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ASSEMBLY

is responsible for providing a suitable foundation & rubber 
foot mounting where necessary.

HIGH ALTITUDE APPLICATIONS

Refer to the engine manufacturer’s recommendations for 
operation of engines at high altitudes.

   DANGER!

Under no circumstances should a compressor be 
used in an area where toxic, volatile, or corrosive 
agents are used or stored near the compressor.

   CAUTION!

Unusual noise or vibration indicates a problem. Do 
not operate the compressor until the source has been 
identified and corrected by a qualified technician.

Fig. 2

WASHER

SCREW

RUBBER FOOT

NUT

ASSEMBLING THE RUBBER FOOT

See Figure 2.

  Mount the rubber foot as shown in figure.

Tighten firmly with an open-end wrench (not included) 
to secure it in position.

Summary of Contents for 68140

Page 1: ...website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury SAVE THIS MANUAL For technical questions or replacement parts please c...

Page 2: ...eipt with purchase date for reference NOTICE 2 6 8LMW GSQTVIWWSV TYQT MW RSX IUYMTTIH ERH WLSYPH RSX FI YWIH XS WYTTP FVIEXLMRK UYEPMX EMV HHMXMSREP IUYMT QIRX SYPH FI RIGIWWEV XS TVSTIVP JMPXIV ERH T...

Page 3: ...ch is marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 Additional safety protection will be required in some environments For example the working area may include exposure to a noise level which can lead to hearing d...

Page 4: ...ompress tank and allow water to drain and allow air compressor to become cool to the touch before servicing Turn pressure regulator knob fully counter clockwise after shutting off compressor When serv...

Page 5: ...pable of providing Never use the compressor without guards belt guard and never touch moving parts SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Always follow all safety rules recommended by the manufacturer of your tool in...

Page 6: ...6 Do not adjust regulator to result in output pressure greater than marked maximum pressure of attachment Do not use at pressure greater than the rated maximum pressure of this compressor...

Page 7: ...I HEQEKI IJSVI FIKMRRMRK TS IV XSSP STIVEXMSR EP E W IEV WEJIX KSKKPIW WEJIX KPEWWIW MXL WMHI WLMIPHW SV E JYPP JEGI WLMIPH LIR RIIHIH I VIGSQQIRH MHI MWMSR 7EJIX 1EWO JSV YWI SZIV I IKPEWWIW SV WXERH...

Page 8: ...THE COMPRESSOR CYLINDER HEAD WHICH REMOVES IMPURITY FROM THE INTAKE AIR OF THE COMPRESSOR IR 4ANK YLINDRICAL COMPONENT WHICH CONTAINS THE COMPRESSED AIR HECK 6ALVE EVICE THAT PREVENTS COMPRESSED AIR F...

Page 9: ...ETY VALVE WHEEL TANK PRESSURE GAUGE REGULATOR PRESSURE GAUGE AIR OUTLET PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Engine Displacement 212 cc Air Tank Capacity 9 gal Air Pressure 135 PSI max Air Delivery 11 SCFM 40 PSI 9...

Page 10: ...ssure point it is sensing not connected with tubing or pipe and always pointed away from any chance bystander All tubing or piping added must be the same size as the safety valve opening or larger COM...

Page 11: ...perator s Manual 1 Replacement Parts List 1 INSTALLATION Air compressors should be located in an area that is dry clean well lighted and adequately ventilated Air supplied to the inlet filter must be...

Page 12: ...mpressor be used in an area where toxic volatile or corrosive agents are used or stored near the compressor CAUTION Unusual noise or vibration indicates a problem Do not operate the compressor until t...

Page 13: ...n a heated area before attempting to drain moisture from the tank s A correct use of the drain valve Verify that the compressor is turned off Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug Reduce...

Page 14: ...APPLICATIONS Air compressors are utilized in a variety of air system applications Match hoses connectors air tools and accessories to the capabilities of the air compressor You may use this tool for...

Page 15: ...ATION STORAGE Shut off the engine Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and wrap around handle area to prevent damage when not in use Wearing safety glasses drain tank of air by pulling t...

Page 16: ...afety valves to make sure they are operating correctly Air pressure should escape when the ring is pulled refer to Fig 4 Check all pressurized components for rust cracking or leaking Immediately disco...

Page 17: ...the oil in a vessel If the oil does not drain out completely we recommend tilting the compressor slightly Dispose of the old oil at a drop off point for old oil When the oil has drained out re fit the...

Page 18: ...ler to move the motor pulley on the shaft Properly adjusted a 3 pound pressure applied to the belt between the motor pulley and the compressor flywheel will deflect the belt about 1 4 6mm Refer to Fig...

Page 19: ...min torque 22 Nm max torque 27 CLEANING THE INTAKE FILTER See Figure 12 The intake filter prevents dust and dirt being drawn in It is essential to clean this filter after at least every 100 hours in...

Page 20: ...crease unload pressure turn counterclockwise to decrease unload pressure Hold position with wrench and proceed to Step 4 Step 4 Tighten locknut clockwise with wrench Stabilize with back up wrench Sett...

Page 21: ...ssor won t operate Defective engine Replace or repair engine Lack of lubricant in compressor can cause serious damage to compressor Add lubricant refer to LUBRICATION Belt too tight or too loose Adjus...

Page 22: ...rectly sized Either use a smaller tool or a larger compressor Regulator not turned up to high enough pressure faulty regulator Turn the regulator to the proper setting replace faulty regulator Leaking...

Page 23: ...rsized for application Re evaluate application requirements re size compressor unit if necessary Insufficient lubrication Inspect for proper lubricant and amount refer to LUBRICATION Compressor runs b...

Page 24: ...imitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of t...

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