NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the tool until you have written Porter-Cable and we have advised you. CAUTION indicates a potentially...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (cont’d) SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPROPER OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE WHAT CAN HAPPEN IT IS NORMAL FOR ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WITHIN THE MOTOR AND PRESSURE SWITCH TO SPARK.
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SOLVENTS, PAINT REMOVER, INSECTICIDES, WEED KILLERS, CONTAIN HARMFUL VAPORS AND POISONS. RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK WHAT CAN HAPPEN YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR IS POWERED BY ELECTRICITY. LIKE ANY OTHER ELECTRICALLY POWERED DEVICE, IF IT IS NOT USED PROPERLY IT MAY CAUSE ELECTRIC SHOCK. REPAIRS...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (cont’d) RISK FROM MOVING PARTS WHAT CAN HAPPEN MOVING PARTS SUCH AS THE PULLEY, FLYWHEEL, AND BELT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY IF THEY COME INTO CONTACT WITH YOU OR YOUR CLOTHING. ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE COMPRESSOR WITH DAMAGED OR MISSING PARTS OR ATTEMPTING TO REPAIR COMPRESSOR WITH PROTECTIVE SHROUDS REMOVED CAN EXPOSE YOU TO MOVING PARTS AND CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS...
Safety. DUTY CYCLE Porter-Cable air compressors should be operated on not more than a 50% duty cycle. This means an air compressor that pumps air more than 50% of one hour is considered misuse, because the air compressor is undersized for the required air demand.
“cut-out” pressure. Safety Valve (C) Fig. 1: If the pressure switch does not shut off the air compressor at its cut-out pressure setting, the safety valve will protect against high pressure by “popping out”...
The air compressor should be located at least 12" away from the wall or other obstructions that will interfere with the flow of air. The air compressor head and shroud are designed to allow for proper cooling. If humidity is high, an air filter can be installed on the air outlet adapter to remove excessive moisture.
If these grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the compressor is properly grounded, have the installation checked by a qualified electrician. The air compressor is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug. The plug must be used with an outlet that has been installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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. (before the hose is installed), the check valve is replaced, or a complete compressor pump is replaced.
Never operate the unit with the belt guard removed. To ensure efficient operation and longer life of the air compressor unit, a routine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. The following routine maintenance schedule is geared to an unit in a normal working environment operating on a daily basis.
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The motor has an automatic reset thermal overload protector. If the motor overheats for any reason, the overload protector will shut off the motor. The motor must be allowed to cool down before restarting. The air compressor will automatically restart after the motor cools.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PERFORMING REPAIRS MAY EXPOSE VOLTAGE 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 Excessive tank Pressure switch does not shut pressure - safety off motor when compressor valve pops off.
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PROBLEM CAUSE Pressure reading on It is normal for “some” the regulated pressure drop to occur. pressure gauge drops when an accessory is used. Motor overload protection Motor will not run or switch has tripped. restart. Tank pressure exceeds pressure switch “cut-in” pressure.
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Decrease amount of air usage. Check the accessory air requirement. If it is higher than the SCFM or pressure supplied by your air compressor, you need a larger compressor. Clean or replace air intake filter. Do not operate the air compressor with the filter removed.
ACCESSORIES Accessories can be found at the store the unit was purchased or at a local hardware store. FILTERS, REGULATORS, LUBRICATORS FILTER / REGULATOR Regulates air pressure and removes moisture, oil and other debris from the air line. Protects tools from rust and is essential when spray painting.
90 Day – Service parts Engine warranties are the responsibility of the engine manufacturer. Warranties of merchandise sold by Porter-Cable which has been manufactured by and identified as the product of another company are the responsibility of the manufacturer of that product.