Kawasaki 840700 User Manual

1 GALLON AIR COMPRESSOR 2 PEAK HP

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COMPONENT

#840700

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE

POUR LE SERVICE APRÉS VENTE

OU DU CONSOMMATEUR

PARA EL SERVICIO

PARA EL CONSUMIDOR

1-800-590-3723

Printed in China

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. BEFORE USE, READ CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR ALLTRADE PRODUCT, DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.PLEASE CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-800-590-3723. BEFORE YOU CALL, HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE: MODEL No., DATE PURCHASED AND STORE LOCATION. AN ALLTRADE REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE YOUR PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A SUGGESTION OR COMMENT, GIVE US A CALL OR EMAIL US AT: INFO@ALLTRADETOOLS.COM. YOUR FEEDBACK IS VITAL TO US.

KAWASAKI™ IS A TRADEMARK LICENSED BY KAWASAKI™ MOTORS CORP., U.S.A., WHICH DOES NOT MANUFACTURE OR DISTRIBUTE THIS PRODUCT. CONSUMER INQUIRES SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO:

840700 – Twin Tank Air Compressor_Rev 6/20/07

87-1904-60957

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1 Gallon Air Tank Oil Free Direct Drive Pump Thermal Overload Protection for Safety High Flow Regulator for Precision Air Flow Control Tank and Outlet Pressure Gauges

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This air compressor pump is capable of running continuously. However, in order to prolong the life of your air compressor, it is recommended that a 50% to 75% average duty cycle be maintained. Duty cycle refers to the percentage of time a compressor can safely run within a given amount of time expressed as a ratio. Example: Oil lubricated compressors are typically rated at a 50% duty cycle, meaning that the compressor motor can run about 50% of the total time it is being used to supply air to a tool. During the ON time, the motor is running to pressurize the tank. During the OFF time, the motor is stopped and the tools are running off on the pressurized air stored in the tank. If your air tools are draining pressure off of the tank too quickly, the compressor motor must run more than 50% of the time the compressor is in use. This can lead to overheating and will significantly shorten the life of the compressor.

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This air compressor is designed for Household Use Only and is not intended for commercial applications. It is well suited for do-it-yourselfers with a variety of automotive and home uses.

This instruction manual is intended for your benefit. Please read and follow the safety, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting steps described within to ensure your safety and satisfaction. The contents of this instruction manual are based upon the latest product information available at the time of publication. The manufacturer reserves the right to make product changes at any time without notice.

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bbeeffoorree aatttteemmppttiinngg ttoo aasssseemmbbllee,, iinnssttaallll,, ooppeerraattee oor

r mmaaiinnttaaiinn tthhiiss aaiirr ccoommpprreess--

ssoorr..

Failure to comply with the instructions may result in serious personal injury

and/or property damage!

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SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

SAFETY ALERT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS . . . . . . . .3

UNPACKING & INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

SAFETY WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8

INSTALLATION AND LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10

EXTENSION CORDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11

COMPRESSOR FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-14

OPERATING THE AIR COMPRESSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-20

PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-23

PARTS DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-25

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-28

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Thanks for choosing this product. At Alltrade, our aim is to provide you with quality products at an affordable price, and we want you to be totally satisfied with your product and our Customer Service. If any help and advice is needed, please contact us at 1-800-590-3723. Properly cared for, this product will give you many years of satisfaction.

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Two Pole Induction Motor 3500 RPM Power 115V, 60 Hz, 15 Amps Air Delivery 5.1 SCFM output @ 40 PSI

4.1 SCFM output @ 90 PSI

Maximum Pressure 125 PSI Duty Cycle 75%

2.0 Peak HP / 1.1 Running HP

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sshhiippmmeenntt,, hhaannddlliinngg oorr mmiissuussee.. DDaammaaggee mmaayy rreessuullt

t iinn bbuurrssttiinngg,, wwhhiicchh ccaann

ccaauussee sseerriioouuss iinnjjuurryy oorr pprrooppeerrttyy ddaammaaggee.. AAllll ddaammaaggeedd ppaarrttss mmuusstt bbee rreeppaaiirreedd

oorr rreeppllaacceedd aass nneeeeddeedd pprriioorr ttoo ooppeerraattiinngg tthhiiss aaiirr ccoommpprreessssoorr..

Check to see that all nuts, bolts and fittings are secure before putting this air compressor into service. If you have any questions, or require assistance with damaged or missing parts, please contact our Consumer Helpline:

Phone: 1-800-590-3727 E-Mail: info@alltradetools.com

Please have the serial number, model number, date of purchase, and parts list (with missing parts identified) available for reference when calling.

MODEL NUMBER: SERIAL NUMBER: DATE OF PURCHASE:

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Messy areas and cluttered workbenches invite person-

al injury and/or property damage.

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All children should be kept away from the work area. DO NOT let children handle the compressor or extension cord. Maintain a safe distance for any person near the work area.

