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Reminder:  

Keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty purposes! Attach it to this manual or file it for safekeeping.

LIMITED WARRANTY

 1.  DURATION: The compressor pump and air receiver is warranted for one year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. The 

balance of the compressor package is warranted for one year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.

2.  WHO GIVES THIS WARRANTY (WARRANTOR): FS-CURTIS, CURTIS-TOLEDO, INC.1905 Kienlen Avenue, St Louis, Missouri 

63133. Visit www.fscurtis.com

3.  WHO RECEIVES THIS WARRANTY (PURCHASER): The original purchaser (other than for purposes of resale) of the FS-CURTIS, 

CURTIS-TOLEDO, INC air compressor.

4.  WHAT PRODUCTS ARE COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY: FS-CURTIS, CURTIS-TOLEDO, INC FCT02C48H2X-A1X1XX air 

compressor.

5.  WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY: Parts and Labor to remedy defects in material and/or workmanship with the 

exceptions noted below.

6.  WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY: 

A.  Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED FROM THE 

DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE AS STATED IN THE DURATION. Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied 
warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

B.  ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY 

DEFECT, FAILURE, OR MALFUNCTION OF THE FS-CURTIS, CURTIS-TOLEDO, INC PRODUCT. Some States do not allow the 
exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

C. Any failure due to:

1.  Accident or purchaser’s abuse
2. Improper installation
3.  Equipment that has not been operated or maintained in accordance with FS-CURTIS, CURTIS-TOLEDO, INC’s instructions as 

detailed in the operating manual provided with the compressor.

4.  Equipment that has been repaired or modified without authorization from FS-CURTIS, CURTIS-TOLEDO, INC.

D. Pre-delivery service, i.e. assembly, oil or lubricants, and adjustment.
E.  The effects of normal wear and tear.
F.  Gasoline engines and components are expressly excluded from coverage under this limited warranty. The Purchaser must comply 

with the warranty given by the engine manufacturer which is supplied with the product.

G. Equipment that has been damaged in transit.

7.  RESPONSIBILITIES OF WARRANTOR UNDER THIS WARRANTY: Repair or replace, at Warrantor’s option, compressor or 

component which is defective, has malfunctioned and/or failed to conform within duration of the warranty period. Warranted repairs 
will be made at the Purchaser’s location.

8.  RESPONSIBILITIES OF PURCHASER UNDER THIS WARRANTY:

A.  Provide dated proof of purchase and maintenance records.
B.  Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the products as described in the owner’s manual(s). 
C. Repairs requiring overtime, weekend rates, or anything beyond the standard manufacturer warranty repair labor reimbursement 

rate. 

D. Time required for any security checks, safety training, or similar for service personnel to gain access to facility. 
E.  Location of unit must have adequate clearance for service personnel to perform repairs and easily accessible.

9.  WHEN WARRANTOR WILL PERFORM REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT UNDER THIS WARRANTY: Repair or replacement will be 

scheduled and serviced according to the normal work flow at the servicing location, and depending on the availability of replacement 
parts. 

This Limited Warranty applies in the U.S., Canada and Mexico only and gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights 
which vary from State to State or country to country.

Summary of Contents for FCT02C48H2X-A1X1XX

Page 1: ...EN 2015 Curtis Toledo Inc IN570600AV 12 15 Model FCT02C48H2X A1X1XX 20 Gallon Portable Air Compressor Operating Instructions and Parts Manual ...

Page 2: ...your dated proof of purchase for warranty purposes Attach it to this manual or file it for safekeeping Model _______________________ Serial ________________________ Purchase Date _________________ REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE NOW http us fscurtis com support warranty register READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT DISCARD For parts product service information visit www fsc...

Page 3: ...resulting from such misuse QUICK REFERENCE Recommended Oil 2 Options FSC 1000A ISO 100 Premium Reciprocating Compressor Lubricant 1 quart part number FSC 1000A 1 12 quart case part number FSC 1000A 12 For generic option use 10W30 Oil Capacity Approximately 8 5 oz UNPACKING Do not lift or move unit without appropriately rated equipment Be sure the unit is securely attached to lifting device used Do...

