Steele Products SP-CE358TM - Manual (Page 16)

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Owner’s Manual
Compressor
Basic Compressor Components
The basic components of the air compressor the electric motor, pump, pressure switch,
and tank. The electric motor (see A) powers the pump. The electric motor is equipped
with an overload protector and an automatic reset. If the motor becomes overheated,
the overload protector will shut it down to prevent damage to the motor. When the
motor sufficiently cools, it will automatically restart.
The pump (see B) compresses the air and
discharges it into the tank.
The tank (see C) stores the compressed air.
The pressure switch (located internally) shuts down the motor and relieves air
pressure in the pump and transfer tube when the air pressure in the tank reaches
the kick-out pressure. As compressed air is used and the pressure level in the
tank drops to the kick-in pressure, the pressure switch restarts the motor automatically,
without warning, and the pump resumes compressing air.
Assembling the Air Compressor
Unpack the air compressor. Inspect the unit for damage. If the unit has been damaged
in transit, contact the carrier and complete a damage claim. Do this immediately
because there are time limitations to damage claims. The carton should contain.
• Air Compressor
• Manual
• Oil
• Oil Plug
• Air Filter
ON/OFF
Button
Detachable
Air Tank Lever
(B) Pump
(C) Tank
Oil Fill
Oil Measure
Window
Air Valve
(A) Electric
Motor
Detachable
Air Tank