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SKU 96496

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.  A 

wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in 

personal injury.
Do not overreach.  Keep proper footing and balance at all times.  This 

enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly.  Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.  Keep your hair, 

clothing and gloves away from moving parts.  Loose clothes, jewellery or long 

hair can be caught in moving parts.

Power tool use and care

Do not force the power tool.  Use the correct power tool for your application.  

The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it 

was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.  Any power 

tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be 

repaired.

disconnect the plug from the power source before making any 

adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools.  

Such 

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool 

accidentally.

Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow 

people unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate 

the power tool.  

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain power tools.  Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, 

breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools 

operation.  if damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.  Many 

accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Use the power tool in accordance with these instructions and in the manner 

intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working 

conditions and the work to be performed.  Use of the power tool for operations 

different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Service

Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only 

identical replacement parts.  This will ensure that the safety of the power tool 

is maintained.

SPECIFIC SAFEtY RuLES

Maintain labels and nameplates on the Air Compressor.  These carry important 

safety information.  if unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a 

replacement.

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Summary of Contents for 96469

Page 1: ...te at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury Save this manual Copyright 2007 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved...

Page 2: ...the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER indicates a hazardous sit...

Page 3: ...urfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water ente...

Page 4: ...safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow people unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions...

Page 5: ...g in damage from rupture or explosion Always replace worn cracked or damaged Tanks WARNING Never use plastic PVC pipe for compressed air serious injury or death could result Any tube pipe or hose used...

Page 6: ...h Safety code 25249 5 et seq WARNING The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that...

Page 7: ...all codes and ordinances The plug and outlet should look like those in the following illustration See 3 Prong Plug and Outlet Double Insulated Tools Tools with Two Prong Plugs Tools marked Double Insu...

Page 8: ...Up to Handle Net Weight 86 Pounds Unpacking When unpacking check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number s...

Page 9: ...tlet Valve 26 of the Air Compressor See Figure A FIGURE A PRODUCT FEATURES Operating Instructions Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all tex...

Page 10: ...Turn the Power Switch 4 to its ON position to start the unit See Figure B When the Tank Air Pressure Gauge 35 reaches at least 125 PSI turn the air Pressure Controller 12 clockwise or counterclockwise...

Page 11: ...of the tool to its OFF position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures Damaged equipment can fail causing serious personal i...

Page 12: ...r Switch not operating properly Damaged Power Switch 1 Immediately disconnect Power Cord from its electrical outlet Do not use Compressor until a qualified service technician repairs Power Switch 1 PL...

Page 13: ...2 Pressure Controller 1 13 Screw 1 14 Washer 1 15 Bracket Support 3 16 Screw 3 17 Pressure Regulator Valve 3 18 Cover Bottom 1 19 Screw 1 Part Description Q ty 20 Wire Clip 1 21 Power Cord 1 22 Rubber...

Page 14: ...Page 14 SKU 96496 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM...

Page 15: ...of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states d...

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