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Operation (continued)
ON/OFF CYCLING OF THE COMPRESSOR
The air compressor unit (A) is designed to cycle on and off. With the pressure switch knob in the AUTO position, the compressor pumps air into
the tank. When the shut-off (preset “cut-out”) pressure is reached, the compressor automatically shuts off.
If the compressor is left in the AUTO 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 in use, the compressor will cycle on and off automatically as needed to maintain
air pressure in the tank.
MOISTURE IN COMPRESSED AIR
WARNING:
Drain the tank every day to prevent corrosion
and possible injury due to tank damage. For optimal
performance of the tank drain, the tank pressure should be
between 40 - 50 psi. Do not operate the drain with more than
40 psi in the tank or the drain valve may be damaged. Drain
the tank of moisture daily using the drain valve at the bottom
of the tank.
IMPORTANT:
This condensation will cause water spots in
a paint job, especially when spraying other than water based
paints. If sandblasting, it will cause the sand to cake and
clog the gun, rendering it ineffective. A fi lter in the air line,
located as near to the gun as possible, will help eliminate this
moisture.
IMPORTANT:
Drain liquid from the tank daily.
Moisture in compressed air will form into droplets as it comes from an air compressor pump. When humidity is high or when a compressor
is in continuous use for an extended period of time, this moisture will collect in the tank. When using a paint spray or sandblast gun, this
water will be carried from the tank through the hose, and out of the gun as droplets mixed with the spray material.
Follow the tank draining instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual.
