Porter-Cable CF1540 - Installation and Break-In Procedures; Location of the Air Compressor; Voltage and Circuit Protection

Tank Pressure Gauge (G) Fig. 3: The tank pressure gauge indicates the
reserve air pressure in the tank.
Cooling System: This compressor contains an advanced design cooling
system. At the heart of this cooling system is an engineered fan. It is perfectly
normal for this fan to blow air through the vent holes in large amounts. You
know that the cooling system is working when air is being expelled.
Air Intake Filter (H) Fig. 1: This filter is designed to clean air flowing into the
pump. This filter must always be clean and free from obstructions. Twist filter
cover counter-clockwise to remove and expose paper filter element.
Drain Valve (J) Fig. 2: The drain valve is located at the base of the lower air
tank and is used to drain condensation at the end of each use.
Motor Thermal Overload Protector: The electric motor has an automatic
thermal overload protector. If the motor overheats for any reason, the thermal
overload protector will shut off the motor. The motor must be allowed to cool
before restarting.
Pressure Release Valve: The pressure release valve located on 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. If the air is not released, the motor will try to
start, but will be unable to. The pressure release valve allows the motor to
restart freely. When the motor stops running, air will be heard escaping from
this valve for a few seconds. No air should be heard leaking when the motor
is running, or continuous leaking after unit reaches cut-out pressure.
Safety Valve (K) Fig. 3: If the pressure switch does not shut off the air
compressor at its cutout pressure setting, the safety valve will protect against
high pressure by “popping out” at its factory set pressure (slightly higher than
the pressure switch cut-out setting).
AWARNING
If the safety valve does not work properly, over-pressuri-
zation may occur, causing air tank rupture or an explosion. Daily pull
the ring on the safety valve to make sure that the safety valve
operates freely. If the valve is stuck or does not operate smoothly, it
must be replaced with the same type of valve.
INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
LOCATION OF THE AIR COMPRESSOR
Your compressor comes to you completely assembled and ready for use.
Operate the air compressor in a dry, clean, cool and well ventilated area. The
air compressor pump and case are designed to allow for proper cooling. Clean
or blow off dust or dirt that collects on the air compressor. A clean air
compressor runs cooler and provides longer service. The ventilation openings
on your air compressor are necessary to maintain proper operating
temperature. Do not place rags or other containers on or near these openings.
VOLTAGE AND CIRCUIT PROTECTION
See SPECIFICATIONS Section of this manual.
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