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PC 1005 Electric Air Compressor
Operating Instructions
Document #FN1005 Issued 06/05/2000
Warnings for the safe use of this compressor are included in this manual.
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Code 197736000
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................................................................... 3 SAFETY ALERT..................................................................... 3 INSPECTION ......................................................................... 3 SAFETY WARNINGS ............................................................ 4 ELECTRICAL ................................................................ 4 EXPLOSION OR FIRE .................................................. 5
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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 precision and 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, maintenance and troubleshooting steps described in t
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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 the air compressor is not properly plugged into a properly grounded RISK OF grounded. Your air compressor is outlet which provides correct ELECTRIC SHOCK powered by electricity and may cause voltage and adequate fuse OR electric shock or electrocution if not protection. ELECTROCUTION used properly. Electrical shock may
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SAFETY WARNINGS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING AIR COMPRESSOR PREVENTION POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE HAZARD RISK OF Always operate air compressor in a Serious injury or death may occur from well ventilated area free of EXPLOSION OR FIRE normal electrical sparks in motor and flammable vapors, combustible 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 requi
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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 a stream may contain carbon monoxide, breathing device connected to the air toxic vapors or solid particles. compressor. Sprayed materials such as paint, paint Operate air compressor only in a well solvents, paint remover, insecticide
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SAFETY WARNINGS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS BEFORE USING AIR COMPRESSOR HAZARD POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCE PREVENTION RISK FROM Risk of bodily injury from moving parts. Always turn off air compressor when MOVING PARTS This air compressor cycles not in use. Bleed pressure from the automatically when the pressure air hose and unplug from electrical switch is in the “On/Auto” position. outlet before performing maintenance. All repairs to the air compressor should be made by an Authorized Service person. Ne
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COMPRESSOR FEATURES 7 8 6 3 13 4 9 1 12 2 11 10 6 1 Motor/Pressure Switch 2 Thermal Overload / Reset 3 Air Intake Filter 4 Air Compressor Pump 5 Air tank drain valve 6 Tank Pressure Gauge 7 Outlet Pressure Gauge 8 Pressure Regulator 9 Oil Dipstick 10 Oil Drain 11 Discharge Line 12 115 Volt Electric Power Cord 13 Quick Disconnect 8
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COMPRESSOR FEATURES 1) MOTOR/PRESSURE SWITCH: This switch is used to start or stop the air 1 compressor. Moving the switch to the “Auto” (On) position will provide automatic power to the pressure switch which will allow the motor to start when the air tank OFF AUTO pressure is below the factory set “cut-in” pressure. When in the Start/ Stop Option, the pressure switch stops the motor when the air tank pressure reaches the factor set “cut out” pressure. For safety purposes, this switch also has a
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PREPARATION INITIAL SET-UP: 1. Read safety warnings before setting-up air compressor. 2. Ensure the oil level is above the minimum notch and below the maximum notch on the dipstick. If low, add compressor pump oil. LOCATION: CAUTION 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 from obstacles that may prevent proper ventilation. Do not place air compressor in an ar
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OPERATION PRE-START CHECKLIST: 1. Check oil level. Add if necessary. 2. 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! 3. Make sure the air compressor Motor Switch is in the “OFF” position. 4. Make sure all safety valves are work
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom 1. Motor will not run or restart. Power cord not plugged in. Plug cord into grounded outlet. Motor/Pressure switch in “OFF” position. Move switch to “AUTO” position. Motor thermal overload switch has Turn air compressor off, wait until motor is cool, then press tripped. motor thermal overload (red) button firmly until click is heard. Fuse blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Check for proper fuse amperage. Check for low voltage con
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom 3. When in the Start/Stop option, motor runs continuously. REMEDY PROBABLE CAUSE Move the motor/pressure switch to the “Off” position. If Motor/Pressure switch does not shut off motor when the motor doesn’t shut off, unplug the air compressor. If air compressor reaches “cut-out” pressure and safety the electrical contacts are welded together, replace the relief valve activates. pressure switch. Limit the air pressure to the capacity of the air Air compressor is incorrectl
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom 11. Insufficient pressure at air tool or accessory. REMEDY PROBABLE CAUSE Adjust pressure regulator knob to proper setting or Pressure regulator knob not turned to high enough replace. pressure or defective pressure regulator. Clean or replace. Restricted air intake filter. Check for leaks and repair. Air leaks. Replace with larger hose or connectors. Hose or hose connections are too small or long. Check the accessory air requirement. If it is higher than Air compressor i
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SPECIFICATIONS Model # PC 1005 Motor Horsepower 1,0 Voltage 115 Amperage 12 Hz. 60 Phase Single RPM 3400 Compressor Pump Number of Cylinders 1 Compression Stage 1 Lubrication Oil-splah Oil Type SENCO PC 0344 Crankcase Aluminium Bearings Ball Cylinder Aluminium + steel sleewer Valves Reed-Single Head Aluminium Filter Canister Motor/Pressure Switch Setting Cut-out 125 PSI Cut-in 95 PSI Controls Pressure switch Air tank Capacity 2.5 gallon Performance CFM Air Displacement 4 CFM @ 40 PSI 2.9 CFM @ 1
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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 retail purchaser. This will be done free of charge, provided the parts are determined defective in materials or