Page 4: ...als known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling You can create dust when you cut sand drill or grind materials such as wood paint metal concrete cement or other masonry This dust often contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Wear protective gear Important Safety Information Please ...

Page 5: ...lasses and use hearing protection when operating the unit Do not stand on or use the unit as a handhold Before each use inspect compressed air system and electrical components for signs of damage deterioration weakness or leakage Repair or replace defective items before using Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness Motors electrical equipment and controls can cause electrica...

Page 6: ... may be harmful Release air slowly when draining moisture or depressurizing the compressor system Spraying Precautions Do not spray flammable materials in vicinity of open flame or near ignition sources including the compressor unit Do not smoke when spraying paint insecticides or other flammable substances Use a face mask respirator when spraying and spray in a well ventilated area to prevent hea...

Page 7: ...MBLY INSTALLATION GETTING STARTED 5 SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS Figure 1 Horizontal Unit Identification Getting To Know Your Compressor Handle Beltguard Tank Pressure Gauge Motor Compressor Pump Discharge Tube Pressure Switch Air Filter Regulator Tank Drain ...

Page 8: ...NS FCT02C48H2X A1X1XX Motor HP 2 Power 120V 240V Phase 1 single Displacement CFM 7 2 Air Delivery CFM 90 PSI 5 5 Air Delivery CFM 135 PSI 4 9 Max PSI 135 Pump RPM 1020 Tank Capacity 20 gallons Unit Weight 148 lbs Amp Draw 15A 7 5A Max Duty Cycle 75 Tank Outlet 1 4 inch NPT FCT02C48H2X A1X1XX Length 37 in Width 21 in Height 30 5 in ...

Page 9: ...Check motor data plate for 240 volt compatibility A 240 volt unit must be operated on a 240 volt circuit The cord must only plug into a 240 volt grounded outlet and may require a new cord and plug See Figure 3 Use only a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 blade grounding plug and a 3 slot receptacle that accepts the plug on the product Make sure your extension cord is not damaged When using an ext...

Page 10: ...slow blow fuse type T For Canada use Type D 4 The length of copper wire between the outlet and circuit breaker is not longer than 40 feet of 14 AWG or 70 feet of 12 AWG Amp Rating Range Voltage Cord Length in Feet 120V 25 ft 50 ft 100 ft 150 ft 200 ft 250 ft 300 ft 400 ft 500 ft 240V 50 ft 100 ft 200 ft 300 ft 400 ft 500 ft 600 ft 800 ft 500 ft 8 10 14 10 8 6 6 6 4 4 2 10 12 12 10 8 6 6 4 4 2 2 12...

Page 11: ...Approximately 8 5 oz Remove cap from oil fill opening Install breather found in parts bag with this manual Check oil level See specification label on compressor pump for the proper oil capacity and oil type All lubricated compressor pumps discharge some condensed water and oil with the compressed air Install appropriate water oil removal equipment and controls as necessary for the intended applica...

Page 12: ...tank 1 Check oil level per the Lubrication Section of this manual 2 Open the bottom tank drain valve see Figure 5 Turn outlet valve to open air flow 3 Plug unit in 4 Move pressure switch to the AUTO position to run the unit see Figure 6 5 Run the unit for thirty 30 minutes at zero 0 psi under no load to break in pump parts 6 Move the pressure switch lever or knob to OFF and turn tank drain valve t...

Page 13: ... being used continuously the compressor will cycle on and off automatically In the OFF position the compressor will not operate Drain Tank Disconnect tag unplug and lock out power source release pressure Drain moisture from tank by opening drain valve underneath tank See Figure 7 MOISTURE IN COMPRESSED AIR Moisture in compressed air will form into droplets as it comes from an air compressor pump W...

