2 HP 8 Gallon 115 PSI Portable Air ComPreSSor Model 95386

2 HP, 8 GALLON, 115 PSI PORTABLE AIR COMPRESSOR Model 95386 SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. SAVE THIS MANUAL. Copyright © 2006 by Harbor Freight Tools ® . All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for assembly and service may not be included. For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353. Manual Revised 09k Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 95386 CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............................ 3 GENERAL COMPRESSOR SAFETY WARNINGS....................... 3 AIR COMPRESSOR SAFETY WARNINGS...................................... 5 GROUNDING ................................. 6 110-120 V~ GROUNDED COMPRESSORS: COMPRESSORS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS ............................... 6 SYMBOLOGY ..................................... 7 SPECIFICATIONS.......................... 8 UNPACKING .................................. 8 INSTRUCTIONS FOR PUTTING INTO USE .................................... 8 FUNCTIONS ....................................... 9 COMPRESSOR AREA SET UP ......... 9 ASSEMBLY......................................... 9 SET UP ............................................. 10 CHECKING THE OIL ........................ 10 GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................ 12 EMERGENCY DEPRESSURIZATION ................... 13 AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF SYSTEM ..13 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ............................... 14 GENERAL MAINTENANCE ............. 14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........... 14 CHANGING THE OIL ....................... 15 DRAINING MOISTURE FROM THE TANK .............................................. 15 AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE ........... 15 TROUBLESHOOTING...................... 16 PARTS LIST ................................. 18 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM ................ 19 LIMITED 1 YEAR / 90 DAY WARRANTY .............................. 20 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 95386 SAVE THIS MANUAL Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION In this manual, on the labeling, and all other information provided with this product: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury. CAUTION, without the safety alert symbol, is used to address practices not related to personal injury. General Compressor Safety Warnings WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, ﬁre and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. Work area safety 1. Keep work area clean and well a. lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate the Compressor b. in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of ﬂammable liquids, gases or dust. Compressor motors produce sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. Keep children and bystanders c. away from an operating compressor. Electrical safety 2. Compressor plugs must match a. the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded compressors. Standard plugs and Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 95386 matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. Do not expose compressor to rain b. or wet conditions. Water entering a compressor will increase the risk of electric shock. Do not abuse the cord. Never c. use the cord for unplugging the compressor. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. Personal safety 3. Stay alert, watch what you are a. doing and use common sense when operating this compressor. Do not use this compressor while you are tired or under the inﬂuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating a compressor may result in serious personal injury. Use personal protective b. equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. Prevent unintentional starting. c. Ensure the switch is in the off- position before connecting to power source or moving the compressor. Only use safety equipment d. that has been approved by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection. Eye protection must be ANSI- approved and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved for the speciﬁc hazards in the work area. Compressor use and care 4. Do not use the compressor if the a. switch does not turn it on and off. Any compressor that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. Disconnect the plug from the b. power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the compressor. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the compressor accidentally. Store an idle compressor out of c. the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the compressor or these instructions to operate it. A compressor is dangerous in the hands of untrained users. Maintain the compressor. Keep d. the compressor clean for better and safer performance. Following instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the compressor’s operation. If damaged, have the compressor repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by a poorly maintained compressor. Use the compressor in e. accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 95386 compressor for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. Service 5. Have your compressor serviced a. by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the compressor is maintained. Air Compressor Safety Warnings Risk of fire or explosion - do not 1. spray flammable liquid in a confined area or towards a hot surface. Spray area must be well-ventilated. Do not smoke while spraying or spray where spark or flame is present. Arcing parts - keep compressor at least 20 feet away from explosive vapors, such as when spraying with a spray gun. Risk of bursting - Do not adjust 2. regulator higher than marked maximum pressure of attachment. Risk of injury - Do not direct air 3. stream at people or animals. To reduce the risk of electric shock, 4. do not expose to rain. Store indoors. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles 5. during use. Do not use to supply breathing air. 6. Drain Tank daily and after use. 7. Internal rust causes tank failure and explosion. Add correct amount of compressor 8. oil before first use and every use. Operating with low or no oil causes permanent damage and voids warranty. Do not remove the valve cover or 9. adjust internal components. Compressor head gets hot during 10. operation. Do not touch it or allow children nearby during or immediately following operation. Do not use the air hose to move the 11. compressor. Release the pressure in the storage 12. tank before moving. The use of accessories or 13. attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may result in a risk of injury to persons. All air line components, including 14. hoses, pipe, connectors, filters, etc., must be rated for a minimum working pressure of 150 PSI, or 150% of the maximum system pressure, whichever is greater. USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD 15. IS NOT RECOMMENDED. If you choose to use an extension cord, use the following guidelines: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (120 VOLT) NAMEPLATE AMPERES (at full load) EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25’ 50’ 100’ 150’ 0 – 6 18 16 16 14 6.1 – 10 18 16 14 12 10.1 – 12 16 16 14 12 12.1 – 16 14 12 Do not use. TABLE A Make sure your extension cord is in a. good condition. Be sure to use an extension cord b. which is heavy enough to carry the Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 95386 current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table A shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. Industrial applications must follow 16. OSHA guidelines. Maintain labels and nameplates 17. on the compressor. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. This product is not a toy. Keep it out 18. of reach of children. Operate unit on level surface. Check 19. oil level daily and fill to marked level if needed. People with pacemakers should 20. consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure. WARNING: The brass components 21. of this product contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (California Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.) The warnings, precautions, 22. and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. GROUNDING TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION: Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the compressor. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the compressor if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. 110-120 V~ Grounded Compressors: Compressors with Three Prong Plugs In the event of a malfunction or 1. breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This compressor is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 95386 plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify the plug provided – 2. if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection of the 3. equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal. Check with a qualified electrician or 4. service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the compressor is properly grounded. Use only 3-wire extension cords that 5. have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the compressor’s plug. Repair or replace damaged or worn 6. cord immediately. 120 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet (for up to 120 V~ and up to 15 A) Grounding Pin This compressor is intended for use 7. on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated above in 120 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet. The compressor has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated above in 120 V~ 3-Prong Plug and Outlet. The outlet must be properly installed 8. and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Do not use an adapter to connect this 9. compressor to a different outlet. Symbology Double Insulated Canadian Standards Association Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. V~ Volts Alternating Current A Amperes n 0 xxxx/min. No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM) Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 95386 SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 60 Hz / 2 HP Amperage 7.4 Running Amps (Dedicated circuit recommended) Air Outlet Size 1/4” -18 NPT Air Pressure Auto Shut-Off @ 115 PSI Restart @ 80 PSI Air Tank Capacity 8 Gallons Air Flow Capacity 5 SCFM @ 90 PSI 6 SCFM @ 40 PSI Oil Type SAE 30W non-detergent Air Compressor Oil (Sold separately) (SKU 95048) UNPACKING When unpacking, make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible. Note: There is a protective plastic piece inserted underneath the Protective Cover (12) to protect the product during transit. This plastic piece must be removed before using the Air Compressor. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PUTTING INTO USE Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Push the Power Button “OFF” and unplug the Air Compressor from its electrical outlet before assembling or making any adjustments to the compressor. Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 95386 Functions CONNECT AIR HOSE HERE. CLOSED OPEN Regulator (58) Air Outlet Valve (59) Figure 1 ON/OFF Power Button (On Pressure Switch (55)) Oil Sight Glass (33) Oil Plug (31) Safety Valve (56) Tank Pressure Gauge (54) Output Pressure Gauge (60) Drain Valve (65) Air Outlet Valve (59) (TOP VIEW) Compressor Area Set Up Designate a work area that is clean 1. and well-lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent injury. Locate the Compressor on a flat 2. level surface to ensure proper pump lubrication and to prevent damage to the unit. Keep at least 12” of space around the unit to allow air circulation. Route the power cord from the 3. compressor to the grounded wall outlet, along a safe path without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage. Assembly Attaching the Foot and Wheels To attach the Foot (66) to the front 1. bottom of the Air Tank (1): Using the Bolt/Washer/Nut Assembly a. (67), slide a flat washer onto the Bolt. Slide the Bolt through the Foot and b. the hole in the Air Tank front leg. Slide a flat washer and the lock c. washer onto the bolt and secure in place with the nut. To attach the Wheels (5) to the back 2. bottom of the Air Tank (1): Slide the Wheel Shaft Bolt (6) a. through the Wheel (5), a Flat Washer (4), and the hole in the leg of the Air Tank. Slide the remaining Flat Washer (4) b. and Lock Washer (3) onto the Wheel Shaft Bolt and secure in place with the Nut (2). Repeat step (a) and (b) for the other c. Wheel. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 95386 Installing the Air Filter Figure 2 Cylinder Head (46) Air Filter (45) Thread the Air Filter (45) clockwise onto the side of the Cylinder Head (46). Set up Quick Coupler Sample Air Line Setup Regulator with Pressure Gauge Quick Coupler Air Hose on Reel Shut Off Valve Filter Oiler Coupler Plug Tool Air Compressor Coupler Plug Figure 4 1. Connect a 1/4” NPT air hose to the Quick Coupler (all sold separately). The air hose must be long enough to reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working. Depending on the tool which you will 2. be using with this compressor, you may need to incorporate additional components, such as an in-line oiler, a ﬁlter, or a dryer (all sold separately). Consult your air tool’s manual for needed accessories. Checking the Oil IMPORTANT: Running the Air Compressor with no oil or low oil will cause damage to the equipment and void the warranty. Oil Sight Glass (33) Crankcase Cover (32) OVERFILL LOW FULL OIL LEVEL Figure 5 1. The oil level should be at the center of the “full” level on the Oil Sight Glass (33), as shown in Figure 5. Add oil as needed to maintain this level. Do not let the oil level go below the center dot (LOW as shown in Figure 5) and do not overﬁll the oil so that it is above the center dot (OVERFILL as shown in Figure 5) on the sight glass. To add oil: 2. Unthread the Oil Plug (31). a. Using a funnel to avoid spills, b. pour enough premium quality SAE 30-weight, non-detergent, air compressor oil (sold separately) into Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine

2 HP 8 Gallon 115 PSI Portable Air ComPreSSor Model 95386

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