Mi-T-M AM1-HE02-05OD, Operator'S Manual

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 Mi-T-M

®

 Hand Carry Electric Air Compressor Manual

INITIAL SET-UP:

1.  Remove the air compressor from the carton.

2.  Read safety warnings before setting-up air compressor.  

3.  Remove the oil travel plug in the crankcase cover and insert the oil dipstick.   

Ensure the oil level in the air compressor pump is adequate.  If low, add SAE  

non-detergent oil as recommended below:

Ambient Temperature  SAE Viscosity

0-32°F 

  SAE 

10W

32-80°F 

  SAE 

20W

60-103°F 

  SAE 

30W

LOCATION:

1.  In order to avoid damaging an oil lubed air compressor, do not incline the air  

compressor transversely or longitudinally more than 10°.

2.  Place air compressor at least 12 inches away from obstacles that may pre 

vent proper ventilation.  Do not place air compressor in an area:

-where there is evidence of oil or gas leaks.

-where flammable gas vapors or materials may be present.

-where air temperatures fall below 32°F or exceed 104°F.

-where extremely dirty air or water could be drawn into the air compressor.

ELECTRICAL:

1.  USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD IS NOT RECOMMENDED because it  

could cause the compressor motor to overheat. It's recommended to use  

additional air hose instead of an extension cord.

2.  If use of an extension cord is unavoidable, if should be plugged into a GFCI  

found in circuit boxes or protected receptacles. When using an extension cord,  

observe the following:

3.  Use only 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.

4.  Examine power cord before using. Do not use the compressor if the cord is  

damaged. Do not use a damaged extension cord.

5.  Keep cords away from heat and sharp edges. Do not pull on a cord to  

disconnect a plug -- grasp the plug.

6.  Always shut off the compressor pressure switch before unplugging the  

 compressor.

PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRICAL 

SHOCK!

This product must be grounded.  

If there should be a malfunction or 

breakdown, grounding provides 

a path of least resistance for 

electric current to reduce the 

risk of electric shock.  This 

product is equipped with a cord 

having an equipment grounding 

conductor and a grounding type 

plug.  The plug must be inserted 

into an appropriate outlet that is 

properly installed and grounded 

in accordance with all local codes 

and ordinances.

WARNING

RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE 

CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY 

OR DEATH! 

Do not allow sparks from the 

motor or pressure switch to come 

in contact with flammable vapors, 

combustible dust, gases or other 

combustible materials. 
When using the air compressor 

for spray painting, place the air 

compressor as far away from 

the work area as possible, using 

extra air hoses instead of exten-

sion cords.  

DANGER

RISK OF ELECTROCUTION!

Improper connection of the 

equipment-grounding conductor 

can result in a risk of shock 

or electrocution. Check with a 

qualified  electrician  or  service 

personnel if you are in doubt as 

to whether the outlet is properly 

grounded. This product is factory 

equipped with a specific electric 

cord and plug based on the 

units voltage and amperage 

rating. This is for connection to 

a proper electric circuit. Only 

connect the product to an outlet 

having the same configuration as 

the plug. Do not use an adapter 

with this product. If the product 

must be reconnected for use on 

a different type of electric circuit, 

the reconnection shall be made 

by  qualified  service  personnel. 

If repair or replacement of the 

cord or plug is necessary, do 

not connect the grounding wire 

to either flat blade terminal. The 

wire with insulation having an 

outer surface that is green with 

or without yellow stripes is the 

grounding wire.

Ampere

Rating

Range

Voltage

Length of cord in ft

120V

25 ft

50 ft

100 ft

150 ft

200 ft

250 ft

240V

50 ft

100 ft

200 ft

300 ft

400 ft

500 ft

8 - 10

18

14

12

10

8

8

10 -12

16

14

10

8

8

6

12 - 14

16

12

10

8

6

6

14 - 16

16

12

10

8

6

6

16 - 18

14

12

8

8

6

4

18 - 20

14

12

8

6

6

4