RIDGID GP80150RTB Manual Del Operador página 15

OPERATION
 Insert the other end of the quick-connect air fitting to the
quick-connect coupler on the open end of hose.
 Start the air compressor as described in Starting and
Stopping the Air Compressor.
 Turn ball valve lever on unregulated air hose to ON
position, allowing air flow from compressor tank to
removable tank.
 Pull out and rotate pressure regulator knob to desired
line pressure. Turning the knob clockwise increases air
pressure at the outlet; turning counterclockwise reduces
air pressure at the outlet.
 Following all safety precautions in this manual and the
manufacturer's instructions in the air tool manual, you
may now proceed to use your air-powered tool.
CAUTION:
Air powered tools may require more air consumption
than this air compressor is capable of providing.
Check the tool manual to avoid damage to the tool
or risk of personal injury.
 Control the amount of air flow with the pressure regula-
tor knob. Turning the knob fully counterclockwise will
completely stop the flow of air.
NOTE: Always use the minimum amount of pressure
necessary for your application. Using a higher pressure
than needed will drain air from the tank more rapidly and
cause the unit to cycle on more frequently.
 When finished, always stop the engine and drain the
tanks. Never leave the unit running unattended.
 Allow air compressor to cool then replace tank.
DRAINING THE TANKS
See Figure 21, page 28.
WARNING:
Risk of burn injury. Stop the engine and allow at
least 30 minutes of cooling time before attempting
to touch the safety valves to depressurize the
tanks. Surfaces in and around the safety valves
may be hot during operation.
To help prevent tank corrosion and keep moisture out of the
air used, the air tanks of the compressor should be drained
daily.
NOTE: The air compressor has two tanks and two drain
valves. Be sure to perform this operation for each tank.
To drain:
 Make sure the air compressor is off.
 Pull the ring on the safety valve to release air until tank
pressure gauge reads less than 20 psi.
 Release the ring.
 Rotate drain valve counterclockwise (ON) to open.
 Tilt tank to drain moisture from tank into a suitable
container.
NOTE: Condensate is a polluting material and should be
disposed of in compliance with local regulations.
 If drain valve is clogged, release all air pressure, remove
and clean valve, then reinstall.
WARNING:
Stop the air compressor, disconnect the spark
plug wire, and release all air from the tanks before
servicing. Failure to depressurize tanks before
attempting to remove valve can cause serious
personal injury.
 Rotate drain valve clockwise (OFF) until tightly closed.
 Repeat above procedure for second tank.
WARNING:
RISK OF BURSTING. All compressed air
tanks have a limited lifespan. The lifespan can
be affected by a number of factors, including
operating conditions of the air compressor, proper
maintenance of the tank, and unauthorized repairs
and modifications. Since deterioration of the tank
can occur internally with no outward signs, the
air tank(s) on this compressor MUST be removed
from service by the end of the year shown on the
data label.
Tank life may be extended beyond this date by
having a certified tank inspection performed
before this date, and every 5 years following this
date, for as long as the tank is in use. Use of the
air compressor after this date without passing the
certified inspection increases the risk of an air tank
rupture, which could result in serious personal
injury.
CHECKING THE SAFETY VALVES
See Figure 21, page 28.
WARNING:
Risk of burn injury. Stop the engine and allow at
least 30 minutes of cooling time before attempting
to touch the safety valves to depressurize the
tanks. Surfaces in and around the safety valves
may be hot during operation.
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