Check Safety Valve
1. Pull ring on safety valve (see Figure 11) and observe that
safety valve operates freely.
2. If valve is stuck or does not operate smoothly, it must be
replaced with same type of valve.Take unit to authorized
service facility for repair.
Check Quick Connect Fitting and
Tank Drain Valve
1. Push ON - OFF switch to OFF and unplug unit.
2. Disconnect air tool or accessory from unit.
3. Pull ring on safety valve to reduce air pressure. Release
safety valve ring.
4. Open drain valve (turn fully counterclockwise, see Figure
5, earlier) and permit accumulated water to be
discharged.Valve should operate smoothly and have full
range of operation.
5. After water has drained, close drain valve fully clockwise.
NOTE: If drain valve is plugged, pull safety valve ring to fully
drain air from tank. Remove, clean and reinstall drain valve.
Inspect Pump Oil Level
Inspecting Pump Oil Level
Use these steps to inspect oil level:
1. Place unit on a flat, level surface.
2. Carefully observe sight glass and verify that oil level is at
proper level (see Figure 12).
3. If pump oil level is too low, add recommended oil to
proper level (see Figure 12). If oil is above MAXIMUM
Oil Level, drain excess oil, as described in CHANGING
PUMP OIL on page 14.
Cleaning Unit
To prolong compressor life, perform these steps weekly. If the
operating environment is particularly dirty, perform daily.
1. Push ON - OFF switch to OFF and unplug unit.
2. Use a soft cloth and a small brush for cleaning
accumulated dirt and debris from following locations:
• Oil fill and adjacent area on air pump housing
• Oil drain on air pump housing
• Instrument panel gauges, quick connect fitting, and
regulator
MAINTENANCE
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Figure 11 - Safety Valve
• DO NOT direct air stream at self or others.
• Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses with side
shields.
Compressed air stream from hose or tank drain
can cause soft tissue damage to exposed skin and
can propel objects leading to severe injury
and / or property damage.
WARNING
• DO NOT touch compressor or tubing.
• Allow compressor to cool before servicing.
Operating air compressor and tubing are HOT
and can cause burns.
WARNING
Safety
Valve Ring
Figure 12 - Pump Oil Fill Information
Oil Drain Plug
Oil Fill
Location
MAXIMUM
Oil Level
Oil Breather Cap
PROPER
Oil Level
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