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Operating instructions

The 12V Air Compressor has been engineered to service many different tyres for cars, vans, X’s etc., plus 

many other inflatable items. 
Please read the entire instruction manual before use and retain for future reference.

IMPORTANT

 Your battery may not be at full strength. It is essential therefore that you keep your engine 

running when operating the compressor. This will also shorten inflation time. Do not do this in a closed 

garage due to the fumes circulating in a confined space.

 

1. Safety - Warning! Never leave the compressor unattended whilst it is in operation.

The compressor is not to be used for long period otherwise it may overheat. Do not use the compressor for 

more than 10 minutes at a time. If a prolonged period is required then switch off the compressor and allow 

to cool for several minutes then resume. For higher pressures (pressure over 5 bar), let the compressor rest 

after 10 minutes of continuous use. 

If the compressor overheats, switch it off and let it cool for 30 

minutes before you start it again.

Tyres are marked with their maximum pressure in psi or bar – always refer to the manufacturers guide on tyre 

pressure , never exceed the stated psi/bar  

NOTE:

 Tyres will not expand at the same rate during the final phase of inflation as it does at the beginning of 

this process. This is due to the fact that air flow into the tyre from the compressor decreases as the required 

tyre pressure is reached. Check with tyre pressure gauge for accurate inflation.

INFLATION TIME

 Inflation time will vary depending on the article inflated and the pressure required.

 

2. Operation - Inflating tyres 

•  Insert the 12V plug into your 12V power socket.
•  Screw the connector onto tyre valve.
•  Press the “R” button to select desired pressure unit, 

psi, bar, kpa or kgf/cm

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•  To inflate the tyre to the recommended pressure (refer to the vehicle handbook or marking on the tyre itself) 

    then set the Digital gauge to that pressure using the “+” & “–” buttons. 
•  Turn “ON” the power with the “ON/OFF” switch. 

SWAC19

1.  12V power cable compartment.
2.  ON/OFF switch.
3.  LED light ON/OFF switch.
4.  Digital Pressure Gauge.
5.  Air hose with connector 

compartment.

6.  Adapter for inflating rubber 

dinghies, airbeds, etc.

7.  Adapter for inflating bicycle tyres 

(Woods/Dunlop valve).

8.  Adapter for inflating footballs etc.

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