Operation (Continued)
staRt-up
To ensure proper operation, unit must be on a
level surface.
1� Fill engine with oil and gasoline per instructions furnished
with engine�
2� Check oil sight glass to verify proper oil level�
3� Turn manual unloader lever up to a horizontal position to
allow the compressor pump to run without compressing air�
to staRt Gasoline enGine
1� Move the choke lever to the CHOKE position, turn the fuel
lever ON, and turn the engine stop switch to the ON position�
2� Pull start grip lightly until resistance is felt, and then pull
briskly�
3� As the engine warms up, gradually move the choke lever to
the open position� See gas engine manual for more details�
4� Run the compressor unloaded for approximately 30 minutes
to break in the pump�
5� After approximately 30 minutes, move the unloader lever
down to the loaded position� The compressor will begin to
pump air into the tank�
When maximum tank pressure is reached, the compressor
automatically unloads, bringing the engine to idle� The engine
remains at idle until tank pressure falls to a preset level� The
engine then accelerates and the compressor pumps additional
air into the tank�
moistuRe in compRessed aiR
Moisture in compressed air will form into droplets as it comes from an air compressor pump� When humidity is high or when a
compressor is in continuous use for an extended period of time, this moisture will collect in the tank� When using a paint spray
or sandblast gun, this water will be carried from the tank through the hose, and out of the gun as droplets mixed with the spray
material�
IMPORTANT: This condensation will cause water spots in a paint job, especially when spraying other than water based paints� If
sandblasting, it will cause the sand to cake and clog the gun, rendering it ineffective� A filter in the air line, located as near to the
gun as possible, will help eliminate this moisture�
Manual Unloader Lever in the
Unloaded Position
figure 6
Manual Unloader Lever in the
Loaded Position
figure 7
Series CE2000
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