Summary of the content on the page No. 1
Questions? Comments? call SENCO's toll-free Action-line: 1-800-543-4596 or e-mail: toolprof@senco.com
PC 1108 Electric Air Compressor
Operating
Instructions
Senco Products, Inc.
8485 Broadwell Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45244
© 2006 by Senco Products, Inc.
PC1108 Issued August 16, 2006
Warnings for the safe use of this compressor are included in this manual.
Des mises en garde pour une utilisation en toute sécurité de ce
compresseur sont incluses dans ce manuel.
En este manual se incluyen avisos para
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .........................................................................3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................3 INSPECTION ...............................................................................3 SAFETY WARNINGS ..............................................................4-7 ELECTRICAL..................................................................4 EXPLOSION OR FIRE .......................................
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new SENCO® Air Compressor! You can be assured your SENCO air Compressor was constructed with the highest level of precisionand accuracy. Each component has been rigorously tested by technicians to ensure the quality, endurance and performance of this air compressor. This operator's manual was compiled for your benefit. By reading and following the simple safety, installation and operation, and maintenance steps described in this manual, you
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
SAFETY WARNINGS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING AIR COMPRESSOR HAZARD POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE PREVENTION Serious injury or death could occur if Make sure the air compressor is RISK OF the air compressor is not properly plugged into a properly grounded ELECTRIC SHOCK grounded.Your air compressor is outlet which provides correct OR powered by electricity and may voltage and adequate fuse ELECTROCUTION cause electric shock or electrocution protection. if not used properly. Electrical shock may
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
SAFETY WARNINGS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING AIR COMPRESSOR HAZARD POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE PREVENTION Always operate air compressor in RISK OF Serious injury or death may occur a well ventilated area free of EXPLOSION OR FIRE from normal electrical sparks in flammable vapors,combustible motor and pressure switch. dust,gases or other combustible materials. If spraying flammable material, locate the air compressor at least 20 feet away from the spray area. (An additional hose may be requ
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
SAFETY WARNINGS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING AIR COMPRESSOR HAZARD POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE PREVENTION RISK TO Serious injury or death could occur Never inhale air from the air BREATHING from inhaling compressed air.The air compressor either directly or from stream may contain carbon a breathing device connected to monoxide,toxic vapors or solid the air compressor. particles. Sprayed materials such as paint, Operate air compressor only in a well paint solvents,paint remover, ventilated
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
SAFETY WARNINGS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING AIR COMPRESSOR HAZARD POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE PREVENTION RISK FROM Risk of bodily injury from moving Always turn off air compressor. Bleed MOVING PARTS parts.This air compressor cycles pressure from the air hose and unplug from automatically when the pressure electrical outlet before performing switch is in the "On/Auto"position. maintenance. All repairs to the air compressor should be made by an Authorized Service person.Never assume the
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
COMPRESSOR FEATURES 3 12 18 16 10 4 11 2 13 5 7 8 9 15 17 1 1 Motor/Pressure Switch 2 Motor Thermal Overload 3 Air Intake Filter 4 Air Compressor Pump 5 Safety Relief Valve 6 Air Tank Drain Valve 7 Air Tank Pressure Gauge 8 Outlet Pressure Gauge 9 Pressure Regulator 14 10 Discharge Line 11 Dipstick 12 Cold Start Valve 6 13 Handle Release 14 Wheel (2) 15 Coupler - 1/4" 16 Handle, Folding 17 Cord Wrap 18 Air Hose Wrap 8
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
COMPRESSOR FEATURES 1) MOTOR/PRESSURE SWITCH: This switch is used to start or stop the air compressor. Moving the switch to the (On) position will provide automatic power to the pressure switch which will allow the motor to start when the air tank 5 pressure is below the factory set cut-in pressure. When in the On Position, 1 the pressure switch stops the motor when the air tank pressure reaches the factory set cut-out pressure. For safety purposes, this switch also has a pressure release valve
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
PREPARATION INITIAL SET-UP: 1. Read safety warnings before setting-up air compressor. 2. Add entire contents of oil from enclosed bottle prior to starting compressor. 3. Ensure the oil level is above the minimum notch and below the maximum notch on the dipstick. If low, add compressor pump oil. LOCATION: C A U T I O N In order to avoid damaging the air compressor,do not incline the air compressor transversely or longitudinally more than 10 °. 1.Place air compressor at least 12 inches away f
