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equipped with a power supply cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate ground-
ing plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are
not completely understood, or if you are not sure whether the product is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet, have the
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Model that is permanently wired: This compressor must be connected to a grounded,
metallic, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding terminal or lead on the
compressor.
Power supply wiring must conform to all required safety codes and be installed by a
qualified person. Check that all supply voltage agrees with that listed on compressor
name plate.
Extension Cords: Use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug.
Connect extension cord plug to a matching 3-slot receptacle. Do not use an adapter.
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Check that the gage wire of the ex-
tension cord is the correct size wire to carry the current this compressor will draw.
Do not exceed 100' with minimum 12 gage wire (only up to 10 amps) for extension cords.
An undersized cord is a potential fire hazard and will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power, causing compressor to overheat. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage
cord. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the wire gage.
OPERATION:
WARNING! Injury Hazard. Install proper safety guards as needed. Keep fingers
and objects away from openings and rotating parts. When provided, motor termi-
nal covers must be in place for safe operation. Product surfaces become very hot during
operation, allow surfaces to cool before handling. Air stream from product may contain
solid or liquid material that can result in eye or skin damage, wear proper eye protection.
Wear hearing protection. Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns, eye injury,
or other serious injury.
It is your responsibility to operate this compressor at recommended pressures or vacuum
duties and room ambient temperatures.
START UP: If motor fails to start or slows down significantly under load, shut off and
disconnect from power supply. Check that the supply voltage is correct and verify motor
is turning in the proper direction. Check plug, cord and switch for damage. If the thermal
protection switch has tripped, the motor can restart after cooling.
MAINTENANCE:
WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard. Disconnect electrical power supply
before performing maintenance. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING! Injury Hazard. Product surfaces become very hot during operation,
allow surfaces to cool before handling. Air stream from product may contain solid
or liquid material that can result in eye or skin damage, wear proper eye protection. Wear
hearing protection. Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns, eye injury, or
other serious injury.
