Porter-Cable C3150 - Manuals

7- ENG D28299 Review and understand all instructions and warnings in this manual. Become familiar with the operation andcontrols of the air compressor. Keep operating area clear of all persons, pets, and obstacles. Keep children away from the air compressor at all times . Do not operate the product ...

8- ENG D28299 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 mo...

9- ENG D28299 INSTALLATION HOW TO SET UP YOUR UNIT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. In the event of a shortcircuit, grounding reduces the risk of shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This air compressor must beproperly grounded. The portable air compressor is e...

10- ENG D28299 Extension Cords Using extension cords is not recommended. The use of extension cords willcause voltage to drop resulting in power loss to the motor and overheating.Instead of using an extension cord, increase the working reach of the air hoseby attaching another length of hose to its ...

11- ENG D28299 Description of Operation Become familiar with these controls before operating the unit. On/Auto/Off Switch (A) : Turn this switch ON to provide automatic powerto the pressure switch and OFF toremove power at the end of each use. Pressure Switch (B): The pressure switch automatically s...

12- ENG D28299 Cooling System (not shown) : This compressor contains an advanced design cooling system. At the heart of this cooling system is an engineered fan. It isperfectly normal for this fan to blow air through the vent holes in largeamounts. You know that the cooling system is working when ai...

Before Starting Break-in instructions Serious damage may result if the following break-ininstructions 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. 1. Make sure the On/Auto/...

14- ENG D28299 How to Start: 1. Turn the On/Auto/Off lever to “AUTO” and allow tank pressure to build.Motor will stop when tank pressure reaches “cut-out” pressure. 2. Pull the regulator knob out and turn clockwise to increase pressure. Whenthe desired pressure is reached push knob in to lock in pla...

15- ENG D28299 MAINTENANCE Customer Responsibilities Daily oraftereachuse Beforeeachuse ● ● Yearly ● 1 1- more frequent in dusty or humid conditions Check Safety Valve Drain Tank Air Filter NOTE: See “Operation” section for the location of controls. To ensure efficient operation and longer life of t...

16- ENG D28299 Air Compressor Pump Intake and Exhaust Valves Once a year have a Trained Service Technician check the air compressor pumpintake and exhaust valves. Air Filter Inspection and Replacement Hot surfaces. Risk of burn. Compressor heads areexposed when filter cover is removed. Allow compres...

17- ENG D28299 To Replace or Clean Check Valve 1. Release all air pressure from air tank. See “To Drain Tank” in theMaintenance section. 2. Unplug outfit. NOTE: If needed the top panel may be removed to make parts accessible. 3. Using an adjustable wrench loosenoutlet tube nut at air tank andpump. C...

18- ENG D28299 STORAGE Before you store the air compressor, make sure you do the following: 1. Review the "Maintenance" section on the preceding pages and performscheduled maintenance as necessary. 2. Set the On/Auto/Off lever to "OFF". 3. Turn the regulator counterclockwise and set ...

19- ENG D28299 TROUBLESHOOTING Performing repairs may expose voltage sources, movingparts or compressed air sources, moving parts or compressed air sources. Personal injury may occur. Prior to attemptingany repairs, unplug the air compressor and bleed off all air tank airpressure. PROBLEM CAUSE CORR...

20- ENG D28299 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION It is normal for “some”pressure drop to occur. If there is an excessiveamount of pressure dropwhen the accessory is used,adjust the regulator followingthe instructions in the“Description of Operation”paragraph in the “OperationSection. NOTE: Adjust the regulat...

21- ENG D28299 Regulator willnot shut off airoutlet. Damaged regulator. Replace. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Motor will notrun. Fuse blown, circuit breakertripped. 1. Check fuse box for blown fuse and replace asnecessary. Reset circuitbreaker. Do not use a fuseor circuit breaker withhigher rating than ...

22- ENG D28299 LIMITED WARRANTY PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION warrants to the original purchaser that all products covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship. Products covered under this warranty include aircompressors, air tools, service parts, pressure washers, and ge...