Central Pneumatic 95498 Installation manual

AIR COMPRESSOR

2 HP - TWIN TANK - 4 GALLON

95498

SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

A. You do not put compressor oil in the Compressor’s crankcase prior to its rst use.

Before each use, check the oil level. Never run the Compressor with low or no compres-

sor oil. Running the Compressor with low or no oil will permanently damage the unit.

B. You drop the Air Compressor.

Always lift the Air Compressor using its Handle.

CAUTION!

Your Warranty Is Voided If:

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Read this material before using this product.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

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contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of

Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing

improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for

assembly and service may not be included.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 60 Hz / 16 A / 2 HP Motor / 3400 RPM

Maximum Air Pressure 115 PSI

Air Flow Capacity 5.8 Cubic Feet Per Minute (CFM) @ 40 PSI

4.4 Cubic Feet Per Minute (CFM) @ 90 PSI

Auto Turn On/Shut Off Pressure On @ 85 PSI / Pressure Off @ 115 PSI

Air Tank Capacity 4 Gallons Total

Air Outlet Size 1/4”-18 NPT Male Threads

Recommended Oil Type SAE 15W-30W Non-Detergent Compressor Oil

SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,

operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly

diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside

of the front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future refer-

ence.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS

WARNING!

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in

electric shock, re, and/or serious injury.

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WORK AREA

Keep your work area clean and well lit.1. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite

accidents.

2. Do not operate air tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the

presence of ammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create

sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.3.

Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from

debris such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed. Children

should not be allowed in the work area.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat-1.

ing a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the inuence

of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power

tools may result in serious personal injury.

REV 07b;07h; 09c; 09g

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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.2.

Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,

jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

Avoid accidental starting.3. Be sure the Compressor Control Knob (83) is in

its “OFF” position before moving the Compressor and before performing any

service, maintenance, or cleaning procedures on the unit.

Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the Compressor on.4. A

wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in

personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.5. Proper foot-

ing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

6. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Always wear

ANSI-approved safety impact glasses and full face shield when using

this product. ANSI-approved hearing protection must also be used.

TOOL USE AND CARE

Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application.1. The correct

tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

Do not use the Compressor if the Compressor’s Pressure Switch (64) does2.

not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with its Pressure Switch is

dangerous and must be replaced.

Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons.3. Tools

are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain tools with care.4. Properly maintained tools are less likely to bind and are

easier to control. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use”

until repaired.

Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and5.

any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have

the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained

tools.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your6.

model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous

when used on another tool.

SERVICE

Tool service must be performed only by qualied repair personnel. 1. Service or

maintenance performed by unqualied personnel could result in a risk of injury.

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When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instruc-2.

tions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this manual.

Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create

a risk of electric shock or injury.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS

Your Warranty is voided if1. :

You do not puta. compressor oil in the Compressor’s crankcase prior to its

rst use. Before each use, check the oil level. Never run the Compressor with

low or no compressor oil. Running the Compressor with low or no oil will perma-

nently damage the unit.

Youb. drop the Air Compressor. Always lift the Air Compressor using its Handle.

Maintain labels and nameplates on the Air Compressor.2. These carry important

information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replace-

ment.

This Air Compressor is NOT equipped and should not be used “as-is” to supply3.

breathing quality air. For any application of air for human consumption, you must

t the Air Compressor with suitable in-line safety and alarm equipment (not in-

cluded). This additional equipment is necessary to properly lter and purify the air

to meet minimal specications for Grade D breathing as described in Compressed

Gas Association Commodity Specication G 7.1-1966, OSHA 29 CFR 1910. 134,

and/or Canadian Standards Associations (CSA). In the event the Air Compres-

sor is used for the purpose of breathing air application and proper in-line safety

and alarm equipment is not simultaneously used, existing warranties are void, and

Harbor Freight Tools disclaims any liability whatsoever for any loss, personal injury,

or damage.

Never attempt to repair or modify the Air Tanks (51). Welding, drilling, or any other4.

modication will weaken the Tanks resulting in damage from rupture or explosion.

Always replace worn, cracked, or damaged Tanks.

Never use plastic (PVC) pipe for compressed air. Serious injury or death could5.

result. Any tube, pipe, or hose used must have a pressure rating higher than 150

PSI. Minimum recommended pipe size: Up to 50 feet long use 1/2” diameter.

Greater than 50 feet use 3/4” diameter. Larger diameter pipe is always better.

Make sure all tools and equipment used with the Air Compressor are rated to6.

the appropriate capacity. Do not use any tool or equipment that does not oper-

ate from 85 PSI to 115 PSI.

Drain the Air Compressor every day.7. Do not allow excessive moisture to build

up inside the Air Compressor’s Tanks. Do not open the Drain Valves (52) with

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more than 10 PSI of air pressure in the Tanks. Do not unscrew the Drain Valves so

that more than four threads are showing.

Avoid injury.8. Never direct the Air Outlet Valve (68) at people or animals.

Do not alter or remove the Safety Release Valve (62).9.

Make sure the Air Compressor is located on a at, level, sturdy surface ca-10.

pable of supporting the weight of the Compressor, operator(s), and any ad-

ditional tools and equipment.

Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.11.

Never stand on the Air Compressor.12. Serious injury could result if the Compres-

sor is tipped.

