Warning. The air filter must be added before first use. Failure to fit the air filter will damage the compressor and will void the warranty.
4.Remove the plastic air filter plug from the head of the compressor.
5.Carefully screw the air filter assembly (16) into the threaded hole taking care not to cross the thread.
6. Tighten firmly by hand only.
Pre-start routine
1.Ensure that the location for the compressor is clean, dry and well ventilated.
2.Ensure the crank case has been filled with oil and is at the correct level, and the air filter has been fitted.
3.Open the direct output valve (4) and the regulated output valve (7).
Open the valve by sliding the outer sleeve fully forward. To close the valve, slide the outer sleeve backward towards the compressor.
4.Start the compressor by following the procedure in the section “To start and stop the compressor”. For the first time of operation, run the compressor for 10 min with no load to ensure all parts are well lubricated.
Warning. Be aware that presurised air will be discharged from the two outlets and care should be taken that this discharge is not directed towards you the operator, or other persons within the area.
To start & stop the compressor
1.Check the rating label on the compressor indicates 230V–240V.
2.Plug in the mains cable of the compressor to a standard 240V houshold power point and turn on.
3.To start the compressor, lift the On/Off switch (3) on the pressure switch cover (2).
4.To stop the compressor, push the On/Off switch
(3) down.
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