Motor Requirements; Dual Control - DeWalt D55180T Instruction Manual

5134371,DW55170,ElecComp 2/10/03
UL/CSA listed plug suitable for 230 volts and the
rated current of the compressor as shown. A 230
volt plug as shown in the diagram can be
purchased at your local hardware or electrical
supply store. Follow the cord plug manufacturer
installation procedures, contact your local D
Service Center, qualified electrician or call 1 - 8 0 0 -
4 - D WA LT for proper procedures to install the plug.
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The compressor must comply with all local and national electrical
codes after the 230 volt plug is installed.
The compressor with the 230 volt plug should only be connected to
an outlet having the same configuration as the plug illustrated.

MOTOR REQUIREMENTS

UNITS WITHOUT A DUAL VOLTAGE SWITCH
WA R N I N G : Make sure motor is disconnected from the power
source before rewiring motor leads.
The motor supplied with your compressor is a dual voltage, 115 / 230
volt motor. If it is desired to operate your compressor at 230 volts,
single phase, it is necessary to reconnect the motor leads in the motor
junction box by following the instructions given on the motor
nameplate. If unsure on how to reconnect the motor leads contact
your local D WA LT Service Center or qualified electrician for proper
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procedures to install the plug.
WA R N I N G : Make sure that the 230 volt cord plug end is properly
connected before operating in 230 volt mode.
UNITS WITH A DUAL VOLTAGE SWITCH
WA R N I N G : Make sure that the 230 volt cord plug end is properly
connected before operating in 230 volt mode.
The motor supplied with your compressor is a dual voltage, 11 5 / 2 3 0
volt motor. If it is desired to operate your compressor at 230 volts,
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single phase, simply move the 115/230 volt switch to the 230 volt
p o s i t i o n .

DUAL CONTROL

(D55390, D55395, D55570, D55575, D55580, D55585)
N O T E : Unit must remain running while performing the following
a d j u s t m e n t s
WARNING : A f t e r c o o l e r, pump head, and surrounding parts are
very hot; do not touch. (see the Hot Surfaces identified on page 2)
WARNING - Moving Parts: Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught in moving parts. Air vents may cover moving parts
and should be avoided as well.
Stop Start Mode
1. Turn compressor on. If the tank has been fully charged,
bleed air from the drain valves until pump starts.
2. Turn knob on top of pilot valve (H) clockwise until fully
c l o s e d .
WARNING : Over tightening of this knob can cause
damage to the pilot valve.
3 . Allow compressor to reach cut out pressure. If
compressor does not stop, drain the tank(s) until compressor
begins to charge the tank(s) and readjust pilot valve knob.
Constant Run Mode
1 . Turn compressor on. If the tank has been fully charged, bleed air
from the drain valves until pump starts.
2 . Turn knob on top of pilot valve (H) fully counter-clockwise until fully
o p e n .
WARNING : Over loosening of this knob can cause damage to the
pilot valve.
3 . Verify that the unit is in a constant run mode. If compressor shuts
o ff, adjust pilot valve to a lower cut out pressure until unit continues
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