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OIL-FREE AIR COMPRESSOR KIT
05/2014
MODEL: 8438

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COPYRIGHT © 2014 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY KING CANADA TOOLS INC.

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Summary of Contents for King Canada 8438

  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    OIL-FREE AIR COMPRESSOR KIT 05/2014 MODEL: 8438 INSTRUCTION MANUAL COPYRIGHT © 2014 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY KING CANADA TOOLS INC.
  • Page 2: Warranty Information

    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.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RISk OF ExPLOSION OR FIRE HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT CAN HAPPEN Always operate the compressor in a well ventilated area free of It is normal for electrical contacts within the motor and pressure combustible materials, gasoline or solvent vapors. If spraying switch to spark.
  • Page 4 SPECIFICATIONS & ELECTRICAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS Model ......................................8438 Voltage ......................................120V Amperage ......................................2.5A RPM (no load speed) ..................................4,500 Phase ........................................1 Hertz........................................60Hz Maximum operating pressure ..............................100 PSI CFM @ 40 PSI ....................................1.0 CFM @ 90 PSI ....................................0.60 Tank size ....................................3 US Gallons WARNING ALL ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
  • Page 5: Operation Controls

    OPERATION CONTROLS CHECK VALVE When the air compressor is operating, the check valve is “open”, allowing com- pressed air to enter the air tank. When the air compressor reaches “Cut-Out” pres- sure, the check valve “closes”, allowing air pressure to remain inside the air tank. ON/OFF SWITCH (A) FIG.3 Turn this switch ON to provide power to the automatic pressure switch and OFF to remove power at the end of each use.
  • Page 6 SET-UP, OPERATION & STORING 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.
  • Page 7: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE Before doing any maintenance or adjustments to your air compressor, the following safety precautions should be taken: - Disconnect electrical power. - Release air tank pressure. Daily or before each use: 1. Drain condensation from tank. 2.