Operating Instructions
Operation (Cont.)
2. Turning knob clockwise increases air
pressure at outlet.
3. Turning counterclockwise will lower
air pressure at outlet.
4. Fully counterclockwise will shut off
flow of air completely.
Close
Figure 8
REGULATED OUTLET GAUGE
1. This gauge shows at-a-glance, air
pressure at outlet. Air pressure is
measured in pounds per square inch
(PSI).
2. Be sure this gauge reads ZERO
before changing air tools or
disconnecting hose from outlet.
Figure 9
TANK PRESSURE GAUGE
Gauge shows pressure in air receiver
indicating compressor is building pressure
properly.
Release all
WARNING
!
pressure and
disconnect power before making any
repair.
Maintenance
1. Check compressor for any visible
problems, especially check oil level
to be sure it is at full line.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Operation
Drain Tank
Check Oil Level
Check Safety Valve
Change Oil
Clean Air Filter
2. Pull ring on safety valve and allow it
to snap back to normal position.
Figure 10
WARNING
!
be replaced if it cannot be actuated or
Open
it leaks air after ring is released.
Attach
3. Turn power OFF and clean dust and
Hose
dirt from motor, tank, air lines and
pump cooling fins.
TANK DRAINAGE
1. Daily with compressor shut off:
Drain moisture from tanks by
opening drain cocks underneath
end of tanks.
2. There are two drain cocks, one for
each tank. Open both by turning
counter-clockwise.
3. Tilt unit to drain liquid. Dispose of
condensation properly according to
all laws and regulations.
Drain
Cock
Open
Tilt to drain
Figure 11
Daily
G
G
Safety valve must
Drain
Cock
Monthly
G
G
G (More often
in dusty conditions)
5
FP2000, FP2012
OIL CHANGE
1. Allow compressor to run and warm
up oil.
2. Position a pan under pump end of
unit.
3. Unplug unit. Remove drain plug,
allow oil to collect in pan. Tilt unit
to completely drain.
4. Replace drain plug, fill pump to full
line on dipstick. Use Chevron
synthetic 5W-30, Mobil 1 5W-30 or
0W-30 synthetic motor oil. Using
other types of oil will cause starting
problems.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
1. Locate and remove the two Phillips
head screws on the top of the air
deflector over the cylinder head of
the pump.
2. Lift off cover to expose the air filter.
3. Remove filter. Clean with air blast
or soap and water. Replace filter if
clogged or damaged.
4. Replace air deflector and screws. Do
not operate without air
deflector as the pump will
overheat and become damaged.
Phillips Head Screws
Deflector
Filter
Figure 12
THERMAL OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
This compressor is
WARNING
!
equipped with a
automatic reset thermal overload
protector which will shut off motor if it
becomes overheated. Motor can
automatically restart at any time. Keep
away from moving parts at all times.
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