Ryobi Airwave RA-C2550-G, Operator'S Manual

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step at a time.
3. Use care in transporting the unit down or up stairs
to avoid damage to the stairs, damage to unit and
personal injury.
4. Lower the air compressor until it sits securely on a flat
surface.
AttAcHIng/dIsconnectIng AIR Hose
See figure 9.
note: For operation using pressures above 7 bar,
(102 psi) delivery hoses should be fitted with a safety cord,
e.g., wire rope.
1. Make sure the air compressor is off and unplugged.
2. Rotate pressure regulator knob fully counterclockwise.
3. Confirm that the outlet pressure is at zero (0) bar.
4. Attach hose with quick connect air fitting to 6.35 mm
(1/4 in.) quick connect coupler (regulated pressure) on
air compressor. Make sure to push the hose adapter
end fully into the coupler until the sleeve springs
forward to lock it in place.
to disconnect an air hose or an air tool:
1. Rotate pressure regulator knob fully counterclockwise.
2. Confirm that the outlet pressure is at zero (0) bar.
3. When disconnecting a hose from 6.35 mm (1/4 in.)
quick coupler, always firmly hold release end of hose.
4. Pull back on the release sleeve on the 6.35 mm
(1/4 in.) quick coupler.
5. With a firm grip, pull out the quick connect air fitting
that is attached to the quick coupler.
tURnIng tHe AIR comPRessoR on/off
See figure 11.
1. With the air compressor plugged in, pull the power
switch to the ON position to power the compressor on.
2. To turn the air compressor off, push the power switch
to the OFF position.
note: When the compressor is in the ON position,
the air compressor will automatically turn on when the
designated tank air pressure drops below the preset
pressure limit. It will also shut off again when the
desired pressure is reached.
wARnIng
Never exceed the air tool’s pressure rating as
recommended by the manufacturer. When using
this air compressor as an inflation device, always
follow the maximum inflation guidelines stated by the
manufacturer of the item being inflated.
wARnIng
Always ensure the switch is in the OFF (O) position
and the regulator pressure gauge reads zero before
changing air tools or disconnecting the hose from
the air outlet. Failure to do so could result in possible
serious personal injury.
UsIng tHe AIR comPRessoR
See figure 10 - 12.
1. Ensure power switch is in the OFF (O) position and air
compressor is unplugged.
2. If not already installed, attach hose to compressor as
previously instructed.
3. Attach 6.35 mm (1/4 in.) quick connect air fitting to
accessory or tool you intend to use.
4. Insert the other end of the quick connect air fitting to
the quick coupler (regulated pressure) on the open
end of hose.
5. Connect the power cord to the power supply.
6. Turn the switch ON ( l ).
7. Rotate pressure regulator knob to desired line
pressure. Turning the knob clockwise increases
air pressure at the outlet; turning counterclockwise
reduces air pressure at the outlet.
8. Following all safety precautions in this manual and the
manufacturer’s instructions in the air tool manual, you
may now proceed to use your air-powered tool.
wARnIng
Air powered tools may require more air consumption
than this air compressor is capable of providing. Check
the tool manual to avoid damage to the tool or risk of
personal injury.
9. Control the amount of air flow with the pressure
regulator knob. Turning the knob fully counterclockwise
will completely stop the flow of air.
note: Always use the minimum amount of pressure
necessary for your application. Using a higher
pressure than needed will drain air from the tank more
rapidly and cause the unit to cycle on more frequently.
10. When finished, always drain the tank and unplug the
unit. Never leave the unit plugged in and/or running
unattended.
11. It is recommended to use a residual current device
with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.
dRAInIng tHe tAnk
See figure 14-15.
To prevent tank corrosion and keep moisture out of the
air used, the air tank of the compressor should be drained
daily.
to drain:
1. Turn the air compressor off.