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Porter-Cable C3101 Instruction Manual

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MODEL
C3101
To learn more about Porter-Cable
visit our website at:
http://www.porter-cable.com
Copyright © 2005 Porter-Cable Corporation
Side Stack
Compressor
Please make certain that the person who
is to use this equipment carefully reads
and understands these instructions before
starting operations.
The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the main
housing of the tool. Record these numbers in the
spaces below and retain for future reference.
®
Model No. ______________________________________
Type ___________________________________________
Serial No. ______________________________________
ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 23
FRANÇAISE : PAGE 45
IMPORTANT
Part No.
A10382
-052-0

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  • Page 1 Compressor manual MODEL C3101 IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who To learn more about Porter-Cable is to use this equipment carefully reads visit our website at: and understands these instructions before starting operations. http://www.porter-cable.com The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the main housing of the tool.

  • Page 2: Safety Guidelines - Definitions

    SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Save these instructions Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious injury and property damage. Read and understand all warnings and operation instructions before using this equipment. HAZARD WARNING: Risk of explosion or fire What Could Happen How To Prevent It Always operate the compressor in a...
  • Page 4 HAZARD WARNING: Risk of Bursting Air Tank: The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the tank, and result in a violent tank explosion and could cause property damage or serious injury. What Could Happen How To Prevent It HAZARD WARNING: Risk from Flying Objects Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety...
  • Page 5 HAZARD WARNING: Risk of Electrical Shock What Could Happen How To Prevent It Your air compressor is powered by Never operate the compressor outdoors electricity. Like any other electrically when it is raining or in wet conditions. powered device, If it is not used Never operate compressor with protective properly it may cause electric shock.
  • Page 6 WARNING: Risk of Burns Never touch any exposed metal parts Touching exposed metal such as the on compressor during or immediately compressor head or outlet tubes, can after operation. Compressor will remain result in serious burns. hot for several minutes after operation. Do not reach around protective shrouds or attempt maintenance until unit has been allowed to cool.
  • Page 7 Unsafe operation of your air compressor Review and understand all instructions and warnings in this manual. could lead to serious injury or death to Become familiar with the operation and you or others. controls of the air compressor. Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets, and obstacles.

  • Page 8: Duty Cycle

    50%-75% average duty cycle be maintained; that is, the air compressor pump should not run more than 30-45 minutes in any given hour. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NO. C3101 Running Horsepower Bore 2-3/8" Stroke 1.35"...

  • Page 9: Installation

    INSTALLATION HOW TO SET UP YOUR UNIT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. In the event of a short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This air compressor must be properly grounded.

  • Page 10: Extension Cords

    Extension Cords Using extension cords is not recommended. The use of extension cords will cause voltage to drop resulting in power loss to the motor and overheating. Instead of using an extension cord, increase the working reach of the air hose by attaching another length of hose to its end.

  • Page 11: Know Your Air Compressor

    OPERATION Know Your Air Compressor READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Description of Operation Become familiar with these controls before operating the unit.

  • Page 12: How To Use Your Unit

    Cooling System (not shown): This compressor contains an advanced design cooling system. At the heart of this cooling system is an engineered fan. It is perfectly normal for this fan to blow air through the vent holes in large amounts. You know that the cooling system is working when air is being expelled.

  • Page 13: How To Start

    Move the On/Auto/Off lever to "ON/AUTO" position. The compressor will start. Run the compressor for 15 minutes. Make sure the drain valve is open and there is minimal air pressure build-up in tank. After 15 minutes, close the drain valve (clockwise). The air receiver will fill to "cut-out"...

  • Page 14: Customer Responsibilities

    MAINTENANCE Customer Responsibilities Daily Before or after each Yearly Frequently each Check Safety Valve ● Drain Tank ● Air Filter ● Air compressor pump intake ● and exhaust valves 1- more frequent in dusty or humid conditions Unit cycles automatically when power is on. When performing maintenance, you may be exposed to voltage sources, compressed air, or moving parts.

  • Page 15: Air Compressor Pump Intake And Exhaust Valves

    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. After the water has been drained, close the drain valve (clockwise). The air compressor can now be stored. NOTE: If drain valve is plugged, release all air pressure.

  • Page 16: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Unit cycles automatically when power is on. When doing Maintenance, you may be exposed to voltage sources, compressed air or moving parts. Personal injuries can occur. Before performing any Maintenance or repair, unplug the compressor and bleed off all air pressure.
  • Page 17 STORAGE Before you store the air compressor, make sure you do the following: Review the "Maintenance" section on the preceding pages and perform scheduled maintenance as necessary. Set the On/Auto/Off lever to "OFF". Turn the regulator counterclockwise and set the outlet pressure to zero. Remove the air tool or accessory.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Performing repairs may expose voltage sources, moving parts or compressed air sources, moving parts or compressed air sources. Personal injury may occur. Prior to attempting any repairs, unplug the air compressor and bleed off all air tank air pressure. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION...
  • Page 19 CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM If there is an excessive amount It is normal for "some" Pressure reading of pressure drop when the pressure drop to occur. on the regulated accessory is used, adjust the pressure gauge regulator as instructed in the (if equipped) Operation section.
  • Page 20 CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Motor will not Let motor cool off and Motor overload protection overload switch will run. switch has tripped automatically reset. Motor will start automatically Tank pressure exceeds when tank pressure drops pressure switch "cut-in" below "cut-in" pressure of pressure.
  • Page 21 NOTES A10382 21 - ENG...

  • Page 22: Limited Warranty

    • Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the product as described in the Owners Manual(s). • Deliver or ship the product to the nearest Porter-Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center. Freight costs, if any, must be paid by the purchaser.

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