Porter-Cable CLFRP350 - Manuals

7- ENG A10055 Review and understand all instructions and warnings in this manual. Become familiar with the operation and controls 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 A10055 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 A10055 To Add Oil To Pump Risk of Unsafe Operation. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS AIR COMPRESSOR WITHOUT FIRST 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 proce...

10- ENG A10055 INSTALLATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. In the event of a short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. This air compressor must be properly grounded. The portable air compressor is equipped with a cord h...

11- ENG A10055 Extension Cords Using extension cords is not recommended. The use of extension cords will cause 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 hose by attaching another length of hose to it...

12- ENG A10055 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 Operat...

13- ENG A10055 Dipstick : Indicates the amount of oil in the pump, the + mark indicates full and the - mark indicates oil needs to be added. See Oil paragraphs in the Maintenance section for instructions. Motor Thermal Overload Protector (not shown): The motor has an automatic reset thermal overload...

14- ENG A10055 How to Start: 1. 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. 2. Pull the regulator knob out and turn clockwise to increase pressure. When the desired pressure is reached push k...

15- ENG A10055 MAINTENANCE Customer Responsibilities Daily or after each use Before each use ● ● ● ● Every 8 hours Every 40 hours Every 100 hours ● ● 1 1- more frequent in dusty or humid conditions Check Safety ValveDrain TankOil LeaksCheck OilChange Oil Air Filter NOTE: See "Operation" sect...

16- ENG A10055 5. Drain water from air tank by opening drain valve (counter-clockwise) on bottom of tank. Risk of Bursting. Water will condense in the air tank. If not drained, water will corrode and weaken the air tank causing a risk of air tank rupture. 6. After the water has been drained, close t...

17- ENG A10055 Air Filter - Inspection and Replacement Risk of Burns. Compressor head and cylinder sleeve are very hot. Do not touch. Allow compressor to cool prior to servicing. A dirty air filter will not allow the compressor to operate at full capacity. Keep the air filter clean at all times. 1. ...

18- ENG A10055 To Replace or Clean Check Valve 1. Release all air pressure from air tank. See "To Drain Tank" in the Maintenance section. 2. Unplug unit.3. Using an adjustable wrench loosen outlet tube nut at air tank and pump. Carefully move outlet tube away from check valve. 4. Using an ad...

19- ENG A10055 STORAGE Before you store the air compressor, make sure you do the following:1. Review the "Maintenance" section on the preceding pages and perform scheduled maintenance as necessary. 2. Set the On/Auto/Off lever to "OFF" and unplug unit.3. Risk of Flying Objects. Pull ...

20- ENG A10055 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Pressure switch does not shut off motor when compressor reaches "cut-out" pressure. Pressure switch "cut-out" too high. Move On/Auto/Off lever to the "OFF" position, if the unit does not shut off contact a Trained Servic...

23- ENG A10055 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Knocking Noise. Possible defect in safety valve. Operate safety valve manually by pulling on ring. If valve still leaks, it should be replaced. Compressor mounting screws loose. Tighten mounting screws,see Parts manual for torque specifications. Carbon build-u...

24- ENG A10055 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 air compressors, air tools, service parts, pressure washers, and g...