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All-Power APC4008 Owner's Manual

1/3 hp 3 gallon air compressor with accessories
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  • Page 1 ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 2 ir Compressor i tem Electric, Oiliess, Single S_ge, Direct Drive...
  • Page 3 Manual WARNING!READANDUNDERSTAND ALLSAFETYPRECAUDONS IN THISMANUAL BEFOREOPERATING. F AILURETOCOMPLYWITH INSTRUCTIONS IN THISMANUALCOULDRESULTIN PERSONAL INJUR_ PROPERTY DAMAGE,AND/OR VOIDING OF "fOUR WARRANTYNIKOTAUSAWILL NOT BELIABLEFOR ANYDAMAGE BECAUSEOFFAILURETOFOLLOWTHESEINSTRUCTIONS_ Compressor Inspection Prior to installation and usage, thoroughly inspect air _mpressor for damage or flaws. • Check tank, compressor, compressor motor and pump for any signs of damage...

  • Page 4: Air Compressor

    AirCompressor Safety Guidelines- Definitions This manual contains important information that you need to know and understand in order to protect YOUR SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. The following symbols help you recognize this information. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. WARNING!WARNINGS INDICATEA CERTAINTY OR STRONG OSSIBILITY OFPERSONAL INJURYOR DEATHIF INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOTFOLLOWED.

  • Page 5: Hazard Warnings

    Owner's Manual HazardWarnings Dust WARNfNG!SOMEDUSTCREATEDBY POWERSANDING,SAWING, GRINDING, D RILLING,AND OTHERCONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES CONTAINSCHEMICALSKNOWNTO THESTATEOFCALIFORNIATO CAUSECANCER BIRTHDEFECTSOROTHERREPRODUCtiVE HARM. These chemicals may include (but are not limited to) the following: • Lead from lead-based paints • Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products •...

  • Page 6: Riskof Eyeor Headinjury

    Air Compressor Hazard Warnings (cont'd) Riskof Eyeor HeadInjury What could happen: • Air powered equipment and power tools are capable of propelling materials such as fasteners, metal chips, saw dust, and other debris at high speed, which could result in serious eye injury. •...

  • Page 7: Riskof Fire Or Explosion

    Owner's Manual HazardWarnings (cont'd) Riskof Fire or Explosion What could happen: Abrasive tools such as sanders and grinders, rotating tools such as drills, and impact tools such as nailers, staplers, wrenches, hammers, and reciprocating saws are capable of generating sparks which could result in ignition of flammable materials.
  • Page 8 Air Compressor HazardWarnings(cont'd) Riskof HearingLoss What could happen: • Long term exposure to noise produced from the operation of air tools can lead to permanent hearing loss. How to prevent it: Always wear ANSI $3.19 hearing protection when using a compressor. Riskto Breathing/Inhalation Hazard What could happen:...

  • Page 9: Risk Of Injury

    Owner's Manual Hazard Warnings (cont'd) Riskof Injury What could happen: Tools left unattended, or with the air hose attached can be activated by unauthorized persons leading to their injury and/or injury to others. Air tools can propel fasteners or other materials throughout the work area.
  • Page 10 Air Compressor HazardWarnings(cont'd) Riskof Injury(cont'd) How to prevent it: • Remove air hose when tool is not in use and store tool in secure location away from reach of children and or untrained users. • Use only parts, fasteners, and accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 11 Owner's Manual HazardWarnings(cont'd) Riskof Injury (cont'd) • Use only impact grade sockets on an impact wrench. • Do not apply excessive force to the tool. Let the tool perform the work. • Never point discharge of tool at self or others. •...

  • Page 12: Risk Of Electric Shock

    Air Compressor HazardWarnings(cont'd) Riskof Electric Shock What could happen: • Using air tools to attach electrical wiring can result in electrocution or death. Improper electrical connections can result in fires,electrocution, or death. This tool is not provided with an insulated gripping surface. Contact with a "live"...
  • Page 13 Owner's Manual HazardWarnings (cont'd) Riskof Entanglement What could happen: Tools containing moving elements or driving other moving tools (grinding wheels, sockets, sanding discs, etc.) can become entangled in hair, clothing, jewelry, and other loose objects, resulting in injury. How to prevent it: •...
  • Page 14 Compressor item Value Model Number APC4008 Peak H.R (CV) Tank Capacity 3/11.5 Gallons/Liters VoltagelAmps/Phase t20/2.6/1 Kick-In Pressure Kick-Out Pressure WAPJVING! T HEPOWERCORDON THISPRODUCTCONTAFNS LEAD, A CHEMICAL, K NOWNTOTHESTATEOF CAL TOCAUSE CANCERANDBIRTHDEFECTSOROTHER UCTIVEHARM. WASHHANDSAFTERHANDLING. Drain the moisture from the tank daily to help prevent corrosion. Pull the pressure relid valve dng daily to ensure proper function and clear possible obstructions.

  • Page 15: Basic Air Compressor Components

    Owner's Manual Compressor ( cont'd) BasicAir CompressorComponents Oilless air compressors are factory A&B lubricated for life and do not require any oil. The basic components of the air compressor are the electric motor, pump, pressure switch, and tank. The electric motor (see A) powers the pump.
  • Page 16 Compressor(cont'd) Assembling the Compressor (cont'd) 1 Pc. 1/4° NPT Air nozzle with trigger 1 Pc. 1/4" x 25' Recoi_ Air Hose 1 Pc. 1/4" NPT Quick. Coupler 3 Pc, 1/4_ NPT Thread Connectors ! M I Pc" 1/4° NPT Thread Connectors / F 1 Roll Teflon sealant thread tape 2 Tighten the handle into its position...

