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Owner’s Manual
Compressor (cont’d)
Electrical Power Requirements
Electrical Wiring
Refer to the air compressor’s serial label for the unit’s voltage and amperage
requirements. Use a dedicated circuit. For best performance and reliable starting, the
air compressor must be plugged into a dedicated circuit, as close as possible to the
fuse box or circuit breaker. The compressor will use the full capacity of a typical
15 amp household circuit. If other devices are on the same circuit, the compressor
may fail to start. Low voltage or an overloaded circuit can result in sluggish starting
that causes the motor overload protection system circuit breaker to trip, especially in
cold conditions.
Note:
A circuit breaker is recommended. If the air compressor is connected to
a circuit protected by a fuse, use dual element time delay fuses (Buss Fusetron type“1”
only).
Note:
Avoid the use of extension cords. If using an extension cord is necessary,
be sure to use an extension with the correct specifications.
For optimum performance, plug the compressor power cord directly into a grounded
wall socket. Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary. Instead, use a
longer air hose to reach the area where the air is needed.
If use of an extension cord cannot be avoided, the cord should be no longer than 100
feet and be a minimum wire size of 14 gauge (AWG).
