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Part No. N158523   FEB 12 

Copyright © 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012 PORTER-CABLE

Air Compressor

Compresor de aire

 

Compresseur d’air

Instruction manual

Manuel d'instructions

Manual de'instrucciones

www.portercable.com 

INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS 

DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA. 

 LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO 

ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.

Maintenance-free pump

La pompe sans entretien

La bomba sin mantenimiento

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. 

This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT 

PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please 

read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.

Indicates an imminently 

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 

will

 result in 

death or serious injury

.

Indicates a potentially 

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 

may

 result in 

minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially 

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 

could

 result in 

death or serious injury.

Indicates a practice 

not 

related to personal injury 

which, if not 

avoided, 

may

 result in p

roperty damage. 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to 

cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

 

Wash hands after handling

.

Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause 

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm such as asbestos and lead in lead based 

paint.

To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 

HAZARD

 

 

 RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

•  It  is  normal  for  electrical  contacts  within 

the motor and pressure switch to spark.

•  Always  operate  the  compressor  in  a 

well ventilated area free of combustible 

materials, gasoline, or solvent vapors.

•  If electrical sparks from compressor come 

into contact with flammable vapors, they 

may ignite, causing fire or explosion.

•  If  spraying  flammable  materials,  locate 

compressor at least 20' (6.1  m) away 

from spray area. An additional length of 

air hose may be required.

•  Store  flammable  materials  in  a  secure 

location away from compressor.

•  Restricting  any  of  the  compressor 

ventilation openings will cause serious 

overheating and could cause fire.

•  Never place objects against or on top of 

compressor.

•  Operate compressor in an open area at 

least 12" (30.5 cm) away from any wall or 

obstruction that would restrict the flow of 

fresh air to the ventilation openings.

•  Operate compressor in a clean, dry well 

ventilated area. Do not operate unit in 

any confined area. Store indoors.

•  Unattended  operation  of  this  product 

could result in personal injury or property 

damage. To reduce the risk of fire, do 

not allow the compressor to operate 

unattended.

•  Always  remain  in  attendance  with  the 

product when it is operating.

•  Always turn off and unplug unit when not 

in use.

HAZARD

 

 RISK TO BREATHING (ASPHYXIATION) 

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

•  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 air 

tank. Breathing these contaminants can 

cause serious injury or death.

•  Never use air obtained directly from the 

compressor to supply air for human 

consumption. The compressor is not 

equipped with suitable filters and 

in-line safety equipment for human 

consumption.

•  Exposure to chemicals in dust created by 

power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, 

and other construction activities may be 

harmful.

•  Sprayed  materials  such  as  paint,  paint 

solvents, paint remover, insecticides, 

weed killers, may contain harmful vapors 

and poisons.

•  Work  in  an  area  with  good  cross 

ventilation. Read and follow the safety 

instructions provided on the label or 

safety data sheets for the materials you 

are spraying. Always use certified safety 

equipment: NIOSH/OSHA respiratory 

protection or properly fit ting face mask 

designed for use with your specific 

application.

HAZARD

 

RISK OF BURSTING

Air Tank: 

On February 26, 2002, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission 

published Release # 02-108 concerning air compressor tank safety:
Air compressor receiver tanks do not have an infinite life. Tank life is dependent upon 

several factors, some of which include operating conditions, ambient conditions, proper 

installations, field modifications, and the level of maintenance. The exact effect of these 

factors on air receiver life is difficult to predict.
If proper maintenance procedures are not followed, internal corrosion to the inner wall of 

the air receiver tank can cause the air tank to unexpectedly rupture allowing pressurized 

air to suddenly and forcefully escape, posing risk of injury to consumers.
Your compressor air tank must be removed from service by the end of the year shown on 

your tank warning label.
The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the air tank, and result in a violent 

air tank explosion:

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

•  Failure to properly drain condensed water 

from air tank, causing rust and thinning of 

the steel air tank.

•  Drain  air  tank  daily  or  after  each  use. 

If air tank develops a leak, replace it 

immediately with a new air tank or 

replace the entire compressor.

•  Modifications or attempted repairs to the 

air tank.

•  Never  drill  into,  weld,  or  make  any 

modifications to the air tank or its 

attachments. Never attempt to repair a 

damaged or leaking air tank. Replace 

with a new air tank.

•  Unauthorized modifications to the safety 

valve or any other components which 

control air tank pressure.

•  The  air  tank  is  designed  to  withstand 

specific operating pressures. Never make 

adjustments or parts substitutions to 

alter the factory set operating pressures.

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.

•  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.

Tires:

•  Over  inflation  of  tires  could  result  in 

serious injury and property damage.

•  Use  a  tire  pressure  gauge  to  check  the 

tires pressure before each use and while 

inflating tires; see the tire sidewall for the 

correct tire pressure. 

 

NOTE:

 Air tanks, compressors and similar 

equipment used to inflate tires can fill 

small tires very rapidly. Adjust pressure 

regulator on air supply to no more than 

the rating of the tire pressure. Add air in 

small increments and frequently use the 

tire gauge to prevent over inflation.

HAZARD

 

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

•  Your compressor is powered by electricity. 

Like any other electrically powered 

device, if it is not used properly it may 

cause electric shock.

•  Never operate the compressor outdoors 

when it is raining or in wet conditions.

•  Never  operate  compressor  with 

protective covers removed or damaged.

