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15 - ENG

A10642

5.  Make sure the valve disc moves 

freely inside the check valve 

and the spring holds the disc in 

the upper, closed position. The 

check valve may be cleaned 

with a solvent, such as paint and 

varnish remover.

6.  Apply sealant to the check valve 

threads. Reinstall the check valve 

(turn clockwise).

7.  Replace hose and new hose 

clamp.

8.  Perform the Break-in Procedure. 

See "Break-in Procedure" in the 

Operation section.

5.  Remove pump mounting screws 

securing pump (one on each 

side).

6.  Carefully slide pump from 

brackets and out of the way.

7.  Using an adjustable wrench or 

5/8" wrench remove the regulator 

manifold.

8.  Apply pipe sealant to new 

regulator manifold and assemble, 

tighten with wrench.

9.  Reapply pipe sealant to gauges, 

quick connect, and safety valve.  

10.  Reassemble all components in 

reverse order of removal. Make 

sure to orient gauges to read 

correctly and use wrenches to 

tighten all components.

To Replace Regulator

1.  Release all air pressure from air 

tank. See "To Drain Tank" in the 

"Maintenance" section.

2.  Unplug unit.
3.  Using an adjustable wrench or 

specified wrench remove the 

gauges (7/16" wrench), quick 

connect (13/16" wrench), and 

safety valve (9/16" wrench) from 

the regulator manifold.

4.  Remove the hose by removing 

the hose clamp. 

NOTE: 

The hose 

clamp is not reusable. You must 

purchase a new hose clamp, see 

the Parts List Manual or purchase 

a standard hose clamp at a local 

hardware store.

Pump Mounting Screw

Quick 

Connect

Gauges

Safety Valve

Regulator Manifold

Hose Clamp

Regulator 

Manifold

Pump shown 

moved out of 

the way

Regulator Manifold

Summary of Contents for C2001

Page 1: ...250T The Model and Serial No plate is located on the main housing of the tool Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for future reference Model No ______________________________________ T...

Page 2: ...the symbols below Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities...

Page 3: ...roperty damage To reduce the risk of fire do not allow the compressor to operate unattended Always operate the compressor in a well ventilated area free of combustible materials gasoline or solvent va...

Page 4: ...ndensed water from tank causing rust and thinning of the steel tank Modifications or attempted repairs to the tank Unauthorized modifications to the unloader valve safety valve or any other components...

Page 5: ...ect voltage and adequate fuse protection Sprayed materials such as paint paint solvents paint remover insecticides weed killers may contain harmful vapors and poisons Work in an area with good cross v...

Page 6: ...thing WARNING Risk of Falling A portable compressor can fall from a table workbench or roof causing damage to the compressor and could result in serious injury or death to the operator Always operate...

Page 7: ...parts WARNING Risk of Unsafe Operation Unsafe operation of your air compressor could lead to serious injury or death to you or others HAZARD WARNING Risk of Serious Injury or Property Damage When Tran...

Page 8: ...matically restarts is called cut in pressure Cut Out Pressure When an air compressor is turned on and begins to run air pressure in the air tank begins to build It builds to a certain high pressure be...

Page 9: ...grounding reduces the risk of shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current This air compressor must be properly grounded The portable air compressor is equipped with a cord having a gro...

Page 10: ...6 OR 18 AWG Voltage and Circuit Protection Refer to the specification chart for the voltage and minimum branch circuit requirements Risk of Opertion Certain air compressors can be operated on a 15 amp...

Page 11: ...controls before operating the unit On I Off O Switch Place this switch in the ON I position to provide automatic power to the pressure switch and OFF O to remove power at the end of each use Pressure...

Page 12: ...of each use Check Valve When the air compressor is operating the check valve is open allowing compressed air to enter the air tank When the air compressor reaches cut out pressure the check valve clos...

Page 13: ...ponsibilities Daily or after each use Before each use Check Safety Valve Drain Tank NOTE See Operation section for the location of controls Unit cycles automatically when power is on When performing m...

Page 14: ...then be removed cleaned the reinstalled To Replace or Clean Check Valve 1 Release all air pressure from air tank See To Drain Tank in the Maintenance section 2 Unplug unit 3 Remove the hose by removin...

Page 15: ...ghten with wrench 9 Reapply pipe sealant to gauges quick connect and safety valve 10 Reassemble all components in reverse order of removal Make sure to orient gauges to read correctly and use wrenches...

Page 16: ...ntil tank pressure is approximately 20 psi Release safety valve ring 6 Drain water from air tank by opening drain valve on bottom of tank Risk of Bursting Water will condense in the air tank If not dr...

Page 17: ...Tube fittings are not tight enough Tighten fittings where air can be heard escaping Check fittings with soapy water solution Do Not Overtighten Air leaks at fittings Air leaks in air tank or at air t...

Page 18: ...accessory is being used Compressor is not supplying enough air to operate accessories Prolonged excessive use of air Compressor is not large enough for air requirement Hole in hose Check valve restric...

Page 19: ...19 ENG A10642 NOTES...

Page 20: ...purchaser Air compressors with 60 and 80 gallon tanks will be inspected at the site of installation Contact the nearest Porter Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center that provides on site service c...

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