General AC1200 Operating Manual

3 GALLON (11 LITER) AIR COMPRESSOR

OPERATING MANUAL

RÉSERVOIR DE 3 GALLONS (11 LITRES)

COMPRESSEUR À AIR MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

Model # / Modèle n° AC1200

UPC: 857647 005000

General International Power Products, LLC

6243 Industrial Parkway, Whitehouse, OH 43571

website: www.gipowerproducts.com

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All component parts of General International
products are carefully inspected during all
stages of production and each unit is thoroughly
inspected upon completion of assembly.

2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

All products are warranted for a period of
2 years (24 months) from the date of purchase.
General International agrees to repair or replace
any part or component which upon examination,
proves to be defective in either workmanship
or material to the original purchaser during this
2-year warranty period, subject to the “conditions
and exceptions” as listed below. Repairs
made without the written consent of General
International will void the warranty.

DISCLAIMER:

The information and specications in this manual

pertain to the unit as it was supplied from the
factory at the time of printing. Because we are
committed to making constant improvements,
General International reserves the right to make
changes to components, parts or features of this
unit as deemed necessary, without prior notice
and without obligation to install any such changes
on previously delivered units. Reasonable
care is taken at the factory to ensure that the

specications and information in this manual

corresponds with that of the unit with which it
was supplied. However, special orders and “after

factory” modications may render some or all

information in this manual inapplicable to your
machine. Further, as several generations of this
tool model and several versions of
this manual may be in circulation, if you own an
earlier or later version of this unit, this manual
may not depict your machine exactly. If you have
any doubts or questions contact your retailer or
our support line with the model and serial number

of your unit for clarication.

TO FILE A CLAIM

To le a claim under our Standard 2-year Limited

Warranty, all defective parts, components or
machinery must be returned freight or postage
prepaid to General International, or to a nearby
distributor, repair center or other location
designated by General International. For further
details contact our service department: USA

toll-free [phone] or [phone] /
Canada toll-free [phone] or
[phone] or through our website:
www.gipowerproducts.com.

Along with the return of the product being
claimed for warranty, a copy of the original proof
of purchase and a “letter of claim” must be
included (a warranty claim form can also be used
and can be obtained, upon request, from General
International or an authorized distributor) clearly
stating the model and serial number of the unit
(if applicable) and including an explanation of
the complaint or presumed defect in material or
workmanship.

CONDITIONS AND EXCEPTIONS:

This coverage is extended to the original
purchaser only. Prior warranty registration is not
required but documented proof of purchase i.e. a
copy of original sales invoice or receipt showing
the date and location of the purchase as well as
the purchase price paid, must be provided at the
time of claim.

Warranty does not include failures, breakage
or defects deemed after inspection by General
International to have been directly or indirectly
caused by or resulting from; improper use,
or lack of or improper maintenance, misuse
or abuse, negligence, accidents, damage in
handling or transport, or normal wear and tear of
any generally considered consumable parts or
components.

Repairs made without the written consent of
General International will void all warranty.

GENERAL INTERNATIONAL® WARRANTY

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for purchasing your AC1200 Air
Compressor. Before attempting to operate your new
tool please read these instructions thoroughly. You
will need these instructions for the safety warnings,
precautions, assembly, operation, maintenance
procedures, parts list and diagrams. Keep your
invoice with these instructions. Write the invoice
number on the inside of front cover. Keep the
instructions and invoice in a safe, dry place for
future reference.

WARNING: The warnings, cautions and
instructions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions or situations
that could occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product, but
must be supplied by the operator.

SPECIFICATIONS

Motor ........................... 120V ~ 60Hz,

1/3 HP, 3700rpm

Weight ......................... 22 lb. gross / 19 lb. net

Tank Capacity ............. 3 Gallon

Air Pressure ................ 100 psi

CFM ............................ 0.6@40 psi, 0.5@90 psi

CSA Listed ..................

SAFETY RULES

1. Know your tool. Read this manual carefully. Learn the

tool’s applications and limitations, as well as potential
hazards specific to it.

2. Ground all tools. If the tool is equipped with three-pin

plug, it should be plugged into a three-pin electrical
socket. Never remove the ground pin.

3. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as

pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is
an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
grounded.

4. Do not expose tool to moisture. Don’t use this tool in
damp or wet locations. Keep out of rain.

5. Do not abuse cord. Never use the cord to carry tools

or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from
heat, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk
of electric shock.

6. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before

using the tool. A wrench or key that is left attached to
a moving part of the tool may result in personal injury.

7. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

work areas invite accidents.

8. Keep children away. All children should be kept away
from the work area. Never let a child handle a tool
without strict adult supervision.

9. Do not operate this tool 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 attempt to operate.

10. Use safety equipment. Eye protection should be
worn at all times when operating this tool. Use ANSI
approved safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are
NOT safety glasses. Dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection should be used
in appropriate conditions.

11. Wear proper apparel. Loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry may
present a potential hazard when operating this tool.
Keep all apparel clear of the tool.

12. Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times when operating this tool.

13. Always disconnect the tool from power source
before making any adjustments, storing, servicing,
or changing accessories. Such preventative safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.

14. Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your

application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.

15. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on
and off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

16. Check for damage. Check your tool regularly. If part
of the tool is damaged it should be carefully inspected
to make sure that it can perform its’ intended function
correctly. If in doubt, the part should be repaired.
Refer all servicing to a qualified technician. Consult
your dealer for advice.

17. Keep away from flammables. Do not attempt to
operate this tool near flammable materials or
combustibles. Failure to comply may cause serious
injury or death.

18. Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
untrained persons. Tools may be dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.

19. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean and
properly maintained.

20. Never exceed the pressure rating of any component

in system.

21. Protect material and air lines from damage or
puncture. Keep hose and power cable away from
sharp objects, moisture, chemicals, oil, etc.

22. Check condition of hoses before each use. Do not
use a damaged hose. If hose is damaged, replace
immediately.

23. Read, understand and comply with all warning labels
on unit.

24. Drain tank of moisture after each use. If Compressor
is not to be used for extended periods of time, leave
tank drain valve open to allow moisture to completely
drain from tank.

25. Do not tamper with Safety Valve. The Safety Valve is
factory set for your model air compressor. Any user
adjustments to Safety Valve will automatically void
warranty.

26. Air compressors get hot while in operation.
NEVER touch the motor, discharge tubing or
compressor pump while in operation.

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27. The Compressor operates automatically while the
motor is turned on.

28. Compressed air from the unit may contain carbon

monoxide. Air produced is not suitable for breathing
purposes.

29. Always use a respirator when spraying paint or
chemicals.

30. The air pressure switch is set at the factory for
optimum performance of your equipment. Never
attempt to bypass or remove this switch as serious
damage to equipment or personal injury could result
from excessive air pressure.

KNOW YOUR COMPRESSOR

Air Regulator: The air regulator controls the air
flow pressure. Turn regulator clockwise to increase
air pressure, counter-clockwise to decrease air
pressure.

Air Chuck: Convenient quick disconnect air chuck
allows for fast easy connection to an air hose.

Tank Drain Valve: The Tank Drain Valve can be
opened to allow moisture and compressed air to be
released from the Air Tank.

Power Switch: The red power switch turns the air
compressor on and off.

Note: Always make sure that compressor Power

Switch is in the OFF position before
performing any maintenance or plugging the
compressor into a power supply.

Pressure Gauges: These dual gauges indicate the
amount of air pressure built up in the air tank, as
well as the air pressure being delivered to the air
chuck.

Safety Valve: The Safety Valve device relieves
pressure from the Air Tank in the event of excessive
pressure build up. The Safety Valve is preset at
factory. Do not attempt to make any adjustments to
the Safety Valve. Periodically pull ring on the Safety
Valve end to check that it is working properly.

Air Tank: Powder coated steel tank stores the
compressed air until it is needed.

GETTING STARTED

Before operating your tool, check the contents of
the box to make sure you have everything you will
need.

Items included in the box:
Air Compressor
Air Chuck
Owner’s Manual

ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Before performing any assembly or
maintenance make sure compressor is turned off
and unplugged from the power supply.

Installing the Air Chuck
Note: The use of a sealant tape is recommended on

the threads of the Air Chuck to prevent air leakage.

1. Thread the Air Chuck into the Air Regulator by
turning the Air Chuck clockwise.

2. Securely tighten the Air Chuck in place with a
wrench.

Note: DO NOT over tighten Air Chuck.

Air
Chuck

Air
Regulator

Tank Drain Valve

(not visible in photo)

Power

Switch

Pressure
Gauges

Safety
Valve

Air Tank

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WARNING

Tank Drain Valve should always be opened

slowly to avoid damage to equipment and

possible injury.