Porter-Cable CPLDC2541S User manual

Direct Drive
Oil Lube
Portable Air Compressor
CPLDC2541S
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IMPORTANT
Please make certain that the person who is
to use this equipment carefully reads and
understands these instructions before
starting operations.
The Model and Sehal No. plate is located on the frame,
Record these numbers in the spaces below and retain for
future i_ference.
Model No.
Type
Sedal No.
Copyright 02001 Porter_able;Corporation Part No. D24064-0111-1

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information
relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you
recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to
these sections.
situationwhich, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious iniurv.
_lndicates a potentially
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,_ result in
death or serious iniuw.
_l_lndicates a potentially
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate iniurv.
_rr_=_ Used withoutthe
safety alert symbol
indicatesa potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in Property damaae.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction acfivitJes contains chemicals known (to the State of California) to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some example of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products
•arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, always wear MSHA/NIOSH approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator when using
such tools.
When using air tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of of
personal injury.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
This tool was designed for certain applications, porter-Cable strongly recommends that this tool NOT
be modified and/or USed for any application other than for which it was designed. If you have any
questions relative to its application DO NOT use the tool until you have written Porter-Cable and we
have advised you.
Technical Service Manager
Porter-Cable Corporation
4825 Highway 45 North
PO. Box 2468
Jackson, TN 38302-2468
D24064 2- ENG

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPROPER OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL
WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT.
HAZARD
RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOWTO PREVENT IT
IT IS NORMAL FOR ELECTRICAL CONTACTS
WITHIN THE MOTOR AND PRESSURE SWITCH
TO SPARK,
IF ELECTHICAL SPARKS FROM
COMPRESSOR COME INTO CONTACT WITH
FLAMMABLE VAPORS, THEY MAY IGNITE,
CAUSING FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
RESTRICTING ANY OF THE COMPRESSOR
VENTILATION OPENINGS WILL CAUSE
SERIOUS OVERHEATING AND COULD CAUSE
FIRE.
UNATrENDED OPERATIONOFTHIS
PRODUCT COULD RESULTIN PERSONAL
INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,DO NOT ALLOW
THE COMPRESSOR TO OPERATE
UNAI"rENDED.
ALWAYS OPERATE THE COMPRESSOR IN A
WELL VENTILATED AREA FREE OF
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE OR
SOLVENT VAPORS.
IF SPRAYING FLAMMABLE MATERIALS,
LOCATE COMPRESSOR AT LEAST 20 FEET
AWAY FROM SPRAY AREA. AN ADDITIONAL
LENGTH OF HOSE MAY BE REQUIRED.
STORE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS IN A
SECURE LOCATION AWAY FROM
COMPRESSOR.
NEVER PLACE OBJECTS AGAINST OR ON
TOP OF COMPRESSOR. OPERATE
COMPRESSOR IN AN OPEN AREA AT LEAST
12 INCHES AWAY FROM ANY WALL OR
OBSTRUCTION _'IAT WOULD RESTRICT THE
FLOW OF FRESH AIR TO THE VENTILATION
OPENINGS.
OPERATE COMPRESSOR IN A CLEAN, DRY,
WELLVENTILATED AREA. DO NOTOPERATE
UNIT INDOORS OR IN ANY CONFINED AREA.
ALWAYS REMAIN IN AI-rENDANOE WITH THE
PRODUCT WHEN IT IS OPERATING.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER
BY MOVING PRESSURE SWITCH LEVER TO
THE OFF POSITION AND DRAIN TANK DAILY
OR AFTER EACH USE,
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HAZARD
RISK OF BURSTING I_.1
THE FOLLOWINGCONDITIONS COULD LEADTO AWEAKENING OF THE
TANK, AND RESULT IN A VIOLENT TANK EXPLOSION AND COULD CAUSE
PROPERTY DAMAGE OR SERIOUS INJURY.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
I. FAILURE TO PROPERLY DRAIN
CONDENSED WATER FROM THE
TANK, CAUSING RUST AND THINNING
OF THE STEEL TANK.
2. MODIFICATIONS OR A'R'EMPTEO
REPAIRS TO THE TANK.
3. UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO
THE UNLOADER VALVE, SAFETY
VALVE, OR ANY OTHER COMPONENTS
WHICH CONTROL TANK PRESSURE.
4. EXCESSIVE VIBRATION CAN WEAKEN
THE AIR TANK AND CAUSE RUPTURE
OR EXPLOSION.
