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Gasoline Air Compressor Manual
staRt-uP:
1. Read safety warnings before performing operation.
2. Flip the toggle on top of the Pilot Valve to the upright position. This provides a loadless start. The air
compressor will unload and allow easier engine start-up.
3. Start the engine. (Refer to the Engine Manual accompanying this unit.)
4. When the engine has run for 1-2 minutes, flip toggle back to the original position.
5. Units with a pressure regulator: set pressure by adjusting the Pressure Regulator counterclockwise for less
pressure and clockwise for more pressure.
6. If you notice any unusual noise or vibration, stop the air compressor and refer to "Troubleshooting".
shutDown:
1. To stop the air compressor, move the Engine Switch to the "Off" position. (Refer to the Engine Manual
accompanying this unit.)
2. Drain air from the air tank by releasing air with an attached air tool or by pulling on the Safety Relief
Valve.
3. Once the Air Tank Pressure is under 10 pounds, open the drain valve under the air tank to drain any
moisture.
4. Allow the air compressor to cool down.
5. Wipe air compressor clean and store in a safe, non-freezing area.
MaIntenance
Read the instruction manual before performing maintenance. The following procedures must be performed
when stopping the air compressor for maintenance or service.
1. Turn off air compressor.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire from engine.
3. Open all drains.
4. Wait for the air compressor to cool before starting service.
OPERATION
