Q: What is the purpose of the pressure switch?
A: A pressure switch automatically starts the motor when air pressure in the tank drops lower than the Factory Set Cut in Pressure and stops when the air tank pressure reaches the Factory Set Cut Out Pressure.
Q: How often should I drain the air tank?
A: The recommendation is to drain the tank daily or after each use in order to avoid rust and thinning of the tank walls.
Q: Can the compressor be used outdoors?
A: The compressor should not be used outdoors when it’s raining and or during wet conditions.
Q: Which kind of fuse should be used with this equipment?
A: Generally, a circuit breaker or a fuse rated as D type and time-delay should be utilized in conjunction with the air compressor’s branch circuit.
Q: Is the compressed air safe to breathe?
A: Based on the safety standards and requirements, the air compressed by the compressor is not safe to breathe because it could have harmful gases and even solid substances.
Q: In case the Compressor does not turn ON, what can be the possible reasons?
A: If the compressor does not start, verify that the plug’s prongs are firmly seated in the outlet and inspect the circuit for blown fuses and tripped breakers.