Starting The Compressor - Chicago Pneumatic RCP Series User Manual

Prior to actually running the compressor,
check the following items:
Crankcase oil - Make sure the sight glass
shows ½ full or slightly above.
Make sure all rags, tools, oil, etc. are away
from the unit.
Open the air system to free it of any pressure.
Switch the compressor on for a few
revolutions to make sure the rotation is
correct. Correct rotation is clockwise
when facing the sight glass on the pump.
PLEASE REFER TO YOUR ENGINE OPERATION MANUAL FOR PROPER STARTING
INSTRUCTIONS.
GASOLINE DRIVEN COMPRESSORS ARE EQUIPPED WITH A COLD START
VALVE FOR LOADLESS STARTS. THERE IS NO NEED TO MANUALLY UNLOAD
AIR PRESSURE.
Battery Connection Instructions for Electric Start Engines
Note:Make sure to follow instructions carefully to avoid a short and possible damage
to the starter solenoid and/or battery.
1. Connect the positive (+) terminal on the battery to the starter solenoid.
2. Connect the negative (-) terminal on the battery to an engine mounting bolt or other
acceptable ground connection.
Always connect the positive(+) battery cable to the starter solenoid before connecting
the negative(-) battery cable.
NUMBER 2 WIRE OR LARGER IS REQUIRED
GROUND

STARTING THE COMPRESSOR

STARTING THE COMPRESSOR
(Gas Drive Models)
(-)
BATTERY
(12 Volt)
Operate the compressor for a few minutes
unloaded (air system open) then allow the
compressor to pump up. Make sure the
electrical pressure switch properly switches
off the compressor according to the setting
desired. 175 for Two Stage.
(135 psi - Single Stage or 165 psi - RCP-561VNS)
Make sure the pressure in the tank does
not exceed its rating. Single Stage units - 135 psi
Two Stage units at a maximum of 175 psi.
(165 for Model RCP-561VNS)
If the pressure gauge indicates a pressure that
is higher than these maximum pressures,
shut off compressor immediately and call
your distributor.
(+)
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CAUTION
Starter Solenoid