10
OPERATION
Check that the drain valve tap is closed (Fig.6).
Connect the compressor to a suitable 16A mains
supply. Switch on the compressor by pressing the
On/Off switch to the ON (depressed) position
(Fig.7). The compressor will now start.
When the air receiver tank is pressurised to its
working capacity the compressor will automatically
switch off. When the compressor switches off there
will be the sound of leaking air while the pressure
regulating system is depressurised, this will last for
only a few seconds and is quite normal. Check all
valves and regulators for leaks. Note during
extended periods of use the air receiver tank
supply tube will become hot.
WARNING.
Always ensure the switch is
in the OFF position (non-depressed) and
the 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
Before connecting your compressor to the mains
supply, check the following:-
•
The mains voltage is 230V.
•
The ON/OFF switch is in the OFF
(non-depressed) position.
•
The pressure regulator should be set at its
lowest setting, i.e. turned fully anticlockwise.
•
If the machine has not been used for 24 hours
or so, open the drain valve tap to drain any
condensate which may have accumulated.
When clear, close the valve.
Important:
If the receiver is under pressure, keep
your hands well away from the air being expelled....
remember, compressed air is dangerous!
WARNING.
Before connecting any air
tool, make sure you have read and fully
understood the manufacturers
instruction booklet for the tool being
used.
Also ensure that the tool is compatible with the
compressor and hose specifications.
If the pressure rating of the tool is less than 10 bar,
the pressure regulator must be used to adjust the
output pressure.
Attach air hose (not included) following the
instructions in Connecting/Disconnecting Air Hose,
page 9.
When using the regulated air output first determine
the working pressure of the accessory by referring
to the accessory manual. Slowly open the pressure
regulator (Fig.8) at the same time observing the air
outlet pressure gauge until the pressure gauge
reads the minimum pressure for the accessory.
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
