Porter-Cable C7550 instruction manual Air Distribution System, AIR Flow

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Air Distribution System

Risk of Bursting. Plastic or PVC pipe

is not designed for use with compressed air. Regardless of its indicated pressure rating, plastic pipe can burst from air pressure. Use only metal pipe for air distribution lines.

The next figure represents a typical air distribution system. The following are tips to remember when setting up the air compressor’s air distribution system.

Use pipe that is the same size as the air tank outlet. Piping that is too small will restrict the flow of air.

If piping is over 100 feet long, use the next larger size.

Bury underground lines below the frost line and avoid pockets where condensation can gather and freeze. Apply pressure before underground lines are covered to make sure all pipe joints are free of leaks.

A flexible coupling is recommended to be installed between the air discharge outlet and main air distribution line to allow for vibration.

A separate regulator is recommended to control the air pressure. Air pressure from the tank is usually to high for individual air driven tools.

AIR FLOW

FEEDER LINES SLOPE

 

WITH AIR FLOW

AIR FLOW

 

MAIN DISTRIBUTION AIR LINES Slope pipe in direction of air flow. Water condensate flows along bottom of pipe to drain legs, preventing it from entering feeder lines.

REGULATOR

LUBRICATOR

DRAIN

TRAP

MOISTURE

SEPARATOR

AND TRAP

AIR USAGE

LINES

DIRT

LEG

FILTER

FLEXIBLE

COUPLING

DRAIN

LEGS

DRAIN

TRAPS

REGULATOR

LUBRICATOR

AIR DISCHARGE

DIRTVALVE

LEG

AIR

COMPRESSOR

TYPICAL COMPRESSED

AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

DRAIN COCK

VALVE

D27042

12-ENG

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Contents Oil Lube Two Stage Air Compressor Safety Guidelines Definitions Important Safety InstructionsHazard Attachments & Accessories Electricity. Like any other electrically Result in serious burns Fire, Inhalation, Damage to Vehicle Surfaces Specifications AccessoriesGlossary Duty CycleAssembly Contents of CartonTools Required for Assembly UnpackingInstallation Location of the Air CompressorAnchoring of the Air Compressor Wiring Instructions Voltage and Circuit ProtectionAir Distribution System AIR FlowOperation Know Your Air CompressorDescription of Operation How to Use Your Unit Before StartingHow to Start Before Each Start-UpMaintenance To Check Safety ValveCustomer Responsibilities To Drain Tank OilChecking ChangingAir Filter Inspection and Replacement Belt ReplacementAdjusting Belt Tension Motor Pulley/Flywheel Alignment Air Compressor Pump Intake and Exhaust ValvesInspect Air Lines Fittings for Leaks Air compressor Head Bolts TorquingService and Adjustments To Replace or Clean Check ValveAdditional Service Storage Troubleshooting Problem Cause CorrectionPressure reading D27042 24-ENG 25-ENG D27042 Limited Warranty