Use and Care Manual

11 – English
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
Operating some air-powered tools
Operating air accessories such as air nozzles and tire
inflators
Operating some air-powered paint spraying products
RAISING AND LOWERING THE HANDLE
See Figure 5, page 23.
 To raise the handle (for moving the air compressor): pull
the handle release knob until the handle is up and release
to lock in place. Insert the handle lock pin to secure the
handle in place.
 To lower the handle (for storing or transporting the air
compressor): remove the handle lock pin, then pull the
handle release knob out and lower the handle to the down
position.
Never use the handle to lift the air compressor. The handle
should only be used for moving the unit by rolling it on its
wheels.
ADDING/CHECKING ENGINE OIL
See Figures 6 - 7, page 23.
NOTE: This machine has been shipped with approximately
2 oz. of oil in the engine from testing. You must add oil to
the engine before starting it the first time.
NOTICE:
Any attempt to start the engine without adding oil
will result in engine failure.
To add engine oil:
 Place air compressor on a flat, level surface. Do not tilt.
 Unscrew the engine oil cap/dipstick by turning counter-
clockwise.
 Before first use, pour the entire contents of the oil bottle
provided into the oil reservoir.
After initial use, add 4-stroke engine oil (SAE 30 or SAE
10W30) until the fluid level rises between the hatched
area on the dipstick. Do not overfill.
NOTE: Avoid using too much oil. Ensure that the level of
the oil does not rise above the upper hatched area.
 Replace the engine oil cap/dipstick and securely tighten.
NOTE: This engine has a total oil capacity of 20 oz. (0.6 liters).
To check engine oil level:
 Place air compressor on a flat, level surface. Do not tilt.
 Remove engine oil cap/dipstick.
 Wipe engine oil cap/dipstick clean and re-seat in hole.
Do not rethread.
 Remove engine oil cap/dipstick again and check oil level. Oil
level should be between the hatched area on the dipstick.
 If level is low, add engine oil until the fluid level rises to
the upper portion of the hatched area on the dipstick.
OPERATION
 Replace and secure the engine oil cap/dipstick.
NOTICE:
Do not overfill. Overfilling the crankcase may cause
excessive smoke and engine damage.
ADDING/CHECKING PUMP OIL
See Figure 8, page 23.
 Unscrew the pump oil cap by turning counterclockwise.
 Before first use, pour the entire contents of the pump oil
bottle provided into the oil reservoir.
After initial use, add pump oil until the fluid level rises to
the top of the red dot in the center of the sight glass. Do
not overfill.
NOTE: Avoid using too much oil. Ensure that the level
of the oil does not exceed the top of the red dot in the
center of the sight glass.
 Replace the pump oil cap and securely tighten.
NOTE: This pump has a total oil capacity of 30 oz.
OXYGENATED FUELS
NOTICE:
Do not use E15 or E85 fuel (or fuel containing
greater than 10% ethanol) in this product. It is
a violation of federal law and will damage the
unit and void your warranty.
Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting
from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the
percentages of oxygenates stated below are not covered
under warranty.
Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume
(commonly referred to as E10) is acceptable. E15 and E85
are not.
ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK
See Figure 9, page 23.
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and
explosive. To prevent serious personal injury and
property damage, handle gasoline with care. Keep
away from ignition sources, handle outdoors only,
do not smoke while adding fuel, and wipe up spills
immediately.
When adding gas to the air compressor, make sure the unit
is sitting on a flat, level surface. If the engine is hot, let the
air compressor cool before adding gas. ALWAYS fill the fuel
tank outdoors with the machine turned off.
NOTE: Use unleaded gas only. DO NOT mix oil with gas.