Owners manual
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HP02P020SS man v.171212
Air Compressor
 ● Pull the ring on the safety valve before each use 
to make sure the valve is functional. 
 ● Depending on the CFM draw of the tools being 
operated, your new air compressor can be used 
for operating paint sprayers, air tools, grease 
guns, airbrushes, caulking guns, abrasive 
blasters, tire & plastic toy in ation, spraying 
weed killer and insecticides, etc. Proper 
adjustment of the air pressure regulator is 
necessary for all of these operations. Refer to 
the air pressure speci cations provided with the 
tool you are using.
General Overview
Installation and Location
Locate the compressor in a clean, dry and well 
ventilated area. The compressor should be located 
12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm) from walls or any 
other obstruction which would interfere with air ow. 
Compressor should be located in a temperature-
controlled area between 32° and 95° fahrenheit 
(0 ° and 35 °C). Place the compressor on a  rm, 
level surface. The compressor is designed with heat 
dissipation  ns which allow for proper cooling. Keep 
the  ns (and all other parts which collect dust or dirt) 
clean. A clean compressor runs cooler and provides 
longer service. Do not place rags, containers or other  
material on top of the compressor.
Connecting to Power Source
This air compressor is designed to operate on a 
properly grounded 120 volt, 60 Hz, single phase, 
alternating current (AC) power source with a fused 
20 amp time-delayed fuse or circuit breaker. It is 
recommended that a quali ed electrician verify the 
ACTUAL VOLTAGE at the receptacle into which the 
unit will be plugged and con rm that the receptacle is 
properly fused and grounded. The use of the proper 
circuit size can eliminate nuisance circuit breaker 
tripping while operating your air compressor.
Extension Cords
 ● For optimum air compressor performance an 
extension cord should not be used unless 
absolutely necessary. 
 ● If you must choose between an electrical 
extension cord and a longer air hose, choose 
the latter. It is far better for the life of the 
compressor. If necessary, care must be taken in 
selecting an extension cord appropriate for use 
with your speci c air compressor. 
 ● Use a heavy-gauge extension, since very thin 
or very long cord may cause voltage drop 
and result in loss of power in the compressor 
and overheating. Select a properly grounded 
extension cord which will mate directly with 
the power source receptacle and the air 
compressor power cord without the use of 
adapters. Make certain that the extension 
cord is properly wired and in good electrical 
condition. 
 ● Maximum length of extension cord should be 
50 feet (15 meters). Minimum wire size of 
extension cord should be 12 gauge.
Attaching an air hose
Your air compressor is supplied with a 1/4" push-
connect air coupler ( g 6). With a factory installed 
air coupler, your compressor is ready to accept air 
hoses equipped with 1/4" male air connectors ( g 4).
Use only air hoses rated for use with 
115 psi air pressure or higher.
To install any air hose equipped with a 1/4" male 
connector ( g 5):
1. Simply push the "connector" or "plug" into the 
 tting ( g 6) and it automatically engages.
2. Verify that air hose is securely connected to air 
coupler by pulling on the air hose.
Drain Valve
1.  Make sure the tank drainage valve is closed 
( g 7.0) and not in the open position ( g 7.1).
Pressure Switch
2.  Check that the pressure switch is pointed to 
the OFF position ( g 8.0).
3.  Ensure that the power supply you are going to 
use is operating normally.
NOTICE
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