2. Use phillips screwdriver to remove screw (F) holding air filter cover (G) on compressor housing (H). Remove air filter cover. F G H J 3. Remove air filter media (J). IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate compressor with air filter media removed. WARNING Compressed air stream from hose or tank drain can cause soft tissue damage to exposed skin and can propel objects leading to severe injury and / or property damage. • DO NOT direct air stream at self or others. • Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses with side shields. At recommended oil change interval, follow these steps: 1. Turn off your air compressor as described in Stopping your air compressor. 2. Place unit on a flat, level surface. 3. Remove oil breather cap (A) from oil fill (B) location. 4. Position a suitable container under drain plug (E) to collect drain oil. 5. Use an adjustable wrench to remove hex head drain plug. 6. Fully drain oil into container. Install drain plug and tighten using adjustable wrench. Dispose of used oil properly. 7. Using oil funnel, slowly add recommended oil. Visually inspect oil level frequently at sight glass to avoid overfilling air compressor pump. 8. When oil is at proper level, reinstall oil breather cap and wipe up any spilled oil. 4. If dirty, use compressed air to dislodge dirt from air filter media. Also, blow debris out of air filter cover and compressor filter housing. NOTE: DO NOT use liquid solvents to clean filter media. 5. Replace air filter media in compressor filter housing. 6. Position air filter cover over air filter media. Use phillips screwdriver to secure cover with screw. NOTE: Replace air filter media if it is extremely dirty. Inspect Safety Labels As often as desired or at least yearly, inspect all labels applied to the air compressor. All safety labels should be present and readable. If any safety label is missing or illegible, obtain a replacement from an authorized service center or call the air compressor helpline at (800) 743-4115. 16 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM Engine Maintenance WARNING Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock. WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR • Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug. WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK • Use approved spark plug tester. • DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. Oil Oil Recommendations We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty Certified oils for best performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher. DO NOT use special additives. Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine. Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected. * Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting. ** Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W30 may cause increased oil consumption. Check oil level more frequently. NOTE: Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API certification mark and API service symbol with “SJ/CF ENERGY CONSERVING” or higher, is an acceptable oil at all temperatures. Use of synthetic oil does not alter required oil change intervals. Checking Engine Oil Level Oil level should be checked prior to each use or at least every 8 hours of operation. Keep oil level maintained. 1. Place unit on a flat, level surface. 2. Clean area around oil fill and remove oil fill cap. 3. Verify oil is at the point of overflowing at oil fill opening. 4. Replace and tighten oil fill cap. Adding Engine Oil 1. Place unit on a flat, level surface. 2. Check oil level as described in Checking Engine Oil Level. 3. If needed, slowly pour oil into oil fill opening to the point of overflowing at oil fill. 4. Replace and tighten oil fill cap. Changing Engine Oil Change the oil after the first 5 hours of operation. Change oil every 50 hours thereafter. If you are using your air compressor under extremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change the oil more often. CAUTION Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil. • Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in certain laboratory animals. • Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON’T POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS. Change the oil while the engine is still warm from running, as follows: 1. Place unit on a flat, level surface. 2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug. 3. Clean area around oil drain plug (A). The oil drain plug is located at base of engine, opposite carburetor. A BC 4. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil completely into a suitable container. 5. Reinstall oil drain plug and tighten securely. Remove oil fill cap. 6. Slowly pour oil (about 20 oz.) into oil fill opening (B) to the point of overflowing (C) at oil fill cap. DO NOT overfill. 7. Reinstall oil fill cap. Finger tighten cap securely....