Glossary of Terms (Continued)
Line Pressure Gauge
Displays the current line pressures. It is regulated by the regulator knob.
Specific psi at which a compressor starts and stops while refilling the air tank.
Unpacking and Checking Contents
Getting to Know Your Air Compressor
2 Pressure Tank
Gauge
1Regulated Outlet Gauge
1.Remove the air compressor from the carton.
2.Place the compressor on a secure, stationary work surface and look it over carefully.
!WARNING
Do not operate unit if damaged during shipping, handling or use. Damage may result in bursting and cause injury or property damage.
!WARNING
For your own safety, never operate unit until all assembly steps are complete and until you have read and understood the entire operator’s manual.
!WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, if any parts are missing, do not attempt to operate the air com- pressor until the missing parts are obtained and installed cor- rectly.
3 Regulator
Knob
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Figure 3 |
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1. Regulated Outlet Gauge | 2. Tank Pressure Gauge |
Installation
1.Check and tighten all bolts, fittings, etc., before operating compressor.
2.Operate compressor in a ventilated area so that compressor may be properly cooled.
3.Compressor should be located where it can be directly plugged into an out- let. An extension cord should not be used with this unit.
4.To avoid loss of power and overheat- ing, additional air hose must be used to reach work area instead of exten- sion cords.
1. This gauge shows | Gauge shows pressure in air receiver |
pressure at outlet. Air pressure is | indicating compressor is building pres- |
measured in pounds per square inch | sure properly. |
(PSI). Most tools have maximum pres- |
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sure ratings. Never exceed the maxi- |
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mum pressure rating of the tool you |
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are using. |
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2. Be sure this gauge reads ZERO |
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before changing air tools or discon- |
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necting hose from outlet. |
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