Duty Cycle - Porter-Cable PXCMF220VW Instruction Manual

compressor pump.
NPT (National Pipe Thread)
A seal thread tape must be used to
provide a leak-free seal on pipe threaded
connections.
Pressure Regulator Knob
Regulates the outgoing pressure from
the air outlet to the tool. It is possible to
increase or decrease the pressure at the
outlet by adjusting this control knob.
Pressure Switch
Automatically controls the on/off
cycling of the compressor. It stops the
compressor when the cut-off pressure
in the tank is reached and starts the
compressor when the air pressure drops
below the cut-in pressure.The pressure
switch will not automatically start and
control the compressor unless the
manual AUTO/Off Switch is in the
AUTO position.
PSI (Pounds Per Square Inch)
Measurement of the pressure exerted
by the force of the air. The actual PSI is
measured by a pressure gauge on the
compressor.
This air compressor pump is capable of running continuously. However, to prolong
the life of your air compressor, it is recommended that a 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.
Accessories for this unit are available at the store the unit was purchased.
The use of any other accessory not recommended for use with this tool could
be hazardous. Use only accessories rated equal to or higher than the rating of
the air compressor.
Pump
Produces the compressed air with a
reciprocating piston contained within the
cylinder.
Regulator Pressure Gauge
Displays the current line pressure. Line
pressure is adjusted by rotating the
pressure regulator knob.
Pressure Relief Valve
Prevents air pressure in the air tank from
rising over a predetermined limit.
SCFM (Standard Cubic Feet Per Minute)
A unit of measure of air delivery.
Tank Pressure Gauge
Indicates the pressure in the air tank.
Thermal Overload Switch
Automatically shuts off the compressor
if the temperature of the electric motor
exceeds a predetermined limit.

DUTY CYCLE

ACCESSORIES
9 - ENG