8
Compressor Operation
TO INFLATE PLASTIC INFLATABLES (BALLS,
AIR MATTRESSES, RUBBER RAFTS, ETC.):
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Remove the valve cap from the in
fl
atable valve stem.
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Connect the compressor air-hose nozzle (A) onto or into the
in
fl
atable valve stem (B) and turn the locking thumb-lever
(C) to the down position. Connect the appropriate valve
stem adapter (D) onto the air-hose nozzle (if needed).
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Ensure that the air-hose nozzle and the valve stem adapter (if
used) are properly seated onto/into the in
fl
atable valve stem.
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Insert the air-hose nozzle with the valve stem adapter (if needed)
into or onto the in
fl
atable air valve stem as far as practical.
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Press the compressor power switch (E) to the On [ I ] position.
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Monitor the pressure on the compressor air-pressure
gauge (F). When the desired pressure is reached, press the
compressor power switch to the Off [ O ] position. Unlock
the air-hose nozzle thumb-lever to the up position.
□
Recap the in
fl
atable air valve stem.
□
Stow the air-hose back into the device storage compartment (G).
TO INFLATE TIRES:
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Remove the valve cap from the tire air valve stem.
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Ensure that the air-hose nozzle locking thumb-lever is in
the up position. If necessary, use the valve stem adaptor.
□
Insert the compressor air-hose nozzle (A) onto the tire air valve
stem (B), make sure that the nozzle is pushed onto the tire
stem as far as possible and is seated properly. Press down the
locking-thumb lever (C) to engage as shown in the illustration.
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Press the compressor power switch (E) to the On [ I ] position.
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In the event that the tire is completely
fl
at, raise the vehicle
using a recommended rated jack and jack stands before
in
fl
ating the tire.
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Monitor pressure on the compressor air-pressure gauge
(F). It is recommended to use a separate air gauge to check
the actual tire in
fl
ation pressure.
□
Press the compressor power switch Off [ O ] when the
desired tire air pressure is reached.
□
Disconnect the air-hose nozzle from the tire valve stem
by lifting the locking thumb-lever to the Up position. (Also,
remove any air-hose nozzle adapter, if any).
□
Recap the tire air valve stem.
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Stow the air-hose back into the device storage compartment (G).
DC 12V
SOCKET
CAUTION:
Do not over in
fl
ate! Check item to be in
fl
ated for
manufacturer’s maximum recommended in
fl
ation pressure.
Most tires are properly in
fl
ated between 24-35 PSI. Some
truck & bicycle tires require 40 PSI or more.
E
G
F
C
B
Short
In
fl
atables Stem
Long
In
fl
atables Stem
Ball Stem
A
D
