I'm trying to install a new belt on a Model C2001 compressor. I'm having trouble removing the screw that connects the connecting rod to the large fly-wheel. I'm wondering if it is reverse threaded. Maybe it has lock-tite on it, but I don't want to keep tightening it if it is reversed. Thanks
Well, I'm answering my own question. The screw is NOT reverse threaded. Just very, very tight. Place fly-wheel in vise and use a bigger wrench. Then pray.
shut off Question by kevin
My compressor builds air p.s.i. but wont shut off. What do I need?
If the compressor builds to normal shut off pressure but then will not turn off then you will need to replace the pressure switch. The pressure switch is preset to turn off the motor at a specific pressure. The pressure switch is part #A10375 and is available from http://www.ereplacementparts.com.
I assume that your compressor runs but will not build enough pressure to signal the pressure switch to shut off. For example it builds to maybe 60lbs but won't build any higher. If this is the case your piston and cylinder have worn out. There is a kit available to make the repair. It is part # KK-4964 and is available from http://www.ereplacementparts.com.
I hope this helps with your repair!
-Mark
Accessory for porter cable pancake compressor Question by Ed
I am looking for an accessory for my porter-cable pancake compressor. I need to blow out my under ground sprinkler system before the first freeze. I need the requisite accessory to go with my air hose 300(PSI) with ferrules - both ends 1/4 male and female quick couplers. I would appreciate any help.
We do not offer any accessories that would help you attach your compressor to your sprinkler system.
I am concerned that your compressor will not be big enough to blow out your sprinklers without damaging the compressor. All air compressors have what is called a Duty Cycle Rating. Sometimes the manufacture publishes the rating sometimes not. What the duty cycle rating tells us is the amount of time the compressor may be running during a given job. For example, if you have a compressor with a Duty Cycle Rating of 50% and your job is going to take you one hour, the compressor can not run for more that 30 minutes of that hour. This does not mean that you can allow the motor to run for 30 continuous minutes during that hour. The 30 minutes of running must be spread out evenly during the 60 minutes that the job takes to complete. A small, oil less compressor like yours probably has a Duty Cycle Rating of about 35% to 45%. A compressor that is lubricated by oil will usually have a higher Duty Cycle Rating. Large industrial compressors, usually with 80 gallon or bigger tanks will quite often have continuous Duty Cycle Ratings. Knowing a bit about Duty Cycle Ratings can help you to select the proper size and quality compressor for the type of work you want to do.
Your compressor will run continuously while it is attached to your sprinklers. If the compressor survives the task it will certainly reduce the life of your compressor. An oil lubricated compressor with at least a 25 gallon tank would probably do the job if your where very careful with it and allowed the compressor to cool periodically. Landscape contractors use rotary compressors capable of running continuously without risk of damage. You might even want to contact a landscaper in your area. The labor to blow out your sprinkler system would certainly be less than the price of a new compressor.
I hope this helps!
-Mark
Response #2 Posted By Jim the lawnguy
I made an adapter that screws into a threaded inlet I installed inside the house. It threaded into the water line and had a male quick connect coupler that the air hose snaps onto. (I also made one that can screw onto an outside faucet and has a male air hose coupler) I generally rent a larger compressor to ensure that the water is blown out completely. (The air leaking out of the first head is going to reduce the amount of air for the rest of the run.....) good luck!! Jim
air pressure Question by ed parish
My compressor has been great but it just stopped building up pressure. It gets up to 50lbs and keeps running and won't go up any higher..
The cylinder and piston have worn out on your compressor. They are available in a rebuild kit. The kit is part #KK-4964 and is available from http://www.ereplacementparts.com.
Good luck with your repair!
-Mark
Electrical Question by Travis
Like many of the other people my tube seal broke apart for the second time, I went to Lowe's and found a 6in square of rubber that I am attempting to use in place. Just creating my own tube seal. When I was putting everything back together, I forgot what wire goes where, yellow here or black there, someone try to explain it to me so I don't blow myself up.
I have the same problem. I suspect it is the check valve, part #8 on diagram page A.
Not pressurizing Question by Matt
My C2001-WK PC compressor is supposed to shut off at 150 psi, but it never gets there. It takes about 5 minutes to get to 130 psi, blowing hot air our of the back of the housing the whole time. I partially opened the clamshell cover, and did not see any loose hoses, and it holds air in the tank without leaking. Any suggestions?
Try looking at the Tube seal part # 104 mine has blown 2 times. They don't seem to take the heat of the pump running for long periods and deteriorate then blow out causing an air leak as you describe. In fact I am ordering 1 right now because mine blew again.
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