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Operating instructions
Inflating tyres
1. Connect the air compressor to your car’s 12 V socket outlet. Remember that in certain
types of cars the ignition must be turned on for the socket to work. The socket needs
to be protected by a 15 A fuse and have an output of 12 V DC (centre-positive).
2. Place the pump connector onto the tyre valve and screw it on.
3. Turn the compressor on and inflate the tyre to the recommended pressure (refer
to the car’s handbook or marking on the tyre itself). Turn the compressor off and
unscrew the pump connector. Unplug the compressor from the car’s 12 V socket.
Car tyres should normally be inflated to pressures ranging from 1.65 bar (24 psi)
to 2.2 bar (32 psi). Tyres for large vehicles might need a pressure up to 2.75 bar
(40 psi). Tyres are marked with their maximum pressure in psi or bar.
4. The included bicycle adapter should be used for inflating bicycle tyres with older
types of valves.
• To avoid overheating, under normal load the compressor should not be used
continuously for more than 10 minutes at a time. If you need to inflate for longer
you should wait for 10 minutes before starting the compressor again.
• For heavy loads (pressure over 5 bar), let the compressor rest after 7 minutes use.
• If the compressor still overheats, shut it off and let it cool for 30 minutes before you
start it again.
• After use, let the compressor cool before storing it away.
Inflating inflatable toys, etc.
1. Choose a suitable adapter nozzle or pump needle and insert it into the valve of
the object which you wish to inflate.
2. Attach the compressor to the 12 V socket to start the inflation.
3. Unplug the 12 V plug when the desired pressure has been reached.
Note:
Toys and air beds can burst if you over-inflate them! Be careful and always
check the pressure of the object during the inflation. Never inflate an object to a higher
pressure than the one which is recommended.
Troubleshooting guide
The compressor does
not start.
• Make sure the mains lead is undamaged and
securely connected to a 12 V socket.
• Check that the 12 V socket is live.
The compressor starts
but does not pump
out air.
• Make sure the air hose is undamaged and securely
connected to the product to be inflated.
The compressor runs
slowly.
• The compressor has overheated. Turn it off and let it
cool for 15–20 minutes.
• The vehicle battery is discharged; charge the battery.
