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2-12. STARTING UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS (Con't).
g.
When engine starts, release only the START button (9). Continue to press SAFETY CIRCUIT BYPASS button
(10) until DISCHARGE PRESSURE gage (11) on indicator panel (12) reaches 40 psi (276 kPa), then release SAFETY
CIRCUIT BYPASS button.
h.
When DISCHARGE PRESSURE gage (11) reaches approximately 50 psi (345 kPa) and engine is warm, press
SERVICE-AIR button (6).
WARNING
DO NOT connect air discharge with any other unit, of any description, or any other source of
compressed air, without first installing a check valve between common header and this unit, If
this unit is connected with another unit of higher discharge pressure and capacity, an air line
may burst resulting in injury to personnel.
i.
When DISCHARGE PRESSURE gage (11) reaches 80-120 psi (552-827 kPa), compressor unit is ready for
operation.
2-13. STOPPING THE UNIT.
CAUTION
To prevent engine damage, allow engine to idle 3-5 minutes without a load and to cool down
before shutdown,
a.
Close all service and hose reel valves (1).
b.
Pull manual stop handle (2) and hold out until engine completely stops.
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