ATEACHMENTS &ACCESSORIES:
EXCEEDING THE PRESSURE RATING OF AIR
TOOLS, SPRAY GUNS, AIR OPERATED
ACCESSORIES, TIRES AND OTHER
INFLATABLES CAN CAUSE THEM TO
EXPLODE OR FLY APART, AND COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS ]NJUR_
HOW TO PREVENT IT
DRAIN TANK DAILY OR AFTER BACH USE. IF
TANK DEVELOPS A LEAK, REPLACE IT
IMMEDIATELY wn_ A NEW TANK OR REPLACE
THE ENTIRE COMPRESSOR.
NEVER DRILL INTO, WELD, OR MAKE ANY
MODIFICATIONS TO THE TANK OR ITS
AT[ACHM ENTS.
THE TANK IS DESIGNED TO WITHSTAND
SPECIFIC OPERATING PRESSURES. NEVER
MAKE ADJUSTMENTS OR PARTS
SUBSTITUTIONS TO ALTER THE FACTORY
SET OPERATING PRESSURES.
FOR ESSENTIAL CONTROL OF AIR
PRESSURE,YOU MUST INSTALL A PRESSURE
REGULATOR AND PRESSURE GAUGE TO THE
AIR OUTLET (IF NOT EQUIPPED) OF YOUR
COMPRESSOR. FOLLOW THE EQUIPMENT
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDATION AND
NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE
PRESSURE RATING OF ATrACHMENTS. NEVER
USE COMPRESSOR TO INFLATE SMALL LOW-
PRESSURE OBJECTS SUCH AS CHILDREN'S
TOYS, FOOTBALLS, BASKETBALLS, ETC.
HAZARD
RISK FROM FLYING OBJECTS
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
THE COMPRESSED AIR STREAM CAN CAUSE
SOFT TISSUE DAMAGE TO EXPOSED SKIN
AND CAN PROPEL DIRT, CHIPS, LOOSE
PARTICLES AND SMALL OBJECTS AT HIGH
SPEED, RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE
OR PERSONAL INJURY.
ALWAYS WEAR ANSI Z87.1 APPROVED
SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS WHEN
USING THE COMPRESSOR.
NEVER POINT ANY NOZZLE OR SPRAYER
TOWARD ANY PART OF THE BODY OR AT
OTHER PEOPLE OR ANIMALS,
ALWAYS TURN THE COMPRESSOR OFF AND
BLEED PRESSURE FROM THE AIR HOSE AND
TANK BEFORE ATrEMPTING MAINTENANCE,
AT[ACHING TOOLS OR ACCESSORIES.
D24064 4- ENG

HAZARD
RISK OF ELECTRICALSHOCK
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR IS POWERED BY
ELECTRICITY. UKE ANY OTHER
ELECTRICALLY POWERED DEVICE, IF IT IS
NOT USED PROPERLY IT MAY CAUSE
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
REPAIRS ATTEMPTED BY UNQUALIFIED
PERSONNEL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH BY ELECTROCUTION.
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING: FAILURE TO
PROVIDE ADEQUATE GROUNDING TO THIS
PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTROCUTION.
SEEGROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
HOW TO PREVENT IT
NEVER OPERATE THE COMPRESSOR
OUTDOORS WHEN IT IS RAINING OR IN WET
CONDITIONS
NEVER OPERATE COMPRESSOR WITH
PROTECTIVE COVERS REMOVED OR
DAMAGED.
ANY ELECTRICAL WIRING OR REPAIRS
REQUIREDON THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE
PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE
CENTER PERSONNEL IN ACCORDANCEWITH
NATIONALAND LOCALELECTRICALCODES.
MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE ELECTRICAL
CIRCUIT TO WHICH THE COMPRESSOR IS
CONNECTED PROVIDES PROPER
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING, CORRECT
VOLTAGE AND ADEQUATE FUSE
PROTECTION.
HAZARD
RISK TO BREATHING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
THECOMPRESSED AIR DIRECTLYFROM
YOURCOMPRESSOR IS NOT SAFE FOR
BREATHING. THEAIR STREAM MAy
CONTAIN CARBON MONOXIDE, TOXIC
VAPORS, OR SOLID PARTICLESFROM THE
TANK.BREATHING THESECONTAMINANTS
CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
SPRAYED MATERIALS SUCH AS PAINT, P_JNT
SOLVENI_3, PAINT REMOVER, INSECTICIDES,
WEED KILLERS, MAY CONTAIN HARMFUL
VAPORS AND POISONS.
