HOW TO SET UP YOUR UNIT
Location of the Air Compressor
•
Locate the air compressor in a
clean, dry, and well ventilated
area.
•
Locate the air compressor at
least 12" away from the wall or
other obstructions that will
interfere with the flow of air.
•
Locate the air compressor as
close to the main power supply
as possible to avoid using long
lengths of electrical wiring.
NOTE: Long lengths of electrical
wiring could cause power loss to
the motor.
•
The air filter must be kept clear
of obstructions which could
reduce air flow to the air
compressor.
Anchoring of the Air
Compressor
tank and cause an explosion. The
compressor must be properly
mounted.
The air compressor MUST be bolted
to a solid, level surface.
Hardware needed:
4 - Concrete anchors (not supplied)
4 - 3/8" Lag screw to fit concrete
anchors (not supplied)
4 - 5/8" Washer shims (found in
parts bag, if needed)
INSTALLATION
Excessive Vibration
can weaken the air
1.
Place the air compressor on on a
solid, level surface.
2.
Mark the surface using the holes
in the air compressor feet as a
template.
3.
Drill holes in the surface for the
concrete anchors. Install
concrete anchors.
4.
Line-up holes in surface with
holes in air compressor feet.
5.
Place the (4) washers between
the floor and air compressor feet.
If needed, solid shims may be
placed between the washers and
floor to evenly distribute weight
on all four feet. See next figure.
6.
Place the (4) 3/8" lag screws
5/8" Washer
(not supplied)
Shim Under
Washer
(not supplied)
through the air compressor feet,
washers, shims, and into the
anchors.
7.
Torque 3/8" lag screws to 7-10
ft.-lbs.
11-ENG
3/8" Lag
Screw
(not
supplied)
Surface Line
Concrete Anchor
(not supplied)
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