For the Initial Charge
Use the 110 Volt Wall
Outlet Adaptor Only
1. Air Pressure Gauge
(standard/metric)
2. Compressor ON/OFF Switch
3. Air Hose Accessories
Storage Compartment
4. 12 Volt ON/OFF
5. Light ON/OFF Switch
6. 15 Amp Fuse
7. Charging Indicator Light
8. DC 12V Input
9. Battery Indicator Lights
10. AC Adapter / DC Adapter Spare
Fuses Storage Compartment
11. 12 Volt DC Output
12. Trouble Light
13. Universal Air Valve Adapter
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Two Inflating needles•Four Inflating adaptors
•
Two 15 amp fuses•Two 10 amp fuses•One Replacement Bulb
Valve Stem
Small 12V DC Plug
Cigarette Lighter Plug
12 V OLT DC O UTPUT
Make sure to read manufacturer
inflation recommendations prior
to inflating their products.
Make sure to read manufacturer
inflation recommendations prior
to inflating their products.
Adaptors
After 10 minutes of continuous
use, shut compressor off and
let cool for 30 minutes.
Locking Air Nozzle
Do not try to operate any
accessory that does not
have it’s own overload protection.
Accessories
Read First!
Dear Customer,
CONGRATULATIONS. The RAC340 Rechargeable 12 Volt Portable Air Compressor and
Power Supply with Built in Emergency Light, when used as described, will give you years
of dependable service in your car, truck, RV or mini-van. We have taken numerous
measures in quality control to Insure that your product arrives in top condition, and will
perform to your satisfaction. In the rare event that your RAC340 Rechargeable 12 Volt
Portable Air Compressor and Power Supply with Built in Emergency Light contains a
damaged or missing item, does not perform as specified, requires warranty service or you
have an installation problem, DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE.
Please call our TOLL FREE number US (800-445-1797) and ask to speak with a member
of our technical service team, or submit your questions by E-Mail to
customerservice@roadmasterusa.com and a member of our technical service team will
respond by E-Mail to your questions. Our in-house technical service team will expedite
delivery of your part, or advise you on installation, or help troubleshoot a problem with you.
If your product needs warranty service, our technical service team representative will
help
you obtain the fastest remedy possible under the warranty.
RAC340 -
Rechargeable 12 Volt
Portable Air Compressor
and Power Supply with Built in Emergency Light
Features & Accessories
Charging with 110V Adaptor
Charging with 12V DC Adaptor
When you first unpack the RAC340 from the box, the
battery only has a minimum charge. Using the included
110 volt AC wall outlet adaptor. Plug the unit into the 12
volt DC Input. The Battery Condition Indicator Lights will
indicate that the battery has begun to charge. A full
charge is usually achieved in about 24-72 hours.
This unit ha s a s e ale d lead-ac id
batter y that s hou ld b e k ep t at full
charge. R echa rge when first
received, immediately after ea c h us e,
and every six months if not u s ed.
F a i lu re to do thi s m ay ca us e the
The GREEN Battery
Condition Indicator Lights
will both be lit when the
RAC340 has received a
full charge.
1. Insert the small plug on the end of
the DC charging adaptor into the
12V DC input on the side of the unit.
2. Start the vehicle, then plug
theother end of the adapter into the
vehicle’s cigarette lighter making sure
it has good contact by rotating.
3. The red charging indicator will
light when the unit is recharging.
4. The unit will be fully charged when
the 2 green lights are lit.
When recharging the unit with your vehicle never plug
the adapter into the cigarette lighter when the vehicle is
not running, doing so will drain the vehicle’s battery.
1. The locking nozzle on the end of the air hose
can be attached to most valve stems or to any
of the 3 adaptors supplied.
2. For use with a valve stem, place the locking
air nozzle over the end of the valve stem, make
sure the valve stem is fully inserted, then move
the lever on the locking air nozzle to the locked
position.
2a. For use with one of the supplied adaptors,
fully insert the threaded end of the adaptor into
the locking air nozzle, then move the lever on
the locking air nozzle to the locked position.
