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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before First Start-Up Break-In Procedure
(Complete this procedure before using compressor for the first time. Once completed, it is not necessary to
repeat.)
1. Open drain valve located on bottom of tank.
2. Turn
ON / OFF
switch to
OFF
position.
3. Plug in power cord.
4. Turn
ON / OFF
switch to
ON
position and run compressor for 30 minutes.
5. Turn
ON / OFF
switch to
OFF
position.
6. Unplug power cord.
7. Close drain valve.
The compressor is now ready for use.
Operating Procedure
1. Turn switch to
OFF
position and plug in power cord.
2. Turn regulator knob counterclockwise to close air flow.
3. Turn switch to
AUTO
position.
4. Compressor will build to maximum pressure and shut off.
5. With hose attached to outlet of compressor, attach tire chuck or other tool to open end of hose.
6. Adjust regulator to proper pressure for tool or tire. Operate tool per instructions.
As air is depleted from the tank by use of a tire chuck, tool, etc., the compressor will restart automatically
at its preset “cut-in” pressure. When a tool is being used continuously, the compressor will cycle on and off
automatically.
7. Turn switch to
OFF
position, unplug power cord and drain tank of air when finished using compressor.
MOISTURE IN COMPRESSED AIR
Moisture in compressed air will form into droplets as it comes from an air compressor pump. When
humidity is high or when a compressor is in continuous use for an extended period of time, this
moisture will collect in the tank. When using a paint spray or sandblast gun, this water will be carried
from the tank through the hose, and out of the gun as droplets mixed with the spray material.
IMPORTANT:
This condensation will cause water spots in a paint job, especially when spraying other
than water based paints. If sandblasting, it will cause the sand to cake and clog the gun, rendering it
ineffective.
A filter in the air line, located as near to the gun as possible, will help eliminate this moisture.
