COMPANION 921.153501 Manual Del Usuario página 7

Operating Procedures
Maintenance
Daily Start-Up Procedures
1. Set the Auto-On/Off lever to the Off position.
2. Check the air compressor visually for any damage or
obstruction.
3. Close the drain valve.
4. Connect the air hose to the quick connect socket on
the regulator assembly by inserting the quick connect
plug on the air hose into the quick connect socket. The
quick connect socket collar will snap forward and lock
the plug into place providing an air tight seal between
the socket and plug.To release the air hose push the
collar back on the quick connect socket.
5. Plug the power cord into the proper receptacle.
6. Turn the Auto-On/Off lever to the On-Auto position and
the compressor will start and build air pressure in the
tank to cut-out pressure and then shut off automatically.
7. Adjust the regulator to a PSI setting that is needed for
your application and be sure it is within the safety
standards required to pedorm the task. If using a
pneumatic tool, the manufacturer should have
recommendations in the manual for that particular tool
on operating PSI settings.
8. The air compressor is now ready for use.
When draining the tank, always use ear and eye protection.
Drain the tank in a suitable location; condensation will be
present in most cases of draining.
NOTE; Any service procedure not covered in the
maintenance schedule below should be performed by
qualified service personnel.
The air compressor should be turned off and unplugged
from the power source before any maintenance is
performed as well as the air bled from the tank and the unit
allowed time to cool. Personal injuries could occur from
moving parts, electrical sources, compressed air or hot
surfaces,
To ensure efficient operation and longer life of the air
compressor unit, a routine maintenance schedule should
be followed. The following schedule is geared toward a
consumer whose compressor is used in a normal working
environment on a daily basis.
Before each use
Items to Check/Change or daily
Check Tank £afety Valve X
Overall Unit Visual Check X
Check Air Filter X
Water that remains in the tank during storage will corrode
and weaken the air tank which could cause the tank to
rupture. To avoid serious injury, be sure to drain the tank
after each use or daily.
Daily Shut-Down Procedures
1. Set the Auto-On/Off lever to the Off position.
2. Unplug the power cord from the receptacle.
3. Set the outlet pressure to zero on the regulator.
4. Remove any air tools or accessories.
5. Drain the tank of air in a suitable location. In most
cases, condensation will be present when draining the
tank. Open the drain valve allowing air to bleed from
the tank. After all of the air has bled from the tank,
close the drain valve to prevent debris buildup in the
valve.
Storage •
For storing the air compressor, be sure to do the following:
1, Turn the unit off and unplug the power cord from the
receptacle.
2. Remove all air hoses, accessories, and air tools from
the air compressor,
3. Open the drain valve to bleed all air from the tank.
4. Close the drain valve.
5. Perform the daily maintenance schedule.
6. Store the air compressor in a clean and dry location.
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