GLOSSARY
Become familiar with these terms before operating the unit.
CFM: Cubic feet per minute.
SCFM: Standard cubic feet per minute; a unit of measure of air delivery.
PSIG: Pounds per square inch gauge; a unit of measure of pressure.
Code Certification: Products that bear one or more of the following marks: UL
CUL, CULUS, ETL
, CETL, CETLUS, have been evaluated by OSHA certified
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independent safety labor0atories and meet the applicable Standards for Safety.
Cut-In Pressure: While the motor is off, air tank pressure drops as you continue
to use your accessory. When the tank pressure drops to a certain lower level the
motor will restart automatically. The low pressure at which the motor automatically
restarts is called "cut-in" pressure.
Cut-Out Pressure: When an air compressor is turned on and begins to run, air
pressure in the air tank begins to build. It builds to a certain high pressure before the
motor automatically shuts off, protecting your air tank from pressure higher than its
capacity. The high pressure at which the motor shuts off is called "cut-out" pressure.
Branch Circuit: Circuit carrying electricity from electrical panel to outlet.
DUTY CYCLE
Duty Cycle: For proper operation of your air compressor, it is recommended that a
50% duty cycle be maintained; that is, the air compressor should not run more than
5 minutes in any 10 minute period.
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
Remove unit from carton and discard all packaging.
CHECK PUMP OIL (FIG 1)
The compressor was shipped with oil in the crankcase. A shipping
plug is used to prevent oil from leaking during shipment. Do not attempt to operate
this air compressor without first checking the oil level. Serious damage can result
from even limited operation unless filled with oil and broken in correctly. Closely
follow Initial Set-up under Operation.
Risk
damage. Use SAE 40, non-detergent
air compressor oil only. Multi-weight
automotive engine oils like 10W30
should
not
be
compressors. They leave carbon
deposits on critical components,
thus reducing performance and
compressor life.
1.
Place unit on a level surface.
2.
Remove the shipping plug (T)
and insert the dipstick (Q).
3.
Check oil level. See Pump Oil-
Checking paragraph under Maintenance section for instructions.
of
property
FIG. 1
used
in
air
8 - ENG
Q
T
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