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OWNERS MANUAL FOR PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED AIR COMPRESSOR ( For Home Use Only ) MODEL NO . FA125 - 1 SPECIFICATION CHART Model No . FA125 - 1 Horsepower 1 SCFM @ 40 psig 3.7 SCFM @ 90 psig 2.7 Cut - In 100 PSI Cut - Out 125 PSI Bore 1 3 / 4 " Stroke 1 1 / 4 " Voltage - Single Phase 110 - 120 Minimum Branch Circuit Requirement 15 AMPS * Fuse Type Quick Acting Amperage at Max . Pressure 10 Tank Size 2.5 Gallon * A circuit breaker is preferred . Use only a fuse or circuit breaker that is the same rating as the branch circuit the air compressor is operated on , If the air compressor is connected to a circuit protected by fuses , use quick acting fuses . NOTE : IMPORTANT : WARRANTY " For identification of Repair Read and retain the Safety See Page 3 of this Manual Guidelines and All Inskuc - Parts , see Page 12 in this for Warranty Information . Manual . Uons Carefully Before Operating . DeViJbiss Air Power Company . 213 # ndus _ ial Drive - Jackson , TN 38307 - 96 ? 5 I MGP - FA125 - 1 11 / 15 / 93 I
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page ON - RECEIPT INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Location of Air Compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 WARRANTY ( SP - 100 - C ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Voltage and Circuit Protection . . . . . . . . . . 7 Grounding Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 SAFETY GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Additional Regulators and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 WARNING CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5 Break - In Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 GLOSSARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 OPERATING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 DUTY CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . 10 - 11 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 COMPRESSOR PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . 7 HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover INSTALLATION AND BREAK - IN PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 8 In the unlikely event you should have a problem with this product or if you are missing any parts , it is not necessary to return it to the store where you purchased it . Simply call our toll - free number and talk with our Service Representative . OUR OFFICE HOURS ARE FROM 8 : 00 a . m . to 4 : 30 p . m . ( CST ) MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY CALL TOLL - FREE 1 - 800 - 888 - 2468 , Ext . 2 2
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LIMITED WARRANTY ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE At / merchandise monuloctured by De Vilbiss Air Power Company is warranted to be / tee o / dejects in workmanshlp and material which occur during the / irst year / ram the dote of purchose by the original purchaser ( t ? litiol user ) Products covered under this warranty inc / ude : air compressors , ° air toots , accessories and service pods . De Vilbtss Air Power wilt repair or replace , at De Vilbiss " soption , products or components which have [ oi / ed within the warranty perio _ Repair or rep / ocement , andservice coils on 60 and 80 gallon ark compressors , wlYlbe handled by Authorized Warranty Service Centers and will be scheduled and serviced according to the normo / work [ tow at the service center / ocotion , and depending on the oval / ability o / replacement ports A ] / decisions o / DeVilbiss Air Power Company with regard to thts policy shol / be final This warranty gives you specific legal rights , and you may o / so hove other rights which vary [ ram stole to state . RESPONSIBILITYOF ORIGINAL PURCHASER ( Initial User ) : ] O Retainoriginal salesreceiptsas proof of purchasefor warrantywork . O Usereasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the product as described inthe Owners Manual ( s ) . Deliverorshiptheproduct to the nearest DeVilbiss Air Power Authorized Warranty ServiceCenter . Freight costs , if any , must be paid bythe purchaser . o Air compressorswith 60 and 80 gallon tanks only will be inspected at the site of installation . Contact the nearestAuthorized Warranty ServiceCenter , that provides on - site servicecalls , for servicecall arrangement . Q If the purchaser does not receive satisfactory resubsfrom theAuthonzed Warronty ServiceCenter , the purcha _ r should contad DeVilbissAir PowerCompany . THIS WARRANTYDOES NOT COVER . " ] r3 Merchanise s _ d _ s _ rec _ nditi _ ned _ _ oor m _ de _ sand / or disp _ aym _ de _ ss _ d " as is ' _ any damaged _ r incomplete equipment sold " as is " . 