Use and Care Manual
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1
Assembling the air compressor unit
This air compressor unit can be installed as part of an air
distribution system. Any tube, pipe, or hose used in an air
distribution system must have a pressure rating higher than
175psi. The minimum recommended pipe size is 1/2 in.
diameter. Using a larger diameter pipe is always better.
Install a shut-off valve on the discharge port of the tank to
control the air flow out of the tank. Locate the valve between
the tank and any piping system.
□ Screw the air filter (A) onto the pump air intake.
2
Install the automatic tank drain (B)
□ Remove existing 1/4 in. drain valve from the bottom of the tank.
□ Install 1/4 in. NPT street elbow (1).
□ Install 1/4 in. NPT x 8 in. pipe nipple (2).
□ Install 1/2 in. x 1/4 in. reducing bell fitting (3).
Assembly
A
B
1
B
2
3
WARNING: Never use plastic (PVC) pipe for compressed
air. Serious injury or death could result.
WARNING: Never install a shut-off valve between the
compressor pump and the tank. Personal injury and/or
equipment damage may occur. Never use reducers in
discharge piping.
NOTE: Do not overtighten. Over the life of the unit, you
will clean or replace the filter as needed.
NOTE: Thread sealant tape should be used on all
threaded connections.
Ref.
No. Description Part Number Qty.
1 1/4 in. - 18 90° Street Elbow ST071211AV 1
2 1/4 in. x 8 in. Nipple ST070369AV 1
3 1/2 in. NPT to 1/2 in. NPT Reducer ST175000AV 1
B Automatic Tank Drain D-141100AV 1
WARNING: Disconnect, tag, and lock out the power
source, and then release all pressure from the system
before attempting to install, service, relocate, or perform
any maintenance.