Maintenance - DeWalt DXCMH1393075 Instruction Manual

To prolong the air compressor's life, it is recommended to run at high
throttle 50-75% of the run time and idle for 25% of the run time.
9. Attach hose and accessory.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Firmly grasp hose in hand
when installing or disconnecting to prevent hose whip.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Do not use damaged or
worn accessories.
CAUTION: Risk of unsafe operation. Compressed air from the
unit may contain wa ter condensation and oil mist. Do not spray
un fil tered air at an item that could be damaged by moisture. Some
air op er ated tools or de vic es may require filtered air. Read the
in struc tions for the air tool or device.
Shut-down
1. Place the engine START/RUN/OFF switch (C) to the OFF Position.
2. Place the fuel valve lever (M) in the OFF postion.
NOTE: If finished using compressor, follow Steps 3–5.
3. Remove hose and accessory.
4. Pull ring on safety valve (G) allowing air to bleed from the tank
until tank pressure is approximately 20 psi. Release safety
valve ring.
5. Drain the air tank. See Draining Air Tank under Maintenance.
WARNING: Risk of bursting. Drain air tank daily. Water will
condense in air tank. If not drained, water will corrode and weaken
the air tank causing a risk of air tank rupture.

MAINTENANCE

(refer to Fig. 1, pg. 2)
The following procedures must be followed when maintenance or
service is performed on the air compressor.
1. Ensure engine START/RUN/OFF switch (C) is in the OFF position.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire.
3. Drain air tank.
4. Allow air compressor to cool down before starting service
NOTE: All compressed air systems contain maintenance parts (e.g.
oil, filters, separators) that are periodically replaced. These used parts
may contain substances that are regulated and must be disposed of in
accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
NOTE: Take note of the positions and locations of parts during
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