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Page 1: Air Compressor
RCP Series Air Compressor Manual For questions concerning this air compressor, please call 866-869-3114 Rev. 0413 Part# 1312100412... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Safety Guidelines - Definitions Before Using the Air Compressor When Installing or Moving the Compressor Before Each Use Follow Safety Precautions for Electrical Connection Plan Ahead to Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face & Ears When Operating Spraying Precautions Perform These Maintenance Operations Typical Compressor Installation... -
Page 3: Safety Guidelines - Definitions
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your compressor works. Read this manual to understand this compressor. DANGER means if safety information is not followed someone will be seriously injured or killed WARNING means if safety information is not followed someone could be seriously injured or killed CAUTION... -
Page 4: When Installing Or Moving The Compressor
When installing or moving the compressor WARNING 6. A minimum clearance of 18 inches between the compressor and a wall is required This compressor is extremely top heavy. The because objects could obstruct airflow. compressor must be bolted to the floor with vibration pads before operating to prevent 7. -
Page 5: When Operating
Follow the safety precautions for electrical connections 1. Follow all local electrical and safety codes, 3. Protect wires from contact with sharp objects. as well as the National Electric Code (NEC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). CAUTION 2. -
Page 6: Spraying Precautions
Spraying precautions WARNING 1. Do Not spray in the vicinity of open flames or other places where a spark can cause Never point a spray gun at yourself or any ignition. Do Not smoke when spraying other person or animal. Accidental discharge paint, insecticides, or other flammable may result in serious injury. -
Page 7: Typical Compressor Installation
TYPICAL COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION WIRING To Air System Flex Regulator Hose Dryer Vibration Pads GLOSSARY OF TERMS Air Filter Pressure Switch Porous element contained within a metal or Device which automatically controls the on/off plastic housing attached to the compressor cycling of the compressor. It stops the cylinder head which removes impurity from the compressor when the cut-off pressure in intake air of the compressor. - Page 8 WIRING WIRING WARNING ALL ELECTRICAL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN General Information Adequate wiring and motor protection Incoming power should should be provided for all stationary be connected to L1 and compressors. Wiring used for other L2 at the Top of the machinery should not be used.
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Page 9: Starting The Compressor
STARTING THE COMPRESSOR STARTING THE COMPRESSOR Operate the compressor for a few minutes Prior to actually running the compressor, unloaded (air system open) then allow the check the following items: compressor to pump up. Make sure the electrical pressure switch properly switches Crankcase oil - Make sure the sight glass off the compressor according to the setting shows ½... -
Page 10: Qp Compressor
QP Compressors You have purchased a state of the art Chicago Pneumatic QP compressor. The QP comes equipped with sound attenuating enclosure. For maintenance, the canopy and side foam pieces will need to be removed. To remove the canopy, simply remove the 6 fasteners and lift the canopy straight up and off. -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Low discharge pressure 1. Reduce air demand or use a compressor 1. Compressor too small for application with more air capacity. 2. Air leaks 2. Listen for air leaks. Apply a soap solution to all fittings and connections. Bubbles will form at points of leakage. - Page 12 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) Pressure switch un- 1. Malfunctioning check valve 1. Replace check valve if unloader bleeds loader constantly constantly. leaking air Do not remove check valve DANGER with air pressure in tank Pressure switch not 1. Malfunctioning pressure 1. Replace pressure switch if it does not release unloading switch air pressure briefly when unit shuts off.
- Page 13 WARNING Oil and moisture residue must be drained from the air receiver daily or after each use. Accumulations of o\ 35l residue in the receiver can be ignited by k\ 30bers of carbon created by the heat of compression causing an explosion, damage to property and injury to personnel WARNING Do not open a manuall tank drain valve on any air tank containing more than 30 PSIG of air pressure!
