Quincy Compressor
1312100602, September 2012
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3501 Wisman Lane, Quincy IL - 62305-3116
Fig. 1 Electrical Connections for Model Q13160V
CAUTION !
Unusual noise or vibration indi cates a problem. Do
not operate the compressor un til the source has
been identi fied and corrected by a qualified techni
-
cian.
Electrical Information
The installation, electric motor, wiring, and all elec-
trical controls must be in accordance with Na tional
Electric Code, National Electric Safety Code, Ca-
nadian Electric Code, state and local codes. Failure
to abide by the na tional, state and local codes may
result in physical harm and/or property damage. All
electrical connections must be performed by a quali-
fied electrician. Note: This unit must be grounded.
Some Air Master compressors are equipped with
an electrical supply cord. Do not modify the cord!
If the plug will not fit the outlet, have the correct
outlet installed by a certified electrician.
Air Master compressors not equipped with a power
cord must be wired in accordance with the NEC and
all state and local codes and ordinances (see Fig. 1).
DANGER !
High voltage may cause personal injury or death.
Dis connect and lockout/tagout per OSHA regulation
1910.147 all electrical power supplies before opening
the electrical enclosure or servicing.
WARNING !
Never assume a compressor is safe to work on
just be cause it is not operating. It could restart at
any time. Fol low all safety precautions outlined in
MAINTENANCE.
Overload Relay Protection
(if so equipped)
An overload relay will stop the unit if the motor
becomes overheated. (Causes for overheating of the
motor can be found in TROUBLESHOOTING.) Once
the overload relay has been tripped, the motor must
cool and the red overload button on the motor must
be reset be fore the unit will start.
CAUTION !
Overload relays are designed to protect the motor
from damage due to motor overload. If the overload
relay trips persistently, DO NOT CONTINUE TO PUSH
THE RESET BUTTON! Contact your local Quincy
distributor for assistance.
Extension Cords (portable units)
To avoid power loss and overheating of the motor, use
of additional air hose is recommended rather than
an exten sion cord. If an extension cord is to be used,
it must be a 3 wire cord with a 3 prong plug. Refer
to the following chart to determine the wire gauge
required in relation to the cord length:
Cord Length
Wire Gauge Size
up to 25 ft.
14-12 ga.
up to 100 ft.
10 ga.
CAUTION !
Do not operate this compressor more than 10° off
level or move it while it is running.
Mounting Stationary Units
Proper mounting of Air Master compressor units
is crucial to the safe operation and longevity of the
equipment.
WARNING!
The compressor unit must be removed from the
shipping skid prior to installation.
The installation requires a flat and level concrete
floor or pad. All vertical stationary tank units
must be anchored! Quincy recommends that all
vertical tank units be mounted as indicated without
isolators ( See Fig. 2).
State or local codes may mandate that the com-
pressor be bolted to the floor. In this case the unit
Connect 230 Volt Power Here
Connect Ground Wire to Ground Screw
CAUTION !
Verify all wires are secure
and fasteners are torqued
before connecting power to
the unit.
