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STEELE PRODUCTS SP-CE356M Owner's Manual

3.5 hp 6 gallon air compressor
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  • Page 1 D_er's Manual CU_lSress SP-CSSM FOR SE_IC£ CALL:o@@ E@@q PARA SERVlCI0 LLAME_ _LSUWmU_UmWUU &...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AirCompressor Tableof Contents Topic Page Safety Guidelines - Definitions Hazard Warnings Air Compressor • Precautions • Basic Air Compressor Components • Assembling the Compressor • Compressor Controls • Electrical Power Requirements • Breaking In The Pump • Operating Instructions • Maintenance •...
  • Page 3 Owner's Manual WARNING! READAND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETYPRECAUTIONS IN THISMANUALBEFOREOPERATING. F AILURETOCOMPLYWITH INSTRUCTIONS IN THISMANUALCOULDRESULTIN PERSONAL INJURY,PROPERTY DAMAGE,AND/OR VOIDING OF YOUR WARRANTY. STEELE®WILLNOTBE LIABLEFORANY DAMAGEBECAUSEOF FAILURETOFOLLOWTHESEINSTRUCTIONS. Compressor Inspection Prior to installation and usage, thoroughly inspect air compressor for damage or flaws. •...

  • Page 4: Safety Guidelines- Definitions

    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!WARNINGSINDICATE A CERTAINTY OR STRONG POSSIBILITY OFPERSONAL INJURYOR DEATHIF INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOTFOLLOWED.

  • Page 5: Hazardwarnings

    Owner's Manual HazardWarnings Dust WARNING!SOMEDUSTCREATEDBY POWERSANDING, S AWING, GRINDING,DRILLING, A ND OTHERCONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES CONTAINSCHEMICALS KNOWNTOTHE STATEOF CALIFORNIATO CAUSECANCER, B IRTHDEFECTSOR OTHERREPRODUCTIVE 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 AirCompressor HazardWarnings(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 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 AirCompressor 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. What could happen: HazardRiSk to Breathing/Inhalation...
  • Page 9 Owner's Manual HazardWarnings(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 AirCompressor 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 AirCompressor HazardWarnings(cont'd) Riskof ElectricShock 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 AirCompressor HazardWarnings(cont'd) Riskof Cutor Burns What could happen: • Tools which cut, shear, drill, staple punch, chisel, etc. are capable of causing serious injury. • The pump and manifold generate high temperatures. How to prevent it: Keep the working part of the tool away from hands and body. •...

  • Page 15: Air Compressor

    Owner's Manual Compressor Item Value Model Number SP-CE356M Peak H.P. (CV) Tank Capacity Gallons/Liters Voltage/Amps/Phase 120/13.5/1 Kick-In Pressure Kick-Out Pressure WARNING!THEPOWERCORDONTHISPRODUCTCONTAINS LEAD, A CHEMICAL, K NOR_I TOTHE STATEOF CALIFORNIATOCAUSE CANCER ANDBIRTHDEFECTSOROTHERREPRODUCTIVE HARM. WASHHANDSAFTERHANDLING. Precautions • Drain the moisture from the tank daily to help prevent corrosion. •...

  • Page 16: Basicair Compressor Components

    Owner's Manual Compressor(cont'd) BasicAir Compressor Components The basic components of the air A & B compressor are the electric motor, pump, pressure switch, and tank. The electric motor (see A) powers the pump. The electric motor is equipped with an overload protector and an automatic ¢...
  • Page 17 AirCompressor Compressor(cont'd) Assemblingthe Compressor (cont'd) Tighten the handle into its position with screws included. Check the compressor's serial label to ensure that you have received the model ordered, and that it has the required pressure rating for its intended use. 3 Locate the compressor according to the following guidelines: Position the compressor near a grounded electrical outlet (see GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS, above).

  • Page 18: 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, depending upon air demand.

  • Page 19: Electricalpowerrequirements

    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 compressor's serial label for the unit's voltage and...
  • Page 20 Owner's Manual Compressor(cont'd) ElectricalPowerRequirements (cont'd) ExtensionCord Use the chart on the right for the proper extension cord length. Length Rating Cord in Feet Use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug, (120 Volts) 100' 150' 10 8 and a 3-slot receptacle that will ac- ...................

