Operation - RIDGID OF50150TS Mobilair Operator's Manual

OPERATION

DANGER:
Do not disassemble check valve, tank drain valves
or safety relief valve with air in tank — bleed
tanks.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with products to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING:
This equipment incorporates parts, such as snap
switches, receptacles, and the like that tend to
produce arcs or sparks and, therefore, when
located in a garage, it should be in a room or
enclosure provided for the purpose, or should be
18 in. or more above the floor.
WARNING:
Do not attach any tools to the open end of the hose
until start-up has been completed.
NOTICE:
Do not use in an environment that is dusty or
otherwise contaminated. Using the air compressor
in this type of environment may cause damage to
the unit.
APPLICATIONS
Air compressors are utilized in a variety of air system
applications. Match hoses, connectors, air tools, and
accessories to the capabilities of the air compressor.
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
 Operating some air-powered tools
 Operating air accessories such as air nozzles and tire
inflators
TRANSPORTING
See Figure 7, page 21.
The air compressor can be separated for easy transport to
the job site.
 Follow instructions for Releasing Compressor tank from
Main tank in Assembly section of manual.
 Using handles, located on top of compressor tank and
main tank, lift with your knees, not your back.
ATTACHING/DISCONNECTING A HOSE
See Figure 8, page 21.
WARNING:
Never exceed the air tool's pressure rating as
recommended by the manufacturer. When using
this air compressor as an inflation device, always
follow the maximum inflation guidelines stated by
the manufacturer of the item being inflated.
 Make sure the air compressor is off and unplugged.
 R o t a t e p re s s u re re g u l a t o r k n o b s f u l l y i n t h e
counterclockwise direction so that the outlet pressure is
at zero (0) psi.
 Attach a air hose with 1/4 in. NPT quick-connect air fitting
to a quick coupler (1/4 in.) on air compressor. Make sure
to push the air fitting fully into the coupler until the sleeve
springs forward to lock in place.
To disconnect an air hose or an air tool:
 Confirm that the outlet pressure is at zero (0) psi.
 When disconnecting a hose from quick coupler (1/4 in.),
always firmly hold fitting end of hose.
 Pull back on the release sleeve on the 1/4 in. quick-
connect coupler.
 With a firm grip, pull out the quick-connect air fitting that
is attached to the quick coupler.
BREAK IN PERIOD
Before first use, run the air compressor at zero (0) tank pres-
sure with the drain valves fully open for 30 minutes.
TURNING THE AIR COMPRESSOR ON/OFF
See Figure 9, page 21.
 With the air compressor plugged in, turn the power switch
to the AUTO position to power the compressor on.
 To turn the air compressor off, turn the power switch to
the OFF position.
NOTE: When the compressor is in the AUTO position, the
air compressor will automatically turn back on when the
designated tank air pressure drops below the preset pressure
limit. It will also shut off again when the desired pressure
is reached.
WARNING:
Never exceed the air tool's pressure rating as
recommended by the manufacturer. When using
this air compressor as an inflation device, always
follow the maximum inflation guidelines stated by
the manufacturer of the item being inflated.
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