Product Manual

TRANSPORTING (Portable Compressors)

If the unit is a portable type either hand carry or wheeled portable, care must be taken when

transporting the compressor. When transporting the compressor in a vehicle, trailer, etc. ensure

that the tanks are drained and the unit is secured and placed on a ﬂ at horizontal surface. Secure

the machine in place by use of a rope or some type of strapping. Use care when driving so to avoid

tipping the unit over in the vehicle. Damage can occur to the unit or surrounding items if unit is tipped.

Use a ramp if loading or unloading the unit from a height of more than 12”.

If the unit is a hand carry type compressor, use proper lifting

procedures when lifting or carring the unit. If the unit is a wheeled

portable type compressor, the unit will weigh more than 160 lbs.

Do not move or lift the unit without assistance.

MOVING (Portable units only)

If the unit is a wheeled portable type; When moving the unit into a position for use, grasp handle grips

at rear of compressor, and lift compressor high enough so unit can be rolled on the front tire.

If the unit is a hand carry type; When moving the unit into position for use, grasp the handle at the

center of the unit and lift the unit off the ground. Use proper lifting procedures in order to avoid injury.

Ensure proper footing and use caution when moving compressor

so that unit does not tip or cause loss of balance. When location is

reached slowly lower rear of compressor to ground.

Always store compressor in a horizontal position, on all four

rubber mounts. Should the unit tip over, hard starting and

smoking will occur due to oil spillage.

COMPATIBILITY

Air tools and accessories that are run off the compressor must be compatible with petroleum based

products. If you suspect that a material is not compatible with petroleum products, an air line ﬁ lter for

removal of moisture and oil vapor in compressed air is required.

Always use an air line ﬁ lter to remove moisture and oil vapor when

spraying paint.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The piping, ﬁ ttings, receiver tank, etc. must be certiﬁ ed safe for at least the maximum working

pressure of the unit. Use hard welded or threaded steel or copper pipes, cast iron ﬁ ttings and hoses

that are certiﬁ ed safe for the units discharge pressure and temperature. Use pipe thread sealant on

all threads, and tighten joints thoroughly to prevent air leaks.

Do not use PVC Plastic pipe or ﬁ ttings.

NOTICE

WARNING