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INTRODUCTION

The compressor you have purchased is a combination of nearly 100 different components, all of which have been carefully designed, 
engineered, and assembled to ensure a long, dependable, trouble-free life� The product has been fully tested at the factory and has gone 
through quality-control inspection prior to shipping�

Like any mechanical piece of equipment, it is necessary to fully understand the proper use of its operation and application� 
Misuse of this valuable and helpful air-power source may shorten its expected life as well as void the warranty of the entire unit� 
We ask you take the time to read this manual to ensure the dependable service you can expect from your C-Aire compressor�

Failure to do so can cause serious injury and may void all warranties�

Please take special notice of the safety precautions and safety information contained in this manual� Compressed air, like electricity, 
is a very helpful and necessary tool� However, compressed air can be extremely dangerous and harmful when it is not understood or is 
misused�

PRODUCT NUMBERING SYSTEM

MOUNTING OPTIONS

R: Riser Mount

SERIES

LD: Light Duty

PHASE

1: Single Phase

VOLTAGE

115

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

P:

D:

U:

R:

N:

Prewired Power Cord
Digital AMD Gen-3
w/Leak Detection
30-40 psi Pressure Switch
23-28 psi Pressure Switch
13-18 psi Pressure Switch

SYSTEM CAPACITY

281

280

110

LD

S 281 R - LD 1 - 115 PD

163

253

418

16

4

 

SET PRESSURE IN SECONDS (S110/S164/S281)

 

IDEAL FOR QUIET SETTINGS

• 

Nursing Homes

• 

Apartments

• 

Churches

 

INCLUDED:

• 

UNIVERSAL MOUNTING BRACKET

• 

RISER MOUNT HOSE CLAMPS (for 2�5” to 4” risers)

• 

POWER CORD (for installation and testing purposes)

• 

RUBBER FLEX HOSE (1/2” x 30” hose)

 

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WARNING

: Refer to the authority having jurisdiction 

regarding hard wiring requirements�

 

AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORY

PART NUMBER

AUTOMATIC AIR MAINTENANCE DEVICE

CAMD1

FLOOR MOUNTING KIT*

INSTALL-S28

1/2” X 30” STAINLESS STEEL FLEXIBLE HOSE

DT 3005 H / PACK OF 5: DT 3005 H-5PK

1/2” X 36“ FLEXIBLE HOSE

DT 3605 H / PACK OF 5: DT 3605 H-5PK

1/2” X 48” FLEXIBLE HOSE

DT 4805 H / PACK OF 5: DT 4805 H-5PK

1/2” X 72” FLEXIBLE HOSE

DT 7205 H / PACK OF 5: DT 7205 H-5PK

RISER MOUNT HOSE CLAMPS (5”- 7” RISERS)

HS HC6-8-K

RISER MOUNT HOSE CLAMPS (7”- 9” RISERS)

HS HC8-10-K

* S110/S164/S163/S253/S418 not floor mount compatible�

 

Listings:

• 

Digital AMD: USA:  UL 508    Canada:  C22�2 No� 14

• 

Compressors (S281/S280/S163/S253/S418): 

   

 

USA:  UL 1450 – 3rd Edition 

   

 

Canada:  C22�2 No� 68-92

SPECIFICATIONS S110

S280

S281

HP

�5

1

1

SYSTEM CAPACITY

40 PSI 110 GALLONS

40 PSI 280 GALLONS

40 PSI 280 GALLONS

18 PSI 295 GALLONS

20 PSI 633 GALLONS

18 PSI 715 GALLONS

10 PSI 580 GALLONS

10 PSI 1,386 GALLONS 10 PSI 1,386 GALLONS

PRESSURE SWITCH

FACTORY SET AT 
10-20 PSI
MINIMUM 
DIFFERENTIAL: 5 PSI

FACTORY SET AT 50-
100 PSI
REQUIRES AIR 
MAINTENANCE DEVICE

ADJUSTABLE: 5-55 PSI
FACTORY SET AT 
10-20 PSI
MINIMUM 
DIFFERENTIAL: 5 PSI

CFM

1�55 @ 10 PSI

3�80 CFM @ 10 PSI

3�80 CFM @ 10 PSI

PUMP

2 CYLINDER, OIL FREE 2 CYLINDER, OIL FREE 2 CYLINDER, OIL FREE

CYLINDERS

CERAMIC COMPOSITE CERAMIC COMPOSITE CERAMIC COMPOSITE

VOLTS

115

115

115

PHASE

1

1

1

RUNNING AMPS

3�2

8�5

8�5

BREAKER SIZE

15 AMP 
RECOMMENDED

15 AMP 
RECOMMENDED

15 AMP 
RECOMMENDED

DIMENSIONS

10�75” X 9�75” X 12” 14” X 13” X 14”

14” X 13” X 14”

WEIGHT

21 LBS

46 LBS

41 LBS

Summary of Contents for S280

Page 1: ...REV C Dec 16 22 MODELS Fire Protection Air Compressor Owner s Manual S280 S281 S110 S163 S253 S418 S164...