OOppeerraattiinngg aannyy ttoooollss oorr eeqquuiippmmeenntt uunnddeerr tthhee iinnfflluueennccee ooff ddrruuggss,, aallccoohhooll,, oorr mmeeddiiccaattiioonn ccaann ccaauussee ppeerrssoonnaall iinnjjuurryy ttoo yyoouurrsseellff aanndd ootthheerrss..

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prrooppeerr aappppaarreell..

Remove your jewelry before using air compressor. Do not wear loose clothing, necklaces, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry, which may get caught in moving parts. Nonskid footwear and electrically non-conductive gloves are highly suggested while working. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

PPrrootteecctt yyoouurr eeyyeess.. TThhee ooppeerraattiioonn ooff aannyy aaiirr ccoommpprreessssoorr ccaann rreessuulltt iinn ffoorreeiiggnn oobbjjeecct

tss bbeeiinngg tthhrroowwnn iinnttoo tthhee eeyyeess,, wwhhiicchh ccaann rreessuulltt iinn sseevveerree eeyyee ddaammaaggee..

Always wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z28.1 specifications during air compressor operation. Eyeglasses are not always safety glasses.

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The safety instructions provided in this manual are not intended to cover all possible conditions and practices that may occur when operating, maintaining and cleaning power equipment.

Always use common sense and pay particular attention to all the

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and

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statements of this manual.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

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indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

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used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

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provides additional information that is useful for proper use and maintenance of this tool. If a NOTE is indicated make sure it is fully understood.

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After opening the carton, unpack your new air compressor and related parts & accessories. Please inspect it carefully for any damage that may have occurred during transit. Please check it against the photograph on carton. If any parts are missing, please contact our Consumer Helpline: Phone: 1-800-590-3723 E-Mail: info@alltradetools.com

SSoommee dduusstt ccrreeaatteedd bbyy sspprraayyiinngg,, bblloowwiinngg,, ppoowweerr ssaannddiinngg,, ssaawwiinngg,, ggrriinnddiinngg,, ddrriilllliinngg aanndd ootthheerr ccoonnssttrruuc

cttiioonn aaccttiivviittiieess ccoonnttaaiinnss cchheemmiiccaallss kknnoowwnn ttoo tthhee

SSttaattee ooff CCaalliiffoorrnniiaa ttoo ccaauussee ccaanncceerr,, bbiirrtthh ddeeffeeccttss o

orr ootthheerr rreepprroodduuccttiivvee hhaarrmm..

Reduce your exposure to these chemicals by wearing approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Use of this product will expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and reproductive harm.

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IINNGG VVAAPPOORRSS AANNDD DDUUSSTT.. WWAASSHH HHAANNDDSS AAFFTTEERR UUSSIINNGG..

This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and reproductive harm.

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Handling the power cord on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other Reproductive harm.

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DDRRAAIINN LLIIQQUUIIDD FFRROOMM AAIIRR TTAANNKK DDAAIILLYY

• Use the drain valve located on the bottom of the lower air tank to drain. Failure to properly drain liquid from the tank will cause rust from moisture buildup, which weakens the tank and could lead to a violent tank explosion. Periodically inspect the tanks for unsafe conditions such as corrosion, cracked welds, and leaks.

• Release air slowly when draining moisture or depressurizing the air compressor. Fast moving air will stir up dust, dirt and debris that may be harmful.

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Avoid dangerous environments. Do not spray combustible/flammable liquid in a confined area. Spray area must be well ventilated. Do not smoke while spraying or spray where spark or flame is present. Arcing parts — keep compressor at least 20’ away from spraying area and all explosive vapors. Do not use compressor near gasoline or other flammable materials. Operate the air compressor in a well-ventilated area. Do not direct paint or other spray material towards the compressor. Read and follow all safety instructions for the material you are spraying. Be sure to use an approved respirator designed for use with your specific application.

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Do not direct air stream at body. Use eye protection. Compressor starts automatically. Do not touch MOVING PARTS. Keep guards in place. Compressor does not supply breathable air.

BBee rreessppoonnssiibbllee ffoorr yyoouurr hheeaarriinngg..

Wear hearing protection during extended

periods of operation.

UUssee tthhee rriigghhtt ttooooll.. UUssee ttoooollss pprrooppeerrllyy aanndd ffoorr tthheeiirr iinntteennddeedd ttaas

skk..

Do not force a small tool to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Using the right tool to do the right job will make doing the job safer.

CChheecckk ddaammaaggeedd ppaarrttss bbeeffoorree uussee ooff aannyy aaiirr ttoooollss oorr aattttaacchhmmeennttss..

A guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, or any other conditions that may affect tool operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly replaced. See replacement parts list for additional details.

AAvvooiidd uunniinntteennttiioonnaall ssttaarrttiinngg.

Be sure that your air compressor is in the OFF

position before plugging it into a power cord or electrical receptacle.

SSttoorree aallll mmaaiinntteennaannccee ttoooollss aawwaayy ffrroomm tthhee iimmmmeeddiiaattee aarreeaa bbeeffoorree ttuurrnniinngg OONN yyoouurr aaiirr ccoommpprreessssoorr..

oo nnoott oovveerrrreeaacchh..

