Porter-Cable Air Compressor Air Compressor User Manual


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11 - ENG
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Risk of Electrical Shock. In the event of a short circuit,
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 grounding wire with
an appropriate grounding plug (see illustration).
1. The cord set and plug with this unit contains a grounding pin. This plug
MUST be used with a grounded outlet.
IMPORTANT: The outlet being used must
Grounded
Outlets
Plug
Grounding Pin
be installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
2. Make sure the outlet being used
has the same configuration as the
grounded plug. DO NOT USE AN
ADAPTER. See illustration.
3. Inspect the plug and cord before each
use. Do not use if there are signs of damage.
4. If these grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as
to whether the compressor is properly grounded, have the installation checked
by a qualified electrician.
Risk of Electrical Shock. IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN RESULT
IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
Do not modify the plug provided. If it does not fit the available outlet, a correct
outlet should be installed by a qualified electrician.
Repairs to the cord set or plug MUST be made by a qualified electrician.
EXTENSION CORDS
If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is:
• a 3wire extension cord that has a 3blade grounding plug, and a 3slot
receptacle that will accept the plug on the product
• ingoodcondition
• nolongerthan50feet
• 12gauge(AWG)orlarger.(Wiresizeincreasesasgaugenumber,decreases.
10AWGand8AWGmayalsobeused.DONOTUSE14OR16AWG.)
Risk of Property Damage. The use of an undersized extension cord
will cause voltage to drop resulting in power loss to the motor and overheating.
Instead of using an extension cord, increase the working reach of the air hose by
attaching another length of hose to its end. Attach additional lengths of hose as
needed.
VOLTAGE AND CIRCUIT PROTECTION
Refer to the Specification chart for the voltage and minimum branch circuit
requirements.
Risk of Operation. Certain air compressors can be operated on a 15
amp circuit if the following conditions are met.
1. Voltage supply to circuit must comply with the National Electrical Code.
2. Circuit is not used to supply any other electrical needs.
3. Extension cords comply with specifications.
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