0 Merchandise used as " rental " equipment . Merchandise that has become inoperative becauseof ordinarywear , misuse , negligence , accident , im proper and / or unauthorized repair or alterations including failure to operate the product in accordance with the instructionsprovided in the Owners Manual ( s ) supplied with the product . o An air compressor that pumps air morethan 50 ° / 0during a one hour period is considered misuse because the air compressor is undersizedfor the required air demand . Maximum compressor pumping time perhour is 30 minutes . Q Merchandise sold by DeVilbissAir Powerwhich has been manufactured by and identifiedas the product of another company . The product manufacturer's warrantywill apply . Q Repairand h'ansportation costsof merchandise determined not to be defective . Cost associatedwith assembly , required oil , adjustmentsor other installation and start - up cost . Q ANY INCIDENTAL , INDIRECTOR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS , DAMAGE , OR E ) OENSETHATMAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT , FAILUREOR MALFUNCTION OF THEPRODUCT . Some states do not allowthe exclusionor limitation of incidental or consequential damages , so the above limitation or exclusionmay not apply to you . c _ IMPUEDWARRANTIES , INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABIUTYAND FITNESSFOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE , AREUMITED TO ONE YEARFROM THE DATEOF ORIGINAL PURCHASE . Some statesdo not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts , so the above limitations may not apply to you . " AirTools : O - Rings and drier MaNes are consiNered ordinary vceor paris , therefore , / hey are warronled [ or a period o [ 45 _ ys / ram the date of purchose . Form : SP - IO0 - C 213 Industti = l Ori _ • Jackson , TN 38301.9615 • Telephone : 1 _ 00 - 8 _ 8 - 2468 . Exl 2 " FAX 1.800.888.9036 6 / 4 / 93
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SAFETY GUIDELINES " Fhis 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 following symbols . Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections . URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - HAZARD THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS A HAZARD THAT MIGHTCAUSE INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE . SERIOUS INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE . NOTE Infon'nation for preventing damage to equip - Information that you should pay special ment . attention to . HAZARDS CAN OCCUR IF EQUIPMENT IS NOT USED PROPERLY . PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CHART . WHAT TO WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT LOOK FOR Hot Parts When operated continuously , the air hose gets Never touch the air compressor head during or hot , especially near the compressor . If you main - immediately after operation . tain contact by grasping you may suffer minor bums or discomfort . On tank mounted units , avoid prolonged contact On tank mounted units , the plumbing between the pump and tank gets hot . with the pump to tank plumbing . It is normal for the motor and pressure switch to Flammable The air compressor must only be used in well spark . A spark can ignite flammable vapors from ventilated areas , free of gasoline or solvent va - Vapors gasoline or solvents , causing afire or explosion . pors . Do not operate the compressor while you are carrying it , or in the spray area . Unsuitable The solvents 1,1,1 - Trichloroethane and Meth - Read the label or data sheet supplied with the Solvents ylene Chloride can chemically react with alumi - material you intend to spray . If it contains the solvents listed do not use accessories that con - num used n paint spray guns , pant pumps , etc . , I and cause an explosion . These solvents can tain aluminum or galvanized parts . You must also react with galva nized components and cause either change the material you intend to spray , or corrosion and weaken ng of parts . Thisdoes not use only stainless steel spray equipment . Jaffect your air compressor - but it may affect the i equipment being used .
