Fortress Technologies 70734 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
back of the manual (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the
receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
HIGH PERFORMANCE
WHEELBARROW AIR
Using an engine indoors
can Kill yOU in MinUteS.
engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
this is a poison you cannot see or smell.
neVer use inside
a home or garage,
eVen iF doors and
windows are open.
email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1‑888‑866‑5797 as soon as possible.
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Copyright
2024 by Harbor Freight Tools
No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in
any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
9 GALLON
COMPRESSOR
Only use OUtSiDe
and far away from
windows, doors,
and vents.
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
®
. All rights reserved.
read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SaVe tHiS ManUal.
24b
SERIES
AIR COMPRESSOR

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
  • Page 2 Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. Addresses practices not related to personal injury. Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    A moment ensure the switch is in the off-position of inattention while operating a compressor before moving the compressor. may result in serious personal injury. Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 3...
  • Page 4: Operating Precautions

    Do not modify the equipment and do not use the capacity when transporting the Compressor. equipment for a purpose for which it is not intended. Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 5: Service Precautions

    9. Compressor head gets hot during operation. pacemaker failure. Caution is necessary when Do not touch it or allow children nearby near the engine’s magneto or recoil starter. during or immediately following operation. SaVe tHeSe inStrUctiOnS. Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 5...
  • Page 6: Symbol Definitions

    WARNING marking concerning National pipe thread, tapered Risk of Respiratory Injury. Operate engine OUTSIDE and far National pipe thread, straight away from windows, doors, and vents. WARNING marking concerning Risk of Explosion. Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 7 PTO (power takeoff ‑ the output shaft) Required Engine Idle Speed 2360 RPM ± 50 RPM Note: Engine specifications are found in the engine manual supplied with this equipment. Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 7...
  • Page 8 Breather air Filter Oil Sight Glass Safety Valve Handles Oil Drain pilot Drain plug Hour Valve Valve x2 Meter Belt Guard regulator air Outlets tank Outlet pressure pressure Gauge Gauge Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 9 Safety Valve - Automatically releases air Open if Air Tank pressure exceeds the preset pilot Valve maximum. In an emergency, the ring can be pulled to relieve tank air pressure. Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 9...
  • Page 10 Thread Air Filter onto the side of the Cylinder Head. Filter install Oil Fill Breather Remove shipping plug and replace with Oil Fill Breather. Do not overtighten. Oil Fill Breather Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 11: Checking The Oil

    2. Open Pilot Valve. 6. Let the unit run for 30 minutes. 3. Check all fluid levels in engine and pump. 7. Turn Engine OFF. 4. Start engine following the General Operating Instructions. Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 11...
  • Page 12: Using The Compressor

    3. Move the Fuel Valve to the ON position. 4. To start a cold engine, move the Choke Lever to START (choked) position. To restart a warm engine, leave the Choke Lever in the RUN position. Start rUn Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 13 Turn the knob clockwise to increase the pressure and counterclockwise to decrease pressure. Adjust the pressure gradually, while checking the air output gauge to set the pressure. Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 13...
  • Page 14 Turn the Engine Switch off. c. Close the Fuel Valve. WarninG! tO preVent SeriOUS inJUry: the fuel valve must be closed before moving the engine to prevent fuel leakage and fire. Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 15: Emergency Depressurization

    Depressurization If it is necessary to quickly depressurize the Compressor, turn the Engine Switch OFF. Then pull the ring on the Safety Valve to quickly release stored air pressure. Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 15...
  • Page 16: Cleaning, Maintenance, And Lubrication

    Glass the FULL level on Oil Sight Glass. FUll 6. Replace and tighten Oil Fill Breather. Oil Drain plug 7. Discard old oil according to local, state and federal regulations. Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 17: Air Filter Maintenance

    Adjustment Bolt clockwise to shift engine away from other pulley. Retighten Engine Mount Bolts and retest tension. If belt is too long to be properly tensioned, belt must be replaced. 5. Replace Belt Guard before use. Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 17...
  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    Check for abnormal noise or vibration. f. Check for air leaks. g. Inspect belts. h. Wipe off any oil or dirt from the compressor. Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    4. Blown gaskets. 4. Replace if gaskets proven faulty on inspection. 5. Slipping belt. 5. Tighten Belt (See Maintenance.) Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine. Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 19...
  • Page 20: Please Read The Following Carefully

    LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. Page 20 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 21 Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Reference UPC  1 93175510303. Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 21...
  • Page 22: Parts List

    Air Filter Regulator Head Cover Elbow Connector Flat Washer Handle Spring Washer Drain Valve M8 Socket Bolt After‑cooler Gasket Foot Exhaust Connector Flat Washer After‑cooler M8 Hex Bolt M8 Socket Bolt Page 22 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Item 70734...
  • Page 23: Assembly Diagram

    Diagram Item 70734 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 23...
  • Page 24 limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.

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