Briggs & Stratton 074002 Air Compressor User Manual


 
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STORAGE
Run engine outdoors for 30 seconds to be sure that
treated fuel has replaced untreated fuel in the carburetor.
If fuel additive is not used, remove all fuel from Fuel Tank and
run engine until it stops from lack of fuel.
Change Oil
While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase
(see Page 17). Refill with recommended grade oil.
Oil Cylinder Bore
Remove spark plug and pour about 1 ounce (30ml) of
clean engine oil into the cylinder.
Install spark plug and pull starter handle slowly to
distribute oil.
Other Storage Tips
1. DO NOT store fuel from one season to another.
2. Replace fuel can if it starts to rust. Contaminated fuel
will cause engine problems.
3. If possible, store unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt. BE SURE TO EMPTY
FUEL TANK.
4. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
5. Store air compressor on a level surface in clean, dry,
nonfreezing indoor location.
WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL
IN TANK
Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers
or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source
because they can ignite fuel vapors.
WHEN DRAINING FUEL
Turn air compressor OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing Fuel Tank Cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve
pressure in tank.
Drain Fuel Tank outdoors.
Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and
other ignition sources.
DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
WARNING
NEVER pull starter handle with spark plug removed.
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
WARNING
DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot air compressor.
Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the cover
on the equipment.
Storage covers can be flammable.
WARNING