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SPECIFICATIONS S163 S253 S418
HP 0�5 0�5 0�5
SYSTEM CAPACITY
40 PSI 163 GALLONS
28 PSI 253 GALLONS
18 PSI 418 GALLONS
PRESSURE SWITCH FACTORY SET AT
30-40 PSI
FACTORY SET AT
23-28 PSI
FACTORY SET AT
13-18 PSI
CFM 2�21 @ 10 PSI 2�21 @ 10 PSI 2�21 @ 10 PSI
PUMP 1 CYLINDER, OIL FREE 1 CYLINDER, OIL FREE 1 CYLINDER, OIL FREE
CYLINDERS CERAMIC COMPOSITE CERAMIC COMPOSITE CERAMIC COMPOSITE
VOLTS 115 115 115
PHASE 1 1 1
RUNNING AMPS 4 4 4
BREAKER SIZE 15 AMP
RECOMMENDED
15 AMP
RECOMMENDED
15 AMP
RECOMMENDED
DIMENSIONS 10” X 9�5” X 14” 10” X 9�5” X 14” 10” X 9�5” X 14”
WEIGHT 21 LBS 21 LBS 21 LBS
SPECIFICATIONS S164
HP �5
SYSTEM CAPACITY
40 PSI 163 GALLONS
18 PSI 418 GALLONS
10 PSI 810 GALLONS
PRESSURE SWITCH
FACTORY SET AT
10-20 PSI
MINIMUM
DIFFERENTIAL: 5 PSI
CFM 2�21 @ 10 PSI
PUMP 1 CYLINDER, OIL FREE
CYLINDERS CERAMIC COMPOSITE
VOLTS 115
PHASE 1
RUNNING AMPS 4
BREAKER SIZE 15 AMP
RECOMMENDED
DIMENSIONS 10” X 9�5” X 14”
WEIGHT 22 LBS
SAFETY
DEFINITIONS
!DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury�
!WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury�
!CAUTION: Indicates a situation that will or could cause
minor injury or property damage�
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Read the Owner’s Manual before operating�
!DANGER:
Do not use compressed air for breathing air applications�
Beware of high voltage: disconnect lockout/tagout elec-
tric supply before servicing�
Ground compressor per codes�
!WARNING:
Beware of high-pressure air: do not bypass, modify, or
remove safety/relief valves�
Beware of hot surfaces: allow unit to cool before servic-
ing�
Do not operate with safety guards removed�
!CAUTION:
Never operate the compressor near flammable liquids or
vapors�
Do not direct the air stream at body�
Drain tank air weekly to decrease risk of bursting�
NOTE: Per UL 1450:46�17 C-Aire recommends a maximum of
70% duty cycle for its compressors�
INSTALLATION
SELECTING A LOCATION:
C-Aire compressors are to be installed and operated in a clean,
dry, well-lighted, and well-ventilated area�
Provide at least 200 cubic feet of fresh air per 1 hp�
Ideal operating temperatures are between 32°F and 100°F�
Avoid excessively humid areas, as moisture may form in the pump,
producing sludge and causing moving parts to wear prematurely�
NOTE: The dry pipe/sprinkler system compressor is to be installed
in accordance with the Standard for Installation of Sprinkler
Systems, NFPA 13�
!CAUTION: If temperatures consistently drop below 32°F,
install the compressor in a heated area�
!CAUTION: Never operate the compressor in tempera-
tures below 20°F or above 104°F�
!WARNING: A compressor should never be used in an
area where toxic, corrosive, or volatile agents may be
present�
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