3FP2603, FP2604www.chpower.comGeneral Safety Information(Continued)GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS1 This product is for use on a nominal120 volt circuit and has a groundingplug that looks like the plugillustrated in Figure 1 Make sure theproduct is connected to an outlethaving the same configurationas the plug This product mustbe grounded In the event of anelectrical short circuit, groundingreduces risk of electrical shock byproviding an escape wire for electriccurrent This product is equippedwith a cord having a groundingwire with an appropriate groundingplug Plug must be plugged into anoutlet that is properly installed andgrounded in accordance with alllocal codes and ordinancesImproper use of groundingplug can result in a possiblerisk of electrical shock!Do not use agrounding adapterwith this product!2 If repair or replacement of cord orplug is necessary, do not connectgrounding wire to either flat bladeterminal The wire with insulationhaving an external surface thatis green (with or without yellowstripes) is the grounding wireNever connectgreen (or green andyellow) wire to a live terminal.3 Check with a qualified electrician orserviceman if grounding instructionsare not completely understood, orif in doubt as to whether product isproperly grounded Do not modifyplug provided; if it will not fit outlet,have proper outlet installed by aqualified electricianOverheating, shortcircuiting and firedamage will result from inadequatewiring, etc.the spraying area as possible tominimize overspray accumulation onthe compressor19 When spraying or cleaning withsolvents or toxic chemicals, followthe instructions provided by thechemical manufacturerHOSE PRECAUTIONS20 Inspect hose before useDo not exceed workingpressure marked on hose.Do not twist, bend knot, or abradehose.21 Do not wrap hose around bodyKeep away from hot surfaces andchemicals.InstallationLOCATIONIt is extremely important to use thecompressor in a clean, well ventilatedarea where the surrounding airtemperature will not be more than100°FA minimum clearance of 18 inchesbetween the compressor and a wall isrequired because objects could obstructair flowDo not locate thecompressor air inletnear steam, paint spray, sandblast areasor any other source of contamination.This debris will damage the motor.TEST RESETGrounding pinGroundedoutletFigure 1 - Grounding methodMOISTURE IN COMPRESSED AIRMoisture in compressed air will form into droplets as it comes from an aircompressor pump When humidity is high or when a compressor is in continuous usefor an extended period of time, this moisture will collect in the tank When using apaint spray or sandblast gun, this water will be carried from the tank through thehose, and out of the gun as droplets mixed with the spray materialIMPORTANT: This condensation will cause water spots in a paint job, especiallywhen spraying other than water based paints If sandblasting, it will cause the sandto cake and clog the gun, rendering it ineffective A filter in the air line, located asnear to the gun as possible, will help eliminate this moisture