  • Page 21: Breaking Inthe Pump

    AirCompressor Compressor(cont'd) Breaking Inthe Pump 1 Turn the pressure switch to the OFF position. 2 Open the petcock. Turn counterclockwise. Plug in the power cord. 4 Turn the power switch to the ON position. The compressor will start. Allow the compressor to run for 15 minutes, to break in the internal parts.
  • Page 22 Owner's Manual Compressor(cont'd) OperatingInstructions (cont'd) WARNING!HIGH TEMPERATURES A RE GENERATED BY THE ELECTRICAL MOTORAND THEPUMP.TOPREVENTBURNSOR OTHERINJURIES,DONOT TOUCHTHECOMPRESSOR WHILEIT IS RUNNING.ALLOWIT TOCOOLBEFOREHANDLINGORSERVICING. KEEPCHILDREN AWAYFROMTHECOMPRESSOR ATALL TIMES. Turn the power switch to the ON position. WARNING!WHENADJUSTING FROMA HIGHERTOA LOWER PRESSURE,TURNTHEKNOBCOUNTERCLOCKWISE T OREACHTHE DESIREDPRESSURE.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    pressor Compressor ( cont'd) Naintenance PLUGTHECOMPRESSOR AND REUEVEALL NR PRESSURE FROM THE WARNING! TOAVOID PERSONAL iNJURY,ALWAYSSHUTOFFAND UN- SYSTEMBEFOREPERFORMING ANY SERWCEON THEAiR COMPRESSOR. Regular maintenance will ensure trouble free operation. Your electric powered air compressor represents high quality engineering and construction; however, even high quality machinery requires periodic maintenance.

  • Page 24: Storage

    Owner's Manual Compressor(cont'd) Maintenance (cont'd) Draining the Tank Relievethe air pressurein the systemand openthe petcockon thebottomof thetank to drain. WARNING!CONDENSATION WILLACCUMULATE IN THETANK.TO PREVENTCORROSION OF THETANKFROMTHEINSIDE,THIS MOISTURE MUSTBE DRAINED AT THEEND OFEVERYWORKDAY. BE SURETO WEARPROTECTIVE EYEWEAR. problems with freezing of water condensation. Note: In cold climates, drain the tank after each use to reduce Checking the Relief Valve Pull the relief valve daily to ensure that it is operating properly and to clear...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    AirCompressor Troubleshooting solutions. Note: Troubleshooting problems may have similar causes and Low pressure, or notenoughair ,or compressordoes notstop • 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.
  • Page 26 Owner's Manual Troubleshooting(cont'd) Excessive startingandstopping,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 27 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 28 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 29: Glossaryof Terms

    Owner's Manual Glossaryof Terms • CFM: Cubic feet per minute; a unit of measure of air flow. • PSI: Pounds per square inch; a unit of measure of air pressure, • Kick-in pressure: Factory set low pressure point that starts the compressor to repressurize the tank to a higher pressure •...

  • Page 30: Parts Listing

    AirCompressor PARTS LISTING "-. "67...
  • Page 31 Owner'sManual PARTS LISTING APA PART NO. DESCRIPTION APA PART NO. DESCRIPTION Crankcase Bolt SP-CE356M-A-01-JW SP-CE356M-A-36-JW Crank shaft SP-CE356M-A-02-JW SP-CE356M-A-37-JW Gasket SP-CE356M-A-03-JW SP-CE356M-A-38-JW Rear bearing crank Crank case cover Stator SP-CE356M-A-04-JW SP-CE356M-A-39-JW Bolt SP-CE356M-A-05-JW SP-CE356M-A-40-JW Bearing Gasket Rotator SP-CE356M-A-06-JW SP-CE356M-A-41-JW SP-CE356M-A-07-JW SP-CE356M-A-42-JW Oil glass Bearing...

  • Page 32: Limitedwarranty

    AirCompressor LimitedWarranty STEELE@ warrants to the original purchaser who uses the product in a consumer application (personal, residential or household usage) that all products covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. All products covered by this limited warranty which are used in commercial applications (i.e.
  • Page 33 Owner's Manual LimitedWarranty(cont'd) THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: Merchandise sold as reconditioned, used as rental equipment, or floor or display models. Merchandise that has become damaged or inoperative because of ordinary wear, misuse, cold, heat, rain, excessive humidity, freeze damage, use of improper chemicals, negligence,...

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