WORK AREA 1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate compressors in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Compressors create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. 3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a compressor. Provide barriers or shields as needed. ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1.
6. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Make sure you are wearing your protective clothing, safety glasses with side shields and dust mask or air respirator, if appropriate. TOOL USE AND CARE 1. Do not force the compressor. Use the correct compressor for your application. The correct compressor will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. Never attempt to force the compressor to provide more pressure than it was designed for. 2.
cause damage to the equipment and void its warranty. Refer to the “Operating Instructions” section for details on filling the Air Compressor with oil. 2. When filling the Air Compressor with oil, make sure to unscrew (do not pull) the Oil Fill Cap to remove. 3. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI-approved safety impact eye goggles, and ear plugs when using the Air Compressor. 4.
15. THIS AIR COMPRESSOR MAY REQUIRE A DEDICATED ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT AS THE AMPERAGE DRAW UNDER FULL LOAD, COMBINED WITH USE OF ANY OTHER ITEM, MAY OVERLOAD YOUR CIRCUIT. 16. Always turn off the Air Compressor in the event of a power failure. 17. Performance of this Air Compressor may vary depending on variations in local line voltage. 18. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Air Compressor. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Setup Dipstick Warning: Fill compressor with oil before using; running with NO OIL or with LOW OIL will void the warranty. The optimal capacity of the oil reservoir is 7.8 ounces of oil. The Dipstick is used to determine if oil is needed. Never operate the compressor without sufficient oil. Use a 30 weight, non-detergent compressor oil. To check the oil: 1. Unscrew the Dipstick. 2. Check the level of the oil. There are two lines on the bottom of the Dipstick.
Operation Caution: Prior to use, inspect the compressor or any damaged parts or unsafe conditions. Make any necessary repairs before using again. Turning Compressor On 1. Verify Tank Drain Valve (A-7) is closed. 2. Verify oil level is correct. 3. Verify that the Safety Valve (A-4) is operational. 4. Turn the Air Flow Valve (A-8) to the OFF position. 5. Plug the power cord into a electrical outlet with a grounding prong. 6. Turn the ON/OFF Switch Lever(A-5) down to turn on.
3. Drain the air tanks after each use by opening the drain petcock or the Tank Drain Valve (A-7). Leave open until the next use. 4. Clean compressor with a damp rag containing mild detergent and water. Do not use flammable liquids or solvents.
Parts List “B” Item Description Qty Item Description Qty B-1 Screw 4 B-22 Connecting Rod 1 B-2 Screw 2 B-23 Crankshaft 1 B-3 Washer 2 B-24 Gasket, Front Cover 1 B-4 Washer 4 B-25 Front Cover 1 B-5 Air Fliter 1 B-26 Washer 1 B-6 Cylinder Case 1 B-27 Washer 4 B-7 Gasket, Crankshaft Cover 1 B-28 Bolt - Oil Drain 1 B-8 Valve Seat 1 B-29 Screw 4 B-9 Gasket, Valve Seat 1 B-30 Crankshaft Case 1 B-10 Valve Plate 2 B-31 Nut 2 B-11 Valve Seat 1 B-3
Assembly Drawing “B” 41 When ordering parts on this page, add the prefix “B” to the part number (Example: B-1 is a Screw) REV 02/04 SKU 42321 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
