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Porter-Cable CPL55GH8W Instruction Manual

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MODEL
CPL55GH8W
To learn more about Porter-Cable
visit our website at:
http://www.porter-cable.com
PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS
Copyright © 2003 PORTER-CABLE Corporation
ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 27
FRANÇAISE: PAGE 53
Oillube
Compressor
IMPORTANT
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
frame. Record these numbers in the spaces below
and retain for future reference.
Model No.
Type
Serial No.
Part No. D26998-031-1

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  • Page 1 Instruction manual MODEL CPL55GH8W To learn more about Porter-Cable visit our website at: http://www.porter-cable.com PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS Copyright © 2003 PORTER-CABLE Corporation ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 27 FRANÇAISE: PAGE 53 Oillube Compressor IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before starting operations.

  • Page 2: Safety Guidelines - Definitions

    SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and under- stand. 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. Indicates an immi- nently hazardous sit- uation which, if not avoided, will...
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY 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. WARNING: Risk of explosion or fire What Could Happen Gasoline and gasoline vapors can become ignited by coming into contact with hot components such as the muffler, from engine exhaust gases, or from an...
  • Page 4 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 Failure to properly drain condensed water from tank, causing rust and thinning of the steel tank.
  • Page 5 HAZARD HOW TO PREVENT IT Always operate air compressor outside in a clean, well ventilated area. Avoid enclosed areas such as garages, base- ments, storage sheds, which lack a steady exchange or air. Keep children, pets and others away from area of operation.
  • Page 6 WARNING: Risk of Burns WHAT CAN HAPPEN Touching exposed metal such as the compressor head, engine head, exhaust or outlet tubes, can result in serious burns. WARNING: Risk from Moving Parts WHAT CAN HAPPEN The engine can start accidentally if the flywheel is turned by hand or moved by pulling on the starter rope.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    Stay alert at all times. Never defeat the safety features of this product. Equip area of operation with a fire extin- guisher. Do not operate machine with missing, broken, or unauthorized parts. SPECIFICATIONS CPL55GH8W 2.875" 2.0” 110 PSIG 135 PSIG 12.0 10.1 7-ENG...
  • Page 8 The unit must be lifted, or pushed up a ramp. Installing Handle Do not use the engine gas tank as a support for lifting the air compressor. Push rubber handle grips (L), onto handle tubes (M). Seat firmly. Use a twisting motion to ease assembly. See Figure.
  • Page 9 Air Compressor The air compressor pump was filled WITH oil at the manufacturer. Check air compressor pump oil level before operating unit. If necessary, fill pump to the appropriate level with approved compressor oil, see the Maintenance section of this manual for details.

  • Page 10: Installation

    Do not install the air compressor in a location where heat is excessive. If the humidity in the operating area is high, an air filter can be installed on the air outlet adapter to remove excessive moisture.

  • 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

    Make sure the unloader valve is in the “Open” position to prevent tank pressure buildup. Run the air compressor for 30 minutes to seat the rings and lubricate all the internal surfaces. Make sure there is no pressure build up in the tank by observing the reading on the tank pressure gauge.
  • Page 13 Temperature of muffler and near by areas my exceed 150°F (65°C) avoid these areas. Clean or blow off fins or any part of the air compressor that collects dust and dirt. The air compressor will run cooler and provide longer service.
  • Page 14 NOTE: If drain cock is clogged, release all air pressure. The drain cock can then be removed, cleaned, and reinstalled. 17. After the water has been drained, close the drain cocks. The air compressor can now be stored. D26998...

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    Never operate the com- pressor with the belt guard removed. To ensure efficient operation and longer life of the air compressor outfit, a rou- tine maintenance schedule should be prepared and followed. The following routine maintenance schedule is geared to an outfit in a normal working envi- ronment operating on a daily basis.

  • Page 16: To Drain Tank

    If needed, slowly add oil until it reaches the top of fill hole. NOTE: Use an oil specifically formulated for use in an air com- pressor, such as Sears 9-16426 air compressor oil. Changing Remove the oil fill plug (A).

  • Page 17: Air Compressor Pump Intake And Exhaust Valves

    Place new air filter into filter cover. Refer to the "Repair Parts" for the cor- rect part number. Replace air filter cover and lock into place. Air Compressor Pump Intake and Exhaust Valves Once a year have a Trained Service Technician check the air compressor pump intake and exhaust valves. 17-ENG D26998...

  • Page 18: Service And Adjustments

    Before servicing: • Stop engine. • Bleed tank of pressure. • Allow the air compressor to cool. Safety Valve-Inspection and Replacement If the safety valve does not work properly, over-pressuriza- tion can occur and cause air tank rupture or explosion.

  • Page 19: Belt - Replacement And Adjustment

    Never operate the unit with the belt guard removed. the belt guard should be removed only when the air compressor is turned off the spark plug wire is disconnected. Belt Guard – Removal Disconnect the spark plug wire on the engine and release all air tank pres- sure.

  • Page 20: Pulley And Flywheel - Alignment

    Pulley and Flywheel - Alignment. Pulley and Flywheel - Alignment The air compressor flywheel and engine pulley must be in-line (in the same plane) within 1/16" to assure belt retention within flywheel belt grooves. To check alignment, perform the following steps: Disconnect the spark plug wire on the engine and release all air tank pres- sure.
  • Page 21 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. Review the "Engine Manufacturer's Operating and Maintenance Instructions". Remove the air tool or accessory.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Performing repairs may expose voltage sources, moving parts or compressed air sources, moving parts or com- pressed air sources. Personal injury may occur. Prior to attempting any repairs, unplug the air compressor and bleed off all air tank air pressure. PROBLEM Excessive tank...
  • Page 23 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. Check and replace if required. Remove and clean, or replace. Tighten fittings.
  • Page 24 PROBLEM Knocking Noise. Possible defect in safety valve. Loose pulley. Loose flywheel. Compressor or engine mounting screws loose. Loose belt. Carbon build-up in pump. Belt to tight. Stiffener bar loose. Low oil level (compressor or engine) Loose belt. Excessive belt wear.
  • Page 25 PROBLEM Squealing Compressor pump has no sound. oil. Loose belt. Engine will not The gasoline tank is empty. run. The choke is not set prop- erly. Air tank pressure is too high. It is normal for “some” Pressure reading pressure drop to occur. on the regulated pressure gauge (if equipped)

  • Page 26: 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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