9 — ENG
D20419 Rev. 0 2/22/00
Break-in Procedure
Serious damage may result if the following
break-in instructions are not closely fol-
lowed.
This procedure is required only once, before the air
compressor is put into service.
1.
Set the pressure switch
OFF/AUTO
lever in the
"OFF"
position.
2.
Plug the power cord into the correct branch circuit
receptacle.
3.
Turn the regulator clockwise, opening it fully, to
prevent air pressure build-up in the tank.
4.
Move the OFF/AUTO lever to "AUTO". The compres-
sor will start.
5.
Run the compressor for 15 minutes. Make sure the
regulator is open and there is no tank pressure build-
up.
6.
After 15 minutes, close the regulator by turning it
counterclockwise. The air tank will fill to cut-out
pressure and then the motor will stop.
Refer to "Operating Procedures".
OPERATING PROCEDURES
1.
Before attaching air hose or accessories, make sure
the OFF/AUTO lever is set to “OFF” and the air
regulator is closed.
2.
Attach hose and accessories.
TOO MUCH AIR PRESSURE CREATES A
HAZARDOUS RISK OF BURSTING. CARE-
FULLY FOLLOW STEPS 3 AND 5 BELOW
EACH TIME THE COMPRESSOR IS
USED.
Compressed air from the outfit may contain
water condensation. Do not spray unfil-
tered air at an item that could be damaged.
Some air operated tools or devices may
require filtered air. Read the instructions
for the air tool or device.
3.
Check the manufacturer’s maximum pressure rating
for air tools and accessories. The regulator outlet
pressure must never exceed the maximum pressure
rating. If your compressor is not supplied with a
regulator with gauge, install one before using acces-
sories.
4.
Turn the OFF/AUTO lever to “AUTO” and allow tank
pressure to build. Motor will stop when tank pres-
sure reaches “cut-out” pressure.
5.
Open the regulator by turning it clockwise. Adjust the
regulator to the correct pressure setting. Your com-
pressor is ready for use.
6.
Always operate the air compressor in well-ventilated
areas; free of gasoline or other solvent vapors.
Do not operate the compressor near the spray area.
When you are finished:
7.
Set the “OFF/AUTO” lever to “OFF”.
8.
Turn the regulator counterclockwise and set the
outlet pressure to zero.
9.
Remove the air tool or accessory.
10. Open the regulator and allow the air to slowly bleed
from the tank. Close the regulator when tank pres-
sure is approximately 20 psi.
WATER WILL CONDENSE IN THE AIR TANK.
IF NOT DRAINED, WATER WILL CORRODE
AND WEAKEN THE AIR TANK CAUSING A
RISK OF AIR TANK RUPTURE.
With tank pressure at approximately 20 psi, open the
drain cock or drain valve.
NOTE:
If drain cock valve is plugged, release all air
pressure. The valve can then be removed,
cleaned, then reinstalled.
11. Drain water from air tank.
12. After the water has been drained, close drain cock
or drain valve. The air compressor can now be
stored.
