Start-Up Procedures; Air Hose And Tool Use - NorthStar M459212B.6 Owner's Manual

Start-Up Procedures

CAUTION: Break-in period
Before initial use, open drain valves and run the
compressor for 20 minutes to break-in pump parts.
1. Before Starting:
Drain storage tank and close drain valve.
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Close regulator.
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2. Turn the unloader to the engine START
position. (Figure 7)
Engine Start
Figure 7
3. Starting engine. (See the Honda engine manual
for more details.)
a. Move fuel valve lever to the ON position.
b. For a cold engine, move choke lever to the
CLOSED position. For a warm engine, leave
in OPEN position.
c. Turn engine switch to ON position.
d. Grab the recoil starter grip and rapidly pull out
the starter cord. Allow starter cord to return
slowly.
4. When engine starts, gradually move choke lever
to OPEN position.
5. After engine has started, move the unloader to
the engine RUN position.
6. Open the regulator and adjust it to the correct
pressure setting.
7. The compressor is now ready to use.
8. The unloader will maintain pressure in the tank
between 100 to 130 PSI.
9. Under long, continuous-run operating
conditions, be prepared to:
Check and refuel on a regular basis. See
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engine Owner's Manual for more detail.
Check engine oil level each time you refuel.
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WARNING: Overheating
This compressor is not equipped with "auto shut off". Do
not allow to overheat. Failure to allow adequate
ventilation or restrict the air flow may cause the
machine to overheat.
Engine Run
Pressure control related devices. Never remove,
adjust, bypass, change, modify or make substitutions for
safety/relief valves, pressure switches or other pressure
control related devices. Over-pressurization of the
compressor could result and cause explosion.
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WARNING: Inflatables/Low PSI tire
Never use compressor to inflate small low-pressure
objects, i.e., balloons/inflatables, small or low volume
PSI tires. It is easy to over-pressurize them, causing
them to rupture. Use a gauge to check the pressure
regularly. Observe the inflation capacity of the object
prior to filling with air.
WARNING: Bursting hazard
Too much air pressure causes a hazardous risk of
bursting. Check the manufacturer's maximum pressure
rating for air tools and accessories. The regulator outlet
pressure must never exceed the maximum pressure
rating.

Air Hose and Tool Use

WARNING
NEVER over-pressurize the receiver tank or air tools
beyond nameplate capacity. Do not operate the unit at
pressures, temperatures or rotational speeds in excess
of manufacturer's recommendations. Be sure all
accessory equipment and system components meets or
exceeds the pressures and temperatures developed by
the unit. Exceeding the pressure rating could cause
them to explode or fly apart.
Compressor and any tools must be sized
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properly- consider the maximum pressure
requirements and air volume of each. (Maximum
operating pressure of your compressor and
volume rating is listed in "Specifications" section
of this manual.)
Inspect hoses for holes or rupture points.
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Ensure the switch is in the OFF position and
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regulator pressure gauge reads zero before
changing air tools or disconnecting hose from air
outlet. Failure to do so could result in personal
injury.
NEVER use air tools or attachments without first
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determining the maximum pressure
recommended for that equipment.
CAUTION: Incompatible component
hazard
Do not operate this unit with any components rated less
than the maximum operating pressure of the unit (130
PSI) unless a regulator limiting pressure is used.
Note: Many tools are rated for only 90 PSI. It is
acceptable to use a tool rated for 90 PSI when max.
pressure of compressor is 130 ONLY if a regulator
is used and the regulated pressure is 90 PSI or less.