RIDGID GP80145SW Owner's Manual page 10

OPERATION
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
ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE OIL
See Figures 6 - 7, page 20.
NOTE: This machine has been shipped with approximately
2 oz. of oil in the engine from testing. You must add oil to
the engine before starting it the first time.
CAUTION:
Any attempt to start the engine without adding oil
will result in engine failure.
To add engine oil:
 Place air compressor on a flat, level surface.
 Unscrew the engine oil cap/dipstick by turning counter-
clockwise.
 Before first use, pour the entire contents of the oil bottle
provided into the oil reservoir.
After initial use, add 4-stroke engine oil (SAE 30 or SAE
10W30) until the fluid level rises between the hatched
area on the dipstick. Do not overfill.
NOTE: Avoid using too much oil. Ensure that the level of
the oil does not rise above the upper hatched area.
 Replace the engine oil cap/dipstick and securely tighten.
NOTE: This engine has a total oil capacity of 20 oz. (0.6 liters).
To check engine oil level:
 Set engine on a flat surface.
 Remove engine oil cap/dipstick.
 Wipe engine oil cap/dipstick clean and re-seat in hole.
Do not rethread.
 Remove engine oil cap/dipstick again and check oil level. Oil
level should be between the hatched area on the dipstick.
 If level is low, add engine oil until the fluid level rises to
the upper portion of the hatched area on the dipstick.
 Replace and secure the engine oil cap/dipstick
CAUTION:
Do not overfill. Overfilling the crankcase may cause
excessive smoke and engine damage.
OXYGENATED FUELS
DO NOT USE E85 FUEL. IT WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems
resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more
than the percentages of oxygenates stated below are not
covered under warranty.
Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume
(commonly referred to as E10) is acceptable. E85 is not.
ADDING/CHECKING PUMP OIL
See Figure 8, page 20.
 Unscrew the pump oil cap/dipstick by turning counter-
clockwise.
 Before first use, pour the entire contents of the pump oil
bottle provided into the oil reservoir.
After initial use, add pump oil until the fluid level rises
between the MIN and MAX reference levels on the
dipstick. Do not overfill.
NOTE: Avoid using too much oil. Ensure that the level of
the oil does not exceed the maximum reference level on
the dipstick.
 Replace the pump oil cap/dipstick and securely tighten.
NOTE: This pump has a total oil capacity of 30 oz. (887.2ml).
ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK
See Figure 9, page 20.
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and
explosive. To prevent serious personal injury and
property damage, handle gasoline with care. Keep
away from ignition sources, handle outdoors only,
do not smoke while adding fuel, and wipe up spills
immediately.
When adding gas to the air compressor, make sure the unit
is sitting on a flat, level surface. If the engine is hot, let the
air compressor cool before adding gas. ALWAYS fill the fuel
tank outdoors with the machine turned off.
NOTE: Use unleaded gas only. DO NOT mix oil with gas.
 Before removing the fuel cap, clean the area around it.
Remove the fuel cap.
 Insert a clean funnel into the fuel tank then slowly
pour gasoline into the tank. Fill tank to approximately
1-1/2 in. below the top of the tank neck (this allows for
fuel expansion).
 Replace fuel cap and tighten securely.
 Clean up any spills before starting the engine.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add
fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Move at least 30 ft. from refueling site before
starting engine. Do not smoke and stay away from
open flames and sparks! Failure to follow these
instructions could result in serious personal injury.
ATTACHING/DISCONNECTING A HOSE
See Figure 10, page 20.
 Make sure the air compressor is off.
 Rotate pressure regulator knob fully counterclockwise.
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