Getting To Know Your Compressor - CHAMPBELL HAUSFELD DC010500 Instructions D'utilisation Et Manuel De Pièces

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMPRESSOR

Regulator
Outlet gauge
Tank gauge
On/Off
Outlet
Air filter
Drain valve
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PSI (Pounds per Square Inch) - Measurement of the pressure exerted by the force of the air. The actual
PSI output is measured by a pressure gauge on the compressor.
SCFM (Standard Cubic Feet per Minute) - Sometimes called CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute). Measurement
of air volume delivered by the compressor.
Air Delivery - A combination of PSI and SCFM. The air delivery required by a tool is stated as (number)
SCFM at (number) PSI. The combination of these figures determines what size unit is needed.
Air Tank Capacity - The volume of air stored in the tank and available for immediate use. A large tank
allows the intermittent use of an air tool with an air requirement higher than the compressor's rated
delivery.
Amps or Amperage - A measure of the electrical force minus the resistance on an electrical line. This air
compressor requires 15 amps for operation. Be sure the compressor will operate on an electrical line with
the proper amps. If other appliances operate on the same line, they will reduce the available amps. If the
amperage is not adequate, the result will be blown fuses or tripped circuits.
Volts or Voltage - A measurement of the force of an electrical current.
Cut-in / Cut-off Pressure - Specific PSI at which a compressor starts and stops while refilling the air tank.
Regulator - The regulator controls the amount of air pressure at the hose outlet. Turning regulator knob
clockwise (to the right) will increase air pressure at the outlet. Turning knob counterclockwise (to the
left) will lower air pressure to the outlet. Turning knob fully counterclockwise will shut off flow of air
completely.
Handle - Designed to move the compressor.
ASME Safety Valve - This valve automatically releases air if the tank pressure exceeds the preset
maximum.
Exhaust Tube - This tube carries compressed air from the pump to the check valve. This tube becomes very
hot during use. To avoid the risk of severe burns, never touch the exhaust tube.
Check Valve - One-way valve that allows air to enter the tank, but prevents air in the tank from flowing
back into the compressor pump.
Air Outlet - A quick connect coupler designed to work in combination with a quick connect plug to quickly
and easily join the compressor to an air hose.
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