Briggs & Stratton 074001 - Manual (Page 9)

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OPERATION
Starting Your Air Compressor
1. Make sure ON - OFF switch is in OFF position.
2. Plug power cord into grounded 120 Volt A.C. outlet (see
Figure 4).
3. Turn PRESSURE CONTROL knob counterclockwise until
knob turns without resistance (see Figure 5).
4. Pull ON - OFF switch to ON position. Compressor will
start.
NOTE: If the motor fails to start, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING on page 15.
NOTE: If you hear air leaking, pull quick connect coupler(s)
back until it clicks to reset coupler valve.
The air compressor is fully automatic and is controlled by the
pressure switch.The compressor will run until pressure in the
air tank reaches cut-out pressure.The compressor will restart
when pressure in the air tank falls below the cut-in pressure.
See the Glossary on page 17 for definitions.
NOTE: Always operate the air compressor in well-ventilated
areas free of gasoline or other flammable / combustible
vapors. If the compressor is being used to spray volatile
chemicals (such as paint), locate the compressor at least
20 feet (6.1 meters) away from the spray area.
Stopping Your Air Compressor
1. Push ON - OFF switch to OFF position. Compressor
motor will stop.
2. If you are finished using the compressor, unplug the
compressor’s power cord from the outlet.
3. Pull the safety valve ring to release most of the tank’s
compressed air. Release valve.
4. Open both drain valves to fully drain the air tanks.
NOTE:The compressor generates condensation water that
accumulates in the air tank(s).The water condensate must be
drained every 4 hours or daily.
5. Close both drain valves.
Extension Cords
NOTE: Avoid use of extension cords!
The air compressor should be located where it can be
directly plugged into a grounded outlet. DO NOT use an
extension cord unless absolutely necessary. Instead, increase
the working reach of the air hose by attaching one or more
air hoses together.
If the use of an extension cord cannot be avoided, use these
guidelines:
• Use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade
grounding plug, and a 3-slot outlet that will accept the plug
from the air compressor.
• Make sure the cord is in good condition.
• When compressor is used outdoors, use only extension
cords marked “Intended for Outdoor Use”.
• Follow these length restrictions:
Distance Needed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recommended Gauge
Less than 25 ft. (7.5 M) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 AWG
25 to 50 ft. (7.5 to 15 M) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 AWG
More than 50 ft. (15 M) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Not Recommended
Figure 5 - Air Compressor Control Panel