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• Drain the moisture from the tanks daily. It will help
prevent corrosion.
• Pull the ring on the safety valves daily to ensure that it
operating properly and to clear any possible instructions.
Note. This unit has two safety release valves (one on each
tank). Ensure both are checked daily.
• Keep the compressor at least 300mm from the nearest
wall to ensure adequate ventilation for cooling purposes.
• Prior to transporting the compressor make sure that the
pressurised air is bled from both tanks. Ensure that the
removable tank is correctly connected. Also check that
the compressor is firmly secured.
Note. Never transport pressurised tanks. Even when
transporting the removable air supply it must be empty
of all air.
• Protect the air hoses and cordset from damage. Inspect
for weak or worn spots regularly and replace if necessary.
• Prior to using the removable tank as a temporary air
supply make sure that you place it down on a level
surface and have a firm grip on the air hose prior to use.
• Do not use an extension cord with this product. Use
additional air hose instead of an extension cord to
prevent power loss and possible damage to the motor.
Use of an extension cord voids the warranty.
• After long working periods external metal parts could
be hot.
• Always shut off the compressor at the on/off switch by
lifting the lever to the off position before switching off the
power or removing the power plug.
• Check the oil level before starting the compressor
every time.
• Make sure the compressor is on a level surface prior to
checking the oil level.
• The oil level is required to be at the red dot on the oil
level sight glass prior to use.
• Use only oil grade specified in this instruction manual.
Note. The compressor is supplied empty of oil. It must be
filled with oil before first use.
• After using the compressor, switch off the on/off switch,
disconnect the power supply and open the outlet valves
on both tanks to release the pressure.
• Ensure that the lubricating oil is clean and that the oil
level is maintained at the correct level. Replace the oil
as indicated in the Maintenance section of this Manual.
• Use safety equipment including safety goggles or
shield, ear protection, breathing or respirator mask
and protective clothing.
Wear goggles
Wear earmuffs
Wear a breathing mask
Never apply air from any of the air outlets from this
compressor directly on to any part of a person’s body.
Do not attempt to block any of the air outlets with your
finger or any part of your body.
The tool must be used only for its prescribed purpose.
Any use other than those mentioned in this Manual will
be considered a case of misuse. The user and not the
manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from such cases of misuse.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any changes made
to the tool nor for any damage resulting from such changes.
Even when the tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to
eliminate all residual risk factors. The following hazards may
arise in connection with the tool’s construction and design:
• Damage to the lungs if an effective breathing mask is
not worn.
• Damage to hearing if effective earmuffs are not worn.
• Damage to the eyes if effective safety goggles or shield
are not worn.