Ryobi YN301PL1 - Manual (Page 12)

12 - English
OPERATiON
TRANSPORTiNG THE AiR COMPRESSOR UP
OR dOWN STAiRS
See Figure 5, page 17.
To transport the air compressor down stairs:

Using the carrying handle get a firm grasp of the unit. Lift
the unit into a safe and comfortable carrying position.
NOTE: Use good lifting techniques and get help if
needed.
 With proper footing and balance, carry the unit down one
step at a time.
 Use care in transporting the unit down or up stairs to avoid
damage to the stairs, damage to the unit, and personal
injury.
 Lower the air compressor until it sits securely on a flat
surface.
TOOL STORAGE
See Figure 6 - 7, page 17.

Pneumatic accessories may be stored in the accessory
compartment.
NOTE: Always disconnect the tools from the air hose
and securely close the accessory compartment before
storage.

Certain pneumatic nailers can be mounted to the sides
of the air compressor using the side connect storage
areas. Framing and roofing nailers should not be stowed
in these storage areas as they are too large.
NOTE: Never rest the trigger of the nailer/stapler tool on
this storage mount.

The air compressor should be stored on a stable flat
surface either in the horizontal or upright position.
NOTE: Do not suspend the air compressor as it may result
in damage to the air compressor or personal injury.
AUTO/OFF
See Figure 8, page 17.

Connect the air compressor to a power supply. Turn
the power switch to the AUTO position to power the
compressor on, as shown in the start up section of the
quick reference label.
NOTE: Do not run the compressor in the vertical position.

To turn the air compressor off, turn the power switch to
the OFF position.
NOTE: When the compressor is in the AUTO position, the
air compressor will automatically turn back on when the tank
air pressure drops below the preset pressure limit. It will also
shut off again when the max pressure is reached.
RESETTiNG THE COMPRESSOR
When amperage into the air compressor exceeds the specified
amperage, the air compressor will automatically shut off.
To reset the air compressor:

Turn the air compressor off.
 Unplug the air compressor to allow unit to cool and to
trigger reset.
NOTE: If the overload protector is actuated, the motor
must be allowed to cool down for 30 minutes.
 Plug the air compressor into an approved outlet.
 Turn the air compressor on.
WARNiNG
Never exceed the air tool’s pressure rating as
recommended by the manufacturer. When using this
air compressor as an inflation device, always follow the
maximum inflation guidelines stated by the manufacturer
of the item being inflated.
WARNiNG
Always ensure the switch is in the OFF position and
the regulator pressure gauge reads zero (0) psi before
changing air tools or disconnecting the hose from the air
outlet. Failure to do so could result in possible serious
personal injury.
CONNECTiNG/diSCONNECTiNG HOSES TO
THE AiR COMPRESSOR
See Figures 8 - 10, pages 17 - 18.
When connecting a pneumatic air nailer or other air tool
always follow the manufacturer’s recommended start-up
procedure.
When connecting/disconnecting a hose to the air compressor
always do the following:

Ensure AUTO/OFF switch is in the OFF position and the
air compressor is unplugged.
 Confirm that the outlet pressure is at zero (0) psi by fully
turning the regulator knob counterclockwise to fully re-
duce air pressure at the outlet.
NOTE: Turning the knob clockwise increases air pressure
at the outlet. Turning counterclockwise reduces air pres-
sure at the outlet.
 Attach coiled air hose to coupler on the side of the air
compressor.
 Connect the air compressor to a power supply and turn
power switch to the AUTO position.