GENERAL SAFETY RULES Additional safety protection will be required in some environments. For example, the working area WARNING: may include exposure to a noise level which can lead to Read and understand all instructions. Failure to hearing damage. The employer and user must ensure follow all instructions listed below may result in electric that any necessary hearing protection is provided shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Never point any tool toward yourself or others. Disconnect the power supply, open the drain valve to decompress the tank and allow water to drain, Keep the exterior of the air compressor dry, clean, and allow the air compressor to become cool to the and free from oil and grease.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Know your power tool. Read the operator’s manual Arcing parts. Use spray gun hose at least 7.6 m long carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well and keep the compressor/motor at least 6 m away from as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
SYMBOLS Do not adjust regulator to result in output pressure greater than marked maximum pressure of attachment. Do not use at pressure greater than the rated maximum pressure of this compressor. Always wear ear protection when using this tool. Failure to do Risk to hearing so may result in hearing loss.
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ELECTRICAL SPEED AND WIRING EXTENSION CORDS The no-load speed of the electric motor varies by model and Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the specification. The motor speed is not constant and decreases air compressor’s plug.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS SCFM (Standard Cubic Feet Per Minute) A unit of measure of air delivery. L/min (Liter Per Minute) A unit of measure of air delivery. Tank Pressure Gauge Indicates the pressure in the air tank. Thermal Overload Switch Automatically shuts off the compressor if the temperature of the electric motor exceeds a predetermined limit.
FEATURES KNOW YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR AIR COMPRESSOR PUMP See Figure 2. To compress air, the piston moves up and down in the cylinder. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all On the down stroke, air is drawn in through the air intake valve operating features and safety rules.
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ASSEMBLY ATTACHING HOSE See Figure 3. Insert the hose into the quick coupler already installed on the compressor (Fig. 3). WARNING: QUICK Do not attach any tools to the open end of the hose until COUPLER start-up has been completed. Firmly grasp the open end of the hose;...
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OPERATION APPLICATIONS WARNING: Air compressors are utilized in a variety of air system Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. applications. Match hoses, connectors, air tools, and Remember that a careless fraction of a second is accessories to the capabilities of the air compressor. sufficient to inflict serious injury.
OPERATION DRAINING THE TANK See Figure 8. To help prevent tank corrosion and keep moisture out of the air used, the tank of the compressor should be drained daily. A correct use of the drain valve: Verify that the compressor is turned off. Holding the handle, tilt the compressor toward the drain valve so that it’s set in a lower position.
MAINTENANCE Inspect the tank yearly for rust, pin holes, or other WARNING: imperfections that could cause it to become unsafe. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most product damage.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution The compressor does not run. Loss of power or overheating. Check for proper use of extension cord. There is no electrical power being Check to be sure the compressor is plugged supplied to compressor or, the power in and the power switch is in the ON position.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST PARTS DIAGRAM − AIR COMPRESSOR...
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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST AIR COMPRESSOR PARTS LIST − MODEL NO. FP197PAK16 The model number will be found on a plate attached to air tank. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your PORTABLE AIR COMPRESSOR or when ordering replacement parts. KEY NO.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST PARTS DIAGRAM − PUMP UNIT...
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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST PUMP UNIT PARTS LIST − MODEL NO. OL197 Always mention the model number when ordering replacement parts. KEY NO. CODE DESCRIPTION 9054016 AIR FILTER ........................ 1 9101558 SCREW TCEI 5X16 LEFT ..................1 9134371 WASHER THEET M5 ....................1 9038320 FAN ..........................
FINISH NAIL GUN lead to loss of control. WARNING: b) Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for the application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer When using tools, basic precautions should always be at the rate for which the tool is designed.
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FINISH NAIL GUN WARNING: SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES a) If not used correctly and without suitable maintenance, Remove finger from the trigger when not driving the finish nail gun can cause serious injury. fasteners. Never carry the tool with finger on trigger, the tool is able to fire a fastener.
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FINISH NAIL GUN 1) Disconnect air hose from tool. Remove all nails from tool. ● ALL SCREWS MUST BE TIGHTENED. If any screws are loose, tighten them. ● THE SAFETY AND TRIGGER MUST MOVE SMOOTHLY. 2) Adjust the air pressure to 70PSI, connect the air hose. Do not load any nails in the tool.
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FINISH NAIL GUN WARNING: Never load fasteners with the workpiece contact or trigger activated. Doing so could result in possible serious personal injury. Too Deep Flush REMOVING THE NAILS 1) Disconnect air supply. 2) Push magazine latch and pull magazine to open position (Fig.
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FINISH NAIL GUN ADJUSTING THE EXHAUST The direction of the exhaust vent can be changed by turning the top cover (Fig. 16). USING THE NO-MAR TIP WARNING: When attaching or detaching the No-Mar Tip, be sure to Safety (A) remove your finger from the trigger and disconnect the air hose from the nailer.
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FINISH NAIL GUN MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION The tool requires lubrication before using the tool for the WARNING: first time and before each use. If an inline oiler is used, manual lubrication through the air inlet is not required on a FASTENER AND REPLACEMENT PARTS daily basis.
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