MANUAL OIL-Lube Portable Air Compressor Look inside for: • • • • Safety Instructions Installation & Operation Maintenance & Storage Troubleshooting Guide CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all its safety rules and instructions. Record the following for future reference: Serial #: ____________________________ Date of Purchase: Attach a copy of your sales receipt. Created 03/02 Part No.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Safety Definitions .................................................................................................. 3 Glossary ................................................................................................................ 3 Duty Cycle ............................................................................................................ 3 Description of Operation .......................................................................................
Safety Definitions The information listed below should be read and understood by the operator. This information is given to protect the user while operating and storing the air compressor. We utilize the symbols below to allow the reader to recognize important information about their safety. CAUTION DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Description of Operation Drain Valve: Used to drain condensation from the air tank. Located at bottom of tank. Pressure Relief Valve: The pressure relief valve located on the side of the pressure switch, is designed to automatically release compressed air when the air compressor reaches cut-out pressure. The released air should only escape momentarily and the valve should then close. Motor Thermal Overload: The motor has an automatic thermal overload protector.
Risk of Falling Operation of the air compressor should always be in a position that is stable. Never use the air compressor on a rooftop or elevated position that could allow the unit to fall or be tipped over. Use additional air hose for elevated jobs. Risk from Flying Objects Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses with side shields when the air compressor is in use.
Installation & Assembly Handle Assembly Attach the handle to the frame with the saddle bolts from the outside of the handle and the knobs on the inside. Extension Cords Use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the product. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. Cords must not exceed 25 feet and No.
Operating Procedures Daily Start-Up Procedures 1. Set the Auto-On/Off lever to the Off position. 2. Check the air compressor visually for any damage or obstruction. 3. Close the drain valve. 4. Check the oil level of the pump. 5. Plug the power cord into the proper receptacle. 6. Turn the Auto-On/Off lever to the On-Auto position and the compressor will start and build air pressure in the tank to cut-out pressure and then shut off automatically. 7.
Maintenance-Cont. Note Torque the sight glass 10-12 inch lbs. when re-assembling. Be sure the gasket is between the sight glass and the pump crankcase. Oil Changing For changing the pump oil, be sure to do the following: 1. Turn the unit off and unplug the power cord from the receptacle. 2. Allow the compressor time to cool if it has been in operation. 3. Open the drain valve to bleed all air from the tank. 4. Close the drain valve. 5. Remove the oil fill plug on the pump. 6.
PROBLEM Excessive tank pressure. POSSIBLE CORRECTION Move the Auto-On/Off lever to the Off position. If the unit doesn’t shut off, unplug it from the power source and contact Midwest Air Technologies. Motor will not start. Make sure power cord is plugged in and the switch is on. Check the reset button (if equipped) on the motor. Reset if needed or allow 30 minutes for cooling period. Inspect for the proper size fuse in your circuit box. If the fuse was tripped, reset it and restart the unit.
Limited Warranty Midwest Air Technologies, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that each new air compressor and service part is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective product or part as follows from the original date of purchase. 1 YEAR – Warranty on all air compressor products.