AIR OBTAINED DIRECTLY FROM THE
COMPRESSORSHOULD NEVER BE USED TO
SUPPLYAIR FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. IN
ORDER TO USE AIR PRODUCED BY THIS
COMPRESSOR FOR BREATHING, SUITABLE
FILTERS AND IN-LINE SAFETY EQUIPMENT
MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED. IN-LINE
FILTERSAND SAFETY EQUIPMENT USED IN
CONJUNCTION WITH THE COMPRESSOR
MUST BECAPABLEOFTREATING AIR TOALL
APPLICABLE LOCAL AND FEDERAL CODES
PRIORTO HUMAN CONSUMPTION.
WORK IN AN AREA WITH GOOD CROSS°
VENTILATION. READ AND FOLLOW THE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED ON THE
LABEL OR SAFETY DATA SHEETS FOR THE
MATERIAL YOU ARE SPRAYING, USE A
NIOSH/MSHA APPROVED RESPIRATOR
DESIGNED FOR USE WITH YOUR SPECIFIC
APPLICATION.
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HAZARD
RISK OF BURNS
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
TOUCHING EXPOSED METAL SUCH AS THE NEVER TOUCH ANY EXPOSED METAL PARTS
COMPRESSOR HEAD OR OUTLET TUBES, ON COMPRESSOR DURING OR IMMEDIATELY
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS BURNS. AFTER OPERATION. COMPRESSOR WILL
REMAIN HOT FOR SEVERAL MINUTES AF-I_R
OPERATION,
DO NOT REACH AROUND PROTECTIVE
SHROUDS OR ATrEMPT MAINTENANCE
UNTIL UNIT HAS BEEN ALLOWED TO COOL.
HAZARD
RISK FROM MOVING PARTS I----_ [--_
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
MOVING PARTS SUCH AS THE PULLEY,
FLYWHEEL AND BELT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY IF THEY COME INTO CONTACT WII_H
YOU OR YOUR CLOTHING.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
NEVER OPERATE THE COMPRESSOR WITH
GUARDS OR COVERS WHICH ARE DAMAGED
OR REMOVED,
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE COMPRESSOR
WITH DAMAGED OR MISSING PARTS OR
ATTEMPTING TO REPAIR COMPRESSOR
WITH PROTECTIVE SHROUDS REMOVED CAN
EXPOSE YOU TO MOVING PARTS AND CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. HAZARD
ANY REPAIRS REQUIREDON THIS PRODUCT
SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED
SERVICECENTER PERSONNEL.
RISK OF FALLING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
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.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
ALWAYS OPERATE COMPRESSOR IN A
STABLE SECURE POSITION TO PREVENT
ACCIDENTALMOVEMENTOFTHEUNR_ NEVER
OPERATE COMPRESSOR ON A ROOF OR
OTHER ELEVATED POSITION. USE
ADDITIONAL AIR HOSE TO REACH HIGH
LOCATIONS.
HAZARD
RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING COMPRESSOR
(Fire, Inhalation, Damage to Vehicle Surfaces)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
OIL CAN LEAK OR SPILL AND COULD ALWAYS PLACE COMPRESSOR ON A
RESULT IN FIRE OR BREATHING HAZARD, PROTECTIVE MAT WHEN TRANSPORTING TO
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT PROTECT AGAINST DAMAGE TO VEHICLE
OIL LEAKS WILL DAMAGE CARPE_, PAINT OR FROM LEAKS, REMOVE COMPRESSOR FROM
OTHER SURFACES IN VEHICLES OR VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY UPON ARRIVAL AT
TRAILERS. YOUR DESTINATION.
D24064 6- ENG

HAZARD
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
UNSAFEOPERATION OFYOUR AIR
COMPRESSORCOULD LEAD TO SERIOUS IN-
JURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
REVIEW AND UNDERSTAND ALL
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THiS
MANUAL.
BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATION
AND CONTROLS OF THE AIR COMPRESSOR.
KEEP OPERATING AREA CLEAR OF ALL
PERSONS, PETS, AND OBSTACLES.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE AJR
COMPRESSOR AT ALL lIMES.
DO NOT OPERATE THE PRODUCT WREN
FATIGUED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
ALCOHOL OR DRUGS. STAY ALERT AT ALL
TIMES.
NEVER DEFEAT THE SAFETY FEATURES OF
THIS PRODUCT.
EQUIP AREA OF OPERATION WlTI'I A RRE
EXTINGUISHER.
DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE WITH MISSING,
BROKEN, OR UNAUTHORIZED PARTS.
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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.
Code Certification: Products that bear one or more of the following marks:
UL, CUL, ETL, CETL, have been evaluated by OSHA certified independent
safety laboratories and meet the applicable Underwriters Laboratories
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 low
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
Porter-Cable air compressors should be operated on not more than a 50%
duty cycle. This means an air compressor that pumps air more than 50% of
one hour is considered misuse, because the air compressor is undersized for
the required air demand. Maximum compressor pumping time per hour is 30
minutes. SPECIFICATIONS
Model No. CPLDC2541S
Horsepower Peak 2.5
Bore 2.363"
Stroke .890"
Voltage-Single Phase 120
* * Minimum Branch Circuit Requirement 15 amps
Fuse Type Time Delay
Air Tank Capacity (Gallon) 4.3
Approximate Cut-in Pressure 120 PSIG
Approximate Cut-out Pressure 150 PSIG
SCFM @40 PSIG 5.4
SCFM @ 90 PSIG 4.0
* _ This air compressor can be operated on a 15 amp circuit
if:.
1. Voltage supply to circuitis normal.
2. Circuitis not used to supply anyother electricalneeds (lights,appliances, etc.)
3. Extension cords comply with specificationsin owners manual.
4. Circuit isequipped with 15 amp circuit breakeror 15 amp time daiay fuse,
If any ofthe above conditionscannot be met, or if operation of the aircompressor
repeatedly causes interruptionof the power it may be necessary to operate it from a
20 amp circuit. It is not nec_sary to change the cord set,
* * A cimuitbreaker ispreferred.Use only afuse or circuitbreaker that isthe same
rating as the branch circuiton whichthe air compressor isoperated. If the air
compressor is connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use dual element time
delay fuses.
D24064 8-ENG

ACCESSORIES
Accessories for this unit are available at the store the unit was purchased.
ASSEMBLY
To Add Oil To Pump
_=_f_q_ DO NOT A3"I'EMPT TO OPERATE THIS AIR
COMPRESSOR WITHOUT FIRST ADDING OIL TO THE
CRANKCASE. Serious damage can result from even limited operation
unless filled with oil and broken in correctly. Make sure to closely follow
initial start-up procedures.
_COMPRESSORS ARE SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL. A small
amount of oil may be present in the pump upon receipt
of the air compressor, This is due to plant testing and does not mean the
pump contains oil.
Multi-Viscosity motor oils, like lOW 30, should not be
used in an air compressor. They leave carbon deposits
on critical components, thus reducing performance and compressor life.
Use air compressor oil only.
NOTE: Use an air compressor oil such as SAE-30 (API CG/CD heavy duty
motor oil). Under extreme winter conditions use SAE-10 weight oil.
1. Place unit on a level surface.
Drain tank to release
air pressure before
removing the dipstick.
_Make sure air vent (B)
in dipstick is free from
debris. If air vent is blocked pressure
can build in crankcase causing damage
to air compressor and possible personal
injury.
2. Remove dipstick (A) and slowly fill
crankcase with oil. C
is 8 fluid ounces (236.6 ml). Oil level
should be at the + (full) mark on the
dipstick.
NOTE= If the oil is added too quickly, it will overflow and appear to be full.
3. Replace dipstick.
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INSTALLATION
HOW TO SET UP YOUR UNIT
Location of the Air Compressor
•Locate the air compressor in a clean, dry, and well ventilated area.
•The air compressor should be located at least 12" away from the wall or
other obstructions that will interfere with the flow of air.
•The air filter must be kept clear of obstructions which could reduce air flow
to the air compressor.
• The air compressor requires fresh air flow for proper cooling. DO NOT
ALLOW THE COMPRESSOR TO GET WET.
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 following illustrations),
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 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
Plug Grounded
Outlets
•.p,
iroun ang irl
completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the compressor is
properly grounded, have the installation checked by a qualified electrician.
_ _PRc_PER GROUNDING CAN RESULT IN ELECTRICAL
Do not modify the plug provided. If it does not fit the available outlet, a
correct outlet should be installed by a qualified electdcian,
Repairs to the cord set or plug MUST be made by a qualified electrician,
D24064 10-ENG