OPERATION
DRAINING THE TANK
See Figures 10 - 11.
To help prevent tank corrosion and keep moisture out of the air used, the tank of the compressor should be drained daily.
A correct use of the drain valve:
Verify that the compressor is turned off.
Holding the handle, tilt the compressor toward the drain valve so that it’s set in a lower position.
Open the drain valve completely.
Keep the compressor tilted (figure 11) until all moisture has been removed.
Drain moisture from tank into a suitable container. NOTE: Condensate is a polluting material and should be disposed of in compliance with local regulations.
If drain valve is clogged, release all air pressure by pulling the safety valve. Remove and clean valve, then reinstall.
WARNING:
Unplug the air compressor and release all air from the tank before servicing. Failure to depressurize tank before attempting to remove valve may cause serious personal injury.
Turn off drain valve until completely closed.
CHECKING THE SAFETY VALVE
See Figure 12.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to tamper with safety valve. Anything loosened from this device could fly up and hit you. Failure to heed this warning could result in death or serious personal injury.
The safety valve will automatically release air if the air receiver pressure exceeds the preset maximum. The valve should be checked before each day of use by pulling the ring by hand.
Turn the air compressor on and allow the tank to fill. The compressor will shut off when the pressure reaches the preset maximum.
Turn the air compressor off.
Pull the ring on the safety valve to release air for twenty seconds.
Release the ring. Air must immediately stop escaping when the ring is released. Any continued loss of air after releasing the safety valve ring indicates a problem with the safety valve. Discontinue use and seek service before continued use of the air compressor.
DRAIN VALVE | Fig. 10 |
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DRAIN VALVE
Fig. 11
SAFETY
VALVE
Fig. 12
WARNING:
If air leaks after the ring has been released, or if the valve is stuck and cannot be actuated by the ring, Do Not use the air compressor until the safety valve has been replaced. Use of the air compressor in this condition could result in serious personal injury.
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