Central Pneumatic 97080 User Manual

3 GALLON OILLESS
AIR COMPRESSOR
Model 97080
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Manual Revised 10e

Central Pneumatic 97080 Specifications

General

Type	Pancake
Tank Capacity	6 Gallons
Max Pressure	125 PSI
Motor Power	1.5 HP
Voltage	120V

Summary

General Safety Rules and Precautions

Work Area Safety

Guidelines for maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Prohibited Operation Areas

Warning against operating in explosive atmospheres or near ignition sources.

Bystander and Child Safety

Ensuring bystanders and children are kept away during operation.

Personal Safety

Operator Alertness and Condition

Emphasizes staying alert and avoiding operation while impaired.

Proper Attire and Hair Restraint

Accidental Starting Prevention

Specific Safety Rules and Precautions

Environmental and Breathing Air Safety

Tank Integrity and Piping Safety

Continued Specific Safety Rules

Daily Drainage and Valve Safety

Placement, Transport, and Use Restrictions

Grounding

Importance of Grounding

Explains why proper grounding is essential to prevent electric shock.

Three-Prong Plug and Outlet Usage

Details on using three-prong plugs and properly grounded outlets.

Hose Connection

Quick Coupler Safety

Warning against female quick couplers on tools to prevent accidental operation.

Operating Instructions

Starting the Compressor

Adjusting the Air Regulator

Stopping the Compressor

Inspection, Maintenance, and Cleaning

Pre-Use Inspection

Daily Tank Purge

Troubleshooting

Compressor Will Not Start

Possible causes and solutions for the compressor failing to start.

Low Pressure Issues

Potential causes and remedies for low air pressure output.

Safety Valve Releasing

Troubleshooting for the safety valve releasing unexpectedly.

Pressure Switch Malfunction

Diagnosing and addressing issues with the pressure switch.