reaches cut-out pressure, the check valve closes, allowing air
pressure to remain inside the air tank.
AIR INTAKE FILTER
The filter (A) is designed to clean air entering the
pump. To ensure the pump continually receives a
clean, cool, and dry air supply the filter must always
be clean and the filter intake must be free from
obstructions.
AIR TANK DRAIN VALVE
The drain valve (F) is located at the base of the
air tank and is used to drain condensation at
the end of each use. See Draining Air Tank
under Maintenance.
TANK PRESSURE GAUGE
The tank pressure gauge (C) indicates the
reserve air pressure in the tank.
MAGNETIC STARTER
NOTE: These units require a magnetic
starter.
Magnetic starters (J) that are not factory
mounted on the compressor can be
mounted on the wall if desired. Mount as
close to compressor as possible. Size the
wires, protect them with conduit, and provide branch circuit
protection per the National Electrical Code.
GLOBE VALVE/AIR DISCHARGE VALVE: (sold separately, not
shown)
Opens and closes air distribution from compressor. See Air
Distribution System paragraph under Installation.
REGULATOR (sold separately, not shown):
An air pressure regulator or a separate air transformer which
combines the functions of air regulation and/or moisture and
A
dirt removal is recommended for most applications. See Air
Distribution System paragraph under Installation.
AIR COMPRESSOR PUMP
The pump compresses air into the air tank. Working air is not available
until the compressor has raised the air tank pressure above that
required at the air outlet.
MAGNETIC STARTER RESET SWITCH
If the motor shuts down because of overload, wait 10–15 minutes
so the motor can cool down. To restart:
1.
Set the Auto/Off switch to OFF (O).
F
2.
Allow the motor to cool.
3.
Depress the reset button (K) on the
J
magnetic starter.
C
4.
Set the Auto/Off switch to AUTO (-).
INSTALLATION
Assembly (Fig. 1)
Unpack the air compressor. Inspect the unit for damage. If the
unit has been damaged in transit, contact the carrier and
complete a damage claim. Do this immediately because there are
time limitations to damage claims.
The carton should contain:
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Check the compressor's serial label to ensure that you have
received the model ordered, and that it has the required pressure
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