST022300AV 1 8 NPT oil drain plug 1 18 18078 PU015900AV Flywheel 1 19 17998 ST026200AV 3...

Page 28: ...other than a service center authorized to repair RIDGID branded air compressors Expendable materials such as oil filters etc are not covered by this warranty Gasoline engines and components are expre...

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