Break-In Procedure; Operating Procedures - Porter-Cable US58 Instruction Manual

this instruction manual for safety, operation and maintenance
instructions.

BrEAk-In prOCEDUrE

CAUTION: Serious damage may result if the following break-in
instructions are not closely followed.
This procedure is required before the air compressor is put into
service for the first time and when the check valve or a compressor
pump/motor has been replaced.
1. Ensure the On/Off switch (A) is in the OFF position.
2. Plug the power cord into the correct branch circuit receptacle. See
voltage and Circuit protection under Installation.
3. Open the drain valve (counter-clockwise) fully to permit air to
escape and prevent air pressure build up in the air tank during
the break-in period.
4. Move the On/Off switch to the ON position. The compressor will
start.
5. Run the compressor for 15 minutes.
6. After 15 minutes, close the drain valve by turning clockwise.
The tank will fill to cut-out pressure and the motor will stop.
7. Compressed air will be available until it is used or bled off.

OPErAtING PrOCEDurES

Start-up (Fig. 1)
1. Follow pre-start Checklist under Preparation for Use.
2. Move the On/Off switch to the ON position and allow tank pres-
sure to build. Motor will stop when tank pressure reaches
cut-out pressure.
CAUTION: Risk of unsafe operation. Compressed air from the unit
may contain wa ter condensation. Do not spray un fil tered air at an
item that could be damaged by moisture. Some air op er ated tools
or de vic es may require filtered air. Read the in struc tions for the air
tool or device.
3. Adjust regulator (D) to desired setting. See regulator under
Features.
Shut-down (Fig. 1)
1 Move On/Off switch (A) is in the OFF position. nOTE: If finished
using compressor, follow Steps 2 - 6.
nOTE: When the unit has been turned off, it is normal to hear a short
hiss of air being released.
2. Turn regulator knob (D) counterclockwise until fully closed. Ensure
regulated pressure gauge reads 0 PSI.
3. Remove hose and accessory.
WARNING: Risk of unsafe operation. Firmly grasp air hose in hand
when installing or disconnecting to prevent hose whip.
4. Drain the air tank, see Draining Air Tank under Maintenance.
Ensure air tank pressure gauge reads 0 PSI.
WARNING: Risk of bursting. Drain air tank daily. Water will con-
dense in air tank. If not drained, water will corrode and weaken the
air tank causing a risk of air tank rupture.
5. Allow the compressor to cool down.
6. Wipe air compressor clean and store in a safe, non-freezing area.
MAINtENANCE
The following procedures must be followed when maintenance or
service is performed on the air compressor.
1. Ensure On/Off switch is in the OFF position.
2. Remove air compressor plug from outlet.
3. Drain air tank.
4. Allow air compressor to cool down before starting service.
nOTE: All compressed air systems contain maintenance parts (e.g.,
oil, filters, separators) that are periodically replaced. These used parts
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