Page 14: ...pressor head and valve plate and inspect for carbon deposits or other foreign matter on top of piston Replace head and valve plate using new gasket See Lubrication section for recommended oil 7 Noisy check valve in compressor system 7 Replace check valve Risk of Explosion Do not disassemble check valve with air pressure in tank Large quantity of oil in the discharge air NOTE In an oil lubed compre...

Page 15: ...r s 8 Replace capacitor s 9 Malfunctioning motor 9 Replace motor Tank does not hold pressure when compressor is off and the shut off valve is closed 1 Air leaks fittings tubing on compressor or plumbing outside system 1 Check all connections with soap and water solution Tighten or remove and apply sealant to threads then reassemble 2 Worn check valve 2 Replace check valve Risk of Explosion Do not ...

Page 16: ...e welds If a crack is detected remove pressure from tank immediately and replace Compressor Lubrication See Installation Add oil as required The oil should be changed every three months or after every 200 hours of operation whichever comes first If the compressor is run under humid conditions for short periods of time the humidity will condense in the crankcase and cause the oil to look creamy Oil...

Page 17: ...he face of the flywheel and touching the rim on both sides of the face The belts should be parallel to this straight edge see Figure 10 Dimension A should be the same as B and C to ensure proper alignment of the belts Slots in the bed plate allow for sliding the motor back and forth to adjust belt tension Storage If compressor is to be stored for a short period of time make sure that it is stored ...

Page 18: ...ibutor 24 hours a day 365 days a year Please provide following information Model number Serial number if any Part description and number as shown in parts list REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION FOR FCT02C48H2X A1X1XX 9 O T U A F F O 40 51 52 32 51 31 6 4 7 8 9 5 3 2 1 12 14 15 16 10 11 19 20 26 25 24 34 28 27 30 29 17 18 21 22 39 38 37 42 43 44 36 45 35 23 46 47 4 50 49 17 13 16 ...

Page 19: ...FITTING 1 24 UNLOADER TUBE 1 25 OIL DRAIN CAP 1 26 OIL DRAIN EXTENSION 1 27 OIL DRAIN PLUG 1 28 PUMP FC48 1 29 HEX HEAD BOLT 4 30 COMPRESSION CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY FCT2 5CCA 1 31 BELT GUARD BACK 1 Ref No Description Part Number Qty 32 SELF TAPPING SCREW 3 33 SELF TAPPING SCREW 1 34 FLYWHEEL FCT2 5FW 1 35 KEY 1 36 SETSCREW 1 37 PULLEY FC48PY 1 38 SETSCREW 1 39 BELT FCT2 3B 1 40 BELT GUARD FRONT 1 41 P...

Page 20: ...provide following information Model number Serial number if any Part description and number as shown in parts list REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION FOR FC48 MAINTENANCE REPAIR TROUBLESHOOTING OPERATION ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS GETTING STARTED 18 6 4 9 3 1 10 13 7 12 15 11 16 14 2 5 8 17 18 19 20 8 ...

Page 21: ...SEMBLY FC48CRA 2 7 PISTON RING SET 2 8 BALL BEARING 2 9 CRANKSHAFT BEARINGS RODS PISTON ASSEMBLY FSK C48DK 1 10 O RING 1 11 OIL SEAL 1 12 BEARING CAP ASSEMBLY 1 13 M6 X 10 MM SCREW 4 14 VALVE PLATE ASSEMBLY FSK C48VK 1 15 VALVE PLATE MOLDED SEAL 1 16 CYLINDER HEAD AND FASTENERS 1 17 AIR FILTER ASSEMBLY FC48H2AFA 1 18 1 8 IN 27 OIL DRAIN PLUG 1 19 SIGHT GLASS FCT02SG 1 20 AIR FILTER ELEMENT FC48H2A...

Page 22: ...ned in accordance with FS CURTIS CURTIS TOLEDO INC s instructions as detailed in the operating manual provided with the compressor 4 Equipment that has been repaired or modified without authorization from FS CURTIS CURTIS TOLEDO INC D Pre delivery service i e assembly oil or lubricants and adjustment E The effects of normal wear and tear F Gasoline engines and components are expressly excluded fro...

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