DeVilbiss FA125 Owner's Manual

Devilbiss air compressor user manual

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PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED AIR COMPRESSOR
SPECIFICATION CHART
MODEL NO.
Horsepower
SCFM @ 40 psig
SCFM @ 90 psig
Cut-In
Cut-Out
Bore
Stroke
Voltage/Hertz/ Phase
Minimum Branch Circuit
Requirement
*Fuse Type
Amperage at Max. Load
Tank Size
*A circuit breaker is preferred. Use only a fuse or
circuit breaker that is the same rating as the branch
circuit the air compressor is operated on. If the air
compressor is connected to a circuit protected by
fuses, use quick acting fuses.
This manual contains information
that is important for you to know
and understand. This information
relates to protecting YOUR
SAFETY and PREVENTING
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To
help you recognize this informa-
tion, we use the symbols to the
right. Please read the manual and
pay attention to these sections.
Call our Toll Free Number 1-800-888-2468, Ext 2, then 1, to obtain the location of the nearest Authorized Service
Center for ordering repair parts and for warranty repairs.
When ordering repair parts from your local Authorized Service Center, always give the following information:
• Model number of your compressor
• Part number and description of the item you wish to purchase
MGP-FA125-2A
9/18/99
OWNERS MANUAL FOR
(For Home Use Only)
MODEL NO.
FA125
FAC125
FA125
FAC125
1
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3.7
3.7
2.7
2.7
100 PSI
100 PSI
125 PSI
125 PSI
1 3/4"
1 3/4"
1 1/4"
1 1/4"
115/60/1
115/60/1
15 AMPS
15 AMPS
Quick Acting
Quick Acting
10 AMPS
10 AMPS
2.5 Gallon
2.5 Gallon
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZARD
THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR LOSS
OF LIFE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - A
HAZARD THAT MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY GUIDELINES .......................................................... 1
WARRANTY ........................................................................ 2
WARNING CHART ........................................................... 3-4
GLOSSARY ......................................................................... 5
DUTY CYCLE ....................................................................... 5
STORAGE ............................................................................ 5
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION ........................................... 6
PROCEDURES ................................................................ 6-7
Location of Air Compressor ........................................ 6
Extension Cords .......................................................... 6
Voltage and Circuit Protection .................................... 6
Grounding Instructions ................................................ 7
Additional Regulators and Controls ............................ 7
Break-In Procedures ................................................... 7
OPERATING PROCEDURES ................................................ 8
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................................... 9-10
COMPRESSOR PARTS LIST ............................................ 11
Information for preventing damage to
equipment.
Information that you should pay
special attention to.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    *A circuit breaker is preferred. Use only a fuse or circuit breaker that is the same rating as the branch circuit the air compressor is operated on. If the air compressor is connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use quick acting fuses.
  • Page 2: Warranty

    All decisions of DeVilbiss Air Power Company/ExCell Manufacturing with regard to this policy shall be final. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
  • Page 3: Warning Chart

    VAPORS, THEY MAY IGNITE, CAUSING FIRE OR EXPLOSION. RESTRICTING ANY OF THE COMPRESSOR VENTILATION OPENINGS WILL CAUSE SERI- FIRE. YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR IS POWERED BY RISK OF ELECTRICITY. ELECTRICAL SHOCK CALLY POWERED DEVICE, IF IT IS NOT USED PROPERLY IT MAY CAUSE ELECTRIC SHOCK.
  • Page 4 HAZARD RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK RISK FROM FLYING OBJECTS RISK TO BREATHING RISK FROM MOVING PARTS RISK OF BURNS CTMCWPS — 5/1/97 WHAT CAN HAPPEN REPAIRS ATTEMPTED UNQUALIFIED PERSONNEL RESULT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH BY ELECTROCUTION. ELECTRICAL GROUNDING: FAILURE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE GROUNDING TO THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTROCU-...
  • Page 5: Glossary

    When the tank pressure drops to approximately 100 PSI the motor will restart automatically. The low pressure at All DeVilbiss Air Power manufactured air compressors should be operated on not more than a 50% duty cycle. This means an air compressor that pumps air more than When you have finished using the air compressor: 1.
  • Page 6: Description Of Operation

    Location of the Air Compressor Your compressor comes to you completely assembled and ready for use. Operate the air compressor in a dry, clean, cool and well ventilated area. The air compressor pump and case are designed to allow for proper cooling.
  • Page 7: Grounding Instructions

    ESCAPE WIRE FOR THE ELECTRIC CURRENT. THIS AIR COMPRESSOR MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. The air compressor is equipped with a cord having a grounded 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.
  • Page 8: Operating Procedures

    If drain cock valve is plugged, release all air pressure. The valve can then be removed, cleaned, then reinstalled. 11. After the water has been drained, close the drain cock or drain valve. The air compressor can now be stored. 8 - ENG NOTE...
  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PERFORMING REPAIRS MAY EXPOSE VOLTAGE SOURCES, MOVING PARTS OR COMPRESSED AIR SOURCES. PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR. PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING ANY REPAIRS, UNPLUG THE COMPRESSOR AND BLEED OFF TANK AIR PRESSURE. PROBLEM CAUSE Excessive tank pressure - safety Pressure switch does not shut off mo- tor when compressor reaches “cut- valve pops off.
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) PROBLEM CAUSE Possible defect in safety valve. Air leak from safety valve. Knocking Noise Defective check valve. Prolonged excessive use of air. Compressor is not supplying enough air to operate accesso- Compressor is not large enough for air ries.
  • Page 11: Compressor Parts List

    TANK PRESSURE PRESSURE GAUGE SWITCH SAFETY VALVE REGULATOR AIR TANK DRAIN VALVE (Not Shown) PARTS AVAILABLE FOR THIS UNIT DESCRIPTION REGULATOR ...CAC-4296-1 TANK PRESSURE GAUGE ...GA-345 OUTLET PRESSURE GUAGE ...GA-345 SAFETY VALVE ...TIA-4150 DRAIN VALVE ...SS-2707 CHECK VALVE ...CAC-1275 ORDER PRESSURE SWITCH ASSEMBLY ...DAC-4105-2 (100 to 125 PSI) ISOLATOR ...SST-5314-1 (4 used) AIR HOSE ...H-7040-1...
  • Page 12 FA125 FAC125 WARRANTY This product is covered by the DeVilbiss one year limited warranty. The warranty can be found in the General Manual or is available upon request. Attach Sales Receipt Here. Retain Original Sales Receipt as Proof of Purchase for Warranty Repair Work.

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