Dewalt DXCMTB5590856 Instruction Manual - Page 14
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English MOVING 1. Grasp handle (S) of compressor, and lift compressor high enough so unit can be rolled on the front tire(s). WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Ensure proper footing and use caution when rolling compressor so that unit does not tip or cause loss of balance. NOTICE: Risk of property damage. Place engine fuel valve lever (O) in the OFF position before moving or transporting unit. 2. When location is reached slowly lower rear of compressor to ground. Always store compressor in a horizontal position. DO NOT store in a standing position. NOTE: Should the unit tip over, hard starting and smoking will occur due to oil spillage. PREPARATION FOR USE Pre-Start Checklist (Fig. 1) 1. Ensure engine ON/OFF switch (C) is in the OFF position. 2. Ensure air tank is drained, see Draining Air Tank under Maintenance. 3. Ensure the drain valve (J) is closed. 4. Ensure safety valve (I) is functioning properly, see Checking Safety Valve under Maintenance. 5. Check pump oil level, see Compressor Pump Oil under Maintenance. NOTICE: Do not operate without oil or with inadequate oil. DeWALT is not responsible for compressor failure caused by inadequate oil. 6. Check engine's oil and fuel level, see engine's instruction manual for correct procedures. 7. Visually inspect drive belt. Replace belt if frayed, cracked, or worn. NOTE: Outer belt cover must be removed to inspect drive belt. 8. Ensure all guards, covers, and labels are in place, legible (for labels) and securely mounted. Do not use compressor until all items have been verified. Initial Set-up (Fig. 1) WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read and understand this instruction manual and the engine instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions. BREAK-IN PROCEDURE NOTICE: Risk of property damage. Serious damage may result if the following break-in instructions are not closely followed. This procedure is required: • Before the air compressor is used for the first time. • When the unloader valve has been replaced. • When the compressor pump has been replaced. The procedure: 1. Follow Pre-Start Checklist under Preparation for Use. 2. Rotate the unloader's manual lock to the open position to prevent air tank pressure buildup. 3. Open the pressure regulator. Pull regulator knob (F) out and rotate clockwise until it stops. WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read and under- stand the engine instruction's manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions. 4. Prepare engine for first time use, see engine's instruction manual CLOSED for correct procedure. OPEN 5. Turn the engine ON/OFF switch N ON (C) to the ON position. O OFF 6. Place the fuel valve lever (O) in the ON postion. 14