- Page 14 Air Tank Inspection Minimum Allowable Horizontal Tank Visually Hydrostatically Wall Thickness Capacity Inspect Inspect Vertical Head Shell 30 Gal. Horizontal .094 .106 Yearly 10 Years 60 Gal. Horizontal .109 .135 Yearly 10 Years 60 Gal. Vertical .109 .111 Yearly 10 Years 80 Gal.
- Page 15 Part Callouts Electric Discharge Line Compressor Drive Belt Inlet Filter Motor Pressure Switch Check Valve Pressure Gauge Magnetic Starter Tank Ball Valve Water/Tank Drain Gas Drive Inlet Filter Drive Belt Compressor Engine Belt Guard Idle Control Pilot/Unloader Valve Pressure Gauge Ball Valve Tank Water/Tank Drain...
- Page 16 Single Stage and Contractor RCP-220P RCP-226VP RCP-3561V 1312100119 1312100119 1312100123 Compressor 1312100388 1312100388 1312100390 Motor 1312100473 1312100475 1312100481 Tank 1312100170 1312100170 1312100170 Check Valve 1312100409 1312100409 1312100407 Pressure Switch 1312100005 1312100005 1312100005 Safety Valve 1312100006 1312100006 1312100378 Pressure Gauge 1312100213 1312100213 1312100207 Discharge Line...
- Page 17 Two Stage RCP-561VNS RCP-581VNS RCP-381VS RCP-381HS RCP-338VS/4 RCP-338HS/4 RCP-581V RCP-581H RCP-583V/4 RCP-583H/4 4116090112 4116090112 4116090019 4116090019 4116090019 4116090019 4116090019 4116090019 4116090019 4116090019 Pump 1312100389 1312100389 1312100399 1312100399 1312100398 1312100398 1312100399 1312100399 1312100398 1312100398 Motor 1312100481 1312100488 1312100488 1312100485 1312100488 1312100485 1312100488 1312100485 1312100488...
- Page 18 Gas Drive and Duplex RCP-930G RCP-1030G RCP-1130G RCP-1230GK RCP-1230G RCP-1330G 4116090137 4116090137 4116090019 4116090019 4116090019 4116090019 Compressor 1312100232 1312100220 1312100223 1312100229 1312100229 1312100224 Engine 1312100479 1312100479 1312100479 1312100479 1312100479 1312100479 Tank 1312100497 1312100497 1312100497 1312100497 1312100497 1312100497 Unloader Valve 9710533300 9710533300 9710533300 9710533300...
- Page 19 RCP QP RCP-581VQP RCP-583VQP RCP-7581VQP RCP-7583VQP Compressor 4116090019 4116090019 4116090019 4116090019 Motor 1312100399 1312100398 1312100400 1312100397 Tank 1312100488 1312100488 1312100488 1312100488 Check Valve 1312100169 1312100169 1312100169 1312100169 Press. Switch 1312100570 1312100570 1312100570 1312100570 Safety Valve 9710533300 9710533300 9710533300 9710533300 Press. Gauge 1312100378 1312100378 1312100378...
- Page 20 RCP-C (Iron Series) RCPC581VS RCPC583VS RCPC583VS4 RCPC7581VS RCPC7583VS RCPC7583VS4 RCPC10123VS RCPC10123VS4 RCPC10123HS Compressor 1312100706 1312100706 1312100706 1312100706 1312100706 1312100706 1312202700 1312202700 1312202700 Motor 1312100399 1312101602 1312101602 1312100400 1312101601 1312101601 1312101600 1312101600 1312101600 Belt Guard 1312100982 1312100982 1312100982 1312100982 1312100982 1312100982 1312100983 1312100983 1312100983...
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Page 25: Warranty Statement
CLAIMS OF PURCHASER OR CUSTOMERS OF PURCHASER FOR SERVICE INTERRUPTION, WHETHER OR NOT SUCH LOSS OR DAMAGE IS BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, INDEMNITY, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE. Chicago Pneumatic Compressors 1800 Overview Drive Rock Hill, SC 29730 866-869-3114 (Parts and Technical)
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