Bostitch CAP1645-OF Portable Generator User Manual


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Store compressor in a vertical or horzitional position.
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PREPARATION FOR USE
Do not operate this unit until you read this instruction manual for safety,
operation and maintenance instructions.
PRE-START CHECKLIST (FIG. 1)
1. EnsuretheAuto/Offswitch(L)isintheOFFposition.
2. Plug the power cord into the correct branch circuit receptacle. See Voltage and Circuit
Protection under Installation.
3. Ensure air tank is drained, see Draining Air Tank underMaintenance.
4. Ensurethedrainvalve(M)isclosed.
5. Ensure safety valve (G) is functioning properly, see Checking Safety Valve (G) under
Maintenance.
6. Pull the regulator knob (F) out and turn counterclockwise until fully closed. Ensure
Regulated Pressure Gauge (D) reads 0 psi. Push knob in to lock in place.
7. Attach hose and accessories. NOTE: Alwaysuseaminimum3/8"(9.5mm)orgreaterair
hose rated at 300 psi.
Risk of unsafe operation. Firmly grasp air hose in hand when installing or
disconnecting to prevent hose whip.
Risk of unsafe operation. Do not use damaged or worn accessories.
Risk of Bursting. Too much air pressure causes a hazardous risk of bursting.
Check the manufacturer’s maximum pressure rating for air tools and accessories. The Regulator
(F) outlet pressure setting must never exceed the maximum pressure rating of the tool or
accessory.
OPERATING PROCEDURES
START-UP (FIG. 1)
1. Follow Pre-Start Checklist underPreparationforUse.
Risk of property damage. Do not operate in vertical position. Vertical position is
for storage only.
2. MovetheAuto/OffswitchtotheAUTOpositionandallowtankpressuretobuild.Motorwill
stop when tank pressure reaches cut-out pressure.
Risk of unsafe operation. Compressed air from the unit may contain wa ter con-
densation and oil mist. Do not spray un fil tered air at an item that could be damaged by moisture.
Some air op er ated tools or de vic es may require filtered air. Read the in struc tions for the air tool
or device.
3. Adjust regulator (F) to desired setting. See Regulator under Features.
SHUT-DOWN (FIG. 1)
1. MoveAuto/Offswitch(L)totheOFFposition.
NOTE: If finished using compressor, follow Steps 2–6.
NOTE: When the unit has been turned off, it is normal to hear a short hiss of air being released.
NOTE: Unplugunitwhennotinuse.
2. Pull the regulator knob (F) out and turn counterclockwise until fully closed. Ensure regulated
pressure gauge reads 0 psi. Push knob in to lock in place.
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