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USER MANUAL UA3810AB HiKOKI

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if ignored, could result in death or serious personal injury. CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situations which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or may cause machine damage. NOTE emphasizes essential information. 000BookUA3810ABNAMetaboHPT(9070528).indb2000BookUA3810ABNAMetaboHPT(9070528).indb2 2022/04/218:36:342022/04/218:36:34English — 3 — SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF THE AIR TANK

WARNING: Death or serious bodily injury could result from improper or unsafe use of air tank.

To avoid these risks, follow these basic safety instructions:

Risk of injury. Always wear ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses with side shields or equivalent eye protection. Compressed air must never be aimed at anyone or any part of the body. Use ear protection as air fl ow noise is loud when draining.

2. DRAIN TANK PRESSURE.

Always drain tank pressure completely before servicing, inspecting, maintaining, cleaning, replacing or checking any parts.

3. STORE AIR TANK PROPERLY.

When not in use, the air tank should be stored in indoor dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Lock-out the storage area.

4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.

Cluttered areas invite injuries. Clear all work areas of unnecessary tools, debris, furniture, etc.

5. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT.

Keep work area well lit and well ventilated. Don’t expose air tank to rain. Never place objects against or on top of air tank. Always operate the air tank in a stable and secure position to prevent accidental movement of the unit. Never operate the air tank on a roof or other elevated positon. Never use on a ladder or unstable support. Use an additional air hose to reach high locations.

6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.

Do not let visitors contact air tank. All visitors should be kept safely away from work area.

Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Never stand, sit or place objects on top of the tank or handle. Do not allow the air tank to operate unattended. Do not operate air tank when you are tired. Air tank should never be used by you if you are under the infl uence of alcohol, drugs or medication that makes you drowsy.

8. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS AND AIR LEAK.

Never attempt to fi ll the tank if an air leak is detected in the tank body or if the tank is physically damaged in any way. If the tank has changed shape in any way, discontinue use immediately.

ANY TYPES OF LIQUIDS OR SOLIDS. Other uses similar to these could result in serious injury or death.

11. HANDLE AIR TANK CORRECTLY.

Operate the air tank according to the instructions provided herein. Never allow the air tank to be operated by children, individuals unfamiliar with its operation or unauthorized personnel.

12. DO NOT OVER PRESSURIZE THE TANK.

This tank is rated for a maximum allowable working pressure of 175 PSI. Exceeding the rated pressure, even once, can overstress the material in such a manner that subsequent pressurization of the tank, even below the rated pressure, could cause the tank to violent rupture, resulting in property damage, personal injury, and even death of the user and others nearby.

13. DO NOT WIPE PLASTIC PARTS WITH SOLVENT.

Solvents such as gasoline, thinner, benzine, carbon tetrachloride, and alcohol may damage and crack plastic parts. Do not wipe them with such solvents. Wipe plastic parts with a soft cloth lightly dampened with soapy water and dry thoroughly.

14. USE ONLY GENUINE metabo HPT REPLACEMENT

PARTS. Replacement parts not manufactured by metabo HPT may void your warranty and can lead to malfunction and resulting injuries. Genuine metabo HPT parts are available from your dealer.

15. DO NOT MODIFY OR ATTEMPT TO ALTER THE

DESIGN OF THIS TANK. Do not drill into, weld, patch or modify the air tanks. Do not make adjustments to the components that control tank pressure. Do not make alterations to the factory operating pressure settings. Always contact the metabo HPT authorized service center for any repairs. Unauthorized modifi cation may not only impair the air tank performance but may also result in accidents or injury to repair personnel who do not have the required knowledge and technical expertise to perform the repair operations correctly.

16. DO NOT DIRECT AIR STREAM AT BODY.

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Risk of bursting. Drain condensation from tank after each use and keep drain valve closed when not in use. Failure to remove condensation will cause the tank to rust prematurely and increases the risk of explosion. Keep face and the other body parts away from outlet of drain. Use ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses with side shields when draining as debris can be kicked up into face.

18. MAKE SURE THE AIR TANK OUTLET PRESSURE

IS SET LOWER THAN THE MAXIMUM OPERATING PRESSURE OF THE TOOL. Too much air pressure causes a hazardous risk of bursting. Check the manufacturer’s maximum pressure rating for air tools and accessories. The air tank outlet pressure must never exceed the maximum pressure rating.

19. THE SAFETY VALVE MUST WORK PROPERLY.

Risk of bursting. Before using this tank, pull the ring on the safety valve to make sure that the safety valve operates smoothly. If the safety valve does not work properly, over- pressurization may occur, causing air tank rupture or an explosion. Do not use air tank if the safety valve is stuck or does not operate smoothly. Have defective safety valve replaced by a metabo HPT authorized service center.

20. DO NOT USE TANK AFTER THE REPLACEMENT

DATE THAT IS NOTED ON THE TANK. If the replacement date sticker is missing or illegible, discontinue use immediately. Discard or destroy tank on or before replacement date.