3. Turn on the RAC340 air compressor unit with
the switch located on the side of the RAC340.
4. Hold the air hose in place, watch the air
pressuregauge on the top of the RAC340, when
the desired air pressure based on
manufacturers recommended specification is
reached turn off the compressor.
5. Disconnect the air hose from the item that
has been inflated.
6. Store air compressor in safe place. Keep
away from children.
Operating the Air Compressor
1. Remove the protective socket cover from the
12 volt DC outlet on the side of the RAC340.
2. Insert the 12 volt DC plug from your accessory
into the 12 volt DC socket on the side of the
RAC340.
3. Turn on the 12volt DC power with the switch on
the side of the RAC340.
4. Turn your accessory "ON" according to the
manufacturers' instructions and safety
precautions.
The RAC340 can be used to
power 12 volt DC accessories
that have a power cord with a
cigarette lighter plug, and
overload protection.
Using 12 Volt DC Socket
ROADMASTER USA CORP. products are designed and manufactured to provide a high level of trouble-free performance. ROADMASTER
USA CORP. warrants, to the original purchaser, that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship for 30 days from the date
of original purchase. As part of our commitment to product excellence ROADMASTER USA CORP. routinely improves the designs, materials
or production methods of its existing products. Because it is impractical to publicize all changes in every product, we reserve the right to
make such changes without notice.
CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY:
If during the 30-day warranty period your new product is found to be defective, ROADMASTER USA CORP. will repair such defect,
or replace the product, without charge for parts or labor subject to the following conditions:
1. All repairs must be performed by ROADMASTER USA CORP. in Eatontown, New Jersey.
2. The equipment must not have been altered or been damaged through negligence, accident, or improper operation.
3. The replacement of parts are exempted from this warranty when replacement is necessary due to normal wear and tear.
4. All warranty claims must be accompanied by a copy of the sales receipt or bill of sale.
5. Repair or replacement parts supplied by ROADMASTER USA CORP. under this warranty are protected only for the unexpired portion of
the original warranty.
6. In the case of car stereos, this warranty does not extend to the elimination of car static or motor noise; correction of antenna problems;
costs incurred for the removal or reinstallation of the product; damage to tapes, speakers, accessories or car electrical systems.
7. ROADMASTER USA CORP. will not be responsible for any charge incurred for installation.
OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES:
ROADMASTER USA CORP. will make every effort to provide warranty service within a reasonable period of time. SHOULD YOU HAVE
ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT SERVICE RECEIVED, OR IF YOU WOULD LIKE ASSISTANCE IN OBTAINING SERVICE, PLEASE CALL TOLL
FREE 1-800-445-1797, 8:30am - 4:30pm EST.
In order to provide you with the proper warranty service, we request that you adhere to the following procedure:
1. Include a copy of your sales receipt or bill of sale with your unit when it is returned for warranty service.
2. If it is necessary to return your product for service, please return it securely packed, preferably in the original shipping carton, and
freightand insurance prepaid to the following address: ROADMASTER USA CORP., Service Department, 6 G Industrial Way West,
Eatontown, New Jersey 07724.
3. Please include a detailed explanation of the problem you are having.
4. If your product is found by ROADMASTER USA CORP. to have a defect in material or workmanship, within the warranty period, it will be
repaired or replaced at no charge and returned to you prepaid. Where permitted by Iaw ROADMASTER USA CORP.’S liability shall be
limited to that set forth in this warranty. This warranty shall be the exclusive remedy of the purchaser.
ROADMASTER USA CORP. makes no other warranty of any kind, expressed or implied; and all implied warranties, are hereby disclaimed
by ROADMASTER USA CORP. and excluded from this warranty, ROADMASTER USA CORP., the manufacturer, distributor and seller shall
not be liable for any injury, loss or damage, incidental or consequential, arising out of the use or intended use of the product.
©
2004 Roadmaster(USA) Corp. All designs, logos and images are the exclusive
property of Roadmaster(USA) Corp. Design Patent Pending. All rights reserved.
