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PORTABLE AIR COMPRESSOR

OWNER’S MANUAL 

WARNING

 

COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE AIR MAY CONTAIN HYDROCARBONS AND OTHER 

CONTAMINANTS! DO NOT USE DISCHARGE AIR FOR BREATHING! 

PARTS 

Genuine ROLAIR replacement parts are sold nationwide through a network of authorized dealers and service 
centers. Please contact the dealership where your air compressor was purchased or our factory Customer 
Service Department if you need help troubleshooting, obtaining parts, or locating an authorized ROLAIR 
service representative. 
 

   

 

 

     

 

 
 

RECORD OF PERTINENT INFORMATION 

Make a permanent record of the model and serial number of your new air compressor here. You’ll save time and 
expense by including this reference information when requesting service or replacement parts. 
 

 

 

Place & Date of Purchase 

 

Volts 

Model  

HZ 

Serial # 

 

HP 

 
With the tank gauge at 0 PSI and air line(s) disconnected, close drain valve(s) and record the amount of time it takes 
to build tank pressure on the space provided. Periodically test your air compressor against this pump-up time to 
determine if it is operating correctly. If time test is considerably off, contact your local ROLAIR representative to 
arrange service. 
 

 

From 0 to ______*PSI

From 0 to ______*PSI 

Date Min  Sec

Date

Min

Sec 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To order replacement parts:

 

1.

Give compressor model number

2.

Give compressor serial number 

3.

Name of part 

4.

Part number 

5.

Quantity required 

606 South Lake Street > P.O. Box 346 > Hustisford, WI 53034-0346 > 920.349.3281 > fax 920.349.3691 > www.rolair.com 

Summary of Contents for 4090HK17

Page 1: ...MODEL 4090HK17 4090RK17 SERIAL __________________ INSTRUCTION MANUAL 606 South Lake Street P O Box 346 Hustisford WI 53034 0346 920 349 3281 fax 920 349 3691 www rolair com...

Page 2: ...fuel line before transporting a gas powered air compressor If left open gas will seep past the needle seat in carburetor mix with the oil in the engine s crankcase and foul out the spark plug Replacem...

Page 3: ...save time and expense by including this reference information when requesting service or replacement parts Place Date of Purchase Volts Model HZ Serial HP With the tank gauge at 0 PSI and air line s d...

Page 4: ...ast This manual was compiled for the benefit of the operator Do not use or allow anyone else to use your air compressor until this manual is read and all safety operating instructions are understood B...

Page 5: ...imum pressure recommendations Never exceed the manufacturer s maximum allowable pressure ratings Do not use compressor to inflate small low pressure objects such as toys Risk of Electrocution or Elect...

Page 6: ...ssor Never point the air stream or tools at any point of your body other people or animals Always turn off the air compressor and drain tank pressure completely before attempting maintenance or attach...

Page 7: ...start and stop automatically within the settings of the pressure switch which are typically 105 130 PSI Do not attempt to stop the compressor by unplugging the power cord To stop simply move the lever...

Page 8: ...fe Do not alter the factory top RPM setting The engine idle speed is factory set and controlled by a black plastic Philips head screw on the carburetor A slight increase to the idle speed setting may...

Page 9: ...r Pay special attention to the intake filters Check intake filters daily 5 USE LONGER PROPERLY SIZED AIR HOSE RATHER THAN EXTENSION CORDS If an extension cord must be used please refer to the chart be...

Page 10: ...nce tripping of the motor overload due to an excessive amount of motor starts per hour CONSTANT SPEED OPERATION Constant speed or continuous running operation should be used during periods of heavy us...

Page 11: ...end using ROLAIR Premium Quality compressor oil MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Recommendation Daily Weekly Monthly Quarterly Check Oil Level X Drain Moisture from Tank s X Inspect Air Filter s X Check for Unusu...

Page 12: ...unloading at felt muffler and cause gas engine to slow down to idle speed If pilot valve does not unload as tank pressure approaches 130 P S I G slowly turn top end setting 4 counterclockwise until pi...

Page 13: ...flywheel Tighten appropriate parts Loose belts Adjust belt tension Internal pump problem Take unit in for service Overheating compressor Poor ventilation Relocate compressor Improper pump rotation Co...

Page 14: ...ties of merchantability and fitness for purpose and of any other obligations and or liabilities on the part of Associate Engineering Corporation Associate Engineering Corporation neither assumes nor a...

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Page 16: ...EL0250X012539 1 Brass Sleeve BRSL0250 2 38 Throttle Control Kit 192EGX160K1QX 1 Brass Ring BRRG0250 2 39 Gauge GA0250200GC 1 11 Pilot Unloader Valve 131B 1 42 Belt Tightener Mounting Kit SBT5HP ANGLE...

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Page 18: ...H 2 Aftercooler 32901460CH 1 Crankcase 33101160CH 1 Sight Gauge 36500140CH 1 3 8 Breather Oil Fill Plug 36507050CH 1 Bolt 37300250CH 4 Bolt 37300990CH 6 Bolt 37301140CH 14 Bolt 37302530CH 2 Nut 374002...

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