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A02212

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

can cause

soft tissue damage

to exposed skin

and can propel 

dirt, chips,

loose

particles

, and small objects 

at high

speed

, resulting in property damage or

personal injury.

Always 

wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety

glasses with side shields

when using the

compressor.

Never point 

any 

nozzle or sprayer

toward

any part of the body or at other

people or animals.

Always 

turn the compressor off and

bleed pressure

from the air hose and tank

before attempting maintenance, attaching
tools or accessories.

HAZARD

HAZARD

Drain tank daily or after each use. 

If

tank develops a leak, replace it
immediately with a new tank or replace
the entire compressor.

Failure to properly drain condensed
water from tank, causing rust and
thinning of the steel tank.

Modifications or attempted repairsto 
the tank.Unauthorized modifications 

to the unloader valve, safety valve, 

or any other components which 

control tank pressure.

Never 

drill into, weld, or 

make any

modifications to the tank 

or its

attachments.

Excessive vibration can weaken the 
air tank and cause rupture or 
explosion

The tank is designed to withstand specific
operating pressures. 

Never make

adjustments or parts substitutions to
alter the factory set operating
pressures.

For essential control of air pressure, 

you

must install a pressure regulator and
pressure gauge to the air outlet (if not
equipped)

of your compressor. Follow the

equipment manufacturers
recommendation and never exceed the
maximum allowable pressure rating of
attachments. 

Never use compressor to

inflate small low pressure objects such
as children’s toys, footballs,
basketballs, etc.

ATTACHMENTS  & ACCESSORIES:

Exceeding the pressure rating of air
tools, 

spray guns, air operated

accessories, tires, and other inflatables

can cause them to explode 

or fly apart,

and could result in serious injury.

How To Prevent It

What Could Happen

Summary of Contents for CLFCP350

Page 1: ...structions before starting operations Part No A02212 043 1 ESPA OL P GINA 25 FRAN AIS PAGE 49 To learn more about Porter Cable visit our website at http www porter cable com Copyright 2004 Porter Cabl...

Page 2: ...the symbols below Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities...

Page 3: ...roperty damage To reduce the risk of fire do not allow the compressor to operate unattended Always operate the compressor in a well ventilated area free of combustible materials gasoline or solvent va...

Page 4: ...ondensed water from tank causing rust and thinning of the steel tank Modifications or attempted repairsto the tank Unauthorized modifications to the unloader valve safety valve or any other components...

Page 5: ...ect voltage and adequate fuse protection The compressed air directly from your compressor is not safe for breathing The air stream may contain carbon monoxide toxic vapors or solid particles from the...

Page 6: ...thing WARNING Risk of Falling A portable compressor can fall from a table workbench or roof causing damage to the compressor and could result in serious injury or death to the operator Always operate...

Page 7: ...parts WARNING Risk of Unsafe Operation Unsafe operation of your air compressor could lead to serious injury or death to you or others HAZARD WARNING Risk of Serious Injury or Property Damage When Tran...

Page 8: ...ntinuously However to prolong the life of your air compressor it is recommended that a 50 75 average duty cycle be maintained that is the air compressor pump should not run more than 30 45 minutes in...

Page 9: ...nly 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...

Page 10: ...instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the compressor is properly grounded have the installation checked by a qualified electrician Risk of Electrical Shock IMPROPER...

Page 11: ...NOT USE 14 OR 16 AWG Voltage and Circuit Protection Refer to the specification chart for the voltage and minimum branch circuit requirements Certain air compressors can be operated on a 15 amp circuit...

Page 12: ...essure Tank Pressure Gauge The tank pressure gauge indicates the reserve air pressure in the tank Regulator Controls the air pressure shown on the outlet pressure gauge Pull the knob out and turn cloc...

Page 13: ...re release valve located on the side of the pressure switch is designed to automatically release compressed air from the compressor head and the outlet tube when the air compressor reaches cut out pre...

Page 14: ...accessories to prevent hose backlash NOTE The hose or accessory will require a quick connect plug if the air outlet is equipped with a quick connect socket Risk of Bursting Too much air pressure cause...

Page 15: ...e checks To Check Safety Valve Risk of Bursting If the safety valve does not work properly over pressurization may occur causing air tank rupture or an explosion 1 Before starting compressor pull the...

Page 16: ...essure can build in crankcase causing damage to air compressor and possible personal injury See Troubleshooting for correction Risk of Unsafe Operation Overfilling with oil will cause premature compre...

Page 17: ...lock into place Motor The motor has an automatic reset thermal overload protector If the motor overheats for any reason the overload protector will shut off the motor The motor must be allowed to coo...

Page 18: ...c in the closed position if not the check valve needs to be cleaned or replaced 8 Clean or replace the check valve A solvent such as paint or varnish remover can be used to clean the check valve 9 App...

Page 19: ...to bleed from the tank until tank pressure is approximately 20 psi Release safety valve ring 6 Drain water from air tank by opening drain valve on bottom of tank Risk of Bursting Water will condense...

Page 20: ...nk welds Defective air tank Air tank must be replaced Do not repair the leak Risk of Bursting Do not drill into weld or otherwise modify air tank or it will weaken The tank can rupture or explode Air...

Page 21: ...rained Service Technician Regulator knob has continuous air leak Regulator will not shut off air outlet Damaged regulator Have checked by a Trained Service Technician Possible defect in safety valve O...

Page 22: ...xceeds pressure switch cut in pressure Motor will start automatically when tank pressure drops below cut in pressure of pressure switch Loose electrical connections Check wiring connection inside pres...

Page 23: ...ee Parts manual for torque specifications Carbon build up in pump Have checked by a Trained Service Technician Squealing sound Compressor pump has no oil See Oil Checking paragraph in the Maintenace s...

Page 24: ...purchaser Air compressors with 60 and 80 gallon tanks will be inspected at the site of installation Contact the nearest Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center that provides on site service c...

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