Harbor Freight Tools 65204 - Manual (Page 9)

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Pilot
Valve
8. Pilot Valve. Open the Pilot Valve
before starting the engine. It relieves
resistance on the engine to make
starting easier. It is shown in the
open position above. Push the pin
over to one side to close it.
equiPmeNt set uP
read the eNtire imPOrtaNt
saFetY iNFOrmatiON
section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.
Note: For additional information regarding
the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to the Assembly Diagrams near
the end of this manual.
unpacking
Note: Do not use the air cleaner to lift or
move the compressor. It is not de-
signed to withstand such force.
When unpacking, make sure that the
item is intact and undamaged. If any parts
are missing or broken, please call Harbor
Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon
as possible.
mounting
The compressor may vibrate strongly 1.
during use, so mounting is needed to
prevent movement.
Before use, mount the compressor
2.
securely using all four mounting holes
to a solid, level surface, such as a
concrete slab or truck bed.
Rubber pads (not included) may be
3.
used at the mounting points to reduce
vibration.
equipment Oil Fill
imPOrtaNt. tO PreVeNt PrOPertY
damaGe aNd VOidiNG OF tHe
WarraNtY:
Before first use, fill the compres-
sor with compressor oil as follows:
Remove the Breather Vent (22) and
1.
fill with 1.37 quarts of premium quality
SAE 30-weight, non-detergent, syn-
thetic air compressor oil. Do not mix
oils of different types.
Check the oil level at the Oil Sight
2.
Glass. The oil level should be at the
middle of the Glass. Add or drain
oil as needed until it is at the proper
level.
Thread the Breather Vent (22) back
3.
into place, being careful not to cross-
thread it or strip its threads.
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