Porter-Cable CLFRP350 Instruction Manual Download Page 1

Direct Drive 

Oil Lube

Portable Air Compressor

Instruction 

manual

IMPORTANT

Please  make  certain  that  the  person  who 

is  to  use  this  equipment  carefully  reads 

and  understands  these  instructions  before 

starting operations.

Part No. 

A10055

-051-0

ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 25 

FRANÇAIS: PAGE 49

To learn more about Porter-Cable  

visit our website at: 

http://www.porter-cable.com

Copyright © 2005 Porter-Cable Corporation

The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the frame.  
Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for 
future reference.

Model No. 

Type

Serial No. 

Model

CLFRP350

®

Summary of Contents for CLFRP350

Page 1: ...structions before starting operations Part No A10055 051 0 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 2005 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: ...ndensed water from tank causing rust and thinning of the steel tank Modifications or attempted repairs to 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: ...run air pressure in the air tank begins to build It builds to a certain high pressure before the motor automatically shuts off protecting your air tank from pressure higher than its capacity The high...

Page 9: ...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...

Page 10: ...se if there are signs of damage 4 If these grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the compressor is properly grounded have the installation checked by a qual...

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: ...pressure 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 cl...

Page 13: ...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 pressure or is shut off The pr...

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 caus...

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: ...e to air compressor and possible personal injury See Troubleshooting for correction Risk of Unsafe Operation Overfilling with oil will cause premature compressor failure Do not overfill Checking 1 Set...

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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