Porter-Cable CF6131 Air Compressor User Manual


 
8 - ENG
GLOSSARY
Become familiar with these terms before operating the unit.
CFM: Cubic feet per minute.
SCFM: Standard cubic feet per minute; a unit of measure of air delivery.
PSIG: Pounds per square inch gauge; a unit of measure of pressure.
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®
,
CUL, ETL
®
, CETL, have been evaluated by OSHA certified independent safety
laboratories and meet the applicable Standards for Safety.
Cut-In Pressure: Whilethemotorisoff,airtankpressuredropsasyoucontinue
touseyouraccessory.Whenthetankpressuredropstoacertainlowerlevelthe
motor will restart automatically. The low pressure at which the motor automatically
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 before
the motor automatically shuts off, protecting your air tank from pressure higher
than its capacity. The high pressure at which the motor shuts off is called "cut-out"
pressure.
Branch Circuit: Circuit carrying electricity from electrical panel to outlet.
DUTY CYCLE
This air compressor pump is capable of running continuously. However, to
prolong the life of your air compressor, it is recommended that a 50%-75%
average duty cycle be maintained; that is, the air compressor pump should not
run more than 30-45 minutes in any given hour.
ACCESSORIES
Accessories for this unit are available at the store the unit was purchased.
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this tool could be hazardous. Use only accessories rated equal to or higher
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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
Remove unit from carton and discard all packaging.
INSTALLATION
HOW TO SET UP YOUR UNIT
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• Locatetheaircompressorinaclean,dryandwellventilatedarea.
• Theaircompressorshouldbelocatedatleast12"(30.5cm)awayfromthe
wall or other obstructions that will interfere with the flow of air.
• Theaircompressorpumpandshroudaredesignedtoallowforpropercool-
ing. The ventilation openings on the compressor are necessary to maintain
proper operating temperature. Do not place rags or other containers on or
near these openings.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. 
            
electric current. This air compressor must be properly grounded.