Central Pneumatic 96469 Installation manual

OILLESS AIR COMPRESSOR

155 PSI - 26 GALLON

Model

96496

SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.

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Read this material before using this product.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

SAVE THIS MANUAL.

manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form

without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.

For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.

Your Warranty is voided if:

You drop the Air Compressor.

Always transport theAir Compressor

using its Handle and Wheels.

CAUTION

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SAVE THIS MANUAL

Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating,

inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in

the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if

product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for

future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

In this manual, on the labeling, and all other information

provided with this product:

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential

personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this

symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or

serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, could result in death

or serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert

symbol, indicates a hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, could result in minor

or moderate injury.

NOTICE is used to address practices not

related to personal injury.

CAUTION, without the safety alert symbol,

is used to address practices not related to

personal injury.

DANGERDANGER

WARNINGWARNING

CAUTIONCAUTION

NOTICENOTICE

CAUTIONCAUTION

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING! Read all instructions

Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,

re, and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed

below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the

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which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any

way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

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Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes,

radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a

power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or

unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges

or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric

shock.

Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating

a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the

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operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. 

such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection

used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before

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power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.

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Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A

wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in

personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This

enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,

clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long

hair can be caught in moving parts.

Power tool use and care

Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.

The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it

was designed.

Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power

tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be

repaired.

Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any

adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool

accidentally.

Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow

people unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate

the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools

operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many

accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

Use the power tool in accordance with these instructions and in the manner

intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working

conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations

different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Service

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identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool

is maintained.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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

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

replacement.

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CAUTION: Your Warranty is voided if you drop the Air Compressor. Always

transport the Air Compressor using its Handle and Wheels.

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to supply breathing air. For any application of air for human consumption, you

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CFR 1910. 134, and/or Canadian Standards Associations (CSA). In the event

the Air Compressor is used for the purpose of breathing air application and

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warranties are void, and Harbor Freight Tools disclaims any liability whatsoever

for any loss, personal injury, or damage.

DANGER! Never attempt to repair or modify the Air Tank (29). Welding, drilling,

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or explosion. Always replace worn, cracked, or damaged Tanks.

WARNING! Never use plastic (PVC) pipe for compressed air; serious injury or

death could result. Any tube, pipe, or hose used must have a pressure rating

higher than 155 PSI. Minimum recommended pipe size: Up to 50 feet long use

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always better.

CAUTION: DO NOT use an extension cord with this product.

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PSI.

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

inside the Air Compressor’s Tank. Do not open the Drain Valve (33) with more

than 10 PSI of air pressure in the Tank. Do not unscrew the Drain Valve so that

more than four turns are showing.

Avoid injury. Never direct the Air Outlet Valve (26) at people or animals.

Do not alter or remove the Safety Release Valve (20).

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of supporting the weight of the Compressor, operator(s), and any additional tools

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Do not move or transport the Compressor if the Air Tank (29) is under pressure.

Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.

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

is tipped.

Never leave the Air Compressor unattended when it is plugged in and running.

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

Do not allow children and other unauthorized people to handle or play with the Air

Compressor.

Do not modify the factory set pressure shutoff or startup switches. 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. If

swallowed, seek medical treatment immediately. For skin contact, immediately

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water.

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

known to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive

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

WARNING: 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

GROUNDING

Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in

electric shock.

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 out-

let, have a proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.

Grounded Tools: Tools with Three Prong Plugs

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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

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

shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet, next page)

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

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

grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet

should look like those in the following illustration.

(See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)

Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two Prong Plugs

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with the applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian

Standard Association, and the National Electrical Code.

(See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug)

Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the

preceding illustration. (See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug)

SYMBOLOGY

Double Insulated V~ Volts Alternating Current

Canadian Standards Association AAmperes

Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. n0xxxx/min. No Load Revolutions per Minute

(RPM)

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SPECIFICATIONS

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120 V~ / 60 Hz / 13 Amps (Running)

4 HP Motor (Peak) / 1500 Watts (Running) / 13000 Motor RPM

Motor Thermal Protection Shut-Off: 266 Degrees Fahrenheit

Thermal Protection Reset: Present (18 Amp Circuit Breaker Used)

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Compressor Type Oilless for Maintenance Free Operation

Maximum Air Pressure 155 PSI

Air Delivery 4.0 SCFM @ 90 PSI / 6.0 SCFM @ 40 PSI

Air Tank Capacity 

Female Air Outlet Size 1/4”-18 NPT

Automatic

Turn-On/Shut-Off

Pressure

125 PSI Automatic Turn-On

155 PSI Automatic Shut-Off (+ or - 5 PSI)

Additional Features Two 7-3/4” Diameter x 1-3/4” Tires

Built-In Tool Storage Compartment

Overall Dimensions 43-7/8” H x 17-3/4” W x 21-1/4” L (Up to Handle)

Net Weight 86 Pounds

UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. 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.

SET UP INSTRUCTIONS

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the

beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein

before set up or use of this product.

Risk of accidental starting; resulting in serious personal

injury. Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF”

position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before

assembling or making any adjustments to the tool.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer

to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.

Assembly

CAUTION! Always make sure the Air Compressor’s Power Switch (2) is in its

“OFF” position prior to performing any service, maintenance, or cleaning of the

Compressor.

WARNINGWARNING

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



Compressor. (See Figure A)

FIGURE A

PRODUCT FEATURES

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the

beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein

before set up or use of this product.

Air Outlet Valve

(10)

Safety Valve (34)

Tank



(35)

Power Switch (4)

Pressure Controller (12)



(33)

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General Operating Instructions

Pull on the Safety Valve (34) to make sure it moves freely.

(See Figure B, previous page)

Check to make sure the Air Tank’s Drain Valve (31), located at the bottom of the

Air Tank (29), is fully closed. (See Figure C)

(Figure A)

Connect the air hose (not included) to the oiler outlet. Then connect the other

end of the air hose to the pneumatic tool (not included) being used.

(See Figure B)

Plug the Power Cord (21) into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet.

Turn the Power Switch (4) to its “ON” position to start the unit. (See Figure B)

125 PSI, turn the

air Pressure Controller (12) clockwise or counterclockwise to allow the proper

(See Figure B)

NOTE: The Regulator adjusts as follows:

Clockwise to increase tool air pressure.

Counterclockwise to decrease tool air pressure.

IMPORTANT: When the maximum air pressure, 155 PSI, is reached as



Compressor will automatically restart when the air pressure drops below 125

PSI.

IMPORTANT: The internal overload protection mechanism will automatically

shut off the Motor if the Motor becomes too hot. In this case, turn the Power

•

Air Tank (26)

Drain Valve (31)

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