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IMPORTANT:
Always leave the tire chuck thumb latch in the open position when storing unit.
6.2
INFLATE OTHER ARTICLES (WITHOUT VALVE STEM)
Inflation of items, others than tires, requires use of one of the nozzles (adapters).
A nozzle can be attached to the tire chuck, or it can directly be connected to the
compressors outlet, if the hose is removed.
A nozzle can be attached to the tire chuck. Open the nozzle hatch cover and remove
the required nozzle. Close the nozzle hatch cover. Place the tire chuck over the nozzle
fitting and secure by moving the chuck thumb latch so it is parallel with the hose. Make
sure the nozzle is clean and secure before turning on the compressor. After use, release
the nozzle from the chuck by lifting the latch. Return the nozzle to the nozzle hatch.
A nozzle can also be directly attached to the compressor outlet if the hose is not required.
1. Open the nozzle hatch cover and remove the required nozzle.
2. Remove the hose from the compressor outlet by loosening (counterclockwise) the
hose retaining ring and sliding out the ribbed brass fitting.
3. Close the nozzle hatch cover.
4. Insert the selected nozzle into the compressor outlet and secure it by tightening the
hoseretaining ring as above.
5. After using the compressor, remove and store the nozzle in the nozzle hatch.
Refer to “Typical Inflation Times” for approximate pressure and time. Small items like
volleyballs, footballs, etc. inflate very rapidly.
6. Insert nozzle (e.g needle) into item to be inflated and inflate to desired pressure.
7. Turn on compressor switch - inflate to desired pressure or fullness.
7. TYPICAL
INFLATION TIMES FOR COMPRESSOR USE
The following are approximate pressure and inflation times for various items:
WARNING:
Always follow tire manufacturers recommendations for pressure on item to be inflated.
VEHICLE AND TRAILER TIRES
TIRE SIZE
PRESSURE
TIME FROM “0” PRESSURE
155/80R 13"
26 psi
2.50 min.
185/70R 14"
30 psi
4.50 min.
235/75R 15"
30 psi
6.50 min.
235/85R 16"
50 psi
16.00 min.
BICYCLE TIRES
TIRE SIZE
PRESSURE
TIME FROM “0” PRESSURE
27 x 1" racing
10 psi
40 sec.
INFLATABLE ARTICLES
ITEMS
PRESSURE
TIME FROM “0” PRESSURE
Football
13 psi
24 seconds
Basketball
9 psi
20 seconds
Volleyball
5 psi
6 seconds
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FIGURE 4
To remove the battery pack from the appliance body for charging: make sure the
trigger switch is OFF. Press both battery pack release buttons at the same time. Pull
the battery pack down away from the appliance body. Insert the barrel connector of
the AC adapter into the battery pack’s receptacle (recharge port). Plug the AC adapter
into a 110 volt AC standard household receptacle. Observe the red LED lights. Charge
for the recommended time. Do not overcharge! Disconnect and store the AC recharge
adapter from the battery pack and AC source when not in use.
6. COMPRESSOR/TIRE
INFLATOR
This 12 volt DC compressor is the ultimate compressor for all vehicles, trailer tires and
recreational inflatables. Three different sized nozzles are supplied.
IMPORTANT:
Read safety instructions carefully to avoid possible injury or property damage.
WARNINGS:
The compressor is capable of inflating to 260 pounds per square inch (PSI) pressure
(approximately 18 kg/cm). To avoid over-inflation, carefully follow instructions on
articles to be inflated. Never exceed recommended pressures. Bursting articles can
cause serious injury. Always check pressure with the pressure gauge. Never leave
compressor unattended while in use. Allow unit to cool for five minutes after 10 minutes
of continuous operation.
6.1
TIRE INFLATION OR PRODUCTS WITH A VALVE STEM
1. Place connector (chuck) on valve stem.
2. Push connector toward valve stem and close thumb latch.
3. Make sure connector is pushed on to valve stem as far as possible before closing
thumb latch.
4. Turn on the compressor (for larger items the trigger can be latched).
5. Observe pressure with the pressure gauge.
6. When desired pressure is reached, open thumb latch and remove connector from
valve stem.
7. Turn off compressor power switch
CONTACT
RECHARGE PORT
RECHARGE LED
RELEASE BUTTON
110 VOLT AC
WALL ADAPTER
WITH CORD
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