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SPECIFICATIONS S163
S253
S418
HP
0�5
0�5
0�5
SYSTEM CAPACITY
40 PSI 163 GALLONS
28 PSI 253 GALLONS
18 PSI 418 GALLONS
PRESSURE SWITCH
FACTORY SET AT
30-40 PSI
FACTORY SET AT
23-28 PSI
FACTORY SET AT
13-18 PSI
CFM
2�21 @ 10 PSI
2�21 @ 10 PSI
2�21 @ 10 PSI
PUMP
1 CYLINDER, OIL FREE 1 CYLINDER, OIL FREE 1 CYLINDER, OIL FREE
CYLINDERS
CERAMIC COMPOSITE CERAMIC COMPOSITE CERAMIC COMPOSITE
VOLTS
115
115
115
PHASE
1
1
1
RUNNING AMPS
4
4
4
BREAKER SIZE
15 AMP
RECOMMENDED
15 AMP
RECOMMENDED
15 AMP
RECOMMENDED
DIMENSIONS
10” X 9�5” X 14”
10” X 9�5” X 14”
10” X 9�5” X 14”
WEIGHT
21 LBS
21 LBS
21 LBS
SPECIFICATIONS S164
HP
�5
SYSTEM CAPACITY
40 PSI 163 GALLONS
18 PSI 418 GALLONS
10 PSI 810 GALLONS
PRESSURE SWITCH
FACTORY SET AT
10-20 PSI
MINIMUM
DIFFERENTIAL: 5 PSI
CFM
2�21 @ 10 PSI
PUMP
1 CYLINDER, OIL FREE
CYLINDERS
CERAMIC COMPOSITE
VOLTS
115
PHASE
1
RUNNING AMPS
4
BREAKER SIZE
15 AMP
RECOMMENDED
DIMENSIONS
10” X 9�5” X 14”
WEIGHT
22 LBS
SAFETY
DEFINITIONS
!
DANGER
: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury�
!
WARNING
: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury�
!
CAUTION
: Indicates a situation that will or could cause
minor injury or property damage�
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Read the Owner’s Manual 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�
!
WARNING
:
Beware of high-pressure air: do not bypass, modify, or
remove safety/relief valves�
Beware of hot surfaces: allow unit to cool before servic-
ing�
Do not operate with safety guards removed�
!
CAUTION
:
Never operate the compressor near flammable liquids or
vapors�
Do not direct the air stream at body�
Drain tank air weekly to decrease risk of bursting�
NOTE
: Per UL 1450:46�17 C-Aire recommends a maximum of
70% duty cycle for its compressors�
INSTALLATION
SELECTING A LOCATION:
C-Aire compressors are to be installed and operated in a clean,
dry, well-lighted, and well-ventilated area�
Provide at least 200 cubic feet of fresh air per 1 hp�
Ideal operating temperatures are between 32°F and 100°F�
Avoid excessively humid areas, as moisture may form in the pump,
producing sludge and causing moving parts to wear prematurely�
NOTE
: The dry pipe/sprinkler system compressor is to be installed
in accordance with the Standard for Installation of Sprinkler
Systems, NFPA 13�
!
CAUTION
: If temperatures consistently drop below 32°F,
install the compressor in a heated area�
!
CAUTION
: Never operate the compressor in tempera-
tures below 20°F or above 104°F�
!
WARNING
: A compressor should never be used in an
area where toxic, corrosive, or volatile agents may be
present�
(INSTALLATION CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE)
