Harbor Freight Tools 97080 Owner's Manual
3 GALLON OILLESS
AIR COMPRESSOR
Model
97080
SEt uP ANd OPERAtING INStRuCtIONS
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of
Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for
assembly and service may not be included.
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Manual Revised 10e
SPECIFICAtIONS
Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 60 Hz / 2.6 A
Power Cord Type 18 AWG x 3 C / 6 ft. long
Power Plug Type 3 Prong Grounded
Pressure Switch Type ON/OFF (Pull/Push) Rocker Switch
Air Inlet 1/4” - 18 NPT Female Thread
Fuse 3A
Compressor Style Oilless
Pump Style Single Cylinder
Maximum Air Pressure 100 PSI
Air Flow Capacity 1.0 SCFM @ 40 PSI
0.6 SCFM @ 90 PSI
Air Tank Capacity 3 Gallons
Accessories Thread Seal Tape / Quick Coupler
218549
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You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly
diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the
front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
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GENERAL SAFEtY RuLES ANd PRECAutIONS
WARNING!
REAd ANd uNdERStANd ALL INStRuCtIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, re, and/or serious injury.
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WORK AREA
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite 1.
accidents.
Do not operate air compressors in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence 2.
of ammable liquids, gases, or dust. Air Compressors create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating an air tool. Distractions
can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from debris such as
chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed. Children should not be
allowed in the work area.
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PERSONAL SAFEtY
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating an 1.
air tool. Do not use an air tool while tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating air tools may result in serious
personal injury.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Power Switch (45) is in its “STOP” position, all
pressure is safely released, and the unit is unplugged before moving the Compressor
and before performing any service, maintenance, or cleaning procedures on the
unit.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the Compressor on. A wrench
or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in personal
injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing 5.
and balance enables better control of the air tool in unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI-approved safety impact 6.
glasses, dust mask/respirator and hearing protection during use.
tOOL uSE ANd CARE
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will 1.
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Do not use the Compressor if the Compressor’s Power Switch (45) does not turn it 2.
on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with its Pressure Switch is dangerous
and must not be used until repaired.
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are 3.
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Properly maintained tools are less likely to bind and are 4.
easier to control. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use”
until repaired.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other 5.
condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced
before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. 6.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used
on another tool.
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SERVICE
Tool service must be performed only by qualied repair personnel. Service or 1.
maintenance performed by unqualied personnel could result in a risk of injury.
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When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions
in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this manual. Use of
unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk
of electric shock or injury.
SPECIFIC SAFEtY RuLES ANd PRECAutIONS
CAutION! 1. Your Warranty is voided if: You drop the Air Compressor. Always lift
the Air Compressor using its Handle.
Do not expose to a high-dust environment. Dusty conditions may increase wear on
the Compressor.
dANGER!3. This Air Compressor is NOT equipped and should not be used “as-is”
to supply breathing air. For any application of air for human consumption, you
must t the Air Compressor with suitable in-line safety and alarm equipment (not
included). This additional equipment is necessary to properly lter and purify the air
to meet minimal specications for Grade D breathing as described in Compressed
Gas Association Commodity Specication G 7.1-1966, OSHA 29 CFR 1910. 134,
and/or Canadian Standards Associations (CSA). In the event the Air Compressor
is used for the purpose of breathing air application and proper in-line safety and
alarm equipment is not simultaneously used, existing warranties are void, and
Harbor Freight Tools disclaims any liability whatsoever for any loss, personal injury,
or damage.
dANGER! 4. Never attempt to repair or modify the Air Tank (53). Welding, drilling,
or any other modication will weaken the Tank resulting in damage from rupture or
explosion. Always replace worn, cracked, or damaged Tanks.
Maintain labels and nameplates on the Air Compressor. These carry important 5.
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
WARNING! 6. Never use plastic (PVC) pipe for compressed air; serious injury or death
could result. Any tube, pipe, or hose used must have a pressure rating higher than
150 PSI. Minimum recommended pipe size: Up to 50 feet long use 1/2” diameter.
Greater than 50 feet use 3/4” diameter. Larger diameter pipe is always better.
Make sure all tools and equipment used with the Air Compressor are rated to the 7.
appropriate capacity. Do not use any tool or equipment that does not operate from
85 PSI to 100 PSI.
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8.
Drain the Air Compressor every day. Do not allow excessive moisture to build up
inside the Air Compressor’s Tank. Do not open the Drain Valve (54) with more than
10 PSI of air pressure in the Tank. Do not unscrew the Drain Valve so that more
than four threads are showing.
Do not alter or remove the Safety Valve (25).9.
Make sure the Air Compressor is located on a at, level, sturdy surface capable 10.
of supporting the weight of the Compressor, operator(s), and any additional tools
and equipment.
Do not move or transport the Compressor if the Air Tank (53) is under pressure.11.
Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.12.
Never stand on the Air Compressor. Serious injury could result if the Compressor 13.
is tipped.
Never leave the Air Compressor unattended when it is plugged in and running. Turn 14.
off the Compressor, and unplug the unit before leaving.
Do not allow children and other unauthorized people to handle or play with the Air 15.
Compressor.
Do not modify the factory set pressure shutoff or startup switches. This tool will do 16.
the work better and safer at the speed and capacity for which it was designed.
Avoid body contact with oils and lubricants used in the Compressor. If swallowed, 17.
seek medical treatment immediately. For skin contact, immediately wash with soap
and water. For eye contact, immediately ush eyes with clean water.
WARNING:18. The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive harm).
(California Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.)
People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic 19.
elds in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference
or pacemaker failure.
WARNING!20. The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover
all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator.
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