Ridgid OL50135W - Manual

6 7 SYMBOLS SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service tech-nician. For service we suggest you return the product to the nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. WARNING: To avoi...

6 7 EXTENSION CORDS Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground-ing plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the power source, use an extension cord heavy enough to carry the current that the tool will draw. An und...

8 9 GLOSSARY OF TERMS Pressure SwitchAutomatically controls the on/off cycling of the compressor. It stops the compressor when the cut-off pressure in the tank is reached and starts the compressor when the air pressure drops below the cut-in pressure.Pounds Per Square Inch (PSI)Measurement of the pr...

8 9 FEATURES Fig. 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Air Tank Capacity ....................................................... 5 gal.Air Pressure .................................................... 135 psi max.Air Delivery ........................................... 4.6 SCFM @ 90 psi Gauges ....................

10 11 ASSEMBLY BREAKING IN THE PUMP See Figures 4 - 5. Perform the following steps to break in the pump before using the air compressor for the first time. n Make sure the plug in the oil fill hole has been replaced with the dipstick and the oil level falls within the MIN and MAX range. n Turn the p...

12 13 BUILT-IN CORD WRAP OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so c...

12 13 Fig. 8 REFERENCE LEVEL MARKS OIL FILL HOLE DIPSTICK OIL DIPSTICK OPERATION CHECKING THE OIL See Figures 8 - 9. The air compressor is pre-filled with the proper type and quantity of oil. However, it is necessary to check the oil level before each use, and add oil if needed.NOTE: Always check th...

14 15 OPERATION Fig. 10 Fig. 11 USING THE AIR COMPRESSOR See Figures 10 - 11. n Ensure power switch is in the OFF (O) position and air compressor is unplugged. n If not already installed, attach hose to compressor as previously instructed. n Attach 1/4 in. NPT male connector fitting to accessory or ...

16 17 MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing use only identical RIDGID replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, ...

16 17 MAINTENANCE Fig. 15 Fig. 16 HEX HEAD BOLT DRAIN PLUG OIL FILL HOLE CHANGING THE OIL See Figures 15 - 16. Replace the oil after the first 100 hours of operation and every 300 hours following the first oil change. NOTE: Though not necessary, you may find it helpful to remove the wheel from the u...

18 19 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Compressor will not run Loss of power or overheating No electrical power Blown shop/house fuseShop/house breaker open Thermal overload openPressure switch badTank is full of air Check for proper use of extension cordCheck to be sure unit is plugged in Che...

20 21 Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting war-ranty service. This product is manufactured by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be directed to One World Technolo-gies, Inc., attn: RIDGID Hand Held and Stationary...

22 983000-800 7-05 Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us onli...