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Drain Valve: The drain valve is located at the base of the air tank and is used to drain condensation at the end of each use.
Check Valve: When the air compressor is operating, the check valve is "open", allowing compressed air to enter
the air tank. When the air compressor reaches
Pressure Release Valve: The pressure release valve located on the side of the pressure switch, is designed to automatically release compressed air from the compressor head and the outlet tube when the air compressor reaches
Motor Overload Protector (not shown): The motor has an automatic reset thermal overload protector. If the motor overheats for any reason, the overload protector will shut off the motor. The motor must be allowed to cool down before restarting. The compressor will automatically restart after the motor cools.
Air Intake Filter (not shown): This filter is designed to clean air coming into the pump. This filter must always be clean and ventilation openings free from obstructions. See "Maintenance".
How to Use Your Unit
How to Stop:
1.Set the On/Auto/Off lever to "Off".
Before Starting
Risk of Unsafe Operation. Serious damage may result if the following
This procedure is required before the air compressor is put into service and when the check valve or a complete compressor pump has been replaced.
1.Make sure the On/Auto/Off lever is in the "Off" position.
2.Check oil level in pump. See "Oil" paragraph in the "Maintenance" section for instructions.
NOTE: Pull coupler back until it clicks to prevent air from escaping through the quick connect.
3.Plug the power cord into the correct branch circuit receptacle. (Refer to "Voltage and Circuit Protection" paragraph in the "Installation" section of this manual.)
4.Open the drain valve
5.Move the On/Auto/Off lever to "On/Auto" position. The compressor will start.
6.Run the compressor for 20 minutes. Make sure the drain valve is open and there is minimal air pressure
7.After 20 minutes, close the drain valve by turning clockwise. The air receiver will fill to
The compressor is now ready for use.
15- ENG | A10260 |