Use and Care Manual

12- ENG

MOTOR RESET SWITCH AND WIRING

 WARNING

Ensure that all guards and shrouds are in place before

pressing the reset switch to restart the motor.

TOPS senses both temperature and current, providing more complete motor

overload protection than a magnetic starter, which senses only current. If TOPS

senses an overload condition, it will automatically shut down the compressor.

Allow 10-15 minutes for the unit to cool down, than

press the reset button on the motor to restart the

compressor.

If the motor shuts down because of overload, wait

10–15 minutes so the motor can cool down, then

press (NEVER force) the reset switch (see A) to

restart the motor (see Fig. 5).

Note: On stationary models not supplied with a

power cord, the electrical power must be wired into

the pressure switch by a Licensed Electrician.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

BREAK-IN OF THE PUMP (Fig. 6)

NOTE: The pump is shipped with break–in oil which should be changed after

the first 8 hours of operation.

1. Make sure the power is connected at the power panel.

2. Check the oil level in the pump (see “Checking the Oil” in the maintenance

section).

3. Open the petcock (see F).

 WARNING

Escaping air and moisture can propel debris that

may cause eye injury. Wear safety goggles when opening petcock.

4. Turn ON the main power disconnect switch. Turn the pressure switch to the

AUTO position (see D). The motor should start. Allow the compressor to run

for 30 minutes, to break in the internal parts.

NOTE: If the unit does not operate properly, SHUT DOWN IMMEDIATELY, and

contact your nearest Service Center or call the factory’s Customer

Service Department. DO NOT return the unit to the store where it was

purchased.

5. Shut OFF the main power disconnect. Close the petcock (see E). Connect

your air hoseto the tank outlet.

NOTE: As compressed air is used, the pressure switch will restart the motor

automatically to supply more compressed air to the tank.

Fig. 5