21. USE OF THIS PRODUCT WILL EXPOSE YOU TO

CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. Some dust created by this product contains chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: – compounds in fertilizers – compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides – arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specially designed to fi lter out microscopic particles. Use of this product will expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Avoid inhaling vapors and dust, and wash hands after using. This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. REPLACEMENT PARTS When servicing use only identical replacement parts. Repairs should be conducted only by a metabo HPT authorized service center.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: The information contained in this Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in the safe operation and maintenance of the air tank. Some illustrations in this Instruction Manual may show details or attachments that diff er from those on your own air tank.

The following tool is needed to tighten the thread ends of the quick couplers to the air outlet ports on the air tank. OPEN-END WRENCH (not included)

This product has NOT been shipped completely assembled. Carefully remove the tank from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Inspect the tank carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool. Packing list Tank (1) Quick couplers (4) Instruction Manual (1)

WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not

operate the air tank until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.

WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this tool or

create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modifi cation is misuse and could result in hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

3. Attaching quick couplers

tape or thread sealant to secure external fi ttings. Be sure the tank has been completely drained. The quick couplers should be already provided with thread sealing tape. If this is not true, apply thread sealing tape to every threaded ends of the quick couplers (to secure the fi ttings). Remove the shipping plug with pliers or screwdriver (or similar) (Fig. 2) Fig. 2 Insert thread end of quick coupler into open end of air outlet fi tting on tank. Use open-end wrench to tighten securely (Fig. 3) Fig. 3 CAUTION: Fix fi ttings securely. Do not over-tighten. CAUTION: Ensure all four quick couplers to be well and securely assembled (Fig. 4) before using your storage tank. Fig. 4 000BookUA3810ABNAMetaboHPT(9070528).indb6000BookUA3810ABNAMetaboHPT(9070528).indb6 2022/04/218:36:342022/04/218:36:34English — 7 —

1. To check the safety valve.

Before using this tank, pull the ring on the safety valve to make sure that the safety valve operates smoothly. (Fig. 5) Do not use air tank if the safety valve is stuck or does not operate smoothly. Have defective safety valve replaced by a metabo HPT authorized service center. Safety valve Fig. 5

WARNING: Risk of bursting.

If the safety valve does not work properly, over-pressurization may occur, causing air tank rupture or an explosion.

2. Right position for using

Always use the air tank in a stable and secure position to prevent accidental movement of the unit. Never use the air tank on a roof or other elevated position. Never use on a ladder or unstable support. Use an additional air hose to reach high locations.

WARNING: An air tank can fall from a table,

workbench, or roof causing damage to the air tank and could result in serious injury or death to the operator.

Operating temperatures are between 32°F and 104°F (0°C and 40°C). CAUTION: Never operate in temperatures below 32°F (0°C) or above 104°F (40°C). TRANSPORT Drain tank pressure completely before transport the air tank. Transport the air tank in the correct manner. When transporting the air tank, grasp the handle.

WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Ensure

proper footing and use caution when carrying air tank to avoid a loss of balance. OPERATION

WARNING: Do not use tank for the storage of

compressed gases other than air. If the tank has changed shape in any way, discontinue use immediately. CAUTION: Replace fi ttings if leaking or physically damaged in any way. CAUTION: Always drain tank pressure completely before attempting to remove or replace any of the fi ttings.

(1) Close the air valve. (Fig. 6) (2) Connect the compressor by connecting the air hose to the air fi lling male coupler of the tank. (3) Connect to the application by connecting the air hose to the tank’s quick couplers. (4) Slowly open the air valve.

WARNING: Do not use an air hose with a

maximum working pressure of 175 PSI or below. Open Close Fig. 6

2. Adjustment of outlet pressure

Adjust the outlet pressure to the required level by turning the knob of the pressure reducer clockwise to increase the outlet pressure and counterclockwise to decrease it. A pressure gauge (B) is provided to show when the required pressure is reached. When adjusting the pressure, check and make sure that a pressure gauge (A) for the tank has the pressure level that is higher than that of the pressure to be adjusted. It is also imperative that you make adjustment by slowly starting up the pressure from the level that is lower than the pressure to be adjusted.

WARNING: Check the manufacturer’s maximum

pressure rating for nailers, staplers and accessories. Air tank outlet pressure must be regulated so as to never exceed the maximum pressure rating of the nailers, staplers and accessories.

(1) Close the air valve. (2) Slowly open the drain valve and completely release tank pressure. (3) Disconnect the air hose from the air fi lling male coupler and quick couplers. (4) Close the drain valve. 000BookUA3810ABNAMetaboHPT(9070528).indb7000BookUA3810ABNAMetaboHPT(9070528).indb7 2022/04/218:36:342022/04/218:36:34English — 8 —

WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Firmly

grasp air hose in hand when installing or disconnecting to prevent hose whip.

WARNING: Risk of bursting. When the tank

gets corroded, there is a risk of breakdown. Water will condense in the air tank. If not drained, water will corrode and weaken the air tank causing a risk of air tank rupture. Drain tank daily or after use. The drain contains moisture in the air, abrasion particles, rust, etc.. To drain tank open valve slowly and tilt air tank to empty accumulated water. Keep face and eyes away from drain valve. CAUTION: Do not open the air valve if the air tank and compressor are not connected. Use the drain valve when discharging the compressed air from the tank. Tank Drain valve Close Open Fig. 7 MAINTENANCE

Drain tank daily or after use. Open drain valve and tilt air tank to empty accumulated water (Refer to Fig. 7).