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Air Compressor Table of Contents Page Topic Safety Guidelines-Definitions 4 Hazard Warnings 5 lb Air Compressor Precautions 15 Basic Air Compressor Components 16 Assembling 16 the Air Compressor Compressor Controls 18 Electrical Power Requirements 19 Breaking In The Pump 21 Operating Instructions 21 Maintenance 23 Storage 24 Service 24 Troubleshooting 25 Glossary Terms 29 Limited Warranty 31 2
Air Compressor Warning! Read And Understand All Safety Precautions In This Manual Before Operating. Failure To Comply With Instructions In This Manual Could Result In Personal Injury, Property Damage, And / Or Voiding Of Your Warranty. Steele® Will Not Be Liable For Any Damage Because Of Failure To Follow These Instructions. Air Compressor Prior to installation and usage, thoroughly inspect air compressor for damages.
Air Compressor SAFETY GUIDELINES-DEFINITIONS This manual contains important information that you need to know and understand in order to protect YOUR SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. The following symbols help you recognize this information. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. WARNING! WARNINGS INDICATE A CERTAINTY OR STRONG POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IF INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED.
Owner's Manual Hazard Warnings Dust WARNING! DUST FROM POWER SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING, AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES CONTAIN CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
Owner's Manual Hazard Warnings (cont'd) RISK OF EYE OR HEAD INJURY What could happen: • Air powered equipment and power tools are capable of propelling materials such as fasteners, metal chips, saw dust, and other debris at high speed which could result in serious eye injury. ° Compressed air can be hazardous. The air stream can cause injury to soft tissue areas such as eyes, ears, etc. Particles or objects propelled by the stream can cause injury.
Owner's Manual .azarO Warnings,con,'O, RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION What could happen: • Abrasive tools such as sanders and grinders; rotating tools such as drills and impact tools such as nailers, staples, wrenches, hammers and reciprocating saws are capable of generating sparks which could result in ignition of flammable materials. • It is normal for the compressor motor and pressure switch to produce sparks while operating.
Owner's Manual Hazard Warnings (cont'd) RISK OF HEARING LOSS What could happen: • Long term exposure to noise produced from the operation of air tools can lead to permanent hearing loss. How to prevent: • Always wear ANSI S3.19 hearing protection when using a compressor. RISK TO BREATHING/INHALATION HAZARD What could happen: • Abrasive tools such as grinders, sanders and cut-off tools generate dust and abrasive materials which can be harmful to human lungs and respiratory system.
Owner's Manual Hazard Warnings (cont'd) RISK OF INJURY What could happen: • Tools left unattended or with the air hose attached can be activated by unauthorized persons leading to their injury and/or injury to others, • Air tools can propel fasteners or other materials throughout the work area, • A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool increases the risk of personal injury, • Using inflator nozzles for duster applications can cause serious injury, • Air tools can become activate
Owner's Manual Hazard Warnings (cont'd) RISK OF INJURY How to prevent (cont'd) it: ° Remove air hose when tool is not in use and store tool in secure location away from reach of children and/or untrained users. ° Use only parts, fasteners and accessories recommended by the manufacturer. ° Keep work area clean and free of clutter. Keep children and others away from area during operation of the tool. ° Keep work area well lit. ° Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before turning the tool on.
Owner's Manual Hazard Warnings (cont'd) RISK OF INJURY (cont'd) ° Use only impact grade sockets on an impact wrench. ° Do not apply excessive force to the tool. Let the tool perform the work. ° Never point discharge of tool at self or others. ° Do not pull trigger unless tool contact safety device is against work surface. ° Never attempt to drive fasteners into hard surfaces such as steel, concrete or tile when using air tools.
Owner's Manual Hazard Warnings (cont'd) RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK What could happen: • Using air tools to attach electrical wiring can result in electrocution or death. ° Improper electrical connections can result in fires, electrocution, or death. ° If the tool is not provided with an insulated gripping surface, contact with a "live" wire makes exposed metal tool parts "live", resulting in possible electrocution or death.
