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OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury.
CAUTION:
Do not use in an environment that is dusty or otherwise
contaminated. Using the air compressor in this type of
environment may cause damage to the unit.
APPLICATIONS
Air compressors are utilized in a variety of air system ap-
plications. Match hoses, connectors, air tools, and acces-
sories to the capabilities of the air compressor.
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
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Operating some air-powered tools
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Inflating tires, air beds, sports equipment, etc.
USING THE AIR COMPRESSOR
See Figures 8 - 9.
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Ensure power switch is in the
OFF (O)
position and air
compressor is unplugged.
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If not already installed, attach hose to compressor as
previously instructed.
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Attach 1/4 in. NPT male connector fitting to accessory
or tool you intend to use.
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Insert the other end of the male connector to the quick
coupler on the open end of hose.
WARNING:
Always ensure the switch is in the
OFF (O)
position and
the regulator pressure gauge reads zero before chang-
ing air tools or disconnecting the hose from the air
outlet. Failure to do so could result in possible serious
personal injury.
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Rotate regulator knob fully clockwise to open air flow.
Turn the locking nut clockwise to lock.
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Connect the power cord to the power supply.
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Turn the switch
ON ( l )
.
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Rotate pressure regulator knob to desired line pres-
sure. Turning the knob clockwise increases air pres-
sure at the outlet; turning counterclockwise reduces air
pressure at the outlet.
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Following all safety precautions in this manual and the
manufacturer’s instructions in the air tool manual, you
may now proceed to use your air-powered tool.
WARNING:
Your tool may require more air consumption than this
air compressor is capable of providing. Check the tool
manual to avoid damage to the tool or risk of personal
injury.
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If using an inflation accessory, control the amount of air
flow with the pressure regulator knob. Turning the knob
fully counterclockwise will completely stop the flow of
air.
NOTE:
Always use the minimum amount of pressure
necessary for your application. Using a higher pressure
than needed will drain air from the tank more rapidly
and cause the unit to cycle on more frequently.
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When finished, always drain the tank and unplug the
unit. Never leave the unit plugged in and/or running
unattended.
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
AIR
CHUCK
1/4 in. NPT
MALE CONNECTOR
HOSE WITH
QUICK COUPLER
ATTACHED
HOSE WITH QUICK
COUPLER ATTACHED
INFLATION ADAPTER INSTALLED
ON MALE CONNECTOR FITTING
INFLATION
ACCESSORIES
