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8-Gallon Electric Air Compressor
Owner's Manual
WARNING:
Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety
precautions may result in serious personal injury or property damage.
Item #53009
READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury or property damage. Item #53009 READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
- Page 2 Thank you very much for choosing a NorthStar™ product! For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below: Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________ Purchase Date: ____________________________________________ Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Important Safety Information ....................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings ....................... 7 Grounding .............................. 9 Extension Cords ..........................10 Main Parts of Model 53009 ......................... 11 Ref. 1 Air Filter Set ..........................12 Ref. 2: Wheel Set ..........................13 Before Each Use ..........................13 Operating Instructions ........................ -
Page 4: Intended Use
Intended Use The NorthStar 8-Gallon Electric Air Compressor provides compressed air used primarily for operating air tools and pressuring other objects that require high air pressure, such as tires. Do not use for low- pressure objects such as balloons, air mattresses, and sport balls, which can explode quickly and easily. - Page 5 this equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended. Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements. ⚠WARNING This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. ...
- Page 6 Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the compressor. Do not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the tool may result in serious personal injury. ...
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Page 7: Specific Operation Warnings
Specific Operation Warnings ⚠WARNING Moisture in supply air when compressed will form into droplets as it leaves air compressor pump and enters receiver tank. When humidity is high or when a compressor is in continuous use for an extended period of time, a significant amount of moisture will collect in the tank. Part of the moisture will be discharged in the outlet air. - Page 8 ⚠WARNING FLYING OBJECTS HAZARD Always wear the proper protective equipment including ANSI Z87.1 compliant eye protection. Air-powered equipment and power tools are capable of propelling items (metal chips, fasteners, and particulates) at high speed into the air and could result in injury. ...
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Page 9: Grounding
⚠WARNING EXPLOSION AND FIRE HAZARD Do not use the compressor in the presence of gasoline, solvents, flammable liquids, or flammable vapors. This compressor can produce sparks which can ignite flammable liquids and vapors, causing fire or explosion. Abrasive tools such as grinders, drills and other tools are capable of making sparks that can ignite flammable materials, liquids and vapors causing fire or explosion. -
Page 10: Extension Cords
Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two-Prong Plugs Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding. They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard Association, and the National Electrical Code. (See Figure B.) Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the following illustration. -
Page 11: Main Parts Of Model 53009
Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas. Main Parts of Model 53009 1. Pressure Switch-Auto/Off switch: In AUTO position, compressor shuts off automatically when tank pressure reaches maximum preset pressure. In OFF position, compressor will not operate. -
Page 12: Ref. 1 Air Filter Set
6. Regulator: The air coming from the air tank is controlled by the regulator knob. Turn the regulation knob clockwise to increase discharge pressure, and counter-clockwise to decrease discharge pressure. Follow tool operating instruction for recommended pressure range. 7. ASME Safety Valve: The valve is designed to prevent system failure by relieving pressure from the system when the compressed air reaches a predetermined level. -
Page 13: Ref. 2: Wheel Set
Ref. 2: Wheel Set 1. Attach the tank wheels to the tank frame using the tank wheel bolts and o-rings in mounting structure. 2. The convex side of the wheel rims has to face inwards toward the air tank. ⚠WARNING ... -
Page 14: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions ⚠CAUTION BREAK IN PERIOD Before initial use, open the drain valve and run the compressor without air tools attached and through open air for 20 minutes to break-in pump parts. 1. Verify that the pressure switch is in the OFF position. 2. - Page 15 When operating the air compressor, make sure all other people and animals maintain a safe distance. Do not move the air compressor when the air tank is under pressure. Never use the air hoses to pull or move the air compressor. ...
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Page 16: After Each Use
vapors. This compressor can produce sparks which can ignite flammable liquids and vapors, causing fire or explosion. Abrasive tools such as grinders, drills and other tools are capable of making sparks that can ignite flammable materials, liquids and vapors causing fire or explosion. ... -
Page 17: Maintenance
Maintenance ⚠WARNING Always disconnect, lock out, and tag the main power supply and then release air pressure from the air tank before cleaning, adjusting, or servicing the compressor. Make sure all guards and shields are replaced before re-starting. Maintain the product by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the following recommended procedures. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
Inspect Air Filter. Inspect the compressor’s air filter on a weekly basis. A dirty air filter will not allow the air compressor to operate at full capacity. Clean air filter if dirty and restricted air flow. Replace the air filter every 12 months or 1000 hours. Note: Do not operate with the air filter removed. -
Page 19: Parts Diagram- Air Receiver Tank
Failure Possible Cause Corrective Action Loose piping Tighten as required Foreign material on piston Clean piston Undersized unit for air requirements Contact your compressor distributor Air leaks in the system Fix leaks Compressor over heated Restricted air filter Clean or replace filter Worn or damage on valve Clean or replace valves Pressure switch unloading valve may be... -
Page 20: Parts List
Parts List Reference Part Number Part Description Quantity 3401X034B Air tank 2405012 Drain valve 3433013-A Rubber pad set 2B20-FM08 Hexagon head nut 2402054 Tank wheel 2N52-30*12 O-Ring 2418001 Tank wheel bolt 2414025 Check valve 2N06-01T02H Unloading elbow 3B2-02*170F Unloading tube set 2T02-04*0400 Exhaust soft tube 2N01-001... -
Page 21: Parts Diagram- Pump
Parts Diagram- Pump Page 21 of 24... -
Page 22: Parts List
Parts List Reference Part Number Part Description Quantity 3101-WE11 Cylinder head 2B00-M06*065 Hexagon socket set bolt 2G01-WE11 Cylinder head seal 3B13-WE11 In. & ex. valve assembly 2G03-WE11 Valve seat seal 3201-WE11 Cylinder 2214-WE06 Piston ring plate 3B3-WE11 Piston rod set 3201H-WE11 Cylinder support 3B8-WE1100... -
Page 23: Limited Warranty
Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or "Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or "Your") that the NorthStar product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of four years from date of purchase. - Page 24 Distributed by: Northern Tool & Equipment Company, Inc. Burnsville, Minnesota 55306 www.northerntool.com Made in Taiwan Page 24 of 24...
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I need wheel and wheel bolt for the 53009 compressor. It was missing from the box.
The NorthStar 53009 compressor includes a wheel set with the following components:
- Tank wheels
- Tank wheel bolts
- O-rings for mounting
The convex side of the wheel rims must face inward toward the air tank to prevent the wheels from getting stuck during movement.
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