Porter-Cable CLFCP350 Instruction Manual page 9

Accessories for this unit are available at the store the unit was purchased.
To Add Oil To Pump
ADDING OIL TO THE CRANKCASE. Serious damage can result from even
limited operation unless filled with oil and broken in correctly. Make sure
to closely follow initial start-up procedures.
the pump upon receipt of the air compressor. This is due to plant testing
and does not mean the pump contains oil.
leave carbon deposits on critical components, thus reducing performance
and compressor life. Use air compressor oil only.
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.
1. Place unit on a level surface.
pressure before removing the dipstick.
See "To Drain Tank" in the Maintenance
section.
dipstick is free from debris. If air vent is
blocked pressure can build in crankcase
causing damage to air compressor and
possible personal injury. See
Troubleshooting for correction.
2. Remove dipstick (A) and 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.
NOTE: If the oil is added too quickly, it will overflow and appear to be full.
3. Replace dipstick.
ACCESSORIES
ASSEMBLY
Risk of Unsafe Operation. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
OPERATE THIS AIR COMPRESSOR WITHOUT FIRST
Risk of Unsafe Operation. COMPRESSORS ARE SHIPPED
WITHOUT OIL. A small amount of oil may be present in
Risk of Unsafe Operation. Multi-Viscosity motor oils, like
10W 30, should not be used in an air compressor. They
Risk from Flying Object.
Drain tank to release air
Risk from Flying Object.
Make sure air vent (B) in
9- ENG
B
A
+ full
- add
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