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NEVER OPERATE THE AIR COMPRESSOR WITHOUT
THE BREATHER/OIL FILLER PLUG.
WARNING:
Hot surfaces. Risk of burn. Tubes,
pump head, and surrounding
parts are very hot, do not touch.
Allow compressor to cool prior to
servicing.
NOTE:
Use synthetic blend non-detergent air compressor oil.
E) Make sure all guards and covers are in place and
securely mounted.
TRANSPORT
Turn o
ff
the engine switch before move the compressor.
Transport the compressor in the correct manner.
Keep the engine level when transporting to reduce the
possibility of fuel leakage. Move the fuel valve lever to the
OFF position (refer to the Engine Manual accompanying this
unit).
WARNING:
Unit weighs more than 159 lbs
(72 kg). Do not move or lift without
assistance.
Lifting the compressor is a two-
man operation requiring the
assistance of another person.
The compressor is lifted by
gripping hand holds A and B.
(Fig. 5)
A
B
Fig. 5
WARNING:
Ensure proper footing and use
caution when rolling compressor
so that unit does not tip or cause
loss of balance.
NOTE: Use the handle to lift or carry the unit.
OPERATION
1. Start-up
A) Read safety warnings before performing operation.
B) When the toggle is in the ON position, all air from
this compressor is vented through the discharge
mu
ffl
er (Fig. 6).
This gives an easy start feature. For normal
operation, the toggle is in the OFF position (Fig. 7).
Discharge mu
ffl
er
Pilot valve
Toggle
(ON position)
Fig. 6
Toggle
(OFF position)
Fig. 7
C) Start engine (Refer to the Engine Manual accompanying
this unit).
D) The operation of this compressor is automatic and is
controlled by the pilot valve which idles it when the
pressure in the air-tank reaches the maximum level and
restarts it when the air pressure drops during use to the
restart level.
The pilot valve is preset by the manufacturer and must
not be modi
fi
ed in any way.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of burns, do not
touch the tubes, heads, cylinder
or mu
ffl
er. Never allow any part
of your body or other materials to
contact with any exposed metal
parts on this compressor. Never
allow any part of your body to
contact the mu
ffl
er or adjacent
areas.
WARNING:
If you notice any unusual noise or
vibration, stop this compressor.
CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal ear
protection during use. Under some
conditions and duration of use, noise
from this product may contribute to
hearing loss.
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