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the oil appears in the 

middle of the circle

 in the Oil Sight Gauge.  

(See Figure C.)

3.

If the oil level is below the middle of the circle in the Oil Window (part #22), 

UN-

SCREW

 

(do not pull)

 the Oil Cap (part #23) out of the Oil Fill Hole.  Next, add oil

into the Oil Fill Hole until the level of oil reaches the middle of the circle as indi-
cated in the Oil Window.  Do not overfill.  Then screw the Oil Cap back onto the
Oil Fill Hole, being careful not to strip the plastic threads.

(See Figure C.)

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OIL

WINDOW

(#22)

OIL CAP

(#23)

FRONT VIEW

SIDE VIEW

FIGURE C

4.

CAUTION: ALWAYS make sure the crankcase of the Gasoline Engine
(part #25) is filled to the proper level with a 

premium quality, 30-weight,

non-detergent engine oil

 prior to starting the engine.  Failure to do so will

result in damage to the Air Compressor and void its warranty.  

Refer to the

engine manufacturer’s instruction manual for further information.

5.

Check to make sure the Drain Plugs on both Air Tanks (part #39) are fully closed.

(See Figures D, and E.)

TYPICAL DRAIN PLUGS

1/4” HEX

PIPE

FIGURE D

6.

Turn the Tool Pressure Valve (part #13) 

clockwise

 all the way to allow com-

pressed air to build up in the Air Tanks (part #39).  

(See Figure B.)

Summary of Contents for 04169

Page 1: ...o CA 93011 Visit our Web site at http www harborfreight com Copyright 2003 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ...

Page 2: ...r wet work areas invite injuries 2 KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA Do not allow children to handle this product 3 STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT When not in use tools and equipment should be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust Always lock up tools and equipment and keep out of reach of children 4 DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS Read warning labels on prescriptions t...

Page 3: ...acement parts Only use accessories intended for use with this product Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools 12 MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE Keep this product clean and dry for better and safer performance 13 MAINTENANCE For your safety service and maintenance should be performed regularly by a qualified technician 14 USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB Do not attempt to force ...

Page 4: ...VER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR OR MODIFY THE AIR COMPRESSOR TANKS part 39 Welding drilling or any other modification will weaken the Tanks resulting in damage from rupture or explosion Always replace worn cracked or damage Tanks 10 NEVER OPERATE THE AIR COMPRESSOR WITHOUT ITS SAFETY COVER part 31 ATTACHED AND IN GOOD WORKING ORDER Air Compressor scan start automatically without warning Personal injury and ...

Page 5: ...RESSOR WITH KNOWN LEAKS IN THE FUEL SYSTEM 19 NEVER STORE FUEL OR OTHER FLAMMABLE MATERIALS NEAR THE AIR COMPRESSOR 20 WARNING CARBON MONOXIDE CAN CAUSE SEVERE NAUSEA FAINTING OR DEATH DO NOT OPERATE THE AIR COMPRESSOR INSIDE A CLOSED BUILDING OR A POORLY VENTILATED AREA 21 FIRE AND EXPLOSION DANGER AVOID CONTACT WITH HOT FUEL OIL AND EXHAUST FUMES 22 PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO NOISE LEVELS ABOVE 85 dB...

Page 6: ...LY COOL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY INSPECTION MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING PROCEDURES ON THE UNIT 30 WARNING This product contains or produces a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm California Health Safety Code 25249 5 et seq SKU 04169 PAGE 6 REV 09 03 TO PNEUMATIC TOOL EQUIPMENT TO AIR COMPRESSOR OUTLET LINE OILER WATER FILTER NOTINCLUDED F...

Page 7: ...e Air Compressor Make sure Front Wheel rolls properly with no wobble Make sure the Handles are securely in place OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 CAUTION ALWAYS make sure the Air Compressor is filled to the proper level with a premium quality 30 weight non detergent compressor oil prior to turning on the machine Failure to do so will result in damage to the Air Compressor and void its warranty 2 To check ...

Page 8: ... REV 09 03 OIL WINDOW 22 OIL CAP 23 FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW FIGURE C 4 CAUTION ALWAYS make sure the crankcase of the Gasoline Engine part 25 is filled to the proper level with a premium quality 30 weight non detergent engine oil prior to starting the engine Failure to do so will result in damage to the Air Compressor and void its warranty Refer to the engine manufacturer s instruction manual for furt...

Page 9: ...e air pressure being forwarded to the pneumatic tool you will need to compare the pressure readings of both the Tanks Pressure Gauge part 27 and the outlet Pressure Gauge part 12 The reading on the Tanks Pressure Gauge dictates the maximum air pressure at which the outlet Pressure Gauge may be set See Figure E 12 With the Air Compressor running and the air hose and pneumatic tool hooked up to the ...

Page 10: ...t may affect the safe operation of this tool If abnormal noise or vibration occurs immediately release all pressure from the system and have the problem cor rected before further use Do not use damaged equipment The Drain Plugs are located underneath each Air Tank and should be used daily to release all trapped moisture that may cause Air Tank corrosion Slowly and carefully unscrew no more than fo...

Page 11: ... MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTUER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXP...

Page 12: ...SKU 04169 PAGE 12 REV 09 03 PARTS LIST Z 5 5 Z 5 X Z 8 Z Q Q Q Z See Briggs Stratton Engine Parts List and Assembly Diagram for available replacement parts ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 50 45 44 42 41 41 43 51 44 45 47 45 44 46 ...

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