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AIR TANK SAFETY
Do not attempt to adjust the safety valve. Also, never attempt to repair or modify a tank.
The fabrication involved in modifications of the tank will weaken the tank. Always
replace worn, cracked, or damaged tanks.
Operate the air compressor on level surfaces only. Inclined surfaces reduce the effective
lubrication of the engine.
Do not expose the air compressor to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.
PREPARATION BEFORE OPERATION
Before starting the air compressor, verify the following conditions.
AIR COMPRESSOR OIL
x
Verify that the air compressor head is filled with 10W-30 viscosity oil. Running
the air compressor without oil will cause severe damage to the air compressor
head.
The air compressor is not shipped with oil.
ENGINE OIL
x
Fill the engine with SAE 10W-30 engine oil for general use or follow the table
below.
x
Make sure the air compressor is on a level surface and make sure the oil dipstick
is on tight.
The engine is not shipped with oil.
FUEL
x
Add gasoline and never fill the fuel tank indoors. Also, be sure the fuel tank cap
is
on tight after filling.
x
DO NOT overfill the fuel tank. Always allow room for fuel expansion.
x
Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running or hot. Allow the unit to cool
for
10
minutes before refueling. DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke when
filling the fuel tank.