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
OPERATION OPERATION PRE-START CHECKLIST: 1. Remove any moisture in the air compressor air tank. Remove excessive pressure with an air tool, then open the air tank drain valve in the bottom of the air tank. Close tightly when drained. WARNING: Risk of bodily injury. NEVER attempt to open the drain valve when more than 10 PSI of air pressure is in the air tank! 2. Make sure the air compressor Motor Switch is in the "OFF" position. 3. Make sure all safety valves are working correctly
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom 1. Motor will not run or restart. Plug cord into grounded outlet. Power cord not plugged in. Move switch to "ON" position. Motor/Pressure switch in "OFF" position. Turn air compressor off, wait until motor is cool, then check Motor thermal overload switch has motor circuit breaker. tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Fuse blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Check for proper fuse amperage. Check for low voltage conditions. Disconnect any other electrical app
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom 4. Air continues to leak at motor/pressure switch release valve after motor is running. PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Defective motor/pressure switch. Replace. Symptom 5. Air leaks from safety relief valve. PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Possible defective safety relief valve. Operate safety relief valve manually by pulling on ring. If it still leaks, it should be replaced. Excessive air tank pressure. Defective motor/pressure switch. Replace Symptom 6. Air leaks at fittings. PROBABLE CAU
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom 10. Air compressor not making enough air. PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Restricted air intake filter. Clean. Defective (reed) valve. Drain air tank and measure pump up time. Compare to specifications. If lower, remove pump head and inspect valve plate, clean or replace. Symptom 11. Moisture in discharge air. PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Condensation in air tank caused by high level Drain air tank after every use. Drain air tank more often of atmospheric humidity or air compressor is in
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
SPECIFICATIONS Model # PC1108 Motor Horsepower 2 HP (running) Voltage 120 Amperage 13 Hz. 60 Phase Single RPM 3450 Compressor Pump Number of Cylinders 1 Compression Stage 1 Lubrication Splash Oil Type SENCO PC 0344 Crankcase Aluminum Bearings Ball Cylinder Aluminum/Steel Sleeve Valves Reed-Single Head Aluminum Filter Cannister Motor/Pressure Switch Setting Cut-out 150 PSIG Cut-in 115 PSIG Controls On (1) /Off (O) Air tank Capacity 5.2
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
SENCO COMPRESSOR AND PARTS WARRANTY This compressor has been designed and constructed using the highest standards of material and workmanship. COMPRESSOR WARRANTY The length of this guarantee is one year from date of purchase by the original retail purchaser. During this period, Senco Products, Inc., will repair or replace at Senco's option, any original part or parts for the original purchaser. This will be done free of charge, provided the parts are determined defective in materials o
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
Questions? Commentaires? appel gratuit de SENCO au 1-800-543-4596 ou courriel à toolprof@senco.com Compresseur d'aire eléctrique PC1108 Notice technique d'utilisation Senco Products, Inc. 8485 Broadwell Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45244 © 2006 by Senco Products, Inc. PC1108 Issued August 16, 2006 Des mises en garde pour une utilisation en toute sécurité de ce compresseur sont incluses dans ce manuel.
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
TABLE DES MATIÈRES INTRODUCTION ................................................................... 3 ALERTES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ ................................ 3 INSPECTION ......................................................................... 3 .............................. MISES EN GARDE DE SÉCURITÉ 4 ÉLECTRICITÉ ............................................................... 4 ....................................... EXPLOSION OU INCENDIE 5 ÉCLATEMEN T .............................
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
INTRODUCTION ® Félicitations pour votre achat de notre nouveau compresseur d’air SENCO ! Vous pouvez être assuré que votre compresseur d’air SENCO a été construit avec le plus haut niveau de précision et d’exactitude. Chaque composant a été rigoureusement testé par des techniciens pour constituer la qualité, l’endurance et la performance de ce compresseur d’air. Ce manuel d’utilisation a été composé pour vous servir. En lisant puis en appliquant les étapes simples décrites dans de manuel de
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
MISES EN GARDE DE SÉCURITÉ LISEZ TOUTES LES MISES EN GARDE DE SÉCURITÉ AVANT D’UTILISER LE COMPRESSEUR D’AIR DANGER CO NSEQUENCES POTENTIELLES PREVENTION Assurez-vous que compresseur d’air est Des blessures graves ou RISQUE DE bien branché sur une prise secteur mortelles peuvent arriver si le COMMOTION ÉLECTRIQUE convenablement reliée à la terre, qui compresseur n’est pas mis à la OU D’ÉLECTROCUTION fournit la tension correcte, et qui est terre de façon convenable. Votre protégée en
