OPERATION
NOTE: The air compressor will shut off during an electrical
overload. To reset the internal overload switch, turn off the
air compressor and allow the unit to cool. Remove and then
reinstall the battery packs before resuming operation.
When finished, always drain the tank, turn the unit off,
and remove the battery packs. Never leave the unit on
and/or running unattended.
DRAINING THE TANK
See Figures 5 - 6, page 14.
To help prevent tank corrosion and keep moisture out
of the air used, the air tank of the compressor should be
drained daily.
To drain:
Turn the air compressor off and remove the battery packs.
Pull the ring on the safety valve to release air until tank
pressure gauge reads less than 20 psi.
Release the ring.
Rotate drain valves counterclockwise to open.
Tilt tank to drain moisture from tank into a suitable
container.
NOTE: Condensate is a polluting material and should be
disposed of in compliance with local regulations.
If a drain valve is clogged, release all air pressure, remove
and clean valve, then reinstall.
WARNING:
Turn off the air compressor, remove battery packs, and
release all air from the tank before servicing. Failure to
depressurize tank before attempting to remove valve
could cause serious personal injury.
Rotate drain valve clockwise until tightly closed
WARNING:
RISK OF BURSTING. All compressed air tanks have
a limited lifespan. The lifespan can be affected by a
number of factors, including operating conditions of
the air compressor, proper maintenance of the tank,
and unauthorized repairs and modifications. Since
deterioration of the tank can occur internally with no
outward signs, the air tank(s) on this compressor MUST
be removed from service by the end of the year shown
on the data label. Use of the air compressor after this
date increases the risk of an air tank rupture, which could
result in serious personal injury.
CHECKING THE SAFETY VALVE
See Figure 5, page 14.
DANGER:
Do not attempt to tamper with the safety valve. Anything
loosened from this device could fly up and hit you. Failure
to heed this warning could result in death or serious
personal injury.
The safety valve will automatically release air if the air tank
pressure exceeds the cut-out pressure. The valve should be
checked before each day of use by pulling the ring by hand.
Install the battery pack.
Turn the air compressor on and allow the tank to fill. The
compressor will shut off when the pressure reaches the
cut-out pressure.
Turn the air compressor off.
Pull the ring on the safety valve to release air for three to
five seconds to allow pressurized air to escape. Release
the ring. The safety release valve must reset and hold
pressure before all compressed air is exhausted from the
tank/pressure vessel.
Any continued loss of air after performing the above steps
indicates a problem with the safety valve. Discontinue
use and seek service before continued use of the air
compressor.
WARNING:
If air leaks after the ring has been released or if the valve
is stuck and cannot be actuated by the ring, do not
use the air compressor until the safety valve has been
replaced. Use of the air compressor in this condition
could result in serious personal injury.
RESET BUTTON
See Figure 7, page 14.
When amperage into the air compressor exceeds the spec-
ified amperage, the internal overload switch will cause the
air compressor to automatically shut off.
To reset the air compressor:
Turn the air compressor off.
Remove the battery pack.
Press the reset button.
Install the battery pack.
Turn the air compressor on.
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