Page 2: ...PIPING 5 ELECTRICAL 5 ELECTRICAL continued 6 START UP 7 DIGITAL AMD OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR S110 S164 S281 MODELS 8 SYSTEM INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS 9 MAINTENANCE 10 VALVES AND SWITCHES 10 S110 PARTS...

Page 3: ...9 5 11 10 1 9 7 5 11 10 3 1 AIR FILTER 3 SAFETY VALVE 5 CHECK VALVE 2 PRESSURE SWITCH 4 PRESSURE GAUGE 6 TANK 7 OUTLET 8 MANUAL DRAIN VALVE 10 DIGITAL AMD 9 MANIFOLD 11 SOLENOID 1 2 3 5 7 9 1 3 5 7 9...

Page 4: ...ED UNIVERSAL MOUNTING BRACKET RISER MOUNT HOSE CLAMPS for 2 5 to 4 risers POWER CORD for installation and testing purposes RUBBER FLEX HOSE 1 2 x 30 hose WARNING Refer to the authority having jurisdic...

Page 5: ...l before operating DANGER Do not use compressed air for breathing air applications Beware of high voltage disconnect lockout tagout elec tric supply before servicing Ground compressor per codes WARNIN...

Page 6: ...ded Other kits available for larger risers Drywall Use 2x4s attached to studs in the drywall to attach the mount bracket 2x4s not included Cinder Block Concrete Wall Use wall anchors not included to a...

Page 7: ...with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper installation of the grounding plug will result in a risk of electric shock When repair or replacement of the cord or plug is required do not conne...

Page 8: ...O MOTOR INCOMING POWER TO SWITCH BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK YELLOW RED RED WHITE W HITE WHITE WIRING DIAGRAM S110 DIGITAL AMD POWER PUMP POWER CORD DIGITAL AMD SOLENOID PUMP NOT USED DIGITAL AMD SOLENOID...

Page 9: ...st the maximum turn off pressure When the MAX indicator is on the arrow buttons can perform a 1 1 change to the set value The compressor will not run in this mode If the compressor remains in this mod...

Page 10: ...24HRS 7 DAYS STARTS SETTTINGS LOCKED C P M C To lock the settings hold the M and the P simultaneously for 3 seconds until the SETTINGS LOCKED light is illuminated RUN MAX MIN PSI kPa BAR 24HRS 7 DAYS...

Page 11: ...sure varies depending on size of system Water in system Air Pressure Maintenance Device Available Accessory Air Source Braided Flex Hose Available Accessory Dry Pipe Valve System pressure varies depen...

Page 12: ...ard on all units Pressure relief valves aid in preventing system failures by relieving system pressure when compressed air reaches a determined level Pressure relief valves are PRESET by the manufactu...

Page 13: ...D115V RM 3 Capacitor EL CBB60 4 Capacitor Cover EL CBB60 C 5 Soldenoid Valve EL SV3V1 06 6 Check Valve BR 37525 7 Safety Relief Valve BR SV 25 70 8 Manifold BP 3M 9 Digital Air Maintenance Device EL D...

Page 14: ...citor EL CBB60 4 Capacitor Cover EL CBB60 C 5 Drain Valve BR S28 6 Check Valve BR 37525 7 Discharge Tube DT S280 8 Pressure Gauge GA S280 9 Flex Hose DT 0504 10 Pressure Switch EL S280 11 Safety Relie...

Page 15: ...Valve EL SV3V1 06 3 Check Valve BR 37525 4 Flex Hose DT 0504 5 Digital AMD EL D0911 6 Manifold BP 3M 7 Power Cord EL CORD115V RM 8 Safety Relief Valve BR SV 25 70 9 Capacitor Cover EL CBB60 C 10 Capac...

Page 16: ...bly FA S28 2 Digital AMD EL D0911 3 Discharge Kit Hose Push Lock Fittings DT S164 K 4 Safety Relief 50 PSI BR SV 25 50 5 Check Valve BR PA6 NOTE AIR WILL DISCHARGE THROUGH UNLOADER ORIFICE WHILE COMPR...

Page 17: ...PL PLA 04 4 Check Valve BR PA6 5 Safety Relief Valve BR SV 25 50 6 Bulkhead PL PLB 02X04 7 Power Cord EL CORD115V RM 8 Pressure Switch S163R 30 40 PSI S253R 23 28 PSI S481R 13 18 PSI EL Q976 EL Q979...

Page 18: ...ilt up in plumbing Drain condensation Reduce humidity in compressor room Install compressor above system valve Overheating Compressor Leaks Find and repair leaks System too large Decrease system press...

Page 19: ...air service adjustment removal or replacement F Misuse or abuse G C AIRE HAS NO OBLIGATION UNDER THESE WARRANTIES OR OTHERWISE REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR IN...

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