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All-Power APC4007 Owner's Manual

3.5hp peak 8 gallon twin tank air compressor with detachable tank
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3.5HP Peak 8 Gallon Twin Tank
AIR COMPRESSOR
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  • Page 1 APC4007 Owner’s Manual 3.5HP Peak 8 Gallon Twin Tank AIR COMPRESSOR READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! www.allpoweramerica.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Air Compressor Table of Contents Page Topic Safety Guidelines-Definitions Hazard Warnings Air Compressor Precautions Basic Air Compressor Components Assembling the Air Compressor Compressor Controls Electrical Power Requirements Breaking In The Pump Operating Instructions Maintenance Storage Servicing Troubleshooting Glossary Terms Exploded View Parts List Limited Warranty...
  • Page 3 Failure to comply with instructions in this manual could result in personal injury,property damage, and / or voiding of your Warranty. All-Power America will not be liable for any damage because of failure to follow these Instructions.

  • Page 4: Safety Guidelines-Definitions

    Air Compressor SAFETY GUIDELINES-DEFINITIONS This manual contains important information that you need to know and understand in order to protect your yourself and to prevent equipment problems. The following symbols help you recognize this information. Please read the manual and pay close attention to these sections. WARNING! WARNINGS INDICATE A CERTAINTY OR STRONG POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IF INSTRUC-...

  • Page 5: Hazard Warnings

    Owner’s Manual Hazard Warnings Dust WARNING! Dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. These chemicals may include (but are not limited to) the following: •...
  • Page 6 Owner’s Manual Hazard Warnings (cont’d) RISK OF EYE OR HEAD INJURY 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 Hazard Warnings (cont’d) RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION What could happen: • Abrasive tools such as sanders and grinders, rotating tools such as drills, and impact tools such as nailers, staples, wrenches, hammers, and reciprocating saws are capable of generating sparks which could result in ignition of flammable materials. •...
  • Page 8 Owner’s Manual Hazard Warnings (cont’d) RISK OF HEARING LOSS What could happen: • Long term exposure to noise produced from the operation of air tools can lead to permanent hearing loss How to prevent: • Always wear ANSI S3.19 hearing protection when using a compressor. RISK TO BREATHING/INHALATION HAZARD What could happen: •...
  • Page 9 Owner’s Manual Hazard Warnings (cont’d) RISK OF 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 Owner’s Manual Hazard Warnings (cont’d) RISK OF 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 manufacture. •...
  • Page 11 Owner’s Manual Hazard Warnings (cont’d) RISK OF 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 Owner’s Manual Hazard Warnings (cont’d) RISK OF 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. • If the tool is not provided with an insulated gripping surface. Contact with a “live” wire makes exposed metal tool parts “live”, resulting in possible electrocution or death.
  • Page 13 Owner’s Manual Hazard Warnings (cont’d) RISK OF 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 Owner’s Manual Hazard Warnings (cont’d) RISK OF CUT OR 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: •...

  • Page 15: Air Compressor

    Owner’s Manual Compressor Specifications Model Number APC4007 Horse Power 3.5 Peak Tank Capacity Gallons/Liters 8 Gallon Voltage/Amps/Phase 120/14.6/1 Kick-In Pressure Kick-Out Pressure WARNING! The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical, known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 16: Basic Air Compressor Components

    Owner’s Manual Compressor Basic Compressor Components The basic components of the air compressor 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 reset. If the motor becomes overheated, the overload protector will shut it down to prevent damage to the motor.
  • Page 17 Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) Assembling the Compressor (cont’d) 1) 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. 2) Place the compressor according to the following guidelines: a.

  • Page 18: Compressor Controls

    Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) COMPRESSOR CONTROLS Power Button: 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: Electrical Power Requirements

    Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) COMPRESSOR CONTROLS Regulated pressures 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. Electrical Power Requirements Electrical Wiring Refer to the air compressor’s serial label for the unit’s voltage and amperage requirements.

  • Page 20: Grounding Instructions

    Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) ELECTRICAL POWER REQUIREMENTS (cont’d) Extension Cord Use the chart on the right for LENGTH OF the proper extension cord length. RATING CORD IN FEET (120 Volts) 25’ 50’ 100’ 150’ Use only a 3-wire extension cord 10-12 that has a 3-blade grounding plug 12-14...

  • Page 21: Breaking In The Pump

    Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) BREAKING IN THE PUMP Make sure to put oil in the crankcase before you start the air compressor. 1.Turn the switch to the OFF position. 2. Open the petcock. Turn counterclockwise (loosen). 3. Plug in the power cord and turn switch to the ON position. 4.
  • Page 22 Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! High temperatures are generated by the electrical motor and the pump. To prevent burns or other injuries, do not touch the compressor while it is running. Allow It to cool before handling or servicing. Keep children away from the compressor at all times.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) MAINTENANCE WARNING! To avoid personal injury, always shut off and unplug the compressor and relieve all air pressure from the system before performing any service on the air compressor. LUBRICATION This air compressor requires regular lubrication for operation. NOTE: Use air compressor oil such as SAE-20 (API CG/CD heavy duty).

  • Page 24: Storage

    Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) MAINTENANCE (cont’d) Relieve the air pressure in the system and open the petcock on the bottom of the tank to drain. WARNING! Condensation will accumulate in the tank. To prevent corrosion of the tank from the inside, this moisture must be drained at the end of every workday, be sure to wear protective eyewear.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) TROUBLE SHOOTING Note: Trouble shooting problems may have similar causes and solutions. Low pressure, or not enough air, or compressor does not stop. • Tank petcock is open Close pet cock • Prolonged excessive of air Decrease amount of air used •...
  • Page 26 Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) TROUBLE SHOOTING (cont’d) Excessive starting and stopping, while not in use • 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 regulator internal parts. •...
  • Page 27 Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) TROUBLE SHOOTING (cont’d) Overheating • Poor ventilation Relocate compressor to an area with cool, dry and well-circulated air. • Dirty cooling surface Clean all cooling surface of pump and thoroughly. • Leaking valve Replace worn parts and reassemble with new seals. Motor stalls •...
  • Page 28 Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) TROUBLE SHOOTING (cont’d) Motor will not run (cont’d) • Check valve stuck open Remove and clean or replace. • Pressure bleeder valve on pressure switch has not unloaded head pressure Bleed line by moving pressure switch lever to OFF position before restarting. If bleeder valve does not open, replace bleeder valve.

  • Page 29: Glossary Terms

    Owner’s Manual Compressor (cont’d) TROUBLE SHOOTING (cont’d) Glossary of Terms • CFM: Cubic feet per minute; a unit of measure of air flows. • 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 depressurize the tank to a higher pressure.

  • Page 30: Exploded View

    Owner’s Manual Exploded View Warning: Repairs should be made by an aothorized repair center. Opening this tool could invalidate your warranty.

  • Page 31: Parts List

    Owner’s Manual Compressor Parts List Elbow Quick-Connector Power Cord Pressure switch Lather Pipe...

  • Page 32: Limited Warranty

    Air Compressor LIMITED WARRANTY All-Power America 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.
  • Page 33 Expendable parts or accessories supplied with the product which are expected to become inoperative or unusable after a reasonable period of use. Merchandise sold by All-Power America which has been manufactured by and identified as the product of another company, such as gasoline engines. The product manufacturer's Warranty, if any, will apply.

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