Central Pneumatic 26 GAL oilless air compressor, Owner'S Manual & Safety Instructions

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Operating Instructions

  Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this 

manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Compressor Area Set Up

1.  Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.  

The work area must not allow access by 

children or pets to prevent injury.

2.  Locate the Compressor on a flat level surface to 

ensure proper pump lubrication and to prevent 

damage to the unit.  Keep at least 12″ of space 

around the unit to allow air circulation.

3.  Route the power cord from the compressor 

to the grounded wall outlet, along a safe path 

without creating a tripping hazard or exposing 

the power cord to possible damage.

General Operation

1.  Close the Drain Valve.

2.  Close the in-line Shutoff Valve between 

the compressor and the air hose.

3.  Plug the Air Compressor Power Cord into 

a grounded 120 V~ electrical outlet.

4.  Turn the Power Switch ON.

5.  Allow the Air Compressor to build 

up pressure until it cycles off.

Note:

 At the beginning of the day’s first use of the 

Air Compressor, check for air leaks by applying soapy 

water to connections while the Air Compressor is 

pumping and after pressure cut-out.  Look for air bubbles.  

If air bubbles are present at connections, tighten 

connections.  Do not use the Air Compressor 

unless all connections are air tight, the extra air 

leaking out will cause the compressor to operate 

too often, increasing wear on the compressor.

Note:

 As long as the Power Switch is ON, the operation 

of the Air Compressor is automatic, controlled by an 

internal pressure switch.  The Compressor will turn on 

automatically when the air pressure drops to 125 PSI, 

and will turn off automatically when the 

air pressure reaches 150 PSI.   

WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS 

INJURY AND DEATH FROM EXPLOSION:

Do not adjust the internal 

pressure switch.  

Any change to the 

automatic pressure levels may cause 

excess pressure to accumulate, 

causing a hazardous situation.

6.  Adjust the Regulator Knob so that the air output is 

enough to properly power the tool, but the output 

will not exceed the tool’s maximum air pressure 

at any time.  Turn the knob clockwise to increase 

the pressure and counter-clockwise to decrease 

pressure.  Adjust the pressure gradually, while 

checking the air output gauge to set the pressure.

7.  Make sure the air tool’s throttle or switch is in the 

off position.  Connect the air tool to the air hose.

8.  Open the in-line Shutoff Valve.

9.  Use the air tool as needed.

10. After the job is complete, turn the Power Switch OFF.

11.  Unplug the Air Compressor.

12. Close the in-line Shutoff Valve.

13. Bleed air from the tool then disconnect the tool.

14. Turn the Drain Valve, at the bottom of the Tank, 

two turns to release any built-up moisture and the 

internal tank pressure.  Close the valve after moisture 

has drained out.  Do not remove the Drain Valve.

15. Clean, then store the Air Compressor indoors.

Emergency Depressurization

If it is necessary to quickly 

depressurize

 the Compressor, turn the Power Switch OFF.  

Then, pull on the ring on the Safety Valve to quickly release stored air pressure.

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