Oil
WARNING. The air compressor must be filled with oil before first use.
To prevent possible spillage of oil during transport, the compressor oil is supplied in a separate container. It must be added to the compressor before turning the compressor on. Failure to add the oil will cause
1.Remove the plastic oil filling plug (14) located on the top of the crank case of the compressor housing.
2.Use the oil supplied to fill the crank case until the oil level as seen in the oil level glass (16) is up to the mid point of the red circle.
3.Replace the oil filling plug (14). Ensure the plug is fully fitted and firmly in position.
Air filter
WARNING. The air filter must be added before use.
Failure to fit the air filter will damage the compressor and will void the warranty.
1.To fit the air filter (15) you need to locate the inlet hole on the right side of the compressor housing then carefully hand tighten the thread of the air filter in a clockwise direction until tight.
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 regulated output valve (6). Open the valve by rotating the air tap (17) so it is in line with the air outlet (refer to the OPEN picture).
To close the valve, rotate the air tap so it is facing to the right or the left side of the air valve
(refer to the CLOSED picture). OPEN
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 minutes with no load and with the outlet valve open to ensure all
parts are well lubricated. | CLOSED |
WARNING. Be aware that
pressurised air will be discharged from the outlet 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
2.Plug in the mains cable of the compressor to a standard 240V household power point and turn on.
3.To start the compressor, push the On/Off lever (3) downward so that the lever is in the horizontal position.
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