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If air leaks after the ring has been released, or if the
valve is stuck and cannot be actuated by the ring,
do not use the air compressor until the safety valve
has been replaced. Use of the air compressor in this
condition could result in serious personal injury.
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See figure 11.
When current into the air compressor motor exceeds the
specified limit, the air compressor will automatically shut
off.
to reset the air compressor:
1. Unplug the air compressor.
2. Turn the air compressor off.
3. Wait three minutes for the motor to cool.
4. Press the reset button.
5. Plug the air compressor into an approved outlet.
6. Turn the air compressor on.
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1. Move the power switch to the OFF position to turn off
the compressor.
2. Unplug the compressor.
3. Run the air tool to relieve the air pressure in the hose,
then remove the air hose and the tool, or release the
air by the pressure relief valve.
4. Drain water from the tank as instructed in Draining
the Tank section. Leave the valve open until the next
usage.
5. Store the air compressor in its normal operating
position in a dry and protected area.
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Water will condense in the air compressor tank when
the compressor is in operation. Water left in the tank
can cause the tank to weaken and corrode, increasing
the risk of tank rupture.
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Always disconnect the air hose from tools whenever
not in use or while servicing. During maintenance, a
tool connected to air hose may operate accidentally,
causing serious personal injury!
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Failure to unplug the air compressor before storage
may result in the compressor running continuously,
causing overheating, damage to the compressor, and
possibly a fire.
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When servicing use only original replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
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Always wear eye protection with side shields. Failure
to do so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes resulting in possible serious injury.
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Always release all pressure, disconnect from power
supply, and allow unit to cool before cleaning or making
repairs on the air compressor.
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Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
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Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
Bearing lubrication
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of
the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no
further lubrication is required.
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See figure 14.
1.
Loosen the wing nut and washer on the air filter cover.
2. Remove the cover.
3.
Remove the air filter.
4.
Install new air filter.
5.
Replace the air filter cover and secure it with the wing
nut and washer.