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Customer Support: 1-866-409-4581

AIR COMPRESSOR

model:  10020

TAbLe OF CONTeNTS

IntroductIon __________________________________2

Important Safety InStructIonS _______________3

LocatIonS of Important LabeLS _______________6

aIr compreSSor componentS__________________7

pre-operatIon checkLISt ______________________8

package contents & assembly____________________8
Inspect for damage _____________________________9
Save packaging ________________________________9
compressor Location ___________________________9
electrical power _______________________________10

operatIng the aIr compreSSor _______________10

Introduction __________________________________10
assembly ____________________________________1
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test run & break-in period ______________________1
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daily operation ________________________________1
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maIntenance _________________________________12

draining the air tank ___________________________12
changing the air filter__________________________12
testing for Leaks ______________________________12
adjusting the pressure Switch ___________________12
cleaning _____________________________________12

Storage ______________________________________12

troubLeShootIng ____________________________13

SpecIfIcatIonS________________________________14

electrical circuit _______________________________14
air passage drawing ___________________________14

Warranty ____________________________________15

product regIStratIon________________________17

INTROduCTION

thank you for purchasing a california air tools, Inc.

air compressor.

record the model and serial numbers indicated on your

air compressor’s nameplate:

model no. ________________________________________

Serial no. ________________________________________

date of purchase: _________________________________

Store/dealer: _____________________________________

Summary of Contents for 10020

Page 1: ...ULTRA QUIET OIL FREE AIR COMPRESSOR OwnER S MAnUAL CALIFORnIA AIR TOOLS 10020 WWW CALIFORNIAAIRTOOLS COM Customer Support 1 866 409 4581 ...

Page 2: ...aIntenance _________________________________12 draining the air tank ___________________________12 changing the air filter__________________________12 testing for Leaks ______________________________12 adjusting the pressure Switch ___________________12 cleaning _____________________________________12 Storage______________________________________12 troubLeShootIng ____________________________13 Sp...

Page 3: ...r compressor do not return your air compressor for service or parts to the store dealer where purchased IMPORTANT SAFeTy INSTRuCTIONS Safety messages Signal Words DANGER Moving parts can cause severe trauma Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts tie up long hair remove jewelry and DO NOT wear loose clothing KICKBACK DANGER There is a danger of electric shock Use only undamaged electrical cor...

Page 4: ... the air compressor after it has thoroughly cooled down FIRE HOT SURFACE WARNING Flying objects can cause injury to the eyes head and other parts of the body Air powered equipment and power tools are capable of propelling items metal chips fasteners and particulates at high speed into the air and could result in injury Always wear approved head and eye protection Never point the air stream at any ...

Page 5: ...f extreme heat do not use plastic pipe or lead tin solder joints for a discharge line WARNING EXPLOSION Use caution to minimize risk of fire or explosion It is normal for the air compressor motor and pressure switch to produce sparks while operating If sparks come in contact with vapors from gasoline or solvents they may ignite and cause a fire or explosion Abrasive tools such as grinders drills a...

Page 6: ...air or becomes damaged turn off the power and drain the tank 4 Motors cannot be more than 10 lower or higher than the standard voltage 5 When the compressor is running do not touch its hot surfaces Routine maintenance 1 Always listen for unusual sounds vibrations or high pitched noises 2 Open the drain valves to empty the air tank at least once per day Weekly maintenance 1 Clean the air filter wee...

Page 7: ... bearing 48 bolt 68 1 4 Quick Connector 9 Piston Ring 29 Holding Screw 49 Spring Washer 69 1 4 Quick Connector 10 Plate Pinch 30 Cheese Head Screw 50 Capacitor Cover 70 2 Pressure Gauge 11 Pressure Plate Screw 31 Crank Case 51 Capacitor 71 Safety Valve 12 Cylinder 32 Leading out Line Guard Circle 52 Power Cord w Plug 72 Regulator 13 Cylinder Obturating Ring 33 Motor Screw 53 Air Tank 10 Gallon 73 ...

Page 8: ...head Screw air filters into motor head Install the wheel kit as follows 1 Attach the wheel by sliding the bolt 59 through the wheel 60 2 Slide the end of bolt 59 through the wheel support hole on the compressor 4 Attach nut 61 onto bolt 59 and tighten 5 Repeat steps 1 4 to assemble the other wheel 6 Attach the cushion foot by sliding the bolt 58 through the washer 57 and the cushion foot 56 into t...

Page 9: ...particulates are in the air This will damage the motor and impair proper operation Important Always use the air filter properly installed Use caution to minimize risk of fire or explosion It is normal for the air compressor motor and pressure switch to produce sparks while operating If sparks come in contact with vapors from gasoline or solvents they may ignite and cause a fire or explosion Abrasi...

Page 10: ...aterial and is able to function without lubrication for a long time Compressed air discharges in the air tank A pressure meter displays the pressure inside the tank When the pressure inside the tank rises to 8 bar the power is automatically cut off by the pressure control switch When the pressure inside the tank lowers to 6 bar the power is turned back on by the pressure control switch This gradua...

Page 11: ... burns Do not touch the air compressor s cylinder head During operation the cooling fins of the cylinder head and delivery pipe become hot Allow the air compressor to cool before touching it DO NOT place a storage cover on the unit during operation Only place a cover on the air compressor after it has thoroughly cooled down FIRE HOT SURFACE WARNING Flying objects can cause injury to the eyes head ...

Page 12: ... gasoline or alcohol Always keep parts clean from dirt and dust for better performance adjusting the pressure Switch The pressure switch is used to control the automatic stop and start function of the air compressor ensuring the correct pressure of the compressed air in the air tank is maintained If the pressure of the compressed air in the air tank is found not to be in the standard range set by ...

Page 13: ...es not start and makes a humming noise Capacitor is burned out Replace starter capacitor The motor does not start or starts slowly Low voltage supply to the motor Check that the main voltage corresponds to specifications An extension cord that is too thin or too long can cause a voltage drop and cause the motor to overheat Allow the motor to cool down use heavy duty extension cords ensure that the...

Page 14: ...r Drain valve Air intake Check valve Solenoid valve Compressor Tank air compressor model 10020 Output 40 PSI 7 00 CFM Output 90 PSI 5 30 CFM Maximum Pressure 125 PSI Time to Fill Tank 120 Seconds motor Motor Type electric 14 0 Amps Horsepower 2 0 hp engine Speed 1680 RPM Voltage Hertz 110V 60HZ features Pump Oil Free decibel Level 70 db Tank Capacity 10 0 Gallons Tank Type Steel Pressure Control M...

Page 15: ...ific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state disclaimer of other Warranties To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law this limited warranty is exclusive and expressly in lieu of any and all other warranties including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or any other implied warranties tha...

Page 16: ...itions or in applications not recommended by California Air Tools Inc 7 Normal wear 8 The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by California Air Tools Inc 9 Acts of God The application of these exclusions will be determined at the sole discretion of California Air Tools Inc registration Warranty registration with California Air Tools Inc is required on all products you can mail the en...

Page 17: ...tion date of Purchase _____________________________________________________________ MM dd yyyy Model Number ______________________________________________________________________________ Serial Number ___________________________________________________________ Found on name plate Purchased Location __________________________________________________________________________ Purchase Price __________...

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