Central Pneumatic 34844 Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

AIR BRUSH COMPRESSOR

®

ASSEMBL Y and OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. / Camarillo, CA 9301 1

Copyright © 1997 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved.

No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any

shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

SPECIFICATIONS

Air Pressure Rating 30 PSI
Air Production 2 CFM
Motor 1/8 HP, 115V, .6 amps
Air Outlet 1/8" NPT

SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need the manual for the safety warnings and cautions, assembly instructions, operating
procedures, maintenance procedures, trouble shooting, parts list, and diagram. Keep your
invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover . Keep both
this manual and your invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.

SAFETY W ARNING & CAUTIONS

WARNING: When using pneumatic equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of personal injury and hazards due to over pressurization.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL!

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries.

2. OBSERVE WORK AREA CONDITIONS. Do not use tools in damp, wet, or poorly lit
locations. Don’t e xpose to rain. Keep work area well lit. Do not use electrically powered air
compressors in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.

3. KEEP CHILDREN A WAY. Children must nev er be allo wed in the work area. Do not let
them handle machines, tools, or hoses.

4. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use , tools must be loc ked up in a dry location
to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.

5. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for
which it was intended. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the
tool’s capacities.

6. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment
to do the work of a larger industrial tool. Do not use a tool for a purpose for which it was not
intended.

7. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelr y as they can be caught in
moving parts. Non-skid f ootwear is recommended. Wear restrictive hair co vering to contain
long hair.

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8. USE EYE AND EAR PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI approved chemical splash

goggles when working with chemicals. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles
at other times. W ear a full face shield if you are producing metal filings or wood chips . Wear
an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical
dusts and mists.

9. DO NOT ABUSE THE PO WER CORD. Do not y ank compressor’ s cord to disconnect it

from the receptacle. Do not carry tools by the cord.

10. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach

over or across running machines.

11. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer

performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect
compressor’s cord periodically and, if damaged, have them repaired by an authorized
technician. Inspect all hoses for leaks prior to use. The handles must be kept clean, dry,
and free from oil and grease at all times.

12. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Make it a habit to check that keys

and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before plugging
it in.

13. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Do not carry any tool with your finger on the

trigger, whether it is connected to the compressor or not.

14. ST AY ALER T . W atch what y ou are doing; use common sense. Do not operate an y tool

when you are tired.

15. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged

should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or mounting
fixtures; and any other condition that ma y affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician. Do not use the tool if any
switch does not turn on and off properly .

16. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES. When servicing, use only identical

replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories
intended for use with this tool. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight
Tools.

17. DO NOT OPERATE T OOL IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS.

Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired
while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.

18. DRAIN COMPRESSOR EVERY DAY. Do not allow moisture to build up inside the

compressor. Do not allow compressor to sit pressurized for longer than one hour.

19. Make sure that regulator is set at least 10 PSI lower than the lowest rated piece of

equipment you are using.

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