DeWalt D55371 Manual De Instrucciones página 14

CAUTION: Risk of unsafe operation. Do not operate in vertical
position. Vertical position is for storage only.
CAUTION: Risk of unsafe operation. Compressed air from the unit
may contain wa ter condensation and oil mist. Do not spray un fil­
tered air at an item that could be damaged by moisture. Some air
op er ated tools or de vic es may require filtered air. Read the in struc­
tions for the air tool or device
1. Follow Pre-start Checklist under Preparation for Use.
2. Move the Auto/Off switch to the AUTO(–) position.
3. Select stop start Mode or Constant run Mode. See Dual
Control under Features for description:
stoP stArt MoDe
a. Turn knob on top of pilot valve (M) clockwise until fully
closed.
WARNING: Risk of property damage. Over tightening the Pilot Valve
knob can cause damage to the pilot valve.
b. Allow compressor to reach cut-out pressure. If compressor
does not stop, contact a D
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ConstAnt run MoDe
a. Turn knob on top of pilot valve (M) fully counterclockwise until
fully open.
WARNING: Risk of property damage. Over loosening the pilot valve
knob can cause damage to the pilot valve.
b. The compressor is now in constant run mode. note: After the
compressor reaches blow-off pressure the unit will continue
to run but will not build additional tank pressure until the air is
used and the pilot valve reset pressure is reached. A slight air
noise may be heard while the air is being unloaded through
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the pump head. If compressor shuts off, contact a D
service center or call 1-800-4-D
assistance.
note: For proper operation the pilot valve blow-off pressure must be
below the pressure switch cut out pressure.
4. Adjust regulator (F) to desired setting. See regulator under
Features.
Shut-down (Fig. 1)
1. Move Auto/Off switch (L) to the OFF(O) position. note: If
finished using compressor, follow Steps 2–6. note: If operating in
the constant run mode turn pilot valve knob clockwise until it stops
before moving the Auto/Off switch (L) to the OFF(O) position.
2. Pull the regulator knob (F) out and turn counterclockwise until fully
closed. Ensure regulated pressure gauge reads 0 psi. Push knob
in to lock in place.
3. Remove hose and accessory.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Firmly grasp air hose in hand
when installing or disconnecting to prevent hose whip.
4. Drain the air tank, see Draining Air tank under Maintenance.
Ensure air tank pressure gauge reads 0 psi.
WARNING: Risk of bursting. Drain air tank daily. Water will
condense in air tank. If not drained, water will corrode and weaken
the air tank causing a risk of air tank rupture.
5. Allow the compressor to cool down.
6. Wipe air compressor clean and store in a safe, non-freezing area.
MAINTENANCE
The following procedures must be followed when maintenance or
service is performed on the air compressor.
1. Ensure Auto/Off (L) switch is in the OFF(O) position.
2. Remove air compressor plug from outlet.
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