Use and Care Manual
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Hand Carry Gasoline Air Compressor Manual 11
OPERATION
START-UP:
1. Read safety warnings before performing operation.
2. Flip the toggle on top of the Pilot Valve to the upright position. This provides a
loadless start. The air compressor will unload and allow easier engine start-up.
3. Start the engine. (Refer to the Engine Manual accompanying this unit.) This unit is
manufactured with an automatic throttle idle control device which reduces engine
speed when the compressor is unloaded and returns the engine to full speed when
the compressor is loaded. The engine's throttle control is automatic and the control
lever does not need to be moved on this unit.
4. When the engine has run for 1-2 minutes, ip toggle back to the original position.
5. Set pressure by adjusting the Pressure Regulator counterclockwise for less pressure
and clockwise for more pressure.
6. If you notice any unusual noise or vibration, stop the air compressor and refer to
"Troubleshooting".
SHUTDOWN:
1. To stop the air compressor, move the Engine Switch to the "Off" position. (Refer to
the Engine Manual accompanying this unit.)
2. Drain air from the air tanks by releasing air with an attached air tool or by pulling
on the Pressure Relief Valve.
3. Once the Air Tank Pressure Gauge registers under 10 pounds, open the drain valve
under each air tank to drain any moisture.
4. Allow the air compressor to cool down.
5. Wipe air compressor clean and store in a safe, non-freezing area.
MAINTENANCE
Read the instruction manual before performing maintenance. The following
procedures must be performed when stopping the air compressor for maintenance or
service.
1. Turn off air compressor.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire from engine.
3. Open all drains.
4. Wait for the air compressor to cool before starting service.
PROCEDURE DAILY WEEKLY MONTHLY 200 HOURS
Check pump oil level X
Check engine oil level X
Oil leak inspection X
Check engine air lter X
Drain condensation in air tank(s) X
Check for unusual noise/vibration X
Check for air leaks X
Clean exterior of compressor X
Inspect air lter X
Check safety relief valve X
Change pump oil * X
Replace air lter X
Check engine spark plug X
*The pump oil must be changed after the rst 50 hours of operation and every 200 hours or 3
months, whichever comes rst.
The engine oil must be changed after the rst 8 hours of operation and every 50 hours or 3
months, whichever comes rst.
Every 2 years, an Authorized Service Technician should check the check valve, intake valves and
delivery valves.
MAINTENANCE CHART