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Inflating Products Without a Valve Stem Using the Compressor
Inflation of other items requires use of one of the adapters (nozzles).
1. Insert appropriate adapter (e.g. needle) into the connector (chuck) on the Air
Compressor Hose and close thumb latch.
2. Insert adapter (e.g. needle) into item to inflate.
3. Slide the Air Compressor/OFF/Inflator Switch to COMPRESSOR.
4. Refer to the following table for approximate filling pressure and time. Small items
such as volleyballs, footballs, etc. inflate very rapidly.
5. Monitor the pressure gauge. When desired pressure is reached, slide the Air
Compressor/OFF/Inflator Switch to OFF; open thumb latch and remove
connector from valve stem.
6. Remove adapter from item and store properly.
Typical Inflation Times
Inflation pressure (psi)
Approx. Filling time
Vehicle and trailer tires
155/80R 13"
26
2.5 min.
185/70R 14"
30
4.5 min.
235/75R 16"
30
6.5 min.
235/70R 17"
42
16 min.
Bicycle tires
27" X 1" (racing)
90
40 sec.
Football 13
24
sec.
Basketball 10
20
sec.
Volleyball 5
6
sec.
WARNING
Always follow tire manufacturer’s recommendations for pressure on
item to be inflated.
Note:
Thermo-protection device shuts down the unit when the unit overheats and
restarts once the unit has reached a safe operating temperature (usually 15
minutes).
Using the Inflator/Deflator
Inflating
1. Locate the inflation valve on your product and open it.
2. Fasten the Inflator/Deflator Hose (stored in the accessory bag on the side of the
unit) to the
Inflator Port
.
3. Attach the appropriate nozzle to the free end of the Inflator/Deflator Hose.
4. Slide the Air Compressor/OFF/Inflator Switch to INFLATOR (bottom position).
5. When product is fully inflated, turn the Air Compressor/OFF/Inflator Switch to
OFF, remove hose from valve and close the valve.
Deflating
1. Open the valve on your product completely to release air.
2. Fasten the Inflator/Deflator Hose (stored in the accessory bag on the side of the
unit) to the
Deflator Port
.
3. Attach the appropriate nozzle to the free end of the Inflator/Deflator Hose.
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USING THE 2-LED AREA LIGHT
The 2-LED Area Light is operated by the LED Area Light ON/OFF
Pushbutton located to the right of the Area Light on the front of
the unit (directly above the Spotlight).
USING THE 12 VOLT DC ACCESSORY OUTLET
The 12 volt DC accessory outlet powers any DC appliance that does
not exceed 5 amps. Flip up the accessory outlet cover and insert the
appliance’s DC plug. Close the cover after use.
USING THE AIR COMPRESSOR/INFLATOR
The built-in 12 volt DC Air Compressor is the ultimate inflator for all vehicle tires,
trailer tires and sports inflatables. The attached Air Compressor Hose with standard
tire valve connector (chuck) is located in the rear storage compartment and the three
different sized nozzles are stored in the detachable accessory bag.
Each nozzle clips on the end of the standard tire valve connector attached to the free
end of the air compressor hose.
The Inflator/Deflator is useful for quickly inflating and deflating such items as air
mattresses, pool toys, etc. The detached Inflator/Deflator Hose connects to either the
Inflator or Deflator port on the side of the unit. The Inflator/Deflator Hose is stored in
the detachable accessory bag.
WARNING
The air compressor is capable of inflating up to 150 pounds per square
inch (psi). To avoid overinflating, carefully follow instructions on
articles to be inflated. Never exceed recommended pressures. Always
check pressure with the pressure gauge. Never leave the Air
Compressor/Inflator unattended while in use. Bursting articles can
cause serious injury.
CAUTION
Do not operate the Air Compressor/Inflator continuously for extended
periods of time (approx. 15 minutes, depending on the ambient
temperature), as it may overheat. In such event, the Air
Compressor/Inflator will shut down and can be restarted after
a cooling period of approximately 15 minutes.
Inflating Products With a Valve Stem Using the Compressor
1. Place the standard connector (chuck) of the Air Compressor Hose on the valve
stem.
2. Push connector toward valve stem and close thumb latch.
Note: Make sure connector is pushed onto valve stem as far as possible
before closing thumb latch.
3. Slide Air Compressor/OFF/Inflator Switch to COMPRESSOR.
4. Monitor the pressure gauge. When desired pressure is reached, slide the Air
Compressor/OFF/Inflator Switch to OFF; open thumb latch and remove
connector from valve stem.
5. Store the Air Compressor Hose in storage compartment.
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