Product Manual

(Gas Drive Models)

Please refer to your engine operation manual for proper starting instructions.

Gasoline driven compressors are equipped with a cold start valve for loadless starts.

Note: In some instances, it still may be necessary lift the toggle on the unloader/pilot

valve to relieve the head pressure. See page 11

Battery Connection Instructions for Electric Start Engines

Note:

Make sure to follow instructions carefully to avoid a short and possible damage to the

starter solenoid and/or battery.

Connect the positive (+) terminal on the battery to the starter solenoid.

Connect the negative (-) terminal on the battery to an engine mounting bolt or other

acceptable ground connection.

Always connect the positive (+) battery cable to the starter solenoid before connecting the

negative (-) battery cable.

Cold Start Procedure (Gasoline Engine Units)

Do Not Operate Gasoline Engine Units in an Enclosed Area.

• Release any remaining tank pressure by slowly opening the manual drain valve.

• Turn on the engine gasoline supply.

• Put the choke in the “On” position.

• Close the service valve and put Unloader lever in the “unload” (A) position for Briggs and

Stratton and Honda engine driven models, or the “load” (B) position for Kohler engine models.

• Start the engine, release the choke, and allow the engine to warm up for two to three minutes.

• Return the unloader lever to the “load” (B) position on Briggs and Stratton and Honda driven

models.

Note: Turn the gasoline supply off when the compressor is not being used.

NUMBER 2 WIRE OR LARGER IS REQUIRED

(-)

(+)

GROUND

WARNING