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SKU 96496

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

CAutION:  

Your Warranty is voided if you drop the Air Compressor.  Always 

transport the Air Compressor using its Handle and Wheels.

dANGER!

  This Air Compressor is NOT equipped and should not be used “as-is” 

to supply breathing air.  For any application of air for human consumption, you 

must fit the Air Compressor with suitable in-line safety and alarm equipment (not 

included).  This additional equipment is necessary to properly filter and purify 

the air to meet minimal specifications for Grade D breathing as described in 

Compressed Gas Association Commodity Specification G 7.1-1966, OSHA 29 

CFR 1910. 134, and/or Canadian Standards Associations (CSA).  in the event 

the Air Compressor is used for the purpose of breathing air application and 

proper in-line safety and alarm equipment is not simultaneously used, existing 

warranties are void, and Harbor Freight Tools disclaims any liability whatsoever 

for any loss, personal injury, or damage.

dANGER!

  Never attempt to repair or modify the Air Tank (29).  Welding, drilling, 

or any other modification will weaken the Tank resulting 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 must have a pressure rating 

higher than 1 PSi.  Minimum recommended pipe size:  Up to 0 feet long use 

1/2” diameter.  Greater than 50 feet use 3/4” diameter.  Larger diameter pipe is 

always better.

CAutION:

  DO NOT use an extension cord with this product.

Make sure all tools and equipment used with the Air Compressor are rated to the 

appropriate capacity.  Do not use any tool or equipment that operates over 155 

PSi.
Drain the Air Compressor every day.  Do not allow excessive moisture to build up 

inside the Air Compressor’s Tank.  Do not open the Drain Valve (33) with more 

than 10 PSi of air pressure in the Tank.  Do not unscrew the Drain Valve so that 

more than

 four turns are showing.

Avoid injury.  Never direct the Air Outlet Valve (26) at people or animals.
Do not alter or remove the Safety Release Valve (20).

Make sure the Air Compressor is located on a flat, level, sturdy surface capable 

of supporting the weight of the Compressor, operator(s), and any additional tools 

and equipment.

Do not move or transport the Compressor if the Air Tank (29) is under pressure.
industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.

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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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