Table Of Contents - NorthStar M459392L Owner's Manual

Gasoline portable air compressor

Table of Contents

Equipment Protection Quick Facts .................................................................................................................................... 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................................. 2

ABOUT YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR........................................................................................................................... 4

SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ................................................................................................................................ 6

SAFETY ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Hazard Signal Word Definitions ........................................................................................................................................ 7

SAFETY LABELING ................................................................................................................................................... 8

Safety Decal Locations .................................................................................................................................................... 8

Safety Decals................................................................................................................................................................... 9

INITIAL SET-UP ....................................................................................................................................................... 10

Step 1. Inspect & Unpack ................................................................................................................................................. 10

Components: ................................................................................................................................................................. 10

Fasteners:...................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Step 2. Assembly .............................................................................................................................................................. 10

Attach tires and handle: ................................................................................................................................................. 10

Step 3. Select Suitable Location ...................................................................................................................................... 11

Outdoor Use Only .......................................................................................................................................................... 11

Install Spark Arrestor (if Required) ................................................................................................................................. 11

Installing Air Discharge Hose/Piping ............................................................................................................................... 11

Follow Safety Rules for Operation ................................................................................................................................... 12

Preparing for Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 12

Check/Add Oil to the Engine and Pump.......................................................................................................................... 12

Check and Fill Gasoline Tank ......................................................................................................................................... 13

Inspect Fuel System/Check for Leaks ............................................................................................................................ 13

Start-Up Procedures ......................................................................................................................................................... 13

Air Hose and Tool Use...................................................................................................................................................... 14

Attaching Air Hose and Tools ......................................................................................................................................... 15

Using Compressor for Spraying ...................................................................................................................................... 15

Moisture in Compressed Air ........................................................................................................................................... 15

Shutdown Procedures ...................................................................................................................................................... 15

STORAGE ................................................................................................................................................................ 16

Between-Use Storage ....................................................................................................................................................... 16

Drain air receiver tank .................................................................................................................................................... 16

Choose a storage location .............................................................................................................................................. 16

Long term storage preparation ........................................................................................................................................ 16

MAINTENANCE & REPAIR ...................................................................................................................................... 17

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUMMARY ................................................................................................................ 17

DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS - MAINTENANCE & REPAIR ..................................................................................... 17

Inspect Safety/Relief Valve ............................................................................................................................................ 17

Inspect Air Filter ............................................................................................................................................................. 17

Inspect Compressor for Air Leaks .................................................................................................................................. 17

Engine Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................... 18

Change Pump Oil........................................................................................................................................................... 18

Drain Receiver Tank and Inspect Tank ........................................................................................................................... 18

Check Drive Belt for Tension and Alignment ................................................................................................................... 18