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Drain Valve: The drain valve is located at the base of the
Drain
Valve
air tank and is used to drain condensation at the end of
each use.
Check Valve:Whentheaircompressorisoperating,the
check valve is "open", allowing compressed air to enter
theairtank.Whentheaircompressorreaches"cutout"pressure,thecheck
valve "closes", allowing air pressure to remain inside the air tank.
Pressure Release Valve: The pressure release
Check
Valve
Pressure
Release
Valve
valve located on the side of the pressure switch, is
designed to automatically release compressed air
from the compressor head and the outlet tube when
the air compressor reaches "cut-out" pressure or is
shut off. The pressure release valve allows the
motortorestartfreely.Whenthemotorstops
running, air will be heard escaping from this valve
for a few seconds. No air should be heard leaking
when the motor is running or after the unit reaches
"cut-out" pressure.
Motor Overload Protector (not shown): The motor
has an automatic reset thermal overload protector. If the motor overheats for
any reason, the overload protector will shut off the motor. The motor must
be allowed to cool down before restarting. The compressor will automatically
restart after the motor cools.
Air Intake Filter (not shown): This filter is designed to clean air coming into the
pump. This filter must always be clean and ventilation openings free from obstruc-
tions. See Maintenance.
HOW TO USE YOUR UNIT
How to Stop
Set the Auto/Off switch to "Off".
Before Starting
Do not operate this unit until you read this instruction manual
for safety, operation and maintenance instructions.
Before Each Start-Up
1. Set the Auto/Off switch to "Off".
2.
Plug the power cord into the correct branch circuit receptacle.
(Refer to Voltage
and Circuit Protection paragraph in the Installation section of this manual.)
3. Pull the regulator knob out and turn counterclockwise to set the outlet pressure
to zero.
4. Attach hose and accessories.
Risk of unsafe operation. Firmly grasp air hose in hand when
installing or disconnecting to prevent hose whip.
Risk of unsafe operation. Do not use damaged or worn
accessories.
NOTE: The hose or accessory will require a quick connect plug if the air outlet is
equipped with a quick connect socket.