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Rac RAC-HP121 User manual

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12V Air Compressor
RAC-HP121
Environmental Protection
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice.
Safety Instructions
Features
Read the instructions for use carefully before using this product. •
Donotover-inateyourtyresoranyotherinatableobject.•
Do not leave the compressor unattended. •
Ensureyouaresafelypositionedawayfromtrafcifyouhavetoinateatyreon•
a road.
Keepyourfaceasafedistanceawayfromthecompressorandtheobjectbeing•
inated-donotgettooclose.
This compressor is intended for short run use. Maximum uninterrupted running •
time should not exceed 15 minutes and a 30 minute cooling down period is
recommended before running the compressor again.
Keep out of reach of children. •
CAUTION:Burstingitemscancauseinjurysodonotexceedrecommended•
pressure levels.
The cigarette lighter socket should be fused with a 15 amp fuse. •
It is advisable to check the vehicle manufacturers recommended tyre pressures •
toensurecorrectinationlevels(Keepthisinformationwithyouinthecar).
This device contains a DC motor and components’ which may arc during normal •
operation.Thisarcingcouldigniteammablegasses.
No alterations shall be made to this device.•
Only attachments and / or adaptors supplied by the manufacturer should be used.•
Never operate this device using a battery charger. •
Donotoperatethisequipmentnearammablematerials.•
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Pressure gauge
Air On/Off switch
Connector
12V DC plug
Light/ashswitch
Air hose
Adapterforinatable
Sports adapter
Operating Instructions
Theaircompressorisdesignedtoinateautomotiveandlighttrucktyrestothe
manufactures recommended pressure.
Itcanalsobeusedtoinatesmalllowpressureinatablessuchassportballs&air
cushions.
Preparation for use:
Before plugging in the compressor ensure switch is in the “OFF” position.
If the compressor does not function check the power connection is secure.
Note:Youmayhavetoturnthecarignitionon(toposition‘I’)beforestartingthe
compressor.Thisisnormallytherstpositionwithoutthecaractuallystarting.
Warning
Always check that the car is in neutral and the handbrake is on.•
This compressor is designed for use with a car 12V DC power supply; do not •
connect to any other type of electrical power.
Power connection:
Pull out the air supply cable and the power cord. •
Plugthepowercordintothe12VDCcigarettesocket(Note:Checkthatthe•
compressorswitchisinthe‘OFF’position).
Using the Compressor:
Attachtheairsupplycable(Dia.6,item1)securelytothetyrevalveorotheritem•
tobeinated,useadaptorsifnecessary.
Presstheairswitchtothe“ON”position,thecompressorwillstart.•
Inatethetyre(orotheritem)tothepressurerequiredthenswitchthe•
compressor‘OFF’.
Disconnecttheairsupplyfromthetyrevalveorinatable. •
Note:wheninatingatyrealwaysdoublechecktheairpressuresusingan
accurate pressure gauge i.e. pencil gauge / digital gauge.
Light Functions
Turnthelightswitchtotheashposition,fora3LEDashwarningsignal•
Turnthelightswitchtothelightposition,fora4LEDworklight.•
Technical Specications
Power requirement: 12V dc
Wattage: 120W
Maximumairow: 22L/m
Duty Cycle: 15 minutes ON / 30 Minutes OFF
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RAC-HP121 - Issue 1 - R.W. 18-02-09
If faults cannot be remedied, contact the Helpline on 020 8391 6767
[email protected]
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed for domestic use for a period of 12 months against faulty manufacture or materials.
This guarantee does not affect the statutory rights of the consumer. In the event of any problem occurring
please contact our Helpline at the number above for advice. This product is not guaranteed for HIRE purposes.
Produced under license for Halco Products Ltd
BoothsHall,BoothsPark,ChelfordRoad,
Knutsford,CheshireWA168QZEngland
Operational tips
Ensurethevehiclebatteryissufcientlychargedforcompressoroperation1.
Do not allow the compressor to overheat. Pay close attention to the duty cycle 2.
times,neverexceed15minutesrunningtimeandallowtheunittocooldownfor
30 minutes before running again.
Store the unit in a clean dry environment. 3.
Do not obstruct the units cooling vents.4.
Troubleshooting
If your compressor is not working check the following:
Check the cigarette lighter socket fuse has not blown. Consult your vehicles •
manualforitslocation&size.
Ensurethattheplugadaptorispushedrmlyintothecigarettesocket.•
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