•  Repairs  attempted  by  unqualified 

personnel can result in serious injury or 

death by electrocution.

•  Any  electrical  wiring  or  repairs  required 

on this product should be performed 

by authorized service center personnel 

in accordance with national and local 

electrical codes.

• 

Electrical Grounding: 

Failure to provide 

adequate grounding to this product 

could result in serious injury or death 

from electrocution. Refer to 

Grounding 

Instructions

 paragraph in the 

Installation 

section.

•  Make  certain  that  the  electrical  circuit 

to which the compressor is connected 

provides proper electrical grounding, 

correct voltage and adequate fuse 

protection.

HAZARD

 

RISK FROM FLYING OBJECTS

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

•  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 certified safety equipment: 

ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA 

Z94.3) 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 

air tank before attempting maintenance, 

attaching tools or accessories.

HAZARD

 

 

 RISK OF HOT SURFACES

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

•  Touching  exposed  metal  such  as  the 

compressor head, engine head, engine 

exhaust or outlet tubes (J, Fig. 2), can 

result in serious burns.

•  Never touch any exposed metal parts on 

compressor during or immediately after 

operation. Compressor will remain hot 

for several minutes after operation.

•  Do not reach around protective shrouds 

or attempt maintenance until unit has 

been allowed to cool.

HAZARD

 

 

RISK FROM MOVING PARTS

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

•  Moving parts such as the pulley, flywheel, 

and belt can cause serious injury if they 

come into contact with you or your 

clothing.

•  Never  operate  the  compressor  with 

guards or covers which are damaged or 

removed.

•  Keep  your  hair,  clothing,  and  gloves 

away from moving parts. Loose clothes, 

jewelry, or long hair can be caught in 

moving parts. 

•  Air  vents  may  cover  moving  parts  and 

should be avoided as well. 

•  Attempting  to  operate  compressor  with 

damaged or missing parts or attempting 

to repair compressor with protective 

shrouds removed can expose you to 

moving parts and can result in serious 

injury.

•  Any  repairs  required  on  this  product 

should be performed by authorized 

service center personnel.

HAZARD

 

RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

•  Unsafe  op er a tion  of  your  compressor 

could lead to se ri ous in jury or death to 

you or others.

•  Review  and  understand  all  instructions 

and warnings in this manual.

•  Be come  fa mil iar  with  the  op eration  and 

con trols of the air compressor.

•  Keep operating area clear of all persons, 

pets, and obstacles.

•  Keep  chil dren  away  from  the  air 

compressor at all times.

•  Do  not  operate  the  product  when 

fatigued or under the influence of alcohol 

or drugs. Stay alert at all times.

•  Never  defeat  the  safety  features  of  this 

prod uct.

•  Equip  area  of  operation  with  a  fire 

extinguisher.

•  Do  not  op er ate  machine  with  missing, 

broken,  or  un au tho rized  parts.

•  Never stand on the compressor.

HAZARD

 

RISK OF FALLING

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

•  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  compressor  in  a  stable 

secure position to prevent accidental 

movement of the unit. Never operate 

compressor on a roof or other elevated 

position. Use additional air hose to reach 

high locations.

HAZARD

 

RISK FROM NOISE

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

HOW TO PREVENT IT

•  Under  some  conditions  and  duration 

of use, noise from this product may 

contribute to hearing loss. 

•  Always  wear  proper  hearing  protection 

during use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  

FOR FUTURE USE

SPECIFICATIONS

Model No. 

PCFP02003

Bore 

1.875" (47.6 mm)

Stroke 

1.250" (31.8 mm) 

Voltage/Hz-Single Phase 

120/60

Minimum Branch Circuit Requirement 

15 amps

Fuse Type 

Time Delay

Air Tank Capacity 

3.5 Gallon (13.25 liters)

Approximate Cut-in Pressure 

105 psig

Approximate Cut-out Pressure 

135 psig

SCFM @ 40 psig 

3.1 

SCFM @ 90 psig 

2.0

Regulated Pressure Rating (Approximate) 

3–150 psi

Quick Connect Type 

1/4" (6.4 mm) Industrial

Refer to Glossary for abbreviations.

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 more of the following marks: UL

®

, CUL, 

CULUS, ETL

®

, CETL, CETLUS, have been evaluated by OSHA certified independent safety 

laboratories and meet the applicable Standards for Safety.

Cut-In Pressure: 

While  the  motor  is  off,  air  tank  pressure  drops  as  you  continue  to  use 

your accessory. When the tank pressure drops to a certain lower level the motor will restart 

automatically. The low pressure at which the motor automatically restarts is called "cut-in" 

pressure.

Cut-Out Pressure: 

When an air compressor is turned on and begins to run, air pressure in 

the air tank begins to build. It builds to a certain high pressure before the motor automati-

cally shuts off, protecting your air tank from pressure higher than its capacity. The high pres-

sure at which the motor shuts off is called "cut-out" pressure.

Branch Circuit: 

Circuit carrying electricity from electrical panel to outlet.

PCFP02003

Summary of Contents for PCFP02003

Page 1: ...inflation of tires could result in serious injury and property damage Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tires pressure before each use and while inflating tires see the tire sidewall for the corr...

Page 2: ...orming maintenance you may be exposed to voltage sources compressed air or moving parts Personal injuries can occur Before performing any maintenance or repair disconnect power source from the compres...

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