OPERATION
Before being operated with pressurized tanks for the first time, your new
compressor requires a simple set-up procedure that will help your unit deliver
years of trouble-free service. Failure to follow all initial set-up instructions may
result in serious damage to your compressor, property damage, or serious injury
to operator and bystanders. Do not allow compressor to pressurize tanks until
all set-up steps have been performed.
SET UP PROCEDURE
1. Read the entire engine manual.
2. Check compressor oil level, and fill
as needed. (See #10 below)
3. Fill the fuel tank carefully, observing
all safety rules for handling gasoline.
Don't overfill - leave 1/2" at filler
opening for expansion.
4. Open the tank drain cock (A),
or outlet valve.
5. Start the engine (see page 9), and
run the compressor for 20 minutes
with drain cock open to lubricate
the bearings and pistons.
6. After 20 minutes, close the drain
valve or outlet valve.
7. Compressor is now ready for normal,
pressurized operation.
8. After first 24 hours of operation,
check V-belt tension. Correct tension
setting is 1/2" of slack when measu-
red at midpoint between pulleys.
9. Check bolts and nuts periodically and
tighten when necessary.
10. Check oil level at sight glass (B). Oil level must be maintained between "L" (Low)
and "H" (High) indicator lines. To add oil, remove oil filler plug (C) and fill until
sight glass shows proper level. Change oil after first 100 hours of operation.
Add non-detergent mineral oil to compressor.
DANGER
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