Never leave the Air Compressor unattended when it is plugged in and run-13.

ning. Turn off the Compressor, and unplug the unit before leaving.

Do not allow children and other unauthorized people to handle or play with14.

the Air Compressor.

Do not move or transport the Compressor if the Air Tanks (51) are under15.

pressure.

Do not force the Compressor.16. This tool will do the work better and safer at the

speed and capacity for which it was designed.

Avoid body contact with oils and lubricants used in the Compressor.17. If swal-

lowed, seek medical treatment immediately. For skin contact, immediately wash

with soap and water. For eye contact, immediately ush eyes with clean water.

Prolonged exposure to noise levels above 85 dBA is hazardous to hearing.18.

Always wear hearing protection when operating or working around the Compressor

when it is running.

WARNING: The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical known19.

to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive harm).

(California Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.)

People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electromag-20.

netic elds in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interfer-

ence or pacemaker failure.

WARNING!21. The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover

all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the

operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this

product, but must be supplied by the operator.

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GROUNDING

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM

INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION:

Check with a qualied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the

outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug

provided with the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the

plug. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If

damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug

will not t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualied

electrician.

Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs

Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and three prong1.

grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If

the tool should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low

resistance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk of electric

shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)

The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the2.

cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the

only wire connected to the tool’s grounding system and must never be attached to

an electrically “live” terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)

The tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and ground-3.

ed in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look

like those in the preceding illustration. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)

Symbology

Double Insulated

Canadian Standards Association

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Symbology

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

V~ Volts Alternating Current

AAmperes

n0xxxx/min. No Load Revolutions per Minute

(RPM)

UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List on

page 13 are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight

Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Turn the Compressor’s Pressure Switch (64) is in its1. “OFF” position prior to per-

forming any service, maintenance, or cleaning of the Compressor.

2. To extend the life of your tools and equipment, it is recommended that you

install an oiler and water lter in-line with the Air Outlet Valve (68) of the Air Com-

pressor. (See Figure C.)

QUICK CONNECTOR

(NOT INCLUDED)

AIR OUTLET VALVE

(68)

FIGURE D

WRAP

WITH

PIPE SEALANT TAPE

(NOT INCLUDED)

HERE

3. Prior to using the Air Compressor, the unit requires the attachment of a 1/4”-18

NPT Male Quick Connector (not included). To do so, wrap approximately 3” of

pipe thread sealant tape (not included) around the male threads of the Quick Con-

nector. Then rmly screw the Quick Connector into the Air Outlet Valve (68).

(See Figure D.)

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PRE-START INSTRUCTIONS

To Add Compressor Oil:

OIL SIGHT GLASS

(22)

OIL BREATHER CAP

(25)

DESIRED LEVEL

FIGURE E

1. IMPORTANT! Prior to rst using the Compressor, the Compressor MUST be

lled with a high quality S.A.E. 15W-30w grade non-detergent compressor oil.

(See Figure E.)

To do so,2. unscrew and remove the Oil Breather Cap (25). Pour approximately 1/2

quart of compressor oil into the Oil Breather Cap hole. Do not overll.

(See Figure E.)

Observe the level of compressor oil through the Oil Sight Glass (22). The oil level3.

should appear between the “MINIMUM” and “MAXIMUM” marks on the Indicator.

(See Figure E.)

If necessary, continue adding compressor oil, while re-checking the Oil Sight Glass4.

(22). Maintain oil level at the center of indicator in the Oil Sight glass.

When nished adding compressor oil, re-install the Oil Breather Cap (25) back into 5.

the Oil Breather Cap hole.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

To Start The Compressor:

FIGURE F

AIR

OUTLET

VALVE

(68)

PRESSURE SWITCH

(64)

TANK DRAIN VALVE

(52)

SAFETY

RELEASE

VALVE

(62)

TANK

PRESSURE

GAUGE

(63)

TOOL

PRESSURE

GAUGE

(66)

REGULATOR

(67)

AIR HOSE

(NOT INCLUDED)

1. Check to make sure the Air Tank’s Drain Valve (52), located on the bottom Air Tank

(51), is fully closed.

Turn the Air Outlet Valve (68) to its closed position.2.

Connect an air hose (not included) to the previously installed Quick Connector.3.

Then, connect the other end of the air hose to the pneumatic tool (not included).

Plug the Power Cord (55) into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet.4.

Pull5. up on the Pressure Switch (64) to its “START” position to turn on the unit.

When the Tank Pressure Gauge (63) reaches at least6. 85 PSI, turn the Air Outlet

Valve to its open position to allow air to the pneumatic tool.

Once the air pressure reaches the pneumatic tool, observe the Tool Pressure7.

Gauge (66). Adjust the Regulator (67) to feed the proper PSI to the tool. To do so,

turn the Regulator clockwise to increase the PSI. Turn the Regulator counterclock-

wise to decrease the PSI.

Note: When the maximum air pressure, 115 PSI, is reached as indicated by the Tank

Pressure Gauge (63), the motor will stop. The Compressor will automatically re-

start when the air pressure drops below 85 PSI.

IMPORTANT: To decompress the air pressure in the Air Tanks (51), push down on the

Pressure Switch (64) to its “STOP” position. Then, pull out on the Safety Release

Valve to immediately release air pressure from the Air Tanks.

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