RIDGID OL90150 Air Compressor User Manual


 
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1. Remove the dipstick and fill pump to the
proper oil level. See Lubrication Section.
2. Open tank drain valves and turn regu-
lator knob counterclockwise.
3. Turn pressure switch knob to OFF
position and plug in power cord.
4.
Follow this step only if using your
compressor for the first time.
Turn
pressure switch knob to AUTO posi-
tion and run unit for 30 minutes to
“break in” the pump parts.
5. Close tank drain valves and turn regu-
lator knob fully clockwise. Compressor
will build to maximum preset pressure
and shut off.
6. Turn regulator knob counterclockwise
to cause air to bleed off. Do not pro-
ceed to the next step until outlet pres-
sure gauge reaches zero (0).
7. Attach hose. Add chuck or other tool
to open end of hose. Turn regulator
knob clockwise until desired outlet
pressure is reached.
8. After use, turn pressure switch knob
to the OFF position.
9. If compressor is not used for a long
period of time, bleed air from line and
use drain valve to drain water from
the valves and tank. Afterwards, fol-
low the proper schedule of mainte-
nance.
NOTE: This unit is equipped with a pres-
sure switch that automatically turns the
motor OFF when the tank pressure
reaches a preset level. After air pressure
in the tank drops to a certain level, the
pressure switch automatically turns the
motor back on.
Operating Your Air Compressor
Do not over-pressurize any air
tool. Consult air tool instruc-
tions for proper air tool pres-
sure.
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WARNING: