Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Installation
(Continued)
PIPInG
Never use plastic
(PVC) pipe for
compressed air. Serious injury or death
could result.
Any tube, pipe, or hose used must have
a pressure rating higher then 150 psi .
Minimum recommended pipe size:
- up to 50 feet long use 1/2 inch
- greater than 50 feet long use 3/4 inch
Larger diameter pipe is always better .
electrical Installation
All
wiring
and electrical connections
must be performed by
a qualified electrician
familiar with industrial motor controls.
Installations must be in accordance with
local and national codes.
Disconnect, tag and lock out
power source, then release
all pressure from the system
before attempting to install, service,
relocate or perform any maintenance.
Overheating, short
circuiting and fire
damage will result from inadequate
wiring.
GROUnDInG
This product must be grounded . If the
unit comes with a factory installed
cord, plug the cord into a properly
sized, grounded outlet . For units that
do not have a factory installed cord,
install permanent wiring from the
electrical source to the pressure switch
with a ground conductor connected to
the grounding screw on the pressure
switch . A properly sized cord with a
ground conductor and plug may also be
installed by the user .
Improperly grounded motors
are shock hazards. Make sure
all the equipment is properly
grounded.
Minimum wire sizes
(must meet all codes)
Up to 75 feet long
Greater than 75 feet
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WIRInG
Local electrical wiring codes differ from
area to area . Source wiring, plug and
protector must be rated for at least
the amperage and voltage indicated
on the motor nameplate, and meet
all electrical codes for this minimum .
Use a slow blow fuse type T or a circuit
breaker .
Line
L1
240V
L2
Ground
Figure 2
improper electrical voltage or
connection will void the warranty.
You will need the following for proper
installation:
1 . A 240 Volt double pole circuit
breaker .
Figure 3
2 . A voltage meter .
Figure 4
12AWG
Confirm proper voltage - must be
performed by a qualified electrician .
10AWG
Motor
M
Pressure
Switch
Damage to the
motor from
4
230 / 240
Volts
Figure 5
120 Volts
Figure 6
Assembly
ADDITIOnAl hARDWARe neeDeD
Purchase hose, regulator and shutoff
valve that has a minimum rating of
175 psi and exceeds the maximum
working pressure of the compressor .
FIlTeR InSTAllATIOn
Install intake filters on pump . Filter
styles may vary . See Figure 7 .
Figure 7
Line
Line
Ground
Line
Line
Ground