Owner`s manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction and Definitions of Safety Warnings------------------------------------------------------- 2
Safety Warnings – Risk of Asphyxiation & Bursting---------------------------------------------------- 3
Safety Warnings – Risk of Electrocution, Shock, Explosion, & Fire-------------------------------- 3
Safety Warnings – Risk of Moving Parts, Burns, & Lifting--------------------------------------------- 4
Safety Warnings – Risk of Propelled Objects, Unsafe Operation, and Damage---------------- 4
To Compressor or Property
Identification of System Controls--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-6
Pre-Start Checklist---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Operation---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Maintenance------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9-10
Troubleshooting-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
Guarantee--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new ROLAIR air compressor!
With over 50 years experience building ROLAIR air compressors specifically designed for the professional,
Associate Engineering Corporation has earned a reputation for providing a product unsurpassed in quality
and reliability. We are committed to continuing this tradition by analyzing and adapting to the changing
needs and rigorous demands of your industry. You can depend on ROLAIR because they are built to last.
This manual was compiled for the benefit of the operator. Do not use or allow anyone else to use your air
compressor until this manual is read and all safety/operating instructions are understood. By reading and
following the instructions contained in this manual, you can achieve years of trouble free service from your
new air compressor. If you have any additional safety or operating questions after reading this manual,
please contact your distributor or our customer service department. Do not remove or paint over any of
the warning decals attached to the compressor.
Definitions – Safety Warnings
Safety symbols are used throughout this manual to alert you to potentially hazardous situations. The
following definitions describe the level of severity for each signal word.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
COULD result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in minor or moderate injury or damage to the air
compressor.