  • Page 17: Compressor Controls

    Owner's Manual Compressor ( cont'd) Compressor Controls • Power switch: This switch turns the compressor power ON and OFF. Pressure switch: This switch turns on the compressor. It is operated automatically when the power switch is in the ON position, it allows the compressor to start up or shut down automatically, without warning, upon air demand.

  • Page 18: Electrical Power Requirements

    AirCompressor Compressor ( cont'd) Compressor Controls(cont'd) • Regulated pressure gauge: This gauge measures the regulated outlet pressure. • Regulated pressure quick connect coupler: This coupler connects to the regulated outlet pressure. To connect air hose, push coupler in. To disconnect air hose, pull the coupler collar back and separate the coupling. ElectricalPowerRequirements ElectricalWiring Refer to the air oompressor's serial label for the unit's voltage and...

  • Page 19: Extension Cord

    Owner's Manual Compressor(cont'd) ElectricalPowerRequirements (cont'd) ExtensionCord ® If using an extension cord Length is necessary, be sure to Cord in Feet Rating use an extension with the 100' 150' correct specifications. (120 Volts) 10-12 Use the chart on the right to 12-14 reference the proper extension 14-16...

  • Page 20: Breakingin The Pump

    AirCompressor Compressor(cont'd) ElectricalPowerRequirements (cont'd) This product is for use on a nominal 115 volt circuit. An outlet with a grounding plug must be used. Make sure that the product is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this product. BreakingIn the Pump Turn the pressure switch to the OFF position.

  • Page 21: Daily Startup

    Owner's Manual Compressor(cont'd) Operating Instructions Daily Startup 1 Turn the power switch to the OFF position. Close the tank petcock. Turn in the clockwise direction. Plug in the power cord. WARNING!HIGHTEMPERA TURESARE GENERA TEDBY THE ELECTRICAL MOTORAND THEPUMP.TOPREVENTBURNSOR OTHERINJURIES, D O NOT TOUCHTHECOMPRESSOR WHILEIT fS RUNNING.ALLOWIT TO COOLBEFOREHANDLINGORSERVICING.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    AirCompressor Compressor ( cont'd) OperatingInstructions (cont'd) Tip the compressor (if necessary for your model) so the petcock is at the bottom of the tank(s). Then open the petcock to allow moisture to drain from the tank. Maintenance WARNING!TOA VOIDPERSONAL INJURY, A LWAYS SHUTOFFAND UNPLUG THECOMPRESSOR ANDRELIEVEALLAIRPRESSURE FROM THESYSTEMBEFOREPERFORMING ANY SERWCEON THEAIR COMPRESSOR.

  • Page 23: Checking The Relief Valve

    Owner's Manual Compressor ( cont'd) Maintenance (cont'd) Checkingthe Relief Valve Pull the relief valve daily to ensure that it is operating property and to clear the valve of any possible obstructions. Testingfor Leaks Check that all connections are tight. A small leak in any of the hoses or pipe connections will substantially reduce the performance of your air compressor.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    AirCompressor Troubleshooting solutions. Note: Troubleshooting problems may have similar causes and Lowpressure,or notenoughair,or compressor doesnotstop • Tank petcock is open Close petcock • Prolonged excessive use of air Decrease amount of air used • Compressor not large enough Check air requirement of accessory. If it is higher than CFM and pressure supplied by compressor, you need a larger compressor.
  • Page 25 Owner's Manual Troubleshooting(cont'd) Excessivestartingandstopping,while not in • Fittings leak Check fittings with soapy water. Tighten or reseal leaking fittings. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Replace worn parts and reassemble with new seals. Replace any faulty seals. • Air leaks from regulator, or regulator does not regulate pressure Dirty or damaged regulator internal parts.

  • Page 26: Motorwill Not Run

    AirCompressor Troubleshooting(cont'd) Overheating • Poor ventilation Relocate compressor to an area with cool, dry and well-circulated air. • Dirty cooling surfaces Clean all cooling surfaces of pump and motor thoroughly. • Leaking valve Replace worn parts and reassemble with new seals. Motorstalls •...
  • Page 27 Owner's Manual Troubleshooting(cont'd) Motorwill not run(cont'd) • Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Replace blown fuse or reset circuit breaker. Do not use fuse or circuit breaker with higher rating than specified for your branch circuit. Check for proper fuse; "Fusetron" type T is acceptable. Check for low voltage and proper extension cord size.

  • Page 28: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty All-Power America warrants to the original purchaser who uses the product in a consumer application (personal, residential or household usage) that products covered under this Warranty are free from defects in material workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Al! products _vered this limited Warranty which are used in commercial applications...
  • Page 29 ,,,,,,,,,,=, Owner's Manual Limited Warranty (cont'd) THIS WARRANTY DOES COVER: . Memhandise sold as reconditioned, used as rental equipment, or floor or display models. • Merchandise that has become damaged or inoperative bemuse of ordinary wear, misuse, ce!d, heat, rain, excessive humidity, freeze damage, use ef improper chemicNs, negligence, a_ident,...
  • Page 30 ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECTS, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT iS NOT COVERED BY THIS WAR_,NTiy. Some states do not a!iow the exciusion may not apply' to you.. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PA ICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM THE...

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