assemblY aND locatioN of tHe air compressor
Your compressor requires minor assembly. Install the air filter (A) Fig.3 to the
pump casting as shown. Insert the muffler tube (B) into the muffler.
Operate the air compressor in a dry, clean, cool, well ventilated area. The air
compressor pump and case are designed to allow for proper cooling. Clean or
blow off dust or dirt that collects on the air compressor. A clean air compressor
runs cooler and provides longer service. The ventilation openings on your air
compressor are necessary to maintain proper operating temperature. Do not
place rags or other containers on or near these openings.
aDDitioNal regulators aND coNtrols
Since the air tank pressure is usually greater than that which is needed, an air
pressure regulator is employed to control the air pressure ahead of any
individual driven device. Separate air transformers which combine the function
of air regulation, moisture and dirt removal should be used where applicable.
operatioN coNtrols
oN/auto-off sWitcH (a) fig.4.
Turn this switch ON to provide power to
the automatic pressure switch and OFF to remove power at the end of each use.
pressure sWitcH (b) fig.4.
The pressure switch automatically starts the
motor when the tank pressure drops below the factory set “Cut-In” pressure. It
also stops the motor when the air tank pressure reaches the factory set “Cut-
Out” pressure.
asme safetY ValVe (c) fig.4.
If the pressure switch does not shut off the
air compressor at its cutout pressure setting, the safety valve will protect against
high pressure by “popping out” at its factory set pressure (slightly higher than
the pressure switch cut-out setting).
WarNiNg!
: If the safety valve does not work properly, over pressurization may
occur, causing air tank rupture or an explosion. Daily pull the ring on the safety
valve to make sure that the safety valve operates freely. If the valve is stuck or
does not operate smoothly, it must be replaced with the same ASME type of
valve.
cHecK ValVe (a) fig.5.
When the air compressor is operating, the check
valve is “open”, allowing compressed air to enter the air tank. When the air
compressor reaches its “Cut-Out” pressure, the check valve “closes”, allowing
air pressure to remain inside the air tank.
regulator (a) fig.6.
The air pressure coming from the air tank is controlled
by the regulator. Turn the regulator knob clockwise to increase pressure or
counterclockwise to decrease pressure.
“oNe toucH” 1/4” quicK release coupler (b) fig.6.
Connect an air
hose with a 1/4” male coupler installed and connect it with a female quick
release coupler.
taNK pressure gauge (c) fig.6.
The tank pressure gauge indicates the
reserve air pressure in the tank.
outlet pressure gauge (D) fig.6.
The outlet pressure gauge indicates
the air pressure available at the outlet side of the regulator. The pressure is
controlled by the regulator and is always less than or equal to the tank
pressure.
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figure 6
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