Porter-Cable Job Boss C3550 Instruction Manual

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Page 1 Direct Drive C3550 Oil Lube Portable Air Compressor IMPORTANT Please make certain that the person who To learn more about Porter-Cable is to use this equipment carefully reads visit our website at: and understands these instructions before http://www.porter-cable.com starting operations.
Page 2: Safety Guidelines - Definitions
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS 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 information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Save these instructions Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious injury and property damage. Read and understand all warnings and operation instructions before using this equipment. HAZARD WARNING: Risk of explosion or fire What Could Happen How To Prevent It It is normal for electrical contacts...
Page 4 HAZARD WARNING: Risk of Bursting Air Tank: The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the tank, and result in a violent tank explosion and could cause property damage or serious injury. What Could Happen How To Prevent It HAZARD WARNING: Risk from Flying Objects Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved...
Page 5 HAZARD WARNING: Risk of Electrical Shock What Could Happen How To Prevent It Your air compressor is powered by Never operate the compressor outdoors electricity. Like any other electrically when it is raining or in wet conditions. powered device, If it is not used Never operate compressor with properly it may cause electric shock.
Page 6 WARNING: Risk of Burns Never touch any exposed metal parts Touching exposed metal such as the on compressor during or immediately compressor head or outlet tubes, can after operation. Compressor will remain result in serious burns. hot for several minutes after operation. Do not reach around protective shrouds or attempt maintenance until unit has been allowed to cool.
Page 7 Unsafe operation of your air compressor Review and understand all instructions and warnings in this manual. could lead to serious injury or death to Become familiar with the operation and you or others. controls of the air compressor. Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets, and obstacles.
Page 8: Duty Cycle
GLOSSARY Become familiar with these terms before operating the unit. CFM: Cubic feet per minute. SCFM: Standard cubic feet per minute; a unit of measure of air delivery. PSIG: Pounds per square inch gauge; a unit of measure of pressure. Code Certification: Products that bear one or more of the following marks: UL, CUL, ETL, CETL, have been evaluated by OSHA certified independent safety laboratories and meet the applicable Underwriters Laboratories Standards for...
Page 9 NOTE: Use an oil specifically formulated for use in an air compressor, such as Porter-Cable PAS1 air compressor oil. Oil may be found at the store where the air compressor was purchased. Place unit on a level surface.
Page 10: Installation
INSTALLATION HOW TO SET UP YOUR UNIT Location of the Air Compressor • Locate the air compressor in a clean, dry, and well ventilated area. • The air compressor should be located at least 12" away from the wall or other obstructions that will interfere with the flow of air.
Page 11: Extension Cords
Extension Cords Use extra air hose instead of an extension cord to avoid voltage drop and power loss to the motor, and to prevent overheating. If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is: • a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the product •...
Page 12: Know Your Air Compressor
OPERATION Know Your Air Compressor READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Description of Operation Become familiar with these controls before operating the unit.
Page 13 Drain Valve (I): The drain valve is located at the base of the air tank and is used to drain condensation at the end of each use. Cooling System (not shown): This compressor contains an advanced design cooling system. At the heart of this cooling system is an engineered fan.
Page 14: How To Use Your Unit
How to Use Your Unit How to Stop: Set the On/Auto/Off lever to "OFF". Before Starting Break-in Procedure Serious damage may result if the following break-in instructions are not closely followed. This procedure is required before the air compressor is put into service and when the check valve or a complete compressor pump has been replaced.
Page 15: How To Start
How to Start: Turn the On/Auto/Off lever to "ON/AUTO" and allow tank pressure to build. Motor will stop when tank pressure reaches "cut-out" pressure. Pull the regulator knob out and turn clockwise to increase pressure. When the desired pressure is reached push knob in to lock in place. The compressor is ready for use.
Page 16: Customer Responsibilities
MAINTENANCE Customer Responsibilities Before Every Every Every Daily or each after each hours hours hours Check Safety Valve ● Drain Tank ● Oil Leaks ● Check Oil ● Change Oil ● ● 1 Air Filter 1- more frequent in dusty or humid conditions Unit cycles automatically when power is on.
Page 17 N:\Manual Art\Air Comp\Art\ACC000401-450\Acc000402.eps dipstick. NOTE: Use an oil specifically formulated for use in an air compressor, such as Porter-Cable PAS1 air compressor oil. Oil may be found at the store where the air compressor was purchased. Replace dipstick (A). Changing Set the On/Auto/Off lever to "OFF".
Page 18 Replace the oil drain plug (B). Slowly fill crankcase with oil. Crankcase capacity is 6 fluid ounces (177.4 ml). Oil level should be at the + (full) mark on the dipstick. Overfilling with oil will cause premature compressor failure. Do not overfill. Replace dipstick (A).
Page 19: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Unit cycles automatically when power is on. When doing Maintenance, you may be exposed to voltage sources, compressed air or moving parts. Personal injuries can occur. Before performing any Maintenance or repair, unplug the compressor and bleed off all air pressure.
Page 20 STORAGE Before you store the air compressor, make sure you do the following: Review the "Maintenance" section on the preceding pages and perform scheduled maintenance as necessary. Set the On/Auto/Off lever to "OFF". Turn the regulator counterclockwise and set the outlet pressure to zero. Remove the air tool or accessory.
Page 21: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Performing repairs may expose voltage sources, moving parts or compressed air sources, moving parts or compressed air sources. Personal injury may occur. Prior to attempting any repairs, unplug the air compressor and bleed off all air tank air pressure. CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM...
Page 22 CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM If there is an excessive amount It is normal for "some" Pressure reading of pressure drop when the pressure drop to occur. on the regulated accessory is used, adjust the pressure gauge regulator as instructed in the (if equipped) Operation section.
Page 23 CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Motor will not Let motor cool off and Motor overload protection run. overload switch will switch has tripped. automatically reset. Motor will start automatically Tank pressure exceeds when tank pressure drops pressure switch "cut-in" below "cut-in" pressure of pressure.
Page 24 CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM Knocking Noise. Possible defect in safety Operate safety valve manually valve. by pulling on ring. If valve still leaks, it should be replaced. Defective check valve. Remove and clean, or replace. Compressor mounting Tighten mounting screws,see screws loose. Parts manual for torque specifications.
Page 25 NOTES 25- ENG A08193...
Page 26 • Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the product as described in the Owners Manual(s). • Deliver or ship the product to the nearest Porter-Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center. Freight costs, if any, must be paid by the purchaser.

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