Performax 207-9002, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATION

APPLICATIONS

Air compressors are utilized in a variety of air system 
applications. Match hoses, connectors, air tools, and 
accessories to the capabilities of the air compressor.
You may use this tool for purposes listed below:

  Operating air powered tools requiring less than  

2.8 SCFM @ 90 PSI.

  Powering pneumatic nail guns, inflating tires, cleaning / 

blowing with pressurized air.

USING THE AIR COMPRESSOR

See Figures 6 - 7.

  Ensure the tank drain valve is closed (see Fig. 6).
  Ensure the ON/OFF switch is in the 

OFF

(O)

 position 

and the air compressor is unplugged (see Fig. 6).

  Ensure the pressure regulator knob is turned fully 

counterclockwise (see Fig. 6).

  If not already installed, attach the hose to the compressor.
  Connect the air powered tools to the air hose by 

inserting the male quick-connect plug to the quick-
coupler at the end of the hose (see Fig. 7).

  Connect the power cord to the power supply.
  Turn the ON/OFF switch to the 

ON (I)

 position.

  Rotate the pressure regulator knob to the desired 

line pressure. Turning the knob clockwise increases 
air pressure at the outlet; turning the knob 
counterclockwise reduces air pressure at the outlet.

NOTE:

 Before connecting or disconnecting air tools, turn 

the regulator knob counterclockwise to stop the flow of air.

  Following all safety precautions in this manual and the 

manufacturer’s instructions in the air tool manual. You 
may now use your air-powered tool.

  If using an inflation accessory with a quick-connect 

fitting, control the amount of air flow with the pressure 
regulator knob. Turning the knob fully counterclockwise 
will completely stop the flow of air.

NOTE:

 Always use the minimum amount of pressure 

necessary for your application. Using a higher pressure 
than needed will drain air from the tank more rapidly 
and cause the unit to cycle on more frequently.

  When finished, always drain the tank and unplug the unit. 

Never leave the unit plugged in and/or running unattended.

   WARNING:

Check the air tool manual to insure the correct air pressure 
regulator setting for optimum operation of your air tools. If you 
are using an air tool not originally included with the air tool kit 
supplied with this air compressor, your tool may require more air 
consumption than this air compressor is designed to supply.
Always read your air tool owner’s manual to match the correct air supply 
to your air tool to avoid damage to the tool or risk of personal injury.

Fig. 7

PVC HOSE WITH QUICK 

COUPLER ATTACHED

MALE QUICK-

CONNECT PLUG

   WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with 
side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do 
so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes 
resulting in possible serious injury.

   WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. 
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is 
sufficient to inflict serious injury.

CAUTION:

Do not use in an environment that is dusty or otherwise 
contaminated. Using the air compressor in this type of 
environment may cause damage to the unit.

   WARNING:

Always ensure the switch is in the 

OFF (O)

 position and the 

regulator pressure gauge reads zero before changing air 
tools or disconnecting the hose from the air outlet. Failure 
to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

PNEUMATIC 

TOOL  

(NOT INCLUDED)

DRAIN VALVE 

(closed)

PRESSURE 

REGULATOR 

KNOB

ON/OFF 

SWITCH

Fig. 6