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AIR COMPRESSOR

6 HP - 8 GALLON CAPACITY

     Model 93874

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

Do to continuing improvements,

actual product may differ slightly

from the product described herein.

A.  You do not put compressor oil in the Compressor’s crankcase prior to its first use.

     

Before each use, check the oil level.  Never run the Compressor with low or no compres-

     sor oil.  Running the Compressor with low or no oil will permanently damage the unit.

B.  You do not put engine oil in the Engine’s crankcase prior to its first use.
     

Before each use, check the oil level.  Never run the Engine with low or no engine oil.

     Running the Compressor with low or no oil will permanently damage the unit.

C.  You drop the Air Compressor.
     

Always lift the Air Compressor using its Handle.

WARNING!

Your Warranty Is Voided If:

Summary of Contents for 93874

Page 1: ...IONS BEFORE USE Do to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein A You do not put compressor oil in the Compressor s crankcase prior to its first use...

Page 2: ...0 e l a c S d e R I S P 0 3 2 0 e p y T e n i g n E t r a t S l l u P d e r e w o P e n i l o s a G d e d a e l n U 7 1 X E n i b o R P H 0 6 n o l l a G 1 e z i S k n a T l e u F n w o D t u h S l i...

Page 3: ...ooting and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations 6 Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Always wear ANSI approved...

Page 4: ...a nently damage the unit B You do not put engine oil in the Engine s crankcase prior to its first use Before each use check the oil level Never run the Engine with low or no engine oil Running the Eng...

Page 5: ...5 with more than 10 PSI of air pressure in the Tank Do not unscrew the Drain Plugs so that more than four threads are showing 8 Avoid injury Never direct the air output at people or animals 9 Do not a...

Page 6: ...and cleaning materials as per any local state or federal codes and regulations Store oil rags in a covered metal container 4 Never store fuel or other flammable materials near the Compressor 5 Do not...

Page 7: ...e spark plug from the Engine 2 Do not alter or adjust any part of the Compressor or Engine that is as sembled and supplied by the manufacturer 3 Always follow and complete scheduled Compressor and Eng...

Page 8: ...ual as soon as possible PRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Always make sure the Gasoline Engine s Power Switch is in its OFF position prior to performing any service maintenance or cleaning of the Com...

Page 9: ...o do so remove the red plastic plug that is covering the oil fill hole That plastic plug is only used for shipping purposes Pour approximately 1 2 quart of compres sor oil into the Compressor Oil Plug...

Page 10: ...Quick Coupler 1 Prior to use the Air Compressor requires the attachment of a Quick Coupler not included to its Pressure Regulator 29 To do so make sure the screen Air Filter within the Pressure Regul...

Page 11: ...rm up Then turn the Engine Choke to its RUN position See Engine manufacturer s manual 8 NOTE The Compressor will automatically run while the air pressure is less than 145 PSI as indicated by the Tank...

Page 12: ...29 counterclockwise to its OFF position See Figure E 3 Allow the tool or equipment being powered to continue running until it has ex pended any remaining compressed air in the tool equipment and its a...

Page 13: ...engine oil Refer to the Engine manufacturer s manual for all inspection maintenance and cleaning in structions 4 Before each use check the Air Compressor oil level If necessary fill with a premium qu...

Page 14: ...enance service or repairs not mentioned in this manual must only be performed by a qualified service technician PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE...

Page 15: ...SKU 93874 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 15 TROUBLESHOOTING COMPRESSOR Cannot reach maximum air pressure point Replace Valve...

Page 16: ...Tail Fitting 2 21 Screw M5 x 12 8 50 Joint 1 22 Screw 4 2 x 45 1 51 Joint 1 23 Washer 6 x 18 x 1 5 8 52 Spacer 1 24 Washer 5 1 53 Tap 2 25 Drain Plug 1 54 Joint 1 26 Rubber Handle 1 55 Tool Pressure...

Page 17: ...3874 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 17 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement p...

Page 18: ...stration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM CONT 33A 28A 27A 24A 25A 26A 24A 100A 23A 17A 17AA 17B 35A 34A 29A 30A 31A 32A 26A 16A 15A 18A 14A 19A 2...

Page 19: ...ANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to...

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