60 Gallon Single Stage Stationary Air Compressor
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ASSEMBLY
Locate the compressor according to the following guidelines:
1. For optimum performance, locate the compressor close
to the power panel (see section Main Power Panel) and
as close as possible to the place where the air will be
used. This ensures maximum power to the compressor
and maximum air pressure to the tool. If both of these
conditions cannot be met, it is better to locate the
compressor close to the power panel and use a longer
hose to reach the usage area.
2. The flywheel side of the compressor must be at least
12 in. (30.5 cm) from any wall or obstruction, in a
clean, well-ventilated area, to ensure sufficient air flow
and cooling.
3. In cold climates, locate the compressor in a heated building
to reduce problems with lubrication, motor starting and
freezing of water condensation.
4. The compressor must be level to ensure proper lubrication
of the pump and good drainage of the moisture in the tank.
5. Vibration pads under the tank’s feet are recommended (A).
ELECTRICAL POWER REQUIREMENTS
WARNING! All wiring should be performed by a qualified electrician.
Refer to the air compressor’s serial label for the unit’s voltage and amperage requirements. Ensure
that all wiring is done by a licensed electrician in accordance with all electrical and safety codes,
as well as the most recent Canadian Electrical Code (CE) and Canadian Centre for Occupational
Health and Safety (CCOHS).
MAIN POWER PANEL
For best performance and reliable starting, the air compressor must be plugged or wired into
a dedicated 240V circuit, as close as possible to the main power panel. A circuit breaker is
recommended. Use a time delay fuse if the air compressor is connected to a circuit protected by a
fuse, as the compressor will momentarily draw several times its specific amperage when
first started.
MAIN POWER DISCONNECT SWITCH
Low voltage or an overloaded circuit can make it difficult to start the motor or can cause the
circuit breaker to trip, especially in cold conditions. Low voltage can have several sources:
• Low supply voltage from the local power company.
• Other equipment running on the same line. The compressor may fail to start if any other
electrical devices are drawing from the compressor’s circuit.
• Inadequate wiring to the power source. The input voltage will drop by 20 to 40 volts at
startup if the wiring is not adequate. Inadequate wiring depends on the distance between
the compressor and the 240V power source. As distance increases without a change in wire
gauge (thickness), the power will drop and not enough Volts/Amps will reach the motor.
The wire gauge must increase in size (gauge 8 is larger than gauge 10) to accommodate the
voltage drop. Refer to the Canadian Electrical Code (CE) to determine proper wire size for
your circuit.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be connected to a permanent, metallic wiring system or a grounding terminal/
lead on the equipment.
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