Instruction manual

OPERATION
NOTE: This machine is designed for use with air bushes or other devices that
require a low volume, low pressure air supply.
1. Check that the mains voltage corresponds with that shown on the data
label on the crankcase cover of the machine.
Ensure that the ON/OFF switch (see fig. 1) is in the ‘OFF’ (O) position. Attach
the air hose to the outlet on the handle, using either the 1/8"BSP thread, the
1/8" BSP adapter. Attach the air tool.
3. To start the compressor, plug in and switch on at the mains supply then switch
the motor switch to the ‘ON’ (I) position - the motor should start immediately.
If it does not.. .refer to ‘Fault Finding’ on p.7.
SHUTTING DOWN THE COMPRESSOR
1. To shut off the compressor, simply switch the ON/OFF switch to the OFF (O)
position. Always use this switch to shut down the compressor. NEVER USE THE
MAINS SWITCH TO STOP MOTOR.
2. Trigger the equipment (spray gun, air tool etc.) to release air from the air
hose before disconnecting the hose from the machine.
WARNING!
NEVER UNSCREW A CONNECTION WHILST THE AIR LINE IS UNDER PRESSURE.
ALWAYS MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE AIR TOOL HAS BEEN TRIGGERED
MAINTENANCE
1. After the first 5 hours of running the compressor, check the cylinder head
screws and retighten - equally to 10 lbs ft. if any have worked loose.
2. Every 50 hours (more frequently if
used in a dusty environment), clean
the air intake filter, by unscrewing
the two screws securing the plastic
end cover prising off the cover then
removing the two screws securing
the air filter.
The filter may be gently washed in
warm soapy water rinsed and
allowed to dry thoroughly before
refitting. It should be renewed if
badly soiled or contaminated with
paint, and if it has been washed
two or three times.
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