Proper footing and balance is a must at all times while using tools. Unstable support may lead to personal injury. Do not stand on the tool. Serious injury could result if the tool tips over or you accidentally contact tool.

NNeevveerr lleeaavvee tthhee aaiirr ccoommpprreessssoorr rruunnnniinngg uunnaatttteennddeedd..

Always turn the power to the

OFF position and do not leave the air compressor until it comes to a complete stop.

WWhheenn uussiinngg aaiirr aacccceessssoorriieess,, ccoonnssuulltt tthhee oowwnneerr’’ss mmaannuuaall pprroovviiddeedd bbyy tthhee mmaannuuffaaccttuurreerr

. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to

yourself and others.

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siittiioonn aanndd uunnpplluuggggeedd ffrroomm tthhee

eelleeccttrriiccaall rreecceeppttaaccllee wwhheenn mmaakkiinngg aaddjjuussttmmeennttss,, cchhaannggiinngg ppaarrttss,, oorr ppeerrffo

orrmm--

iinngg aannyy mmaaiinntteennaannccee.. SSeeccuurree wwoorrkk.. WWhheenn ppoossssiibbllee,, tthhee uussee ooff ccllaammppss oorr aa hhoollddiinngg ddeevviiccee iiss mmuucchh

aaffeerr tthhaann hhoollddiinngg tthhee wwoorrkk ppiieeccee wwiitthh yyoouurr hhaannddss..

KKeeeepp pprrootteeccttiivvee gguuaarrddss iinn ppllaaccee aanndd iinn pprrooppeerr wwoorrkki

inngg ccoonnddiittiioonn..

MMaaiinnttaaiinn ttoooollss aanndd eeqquuiippmmeenntt wwiitthh ccaarree..

They will function better and more safely when kept clean and in good working condition. Keeping the air compressor clean, dry, and free of grime will add to its life and performance.

CChhiillddpprrooooff tthhee wwoorrkksshhoopp..

The use of master switches and padlocks is highly

recommended. Remove starter keys where applicable.

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Do not direct compressed air stream at people or pets. The powerful compressed air stream can damage exposed skin and easily propel loose dirt and other small objects at high-speed, resulting in serious injury. Always wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z28.1 specifications. Use only OSHA approved air blowguns. Never leave a pressurized air compressor unattended. Shut OFF air compressor and relieve pressure before performing maintenance or repairs. Do not move the air compressor while the air tank is pressurized. Never attempt to move the air compressor by pulling on the air hose.

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Portable air compressors can fall from a table, workbench, or roof causing damage to the compressor and could result in serious injury or death to the operator. Always operate air compressor in a stable and secure position to prevent accidental movement of the unit. Never operate air compressor on a roof or other elevated position. Use additional air hose to reach high locations.

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Do not exceed the pressure rating of any air tools, spray guns, air accessories, or inflatables. Excess pressure can cause them to explode, resulting in serious injury. Follow the manufacturers recommended pressure settings for all air tools and air accessories.

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In order to avoid damaging the air compressor, do not allow the unit to be tilted more than 10º from the normal horizontal position when operating.

The compressor must be run with the rubber feet resting on a flat and stable horizontal surface.

The air compressor must be used in a clean and well-ventilated area. The compressor requires an unobstructed airflow and must be located a minimum of 20 inches from any walls or other obstructions that may prevent proper ventilation.

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• Do not adjust regulator to result in output pressure greater than marked max-

imum pressure of attachment. If a regulator has not been installed, use only attachment rated at 200 PSI or higher. Do not weld on or repair tank —

DDAAMMAAGGEEDD TTAANNKK MMUUSSTT BBEE RREEPPLLAACCEEDD IIMMMMEEDDIIAATTEELLYY..

Do not operate without

proper safety valve in place.

• Never attempt to repair or make modifications to the tank or its attachments.

Welding, drilling, or any other modifications may weaken the tank, which may result in damage from rupture or explosion. Never remove or attempt to adjust the pressure switch, safety valve, or other components that control tank pressure. Never substitute parts or attempt to alter the factory set operating pressures.

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Disconnect air compressor from power source before servicing.

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grounded

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— do not use grounding adapters. Do not use in wet or damp locations or expose to rain. Keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not allow power cords to come into contact with water. Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Do not pull on the electrical cord to disconnect from the power outlet. Store air compressor indoors when not in use. Any electrical wiring or repairs performed on this air compressor should be done by authorized service personnel in accordance with federal and local electrical codes.

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• This air compressor is not designed, nor intended for the supply of breathable

quality air. Air produced by this unit may contain carbon monoxide or other toxic vapors. Do not inhale air from the compressor or from a breathing device connected to it.

• Operate the air compressor in a well-ventilated area. Read and follow all safe-

ty instructions for the material you are spraying. Be sure to use an approved respirator designed for use with your specific application.

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Touching exposed metal such as the compressor head or exhaust tube can result in serious burns. Keep hands and fingers away from exposed metal parts on air compressor during or immediately after operation. Air compressors generate significant heat during normal operation and will remain hot for some time after use. Do not reach around protective shrouds or attempt any maintenance until compressor has been allowed to cool.

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