Owner's Manual Hazard Warnings (cont'd) RISK OF ENTANGLEMENT What could happen: • Tools containing moving elements or driving other moving tools (grinding wheels, sockets, sanding discs, etc.) can become entangled in hair, clothing, jewelry and other loose objects, resulting in injury. How to prevent it: • Never wear loose fitting clothes or apparel that contain loose straps, ties, etc. which could become entangled in moving parts. ° Remove any jewelry, watches, identifications, necklaces, etc.
Owner's Manual Hazard Warnings (cont'd) RISK OF CUT OR BURNS What could happen: • Tools which cut, shear, drill, staple, punch, chisel, etc. are capable of causing serious injury. ° The pump and manifold generate high temperatures. How to prevent it: • Keep the working part of the tool away from hands and body. ° Do not touch the pump, manifold or transfer tube while the pump is running. Allow them to cool before handling or servicing. ° Keep children away from the compressor at all times.
Owner's Manual Compressor Specifications Model Number SP-CE043 Horse Power 1/3 Tank Capacity Gallons/Liters 3 Gallon Voltage/Amps/Phase 120/2.6/1 Kick-In Pressure 70 Kick-Out Pressure 100 A ,\ WARNING! The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical, known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm, Wash hands after handling Precautions • Drain the moisture from the tank daily to help prevent corrosion.
Owner's Manual Compressor (cont'd) Basic Air Compressor Components Oil-less aircompressor are factory A&B lubricated for life and do not require f any oil. i The basic components of the air compressor the electric motor, pump, pressure switch, and tank. The electric motor (see A) powers the pump. The electric motor is / equipped with an overload protector and an automatic reset. If the motor becomes overheated, the overload protector will shut it down to prevent \\ damage to the motor.
Owner's Manual Compressor (cont'd) Assembling the Air Compressor Unpack the air compressor. Inspect the unit for damage. If the unit has been damaged in transit, contact the carrier and complete a damage claim. Do this immediatly because there are time limitations to damage claims. The carton should contain. ° Air Compressor ° Manual ° Handle ° Accessories 1) Attach handle and srew in properly.
Owner's Manual Compressor (cont'd) COMPRESSOR CONTROLS Power switch: This switch turns the compressor power ON and OFF. Pressure Relieve Valve: If the pressure switch does not shut down the motor when pressure reaches the preset level, this valve will pop open automatically to prevent over pressurization. To operate manually, pull the ring on the valve to relieve air pressure in the tank. Tank Pressure Gauge: This gauge measures the pressure level of the air stored in the tank.
Owner's Manual Compressor Electrical Electrical (cont'd) Power Requirements Wiring Refer to the air compressor's serial label for the unit's voltage and amperage requirements. Use a dedicated circuit. For best performance and reliable starting, the air compressor must be plugged into a dedicated circuit, as close as possible to the fuse box or circuit breaker. The compressor will use the full capacity of a typical 15 amp household circuit.
Owner's Manual Compressor (cont'd) ELECTRICAL POWER Extension REQUIREMENTS Cord Use the chart on the right for the proper (cont'd) extension AMP RATI NG cord length. LENGTH OF CORDIN FEET (120 Volts) 10-12 25' 50' 100' 150' 16 14 10 8 12-14 16 12 10 8 and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug of the product. Make 14-16 16 12 10 8 16-18 14 12 8 8 sure your extension cord is in good condition.
Owner's Manual Compressor BREAKING (cont'd) IN THE PUMP 1.Turn the switch to the OFF position. 2. Open the petcock. Turn counterclockwise (loosen). 3. Plug in the power switch to the ON position. 4. The compressor will start. ALLOW THE COMPRESSOR INTERNAL PARTS. TO RUN FOR 15 MINUTES, TO BREAK IN THE CAUTION: AFTER ABOUT 15 MINUTES. IF THE UNIT DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY, SHUT DOWN IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT PRODUCT SERVICE CENTER 888-896-6881. 5.
