Ryobi YG601PV1 - Manual (Page 13)

13 – English
WARNING:
When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING:
Always release all pressure, disconnect from power sup-
ply, and allow unit to cool to the touch before cleaning or
making repairs on the air compressor.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastIc which may result in serious personal injury.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
See Figure 7, page 17.

Loosen the four screws securing the cover to the unit.
Lift the cover off and set aside.
 Loosen the screws securing the air filter housing to the
motor until the housing can be removed.
 Remove the screws and grill from the air filter cavity and
set aside.
 Remove the foam filter from the air filter housing. Wash
with warm, soapy water and rinse clean. Set aside and
allow to dry completely.
 Reinstall the air filter, then replace the back on the
housing.
NOTE: Do not run the motor without the air filter installed.
Doing so will cause premature wear to the motor.
 Replace air filter housing on motor and reinstall screws.
Tighten securely.
 Replace the cover of the unit. Reinstall screws and tighten
securely.
REPLACING GAUGES, QUICK CONNECT
COUPLERS OR SAFETY VALVE
See Figure 8, page 17.

Pull the pressure regulator knob straight up and remove.
 Remove four screws securing the console cover. Remove
cover and set aside.
 Using an adjustable wrench, remove the item(s) to be
replaced (gauges, quick connect couplers, and/or safety
valve) from the regulator manifold.
 Apply pipe sealant to new part(s) and then install new
parts on manifold. Tighten securely.
NOTE: If replacing gauges, make sure to orient new
gauges correctly for reading.
 Reinstall console cover and replace screws. Tighten
securely.
NOTE: ILLUSTRATIONS START ON PAGE 16 AFTER
FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.
This product has a Three-year Limited Warranty.
For Warranty details go to www.ryobitools.com
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