INSTALLATION
HOW TO SET UP YOUR UNIT
Location of the Air Compressor
Locate the air compressor in a clean, dry and well ventilated area. The air compressor should be located at least 12" away from the wall or other obstructions that will interfere with the flow of air. The air compres- sor pump and shroud are designed to allow for proper cooling. The ventilation openings on the compressor are necessary to maintain proper operating tempera- ture. Do not place rags or other containers on or near these openings.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK. In the event of a
short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This air compressor must be properly grounded.
The portable air compressor is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate ground- ing plug (see following illustrations). The plug must be used with an outlet that has been installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordi- nances.
1.The cord set and plug with this unit contains a grounding pin. This plug MUST be used with a grounded outlet.
IMPORTANT: The outlet being used must be installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
2.Make sure the outlet being used has the same configuration as the grounded plug. DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER. See illustration.
4.If these grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the com- pressor is properly grounded, have the installation checked by a qualified electrician.
IMPROPER GROUNDING
CAN RESULT IN ELEC-
TRICAL SHOCK.
Do not modify the plug provided. If it does not fit the available outlet, a correct outlet should be installed by a qualified electri- cian.
Repairs to the cord set or plug MUST be made by a qualified electrician.
Extension Cords
Use extra air hose instead of an extension cord to avoid voltage drop and power loss to the motor, and to prevent overheating.
If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is:
•a
•in good condition
•no longer than 50 feet
•12 gauge (AWG) or larger. (Wire size increases as gauge number decreases. 10 AWG and 8 AWG may also be used. DO NOT USE 14 OR 16 AWG.)
Voltage and Circuit Protection
Refer to the Parts Manual for the voltage and mini- mum branch circuit requirements.
Certain air compressors can be operated on a 15 amp circuit if the following conditions are met.
Plug
Grounding Pin
Grounded Outlets
1.Voltage supply through branch circuit is 15 amps.
2.Circuit is not used to supply any other electrical needs (lights, appliances, etc.).
3.Extension cords comply with specifications.
4.Circuit is equipped with a 15 amp circuit breaker or 15 amp time delay fuse. NOTE: If compressor is connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use only time delay fuses marked “D”.
3.Inspect the plug and cord before each use. Do not use if there are signs of damage.
If any of the above conditions cannot be met, or if operation of the compressor repeatedly causes inter- ruption of the power, it may be necessary to operate it from a 20 amp circuit. It is not necessary to change the cord set.
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