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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.