Owner's Manual Compressor (cont'd) OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! HIGH TEMPERATURES ARE GENERATED BY THE ELECTRICAL MOTOR AND THE PUMP. TO PREVENT BURNS OR OTHER INJURIES, DO NOT TOUCH THE COMPRESSOR WHILE IT IS RUNNING. ALLOW IT TO COOL BEFORE HANDLING OR SERVICING. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE COMPRESSOR AT ALL TIMES. WARNING! WHEN ADJUSTING FROM A HIGHER TO A LOWER PRESSURE, TURN THE KNOB COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO REACH THE DESIRED PRESSURE.
Owner's Manual Compressor (cont'd) MAINTENANCE WARNING! TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYS SHUT OFF AND UNPLUG THE COMPRESSOR AND RELIEVE ALL AIR PRESSURE FROM THE SYSTEM BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE ON THE AIR COMPRESSOR.
Owner's Manual Compressor (cont'd) MAINTENANCE (cont'd) Relieve the air pressure in the system and open the petcock on the bottom of the tank to drain. WARNING! CONDENSATION WILL ACCUMULATE IN THE TANK. TO PREVENT CORROSION OF THE TANK FROM THE INSIDE, THIS MOISTURE MUST BE DRAINED AT THE END OF EVERY WORKDAY. BE SURE TO WEAR PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR. _ Note: In cold climates, drain the tank after each use to reduce problems with freezing of water condensation.
Owner's Manual Compressor TROUBLE (cont'd) SHOOTING Note: Trouble shooting problems may have similar causes and solutions. ° Tank petcock is open Close pet cock Low pressure, not enough air or compressor does not stop. ° Prolonged excessive of air Decrease amount of air used. ° Compressor not large enough for job Check air requirement of accessory. If it is higher than CFM and pressure by compressor, you need a larger compressor. Most accessories are rated at 25% of actual CFM while running continuously.
Owner's Manual Compressor TROUBLE (cont'd) SHOOTING (cont'd) Excessive starting and stopping, while not in use ° Fittings leak Check fittings with soapy water. Tighten or reseal leaking fittings. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Replace worn parts and reassemble with new seals. Replace any regulator internal parts. ° Regulated pressure gauge reading drops when air accessory is being used.
Owner's Manual Compressor TROUBLE (cont'd) SHOOTING (cont'd) Overheating ° Poor ventilation Relocate compressor to an area with cool, dry and well-circulated air. • Dirty cooling surface Clean all cooling surfaces of pump thoroughly. • Leaking valve Replace worn parts and reassemble with new seals. Motor stalls ° Low voltage Furnish adequate power. ° Defective pressure switch bleeder valve Replace pressure switch bleeder valve.
Owner's Manual Compressor TROUBLE (cont'd) SHOOTING (cont'd) Motor will not run (cont'd) • Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Replace blown fuse or reset circuit breaker. Do not use fuse or circuit breaker with higher rating than specified for your ranch circuit. Check for proper fuse; "Fusetron" type T is acceptable. Check for low voltage and proper extension cord size. Disconnect other applications from circuit. Operate compressor on a dedicated circuit.
Owner's Manual Compressor TROUBLE (cont'd) SHOOTING (cont'd) Glossary of Terms • CFM: Cubic feet per minute; a unit of measure of air flows. • PSI: Pounds per square inch; a unit of measure of air pressure. • Kick-in pressure: Factory set low pressure point that starts the compressor to depressurize the tank to a higher pressure. • Kick-out pressure: Factory set high pressure point that stops the compressor from increasing the pressure in the tank above a certain level.
Owner's Manual LIMITED WARRANTY Steele® warrants to the original purchaser who uses the product in a consumer application (personal, residential or household usage) that all products covered under this warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. All products covered by this limited warranty which are used in commercial applications (i.e.
Owner's Manual LIMITED WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY (cont'd) DOES NOT COVER: Merchandise models. sold as reconditioned, Merchandise that has become misuse, damaged cold, heat, rain, excessive chemicals, negligence, with the instructions product, improper recommended or inoperative humidity, or floor or display because freeze damage, Manual(s) or unauthorized with the or attachments not repair or alterations.
