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MGP-102D-3A
Air Hose
The air hose attached to your comporessor has an integral
pressure adjusting valve at the working end of the hose.
Should service or replacement be required, make sure that
the pressure adjusting valve is present in the air hose line.
It is normal for the adjustable pressure valve to release air
during operation.
Do not modify the plug that has been provided. If it
does not fit the available outlet, the correct outlet
should be installed by a qualified electrician.
If repairing or replacing cord or plug, the grounding
wire must be kept separate from the current-carrying
wires. Never connect the grounding wire to a flat blade
plug terminal. The grounding wire has insulation with
an outer surface that is green - with or without yellow
stripes.
If these grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the compres
sor is properly grounded, have the installation checked
by a qualified electrician.
Do not allow hose to become kinked or
pinched at any time. This is important to avoid
damage to your compressor and to maintain
pressure adjusting valve control.
DO
NOT
REPLACE THE HOSE WITH STAN-
DARD HOSE THAT IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH
THE PRESSURE ADJUSTING VALVE. THE
APPROPRIATE HOSE ASSEMBLY FOR YOUR
COMPRESSOR IS AVAILABLE AT SEARS.
Location of the Air Compressor
Your compressor comes to you completely assembled
and ready for use. Operate the air compressor in a dry,
clean, cool and well ventilated area. The air compressor
pump and case are designed to allow for proper cooling.
Clean or blow off dust or dirt that collects on the air
compressor. A clean air compressor runs cooler and
provides longer service. The ventilation openings on your
air compressor are necessary to maintain proper operating
temperature. Do not place rags or other containers on or
near these openings.
Extension Cords
Use extra air hose instead of an extension cord to avoid
voltage drop and power loss to the motor. Low voltage can
cause damage to the motor.
If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is:
a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding
plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on
the compressor
in good condition
no longer than 50 feet
14 gauge (AWG) or larger. (Wire size increases as
gauge number decreases.) 12 AWG, 10 AWG and 8
AWG may also be used. DO NOT USE 16 OR 18 AWG.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! In the event of
a short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This air compressor must be
properly grounded.
The air compressor is equipped with a cord having a
grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug. The
plug must be used with an outlet that has been installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances. The outlet must have the same configuration
as the plug. See illustration.
DO NOT USE AN
ADAPTER.
Inspect the plug and cord before each use. Do not use if
there are signs of damage.
IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN RESULT IN
ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
120 Volts, 15 Amps
120 Volt Models