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HOW TO PREVENT IT WHAT TO WHAT COULD HAPPEN LOOK FOR - - ! Compressed [ Compressed air can propel dust , did or loose Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward a Air padicles it comes in contact with . These pro - 3erson or any part of the body . pelled particles may cause serious injury or damage . Always wear safety goggles or glasses when using the air compressor • Always turn the air compressor off before attach - ing or removing accessories • Too much air pressure applied to air tools or Check the manufacturer's pressure rating for air accessories can cause damage or risk of burst - tools and accessories . Regulator outlet pressure must never exceed the maximum pressurerating ing . Always unplug the air compressor prior to main - Electricity Your air compressor is powered by electdcity . tenance or repair . Like any other electrically powered device , if it is Never use the air compressor in the rain . not used properly it may cause electrical shock . Always plug the cord into an electrical outlet with the specified voltage and adequate fuse protec - tion . This compressor cycles automatically when Never operate the compressor with the belt guard Moving Pads removed . the pressure switch is in the ON / OFF position . If you attempt repair or maintenance while the compressor is operating , or with the switch in Always unplug the unit and release air pressure from the tank and any accessories before doing the ON / AUTO position , you can expose your - self to moving parts . These moving parts can repair or maintenance . cause serious injury or damage if they come into contact with you or your clothing . Toxic Vapors It is normal for compressed air to contain toxic : Never directly inhale the compressed air pro - or irritating vapors . Such vapors are harmful duced by this unit . if inhaled . Read labels and safety data for all materials you Certain materials you are spraying ( like paint , weed killer , sand or insecticide ) can be harmful spray . Follow all safety precautions . if you inhale them . Read and follow the safety instructions provided on the label or safety data sheet for the material you are spraying . Use a respirator mask if there is a chance of inhaling anything you are spraying . Read all instructions . . , be sure that the respira - tor mask is suitable for your application . Air Tank Modifications to the air compressor in an at - Do not adjust , remove or tamper with the safety tempt to reach higher air pressure can cause valve or pressure switch . If safety valve or the air tank to rupture or explode . pressure switch replacement is necessary , a part with the same rating must be used . Never use a motor with a higher horsepower rating than the one supplied . Never replace the air tank with a different model or a larger tank . Changing the air tank will cause it to weaken . Never drill into , weld or in any way modify the air I tank . The tank may rupture or explode . 5
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GLOSSARY SCFM or CFM : Standard Cubic Feet per Minute ; a unit CUT - OUT PRESSURE : When you turn on your air of measurement of air delivery . compressor and it begins to run , air pressure in the air tank begins to build . It builds to a certain high pressure PSIG or PSI : Pounds per square inch gauge . before the motor automatically shuts off . The high pres - sure at which the motor shuts off is called " cut - out CUT - IN PRESSURE : While the motor is off , air tank pressure . " pressure drops as you continue to use your accessory . When the tank pressure drops to a certain tow level the motor will restart automatically . The low pressure at which the motor automatically re - starts is called " cut - in pressure . " DUTY CYCLE All DeVilbiss Air Power manufactured 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 . STORAGE you have _ using lt _ air compre _ . 1 . Set the " ON / OFF " switch to " OFF " and unplug the 3 . Protect the electrical cord and air hose from damage cord . by winding them loosely around the air compressor . 2 . Relieve all pressure from the air compressor head 4 . Store the air compressor in a clean and dry location . and air hose by setting the opening the regulator .
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DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION decrease pressure . To avoid minor readjustment after Air Compressor Pump : To compress air , the piston making a change in pressure setting , always approach moves up and down in the cylinder . On the downstroke , the desired pressure from a lower pressure . When air is drawn in through the air intake valves . The exhaust reducing from a higher to a lower setting , first reduce to valves remain closed . On the upstroke of the piston , air is compressed . The intake valves close and compressed some pressure less than that desired , then bring up to the air is forced out through the exhaust valves , through the desired pressure . Depending on the air requirements of each particular accessory , the outlet regulated air pres - outlet tubes , through the check valve and into the air tank . Working air is not available until the compressor has sure may have to be adjusted while operating the acces - raised the air tank pressure above that required