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Pressure
Release
Valve:
The
pressure
release
valve,
located
on
the-_de
of the pressure
switch,
is
designed
to automatically
release
compressed
air from the compres-
sor head and the outlet tube when
the air compressor
reaches
"cut-out"
pressure
or is shut off. The pressure
release
valve allows
the motor
to
restart
freely.
When the motor
stops
running,
air will be heard escaping
from this valve for a few seconds.
No air should
be heard leaking
when
the motor
i;s running,
or continuous
leaking
after unit reaches
"cut-out"
pressu re.
Motor
Overload
Protector
(not
shown):
The motor
has an automatic
reset thermal
overload
protector.
If
the motor
overheats
for any reason,
the overtoad
protector
will shut off the
motor.
The motor
must
be allowed
to cool down
before
restarting.
The
compressor
wilt automatically
restart
after the motor
cools.
Air Intake
Filter
(not shown)
This
filter is designed
to clean air coming
into the
This filter must always
be clean pump ventilation
and
openings
free
from obstructions.
See Maintenance.
HOW TO USE YOUR
UNLIT
How to Stop:
1.
Set the On/Auto/Off
lever to "Off".
Before
Starting
Do not operate
this
unit until
you read
and understand
this instruction
manual
for safety,
operation
and
maintenance
instructions.
Break-in
Procedure
, _,o,, of Property
Damage.
Serious
damage
may result if the following
break-in
instructions
are not
closely followed.
This procedure
is required
before
the
air compressor
is put into service
and
when
the check
valve or a complete
compressor
pump
has been replaced.
1.
Make sure the On/Auto/Off
lever is
in the "Off" position,
2.
Recheck
all wiring. Make sure
wires are secure at all terminals
connections.
Make sure all con-
tacts move freely and are not
obstructed.
3.
Open the globe valve fully to per-
mit air to escape
and prevent
air
pressure
build up in the air tank
during the break-in
period.
4.
Move the On/Auto/Off
lever to
"On!Auto"
position.
The compres-
sor will start,
5.
Run the compressor
for 15 min-
utes. Make sure the globe valve
is open and there is minimal
air
pressure
build-up
in tank.
6.
Check
all air line fittings
and con-
nections!piping
for air leaks by
applying
a soap solution.
Correct
if necessary.
NOTE:
Minor leaks
can cause the air compressor
to
overwork,
resulting
in premature
breakdown
or inadequate
perfor-
mance.
7.
Check
for excessive
vibration.
Readjust
or shim air compressor
feet, if necessary.
8.
After 15 minutes,
close the globe
valve.
The air receiver
will fill to
"cut-out"
pressure
and the motor
will stop.
Before
Each
Start-Up:
1.
Place On/Auto/Off
lever to "Off".
2.
Close the globe valve.
3.
Attach
hose and accessories.
NOTE:
A regulator
MUST
be
installed
when
using accessories
rated at less than
175 psi.
Risk of unsafe
operation,
Firmly
grasp
air hose
in hand
when
installing
or disconnecting
to
prevent
hose whip.
Risk of unsafe
operation.
Do not
use damaged
or worn
accessories.
N004083
14- ENG
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