operation
beFore FirSt Start-Up
break-in proceDUre
(Complete this procedure before using
compressor for the first time. Once
completed, it is not necessary to repeat.)
1. Turn regulator knob fully clockwise
(to the right) to open air flow and
open drain valve.
2. Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF position.
3. Plug in power cord.
4. Turn ON/OFF switch to ON position
and run compressor for 30 minutes.
5. Turn ON/OFF switch to OFF position.
6. Unplug power cord.
7. Close drain valve.
The compressor is now ready for use.
beFore each Start-Up
operatinG proceDUre
1. Turn regulator knob fully counter
clockwise (to the left) to close air
flow.
2. Connect air hose to outlet of
regulator.
3. Turn On/Off Switch to OFF position.
4. Plug in power cord.
5. Turn On/Off Switch to ON position
and let compressor run until it
reaches automatic shutoff pressure.
6. Attach tire chuck or tool to end of
hose.
7. Turn regulator knob clockwise (to
the right) to desired pressure of tool
being used.
Risk of
Bursting!
This compressor is designed
to provide air pressure up to
200 psi. Most attachments
are designed to operate at a maximum
pressure of less than 125 psi. DO NOT
adjust the regulator to result in output
pressure greater than the marked
maximum pressure of the attachment.
on/oFF cYclinG oF coMpreSSor
In the ON position, the compressor
pumps air into the tank. When a
shut-off (preset “cut-out”) pressure is
reached, the compressor automatically
shuts off.
If the compressor is left in the ON
position and air is depleted from
the tank by use of a tire chuck, tool,
etc., the compressor will restart
automatically at its preset “cut-in”
pressure. When a tool is being used
continuously, the compressor will cycle
on and off automatically.
In the OFF position, the pressure switch
cannot function and the compressor
will not operate. Make sure switch
is in OFF position when connecting
or disconnecting power cord from
electrical outlet.
preSSUre GaUGeS
The gauge attached to control panel
is the Outlet Gauge, and it indicates
air pressure going to hose (and tool
attached to end of hose).
The gauge toward the front of the
shroud is the Tank Gauge, and it
indicates air pressure in tank.
Maintenance
aSMe SaFetY valve
Do not remove or
attempt to adjust
the safety valve!
Check the safety valve by performing
the following steps:
1. Plug the compressor in and run until
shut off pressure is reached (see
Operating Procedure).
2. Wearing safety glasses, pull the ring
on the safety valve (see Figure 5) to
release pressure from compressor
tank. Use your other hand to deflect
fast-moving air from being directed
toward your face.
3. The safety valve should
automatically close when pressure
in the tank has been released. If the
safety valve does not allow air to be
released when you pull on the ring,
or if it does not close automatically,
it MUST be replaced.
Safety valve must be
replaced if it cannot
be actuated or it leaks air after ring is
released.
General
Release all pressure
and disconnect power
before making any repair.
1. Check compressor for any visible
problems, especially check air filter
to be sure it is clean.
2. Pull ring on safety valve and allow
it to snap back to normal position
(Figure 5).
Safety valve must be
replaced if it cannot
be actuated or it leaks air after ring is
released.
3. Daily with compressor shut off:
Depressurize system prior to
draining tank. Drain moisture
from tank by opening drain valve
underneath the tank.
note:
Tank should be emptied
regularly.
Do not remove drain
plug with tank under
pressure.
4. Turn power OFF and clean dust and
dirt 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
conditions or when a great deal of fog
from spraying is allowed to circulate
near unit.
iMportant:
Unit should be located as
far from spraying area as hose will allow
to prevent over-spray from clogging
filter.
Filter reMoval, inSpection anD
replaceMent
To change a filter, remove the screw
in the filter housing cover. If filter
element is dirty, rotate filter element
so the holes line up with clean element
material and snap cover onto housing.
If filter element has no clean areas,
replace element.
lUbrication
This is an oilless type compressor
requiring no lubrication.
therMal overloaD protector
Turn off the pressure switch or unplug
compressor for 20 minutes and allow it
to cool. Reset the unit. Switch unit to
OFF and turn ON again to resume work.
Figure 6
Figure 5
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Operating Instructions
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