at the air sory . outlet . OutJet Pressure Gauge : The outlet pressure gauge Check Valve : When the air compressor is operating , the indicatesthe air pressure available at the outlet side of the check valve is " open " , allowing compressed air to enter regulator . This pressure is controlled bythe regulator and the air tank . When the air compressor reaches " cut - out " is always less or equal to the tank pressure . See " Operating Procedures " . pressure , the check valve " closes " , allowing air pressure to remain inside the air tank . Tank Pressure Gauge : The tank pressure gauge Pressure Release Valve : This unit DOES NOT require indicates the reserve air pressure in the tank . a pressure release valve . Cooling System : This compressor contains an ad - Pressure Switch : The pressure switch automatically vanced design cooling system . At the heart of this cooling system is an engineered fan . It is perfectly normal for this starts the motor when the air tank pressure drops below fan to blow air through the vent holes in large amounts . the factory set " cut - in " pressure . It stops the motor when the air tank pressure reaches the factory set " cut - out " You know that the cooling system is working when air is being expelled . pressure . Motor Thermal Overload Protector : The electdc Air Intake Filter : The advance design of this unit requires no air filter . motor has an automatic thermal ovedoad protector . If the motor overheats for any reason , the thermal overload Drain Valve : The drain valve is located at the base of protector will shut off the motor . The motor must be the air tank and is used to drain condensation at the end allowed to cool before restarting . of each use . Regulator : The air pressure coming from the air tank is On / Auto - Off Switch : Turn this switch ON to provide controlled by the regulator . Turn the regulator knob clockwise to increase pressure and counter - clockwise to automatic power to the pressure switch and OFF to remove power at the end of each use . INSTALLATION AND BREAK - IN PROCEDURES Extension Cords Location of the Air Compressor Use extra air hose instead of an extension cord to Your compressor comes to you completely assembled avoid voltage drop and power loss to the motor . and ready for use . Operate the air compressor in a dry , clean , cool and well ventilated area . The air compressor If an extension cord must be used , be sure it is : pump and case are designed to allow for proper cooling . a 3 - wire extension cord that has a 3 - blade ground - Clean or blow off dust or dirt that collects on the air ing plug , and a 3 - slot receptacle that will accept compressor . A clean air compressor runs cooler and the plug on the compressor provides longer service . The ventilation openings on in good condition your air compressor are necessary to maintain proper no longer than 50 feet operating temperature . Do not place rags or other 14 gauge ( AWG ) or larger . ( VVire size increases containers on or near these openings . asgauge number decreases . ) 12 AWG , IOAWG and 8 AWG may also be used . DO NOT USE 16 Voltage and Circuit Protection OR 18 AWG . See front cover . 7
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PERFORMING REPAIRS MAY EXPOSE VOLTAGE SOURCES , MOVING PARTS OR COM - PRESSED AIR SOURCES . PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR . PRIOR TO A'n'EMPTING ANY REPAIRS , UNPLUG THE COMPRESSOR AND BLEED OFF TANK AIR PRESSURE . PROBLEM CAUSE i CORRECTION Pressure switch does not shut off motor Excessive tank pressure - safety Move the pressure switch lever to the " OFF " position when compressor reaches " cut - out " It the outfit doesn't shut off , and the electrical conta cts valve pops off pressure are welded together , replace the pressure switch . If the contacts are good , check to see if the pin in the bottom of the pressure release valve is stuck If it does not move freely , replace the valve Return the outfit to an authorized dealer to check and Pressure switch " cut - out * too high , adjust , or replace switch , Air leaks at fittings . Tube fittings are not tight enough . Tighten fittings where air can be heard escaping Check fittings with soapy water solution DO NOT OVER - TIGHTEN . Air leaks at or inside check Defective or dirty check valve . A defective check valve results in a constant air leak valve . at the pressure release valve where there is pressure in the tank and the compressor is shut off . Remove and clean or replace check valve . DO NOT OVER - TIGHTEN . Defective pressure switch release Air leaks at pressure switch Remove and replace the release valve . valve . release valve . Defective check valve . A defective check valve results in a constant air leak at the pressure release valve when there is pressure in the tank and the compressor is shut off . Remove and clean or replace check valve . DO NOT OVER - TIGHTEN . Air leaks in air tank or at air tank Defective air tank . Air tank must be replaced . Do not repair the leak . welds . DO NOT DRILL INTO , WELD OR OTHERWISE MODIFY AIR TANK OR IT WILL WEAKEN . THE TANK CAN RUPTURE OR EXPLODE . Air leaks between head and Leaking gasket . Torque head screwsto 8 ft . lbs . lfthis does not stop valve plate , leak , replace gasket . Pressure reading on the regu - Itis normalfor'some " pressure dropto If there is an excessive amount of pressure drop occur . lated pressure gauge drops when the accessory is used . adjust the regulator when an accessory is used . following the instructions on page 10 . NOTE Adjust the regulated pressure underflow conditions ( while accessory is being used ) . 10
