Equipment Safety

• If your compressor is engine driven make sure to check the engine oil level each time you use it.
• When changing or adding oil, do not overfill the engine crankcase. Overfilling oil may cause smoking, hard starting, spark plug fouling, and oil saturation of the air filter.
• Make sure to check the pump oil level daily or with each use.
• Use fresh gas in your air compressor. If you do not plan to use your air compressor in 30 days, stabilize the gas with fuel stabilizer.
• Serious damage may result if compressor break-in instructions are not closely followed.
• Don’t forget the air filter. All air compressors have an air filter to keep the dirt and dust out of the compressor pump. If you run the compressor in a dusty environment, check and clean the air filter often.
• Moisture can condense in a unit, so it is extremely important to drain the tank after every 4 hours of use or daily. If left in the tank, moisture could cause rust and weaken the tank.
• Maintain your air compressor according to the maintenance schedule for peak performance and safety.

Personal Safety

• Always read the manufacturer's operator manual and carefully follow all safety and operation rules.
• Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable, allow engine to cool at least 2 minutes before refueling.
• Always wear safety glasses and hearing protection when using a compressor.
• Do not adjust pressure greater than maximum rating of attachments or inflatable.
• Ensure the pressure safety-valve ring is properly grounded receptacle.
• Only plug compressor into a properly grounded receptacle.
• Do not direct air stream at self or others.

Usage Tips

There are five basic steps to operating an air compressor. Your steps may vary from those shown below depending on your compressor.

• Step 1: Check the oil level to make sure the compressor is properly lubricated.
• Step 2: For electric motors, plug the unit into the correct grounded, 3-pronged outlet, turn on the pressure switch on and close the tank drain valve. For engine driven compressors, open start valve, start engine, then close start valve and tank drain valve. Finger tighten drain valve until air stops leaking, never use pliers.
• Step 3: Adjust the pressure for the tool you will be using and the job you will be doing. Never exceed recommended pressure for the tool or the job.
• Step 4: When finished, shut off the motor, unplug the unit, and turn off the regulator valve. Next pull the safety valve ring to release most of the tanks compressed air. Open tank drain valve to remove condensate and remaining air from the tank.
• Step 5: Leave drain valve open until the next time the compressor is used. Store compressor, hose and any attachments.