Page 2 - SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS; YOUR SAFETY; and; PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS; . To help you recognize this; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; lead from lead-based paints
2- ENG A02233 SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS Indicates an imminentlyhazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentiallyhazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentiallyhazardous situatio...
Page 3 - Save these instructions; WARNING: Risk of explosion or fire
3- ENG A02233 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Save these instructions Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in serious injury andproperty damage. Read and understand all warnings and operation instructions beforeusing this equipment. HAZARD WARNING: Risk of explosion or fire H...
Page 4 - HAZARD
4- ENG A02233 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. How To Prevent It What Could Happen WARNING: Risk from Flying Objects The compressed air stream ...
Page 7 - WARNING: Risk of Unsafe Operation; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
7- ENG A02233 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 ...
Page 8 - GLOSSARY; CFM; DUTY CYCLE
8- ENG A02233 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...
Page 9 - HANDLE ASSEMBLY; This position of the handle
9- ENG A02233 Accessories for this unit are available at the store the unit was purchased. ACCESSORIES ASSEMBLY HANDLE ASSEMBLY 1. To make installation easier, submergehandle grip (C) into warm soapy water.Remove handle grip (C) from soapywater and slide onto handle (D). 2. Press tube plugs (E) into...
Page 10 - To Add Oil To Pump; Place unit on a level surface.
To Add Oil To Pump DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS AIR COMPRESSORWITHOUT FIRST ADDING OIL TO THE CRANKCASE. Serious damage can result from even limited operation unless filled withoil and broken in correctly. Make sure to closely follow initial start-upprocedures. COMPRESSORS ARE SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL....
Page 11 - GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS; The outlet being used must be installed and grounded in; DO NOT USE AN; INSTALLATION; Location of the Air Compressor; Locate the air compressor in a clean, dry, and well ventilated area.; DO NOT; HOW TO SET UP YOUR UNIT
11- ENG A02233 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 equipped with a cord having a groundi...
Page 13 - OPERATION; Know Your Air Compressor; Outlet Pressure Gauge:; Drain
13- ENG A02233 OPERATION Know Your Air Compressor READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself withthe location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for futurereference. Description of Operation...
Page 14 - How to Use Your Unit; Before Starting; before; Dipstick
14- ENG A02233 Dipstick : Indicates the amount of oil in the pump, the + mark indicates full and the - mark indicates oil needs tobe added. See Oil paragraphs in the Maintenance sectionfor instructions. Motor Thermal Overload Protector (not shown): The motor has an automatic reset thermal overload p...
Page 15 - Too much air pressure causes a hazardous risk of; The compressor is now ready for use.
15- ENG A02233 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...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE; Customer Responsibilities
16- ENG A02233 MAINTENANCE Customer Responsibilities Daily orafter eachuse Beforeeachuse ● ● ● ● Every8hours Every40hours Every100hours ● ● 1 1- more frequent in dusty or humid conditions Check Safety Valve Drain Tank Oil Leaks Check Oil Change Oil Air Filter NOTE: See “Operation” section for the lo...
Page 17 - NOTE; Oil; Checking; Wipe oil from dipstick.; Changing; Remove the oil drain plug (B) and drain oil into a suitable container.
17- ENG A02233 5. Drain water from air tank by opening drain valve (counter-clockwise) onbottom of tank. Water will condense in the air tank. If not drained, waterwill corrode and weaken the air tank causing a risk of air tank rupture. 6. After the water has been drained, close the drain valve (cloc...
Page 18 - Air Filter - Inspection and Replacement; to cool prior to servicing.; Remove the air filter from filter cover.; IMPORTANT; : Do not operate the compressor with the air filter removed.; Motor; The motor does not get up to full power or speed.
18- ENG A02233 Air Filter - Inspection and Replacement Hot surfaces. Risk of burn. Compressor heads areexposed when filter cover is removed. Allow compressor to cool prior to servicing. A dirty air filter will not allow the compressor to operate at full capacity. Keepthe air filter clean at all time...
Page 19 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; Unplug or disconnect electrical supply to the air compressor.; To Replace Regulator
19- ENG A02233 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Unit cycles automatically when power is on. When doingMaintenance, you may be exposed to voltage sources, compressed air or moving parts. Personal injuries can occur. Beforeperforming any Maintenance or repair, unplug the compressor and bleedoff all air pressur...
Page 20 - STORAGE; Before you store the air compressor, make sure you do the following:; ALTERNATE HANDLE STORAGE
20- ENG A02233 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 the outl...
Page 21 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM; Check valve seat damaged.
21- ENG A02233 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...
Page 23 - Check valve stuck open.
23- ENG A02233 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Motor will notrun. Fuse blown, circuit breakertripped. 1. Check fuse box for blownfuse and replace asnecessary. Reset circuitbreaker. Do not use a fuseor circuit breaker withhigher rating than thatspecified for yourparticular branch circuit. 2. Check for prope...
Page 24 - Knocking Noise. Possible defect in safety
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Knocking Noise. Possible defect in safety valve. Operate safety valve manuallyby pulling on ring. If valve stillleaks, it should be replaced. Compressor mountingscrews loose Tighten mounting screws,seeParts manual for torquespecifications. Carbon build-up in pump Have checke...
Page 25 - NOTES
Page 26 - LIMITED WARRANTY
26- ENG A02233 LIMITED WARRANTY Porter-Cable Corporation Jackson, TN USA 1-888-559-8550 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 aircompres...