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ( Continued ) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Air leak from safety valve Possible defect in safety valve Operate safety valve manually by pulling on ring If valve still leaks , it should be replaced . Defective check valve . Knocking Noise Remove and clean , or replace . Compressor is not supplying Prolonged excessive use of air . Decrease amount of air usage enough air to operate accesso - Compressor is not large enough for air ries . Check the accessory air requirement . If it is higher requirement , than the SCFM or pressure supplied by your air compressor , you need a larger compressor . Restricted air intake filter . Clean or replace air intake filter . Do not operate the air compressor in the paint spray area . Hole in hose . Check and replace if required . Check valve restricted . Remove and clean , or replace . Air leaks . Tighten fittings . ( See Air Leaks Section of Trou - bleshooting Guide . ) Motor will not run Let motor cool off and overload switch will automati - Motor overload protection switch has cally reset . tripped , Motor will start automatically when tank pressure Tank pressure exceeds pressure switch " cut - in " pressure . drops below " cut - in " pressure of pressure switch . Wrong gauge wire or length of exten - Check for proper gauge wire and cord length . sion cord . Check valve stuck open Remove and clean , or replace . Loose electrical connections Check wiring connection inside pressure switch and terminal box area . Possible defective capacitor . Return to an Authorized Warranty Service Center for inspection or replacement , if necessary . Paint spray on internal motor parts Have checked at an Authorized Warranty Service Center . Do not operate the compressor in the paint spray area . See flammable vapor warning . Possible defective motor . Have checked at an Authorized Warranty Service Center . Fuse blown , circuit breaker tripped . 1 . Check fuse box for blown fuse and replace , if necessary . Reset circuit breaker . Do not use a fuse or circuit breaker with higher rating than that specified for your particular branch circuit , 2 . Check for proper fuse ; only " Fusetron " type T fuses are acceptable . 3 . Check for low voltage conditions and / or proper extension cord . 4 . Disconnect the other electrical appliances from circuit or operate the compressor in its own branch circuit . Pressure release valve on pressure Bleed the line by pushing the lever on the pressure switch has not unloaded head pres - switch to the " off " position ; if the valve does not open , sure . replace it . Regulator knob continuous air Dirty or damaged regulator internal Clean or replace regulator , or internal parts leak Regulator will not shut off ) arts . at air outlet 11
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PARTS LIST OUTLET PRESSURE GAUGE PRESSURE TANK PRESSURE GAUGE COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY SWITCH _ j SAFETY VALVE CHECK VALVE _ ( Not Shown ) REGULATOR AIR TANK AIR HOSE ( Not Shown ) DRAIN VALVE _ / _ AIR CHUCK PARTS AVAILABLE FOR THIS UNIT DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER AIR CHUCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SSH - 8 REGULATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CAC - 4296 - 1 TANK PRESSURE GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C - GA - 345 OUTLET PRESSURE GUAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C - GA - 345 SAFETY VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TIA - 4150 DRAIN VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SS - 2707 CHECK VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CAC - 1275 REPLACEMENT PRESSURE SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DAC - 4105 ( 100 to 125 PSI ) 2
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SERVICE NOTES
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PERMANENTLY Attach Sales Receipt here . LUBRICATED Retain Original Sales AIR C ( ) MPRESSOR Receipt as Proof of Purchase for Warranty Repair Work . MODEL NO . FA125 - 1 An " Authorized Warranty Service Center Directory " is included with your unit . When ordering repair parts from your local Authorized Service Center , always give the following information : • Model number of your compressor • Port number and description of the item you wish to purchase . If you have any questions or need the Ioadion of the nearest Authorized Service Center call our Cuslomer Service Holline ( Toll - Free ) 1 - 800 - 888 - 2468 , Ext . 2 , Monday thru Friday 8 a . m . to 4 : 30 p . m . ( CST ) and talk with our Trained Customer Service Representatives . The ManufacturesNumber Themodel numbercanbe found Thecodenumberwhichcanbe onIhe maintenancelabel onthe Ioundonthe loll label onthe rear ( ASMEcodecompressoronly ) air tank . of the air tank . is locatedonthemetaldata platewhichis weldedonto the backsideofthe air tank Model Code MFG No . No . No . DeVilbiss Ai _ Power Company . 213 Industrial Drive • Jackson , TN 38301 - 9615