LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY King Canada makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. King Canada warrants to the original retail consumer a 2-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each product is free from defects in materials.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting the tool to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power source with voltage greater than that for the specified tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user - as well as damage to the tool.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, user must read and understand instruction manual before using this air compressor. 2) WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHICH COMPLY WITH ANSI Z87.1. Do not direct air stream at body. Do not use compressed air for breathing.
SPECIFICATIONS & ELECTRICAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS Model ......................................8491 Voltage ......................................120V Amperage......................................12A RPM (no load speed) ..................................17,000 Phase ........................................1 Hertz........................................60Hz Maximum operating pressure ..............................150 PSI CFM @ 40 PSI ....................................3.40 CFM @ 90 PSI ....................................2.50 Tank size ....................................6 Gallon WARNING ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY! ALL ADJUSTMENTS OR REPAIRS MUST BE DONE WITH THE COMPRESSOR DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE.
OPERATION CONTROLS CHECK VALVE When the air compressor is operating, the check valve is “open”, allowing compressed air to enter the air tank. When the air compressor reaches “Cut-Out” pressure, the check valve “closes”, allowing air pressure to remain inside the air tank. ON/OFF SWITCH (A) FIG.3 Turn this switch ON (press downwards) to provide power to the automatic pressure switch and OFF to remove power at the end of each use.
SET-UP, OPERATION & STORAGE SETTING UP YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR Operate the air compressor in a dry, clean, cool, well ventilated area. Clean or blow off dust or dirt that collects on the air compressor. A clean air compressor runs cooler and provides longer service. The ventilation openings on your air compressor are necessary to maintain proper operating temperature.
Humidity too high Move compressor to area of less humidity. Risk of electric shock! PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.
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