Operating Instructions
Maintenance
(Continued)
THERMAL OvERLOAD PROTECTOR
Turn off the pressure switch or unplug
compressor for 20 minutes and allow
it to cool. Reset the unit. Switch unit
to OFF (
) and turn ON ( ) again to
resume work.
This compressor
is equipped with
a manual reset thermal overload
protector which will shut off motor
if it becomes overheated.
If thermal overload protector shuts
motor off frequently look for the
following causes.
1. Low voltage.
2. Wrong gauge wire or length of
extension cord.
3. Clogged air filter.
4. Lack of proper ventilation.
The motor must
be allowed to cool
down before start-up is possible.
The motor will automatically restart
without warning if left plugged into
electrical outlet, if the motor is turned
on.
Notes
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END OF OPERATION/STORAGE
1. Turn ON/OFF switch (
position (
).
2. Unplug power cord from wall outlet
and wrap around handle to prevent
damage when not in use.
3. Wearing safety glasses drain tank of
air by pulling the ring on the safety
valve. Use other hand to deflect
fast moving air from being directed
toward your face.
4. Drain tank of condensation by
opening drain valve on bottom of
tank. Tank pressure should be below
10 psi when draining tank.
5. Air hose should be disconnected
from compressor and hung open
ends down to allow any moisture to
drain.
6. Compressor and hose should be
stored in a cool, dry place.
6
) to OFF