INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
Location of the Air Compressor
Your compressor comes to you completely assembled and ready for use. Operate the air compressor in a dry, clean, cool and well ventilated area. The air compressor pump and case are designed to allow for proper cooling. Clean or blow off dust or dirt that collects on the air compressor. A clean air compressor runs cooler and provides longer service. The ventilation openings on your air compressor are necessary to maintain proper operat- ing temperature. Do not place rags or other containers on or near these openings.
Voltage and Circuit Protection
See specification chart on page 5.
Extension Cords
Use extra air hose instead of an extension cord to avoid voltage drop and power loss to the motor.
If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is:
•a
•in good condition
•no longer than 50 feet
•14 gauge (AWG) or larger. (Wire size increases as gauge number decreases.) 12 AWG, 10 AWG and 8 AWG may also be used. DO NOT USE 16 OR 18 AWG.
Grounding Instructions
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! IN THE EVENT OF A SHORT CIRCUIT, GROUNDING REDUCES THE RISK OF SHOCK BY PROVIDING AN ES- CAPE WIRE FOR THE ELECTRIC CURRENT. THIS AIR COMPRESSOR MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.
The air compressor is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be used with an outlet that has been installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. The outlet must have the same configuration as the plug. See illustration. DO NOT USE AN ADAPT-
ER.
Inspect the plug and cord before each use. Do not use if there are signs of damage.
IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
Do not modify the plug that has been provided. If it does not fit the available outlet, the correct outlet should be installed by a qualified electrician.
If repairing or replacing cord or plug, the grounding wire must be kept separate from the
If these grounding instructions are not completely under- stood, or if in doubt as to whether the compressor is properly grounded, have the installation checked by a qualified electrician.
Additional Regulators and
Controls
Since the air tank pressure is usually greater than that which is needed, a separate regulator is usually employed to control the air pressure ahead of any individual air driven device.
Separate air transformers which combine the function of air regulation, moisture and dirt removal should be used where applicable.
NOTE
It is not uncommon for the air tank to contain some water from the testing of the tank at the factory.
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