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U.S. General 65204 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

13 hp, 30 gallon air compressor
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13 HP, 30 GallON air
set uP aNd OPeratiNG iNstructiONs
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
saVe tHis maNual.
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Copyright
2008 by Harbor Freight Tools
contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of
Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for
assembly and service may not be included.
For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.
manual revised 09c, 09e, 09i
cOmPressOr
®
. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork
65204
99918
using an engine indoors caN Kill YOu iN
miNutes.
engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
this is a poison you cannot see or smell.
NeVer use inside
a home or garage,
eVeN iF doors and
windows are open.
Only use Outside
and far away from
windows, doors,
and vents.

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  • Page 1 Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ... 12 trOuBlesHOOtiNG ... 14 Parts lists ... 16 maiN assemBlY diaGram ... 17 PumP assemBlY diaGram ... 18 limited 1 Year / 90 daY WarraNtY ... 19 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 Page 2...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 NOtice is used to address practices not related to personal injury. cautiON, without...
  • Page 4 Caution is neces- sary when near the engine’s magneto or recoil starter. Use only accessories that are recom- mended by Harbor Freight Tools for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one piece of equipment may become hazardous when used on another piece of equipment.
  • Page 5 Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles, heavy-duty work gloves, and dust mask/respirator during service. Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment. These carry impor- tant information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. Page 5...
  • Page 6 Do not fill fuel tank to the top. Leave a little room for the fuel to expand as needed. Refuel in a well-ventilated area only. saVe tHese iNstructiONs. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 Page 6...
  • Page 7 PaGe iNteNtiONallY leFt BlaNK For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 7 SKU 65204/ 99918...

  • Page 8: Basic Specifications

    Belt Guard. The Belt Guard (A1) encloses the pulleys and drive belts. It protects the user from the mov- For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 ing parts and allows the large pulley to direct cooling air to the Air Pump (A2).

  • Page 9: Equipment Set Up

    Harbor Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible. reV 09c For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 mounting The compressor may vibrate strongly during use, so mounting is needed to prevent movement.

  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    09c, 09i For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 General Operating instructions Before starting the engine: Follow the set up instructions to prepare the equipment.
  • Page 11 Then, if the Choke is closed, open it (move to the run posi- tion). For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 Note: Moving the Choke too fast could kill the engine. IMPORTANT: Allow the engine to run...

  • Page 12: User-Maintenance Instructions

    Note: These procedures are in addition to the regular checks and maintenance explained as part of the regular op- eration of the air-operated tool. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 daily Check compressor oil level at sight glass. Add premium quality SAE 30-weight, non-detergent, synthetic air compressor oil as needed.
  • Page 13 Secure engine mounting bolts and retest tension. Align pump and engine pulleys using a straight edge to reduce noise and vibration. Before use, replace belt cover. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 loosen Page 13...

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Worn piston rings. Excessive moisture in the tank. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 troubleshooting likely solutions Empty all pressure from tank, open pilot valve, and carefully follow starting instructions in engine manual.

  • Page 15: Please Read The Following Carefully

    BUyER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITy ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 troubleshooting likely solutions Listen for escaping air.

  • Page 16: Parts Lists

    Crankcase Bottom Gasket Crankcase Bottom Oil Fill Plug Oil Drain Tube Gasket Oil Sight Screw Gasket Rear-end Plate Breather Vent For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 Gasket Cylinder Spring Washer Bolt Gasket Cylinder Head Gasket Aftercooler Connector...

  • Page 17: Main Assembly Diagram

    Parts List “A” Spark Plug Wrench (A24) For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 17 SKU 65204/ 99918...

  • Page 18: Pump Assembly Diagram

    Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail- able individually as replacement parts. For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 65204/ 99918 Page 18...

  • Page 19: Limited 1 Year / 90 Day Warranty

    (90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment). Harbor Freight Tools also warrants to the original purchaser, for a period of ninety days from date of purchase, that all other parts and components of the product are free from defects in materials and workmanship.

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