©2004 Roadmaster(USA) Corp. Rev.- 022303 Printed in China 00000
GIVE US A CALL, WE'LL HELP YOU INSTALL.
1-800-445-1797
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE.
Call number above for ass is tance,
or vis it us on the WEB
www.roadmasterusa.c om
For Information and Tec hnic al Ass istance,
Call Toll-Free in U.S.A. and C anada.
This product contains a sealed
non-spillable, lead acid battery
that MUST be disposed of properly.
Valve Stem
Small 12V DC Plug
Cigarette Lighter Plug
12 V OLT DC O UTPUT
Make sure to read manufacturer
inflation recommendations prior
to inflating their products.
Make sure to read manufacturer
inflation recommendations prior
to inflating their products.
Adaptors
After 10 minutes of continuous
use, shut compressor off and
let cool for 30 minutes.
Locking Air Nozzle
Do not try to operate any
accessory that does not
have it’s own overload protection.
R eplacement F use
Discard B ad Fuse
T wis t O ff
(1 0 A mp)
To Replace 12 Volt Adaptor's 10 amp Fuse
To Replace RAC340 15 amp Fuse
Gently Unseat Bad Fuse
with Screw Driver
Pull Bad Fuse out
Gently Push New Fuse In
12 VO LT DC OUTPUT
Charging with 12V DC Adaptor
1. Insert the small plug on the end of
the DC charging adaptor into the
12V DC input on the side of the unit.
2. Start the vehicle, then plug
theother end of the adapter into the
vehicle’s cigarette lighter making sure
it has good contact by rotating.
3. The red charging indicator will
light when the unit is recharging.
4. The unit will be fully charged when
the 2 green lights are lit.
When recharging the unit with your vehicle never plug
the adapter into the cigarette lighter when the vehicle is
not running, doing so will drain the vehicle’s battery.
1. The locking nozzle on the end of the air hose
can be attached to most valve stems or to any
of the 3 adaptors supplied.
2. For use with a valve stem, place the locking
air nozzle over the end of the valve stem, make
sure the valve stem is fully inserted, then move
the lever on the locking air nozzle to the locked
position.
2a. For use with one of the supplied adaptors,
fully insert the threaded end of the adaptor into
the locking air nozzle, then move the lever on
the locking air nozzle to the locked position.
3. Turn on the RAC340 air compressor unit with
the switch located on the side of the RAC340.
4. Hold the air hose in place, watch the air
pressuregauge on the top of the RAC340, when
the desired air pressure based on
manufacturers recommended specification is
reached turn off the compressor.
5. Disconnect the air hose from the item that
has been inflated.
6. Store air compressor in safe place. Keep
away from children.
Operating the Air Compressor
1. Remove the protective socket cover from the
12 volt DC outlet on the side of the RAC340.
2. Insert the 12 volt DC plug from your accessory
into the 12 volt DC socket on the side of the
RAC340.
3. Turn on the 12volt DC power with the switch on
the side of the RAC340.
4. Turn your accessory "ON" according to the
manufacturers' instructions and safety
precautions.
The RAC340 can be used to
power 12 volt DC accessories
that have a power cord with a
cigarette lighter plug, and
overload protection.
Using 12 Volt DC Socket
Using the Trouble Light
1. T he R AC 34 0 ha s 3 mode s of opera tion, "O F F ", "F L AS H " a nd "O N ". T he light c a n be
us e d by itse lf without ha v ing the 12 v o lt D C s witch in the "O N " pos ition. T h e no rm a l
pos ition of the 3-wa y rocke r switch is "O F F ", which is the down position
2. T o us e the light a s a flas hing haz a rd light, move the s witch one c lic k , to the ce nter
pos ition, a nd the light will fla s h on and off, to wa rn of a ha zard.
3. T o us e the light as a work light, move the s witch one more clic k, to the top pos ition, and
the light will turn fully on, to be us e d as a work light.
4. T o cha nge the light bulb, re move the lens from the unit, turn the light bulb to the le ft,
then pull light out of s oc ke t. P la c e s upplie d repla c ement bulb in s oc ket a nd turn to the right.
Changing the Fuses
Limited Warranty