WHEN SPRAYING LACQUER OR OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, THERE IS A
DANGER OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION. SPRAYING AREAMUST BE WELL-VENTILATED AND AWAY
FROM ANYOPEN FLAME. DO NOT SMOKE. LOCATE COMPRESSOR MAXIMUM DISTANCE
FROM SPRAYING AREA. TO MINIMIZE RISK OF ELECTRICALSHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO
RAIN. STORE INDOORS.
SAFETY VALVE –The safety valve is set to avoid over pressurization of the air tanks. It is present at
140 PSIG and will not function unless tank pressure reaches this pressure. DO NOTATTEMPT TO
ADJUSTOR ELIMINATE THIS SAFETY DEVICE.
DO NOTPERFORM WELDING OPERATIONS ON THE AIR TANK OF THIS
COMPRESSOR. WELDING ON THE AIR COMPRESSOR TANK CAN SEVERELYIMPAIR TANK
STRENGTH AND CAUSE AN EXTREMELYHAZARDOUS CONDITION. WELDING ON THE TANK IN
ANYMANNER WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
ASSEMBLY CAP1560
1. Remove the air compressor from the box and inspect the unit for any damaged or defective parts.
Have any damaged components repaired or replaced before operation.
2. Attach the two wheels using the bolts and nuts provided. Tighten the nuts with a wrench.
3. Attach the front rubber foot pad using the screw, washer, and nut provided. Be careful not to over
tighten the bolt.
4. Screw a _" MPT (male pipe thread) quick disconnect air coupler into the air outlet on the regulator.
Be sure to wrap the threads of the coupler with Teflon tape to prevent leakage.
5. Attach an airline to the quick disconnect air coupler and your BOSTITCH air compressor is now
ready for use.
NOTICE:Use only the recommended extension cord to ensure the proper operation of the air
compressor. The use of a non-recommended extension cord can result in the loss of voltage supplied
to the compressor. This situation could prevent the air compressor from starting. For optimum performance
increase the length of the airline rather than using an extension cord.
Less than 25 Ft. 14 Gauge
25 - 50 Ft. 12 Gauge
Longer than 50 Ft. Not Recommended

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NOTICE: To aid in removal and to prevent breakage of the

tee or other fittings:

When removing the fitting(s) from the tank, it may

be necessary to apply heat to the area of the threads.

– USE CAUTION WHEN APPLYING HEAT –

ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product should be electrically grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding
reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an escape wire for electrical current. This product is
equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances. This product is shipped for use on a nominal 115 volt, and has a grounding plug that looks
like the plug in illustration A. Atemporary adapter, which looks like the adapter illustrated in illustration
B, may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in illustration B if a properly
grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a qualified electrician
can install a properly grounded outlet (Illustration A). The green colored rigid lug, or wire extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box
cover (Illustrations B & C). Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place by a metal screw.
IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF THE GROUNDING PLUG CAN RESULTIN ARISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK. If a repair or replacement cord is necessary, do not connect the grounding wire to
either flat blade terminal. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are
not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether this 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.
The motor of this compressor has a thermal overload protector in the motor winding. If the motor should
overheat, the overload protector will shut off the motor. When the temperature returns to normal, the
motor will restart automatically.
NOTICE! Do not stop the compressor by pulling out the plug. Use only the ON/OFF switch, which
operates a pressure relief valve on the compressor. If the compressor is plugged in with the switch in
the on position, the compressor may have trouble restarting against the high pressure causing
excessive heat build up which could damage the motor.
ELECTRIC UNITS OPERATION
1. Inspect compressor for any damaged components. Have any damaged components repaired or
replaced before operation.
2. Attach airline
3. Plug the unit into a properly grounded outlet.
4. Pull the ON/OFF switch up to the on position. The unit will start and the tank will begin to fill.
5. Adjust the pressure regulator to the proper pressure setting required for the air tool. The pressure
setting can be viewed by reading the needle position on the regulator gauge. To operate the regulator,
pull up on the knob to unlock. Turning the knob clockwise reduces the regulated air pressure, while
turning counter clockwise increases the air pressure. When the proper pressure is reached, lock the
knob by pushing it down.
CAUTION Risk Bursting – Do not adjust regulator to result in output pressure greater than marked
maximum pressure of attachment.
6. The unit is now ready for operation and will cycle itself on and off to keep the tank pressure
maintained as the air is consumed.
7. Shut the unit off by pushing the pressure switch knob to the off position. Never shut the unit off by
unplugging the cord. This will not activate the pump pressure unloader valve, making restarting
difficult.
GROUNDING PIN
GROUNDING
MEANS
COVER OF
GROUNDED
OUTLETBOX
METALSCREW
GROUNDING PIN
A
D
C
B

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