K14 Air Machine Installation Guide

Mounting Instructions for Basic and Reel Assembly Stands

The K14 Air Machine is Air King’s flagship model, designed for reliable performance and easy installation. This quick guide walks you through mounting your K14 on a Basic or Reel Assembly Stand, connecting power, and testing operation. For complete specifications, mounting diagrams, and maintenance procedures, download the full K14 Service and Instruction Manual below.

Before You Begin

  • Installation Surface: Solid concrete pad, sidewalk, or block.
  • Power: Direct 115–120V power source must be accessible.
  • Electrical Work: Must follow local codes and be completed by a licensed electrician.

Hardware

Included with Stand: (4) sets of bolts, washers, and nuts for mounting the machine to the stand.

Not Included: Concrete anchor bolt kit suitable for your surface.

Step 1: Prepare the Site

  1. Position the stand in its final location and ensure it is level.
  2. Confirm power accessibility and breaker requirements.

Step 2: Anchor the Stand

A. Basic Stand

  1. Mark the four (4) anchor holes on the concrete through the stand’s base plate.
  2. Drill holes using the correct masonry bit.
  3. Insert concrete anchors (not provided).
  4. Securely bolt the stand to the ground.

B. Reel Assembly Stand

  1. Place the stand in its final position and level it.
  2. Remove Face Plate: Use the appropriate Allen wrench to remove six (6) screws and set aside.
  3. Access Anchor Holes: Locate the four (4) holes inside the cabinet base.
  4. Mark, drill, and install anchors (not provided).
  5. Bolt the stand securely from inside the cabinet.
  6. Reinstall Face Plate: Align and tighten screws.

Step 3: Mount the Air Machine

  1. Remove the (4) mounting bolt sets from the stand’s top plate.
  2. With two people, carefully lift and lower the K14 Air Machine onto the stand.
  3. Align the 8" × 8" mounting pattern on the machine’s base with the stand.
  4. Insert bolts upward from under the top plate.
  5. Inside the machine, add a washer and nut to each bolt.
  6. Tighten bolts in a cross pattern for balance (front-left → back-right).

Step 4: Electrical Connection

⚠️ Turn off power before connecting.

  • Use a dedicated 115–120V, 20A breaker.
  • Wire connections:
    • Black = Hot
    • White = Neutral
    • Green = Ground
  • All connections must be made by a licensed electrician.

Step 5: Test Your Machine

Once power is connected, the K14 is pre-programmed and ready to use. Test operation (coin-op, credit card, or free start, depending on model).

Need More Information?

For full installation details, programming instructions, and maintenance tips, download the complete guide below.

📘 Download the Air King K14 Service and Instruction Manual (PDF)