RIDGID OL50135W manual Assembly

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FEATURES

KNOW YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR

See Figure 2.

Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

BUILT-IN CORD WRAP

A built-in cord wrap is provided for convenience in moving and storing the unit.

DRAIN VALVES

A drain valve is located on each tank for draining condensa- tion to help prevent tank corrosion.

HANDLE

The handle of your air compressor lifts up for use and folds down for storage or transportation.

PRESSURE REGULATOR KNOB

Use the pressure regulator knob to adjust the amount of air being delivered through the hose. Pressing down on the knob will lock it into place. This prevents movement of the knob caused by vibration during use.

REGULATOR PRESSURE GAUGE

The current line pressure is displayed on the regulator pres- sure gauge. This pressure can be adjusted by rotating the pressure regulator knob.

SAFETY VALVE

The safety valve is designed to automatically release air if the air receiver pressure exceeds the preset maximum.

TANK PRESSURE GAUGE

The tank pressure gauge indicates the pressure of the air in the tank.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product has been shipped completely assembled.

nCarefully remove the air compressor and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

nInspect the air compressor carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

nDo not discard the packing material until you have care- fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.

nIf any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Air Compressor

Oil Dipstick

Operator’s Manual

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this tool until the damaged or missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

INSTALLING THE DIPSTICK

See Figure 3.

To prevent oil from spilling during shipping, the air compres- sor has a plug installed in the oil fill hole. Before using the unit the first time, replace the plug with the oil fill dipstick and check the oil level.

nRemove the plug from the oil fill hole.

nInsert the dipstick into the oil fill hole.

nRemove the dipstick and check the oil level, making sure the oil registers between the MIN and MAX reference lev- els on the dipstick. If the level does not register between those areas, refer to Checking the Oil in the Operation section of this manual.

nReplace the dipstick.

OIL PLUG

DIPSTICK

OIL FILL

HOLE

Fig. 3

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual OIL Lubricated Direct DriveTable of Contents IntroductionPersonal Safety General Safety RulesElectrical Safety Work AreaSpecific Safety Rules ServiceSymbols Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATIONSymbol Signal Meaning Extension Cords Speed and WiringElectrical Grounding InstructionsNPT Glossary of TermsScfm Product Specifications FeaturesHandle BUILT-IN Cord Safety Wrap Valve Assembly Attaching a Hose Drain Valves Switch HoseBreaking in the Pump See Figures 4RAISING/LOWERING the Handle OperationApplications Handle Release Knob BUILT-IN Cord WrapSee Figures 8 Checking the OILOIL Dipstick OIL Fill Hole Cold Weather Starting Using the AIR CompressorSee Figures 10 Draining the Tanks Checking the Safety ValveTank Drain Valves Safety To drainGeneral Maintenance MaintenanceReplacing the AIR Filter Wheel Spacer HEX NUT Changing the OILSee Figures 15 OIL Fill Hole Drain Plug HEX KEYTroubleshooting Problem Cause SolutionTroubleshooting Page Warranty Customer Service Information Model No OL50135W Serial No