Task Force LFI23DVA Owner’s Manual

TASK FORCE ° Item # 77813

OIL-FREEPortable Air Compressor

1.5 peak HP -- 3 gallons
125 max psi

3.4 scfm @ 40 psi -- 2.2 scfm @ 90 psi
120 VAC -- 15 amp minimum circuit

Includes: 25 ft nylon coil hose and 17 pc accessory kit

OWNER'S MANUAL

and Parts List

WARNING!

,_ Read and understand all safety precautions and operating instructions before using

5/8/03 Task Force® is a registered trademark of LF, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Part No. E100185

Portable Air Compressor.

For customer service, contact:Midwest Air Technologies, Inc., 625 Barclay Boulevard, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, 1-800-628-8815 ext. 5000

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

Safety Definitions .............................................. 3

Glossary ..................................................... 3

Duty Cycle ................................................... 3

Description of Operation ......................................... 3

Important Safety Instructions & Guidelines ........................... 4

Installation ................................................... 5

Operating Procedures ........................................... 6

Maintenance .................................................. 7

Routine Maintenance Schedule .................................... 7

Storage ..................................................... 7

Exploded Parts List ............................................. 8

Parts List .................................................... 9

Troubleshooting Guide ........................................... 10

Limited Warranty ............................................... 11

Safety Definitions

The information listed below should be read and compressor. We utilize the symbols below to allow
understood by the operator. This information is given to the reader to recognize important information about their

_rotect the user while operating and storing the air safety.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Glossary

CFM: Cubic feet per minute.
SCFM: Standard cubic feet per minute; a unit of measure

for air delivery.

PSlG: Pounds per square inch gauge; a unit of measure

for pressure.
ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
California Code: Unit may comply with California Code

462 (I) (2)/(M) (2).

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

When used without the safety alert symbol indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in property damage.

Cut-In Pressure: The air compressor will automatically

start to refill the tank when the pressure drops
below the prescribed minimum.

Cut-Out Pressure: The point at which the motor stops

when the tank has reached maximum air pressure.

Code Certification: Products that bear one or more of

the following marks: UL, CUL, ETL, CETL, have
been evaluated by OSHA certified independent
safety laboratories and meet the applicable
Underwriters Laboratories Standards for Safety.

Duty Cycle

This air compressor pump should not run more than check for restrictions in the air line, use a larger diameter
30 minutes of one hour. If the pump runs more than the hose, or purchase an air compressor that better matches
50% of the duty cycle then the air requirement is greater your air requirements.
than that which is supplied by the unit. You may need to

Description of Operation

Drain Valve: Used to drain condensation from the air tank.
Located at bottom of tank.

Motor Thermal Overload: The motor has an automatic
thermal overload protector. If the motor overheats, this

protector wilt shut off the motor. The motor must be allowed
30 minutes to cool before restarting or press the reset

button on the motor if applicable (not shown).
Pressure Switch: This controls the power to the motor and

also the cut-in/cut-out pressure settings. This switch serves
as the Auto-On/Off positions for the unit.

Air Intake Filter: Provides clean air to the pump and must
always be kept free of debris. Check on a daily basis or
before each use. Picture shown in assembly section.

Air Compressor Pump: Oil free direct driven pump that
compresses air which is distributed to the tank (not shown).

Check Valve: When the pump is not in operation the valve
closes to retain air pressure inside the tank. An internal

component.

Description of Operation-Cont.

Pressure Relief Valve: The pressure relief valve, located
on the side of the pressure switch, is designed to
automatically release compressed air when the air
compressor reaches cut-out pressure. The released air
should only escape momentarily and the valve should then

close.
Tank Safety Valve: Used to allow excess tank pressure to

escape into the atmosphere. This valve should only open
when the tank pressure is above the maximum rated
pressure.

Important Safety Instructions and Guidelines

• Save all instructions •

Improper operation or maintenance of the warnings and safety instructions provided before using
this product could result in serious this equipment.

injury and/or property damage. Read and understand all of

The air compressor should be operated on a dedicated 15 amp circuit. If the circuit does
not have 15 free amps available, a larger circuit must be used. Always use more air
hose before utilizing extension cords. All extension cords used must be 12 gauge with
a maximum length of 25 ft. The circuit fuse type must be a time delay. Low voltage could
cause damage to the motor.

Outlet Pressure Gauge: Indicates the outgoing air
pressure to the tool and is controlled by the regulator.

Tank Pressure Gauge: Indicates the reserve air pressure
in the tank.

Regulator: The air pressure coming from the air tank is
controlled by the regulator. To increase the pressure turn
the knob clockwise and to decrease the pressure turn the

knob counterclockwise.

Risk of Moving Parts

Risk of Burns

Risk of Falling

Risk from

Flying Objects

If the air compressor is in operation, all guards and covers should be attached or
installed correctly. If any guard or cover has been damaged, do not operate the

equipment until the proper personnel has correctly repaired the equipment. The power
cord should be free of any moving parts, twisting and/or crimping while in use and while

in storage.

There are surfaces on your air compressor that while in operation and thereafter can
cause serious burns if touched. The equipment should be allowed time to cool before

any maintenance is attempted. Items such as the compressor pump and the outlet tube
are normally hot during and after operation.

Operation of the air compressor should always be in a position that is stable. Never use
the air compressor on a rooftop or elevated position that could allow the unit to fall or
be tipped over. Use additional air hose for elevated jobs.

Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses with side shields when the air
compressor is in use. Turn off the air compressor and drain the air tank before
performing any type of maintenance or disassembly of the hoses or fittings. Never point
any nozzle or sprayer toward any part of the body or at other people or animals.

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