OPERATOR’S MANUAL 20 GALLON OIL FREE PORTABLE AIR COMPRESSOR H1820FH CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-866-242-4298 Your air compressor has been engineered and manufactured to FINI’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Thank you for buying a FINI product. H1820FH OM - Ver.
STOP IMPORTANT STOP DO NOT RETURN TO STORE This unit was fully tested and inspected prior to shipment and will operate properly when instructions are followed. Refer to your owner’s manual for basic troubleshooting. To avoid unnecessary return to the store, simply call Compressor Support toll free for additional assistance. Compressor Support: date for reference. 1-866-242-4298 NOTICE Air Compressor will automatically shut off when maximum PSI is reached.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Additional safety protection will be required in some environments. For example, the working area may include exposure to a noise level which can lead to hearing damage. The employer and user must ensure that any necessary hearing protection is provided and used by the operator and others in the work area. Some environments will require the use of head protection equipment. When required, the employer and user must ensure that head protection marked to comply with ANSI Z89.1 is used.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Never point any tool toward yourself or others. Keep the exterior of the air compressor dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents to clean the unit. Following this rule will reduce the risk of deterioration of the enclosure plastic.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Know your power tool. Read the operator’s manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury. Drain the tank of moisture after each day’s use. If the unit will not be used for a while, it is best to leave the drain valve open until such time as it is to be used.
Do not adjust regulator to result in output pressure greater than marked maximum pressure of attachment. Do not use at pressure greater than the rated maximum pressure of this compressor. Risk to hearing Always wear ear protection when using this tool. Failure to do so may result in hearing loss.
SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you contact Customer Service at 1-866-242-4298.
SPEED AND WIRING The no-load speed of the electric motor varies by model and specification. The motor speed is not constant and decreases under a load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a shop is as important as the motor’s horsepower rating. A line intended only for lights cannot properly carry a power tool motor. Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance will be too light for a greater distance. A line that can support one power tool may not be able to support two or three tools.
SCFM (Standard Cubic Feet Per Minute) A unit of measure of air delivery. L/min (Liter Per Minute) A unit of measure of air delivery. Tank Pressure Gauge Indicates the pressure in the air tank. Thermal Overload Switch Automatically shuts off the compressor if the temperature of the electric motor exceeds a predetermined limit. Duty Cycle Duty Cycle refers to a percentage of time which the air compressor can run continuously while performing a task before needing to rest or cool down.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Running Horsepower ................................................ 1.8 HP Air Tank Capacity...................................................... 20 gal. Air Pressure ....................................................155 PSI max. Air Delivery ......................................... 4.3 SCFM @ 90 PSI ............................................................ 6.1 SCFM @ 40 PSI Lubrication .............................................................. Oil-Free Gauges ..
FEATURES KNOW YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR AIR COMPRESSOR PUMP See Figure 2. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. To compress air, the piston moves up and down in the cylinder. On the down stroke, air is drawn in through the air intake valve while the exhaust valve remains closed.
ASSEMBLY NUT M10 ASSEMBLING THE RUBBER FEET AND WHEELS See Figure 3. NUT M8 Mount the rubber feet as shown in figure 3. Tighten firmly with an open-end wrench (not included) to secure it in position. Rubber foot packing list: – Screw M8 (2) – Washer (2) – Rubber Foot (2) – Nut M8 (2) SCREW M10 WHEEL RUBBER FOOT WASHER SCREW M8 Mount the wheels as shown in figure 3. Tighten firmly with an open-end wrench (not included) to secure the wheels in position.
ASSEMBLY AIR OUTLET FITTING ATTACHING HOSE AND QUICK COUPLER See Figure 4 - 5. Make sure the air compressor is off and unplugged. Rotate pressure regulator knob fully counterclockwise. Apply one layer of thread sealing tape to the threaded end of the male coupler and insert into the air outlet port on the compressor (Fig. 4). NOTE: Be careful not to allow threads to become cross-threaded. At this point insert the hose into the quick coupler already installed on the compressor (Fig. 5). MALE COUPLER Fig.
OPERATION APPLICATIONS WARNING: Air compressors are utilized in a variety of air system applications. Match hoses, connectors, air tools, and accessories to the capabilities of the air compressor. Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. You may use this tool for purposes listed below: Operating air powered tools requiring less than 4.3 SCFM @ 90 PSI or 6.1 SCFM @ 40 PSI.
OPERATION Fig. 10 DRAINING THE TANK See Figure 10. To help prevent tank corrosion and keep liquid and vapor condensate out of the air supply, drain the compressor tank at the end of each day’s use. To drain the tank: Verify that the compressor is turned off. Holding the compressor by its handle, tilt it in the direction of the drain valve so that the valve is set in a lower position. Open the drain valve by rotating it ¼ turn counterclockwise (fig. 10).
MAINTENANCE Inspect the tank yearly for rust, pin holes, or other imperfections that could cause it to become unsafe. WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The compressor does not run. Possible Cause Loss of power or overheating. There is no electrical power being supplied to compressor or, the power switch is in the OFF position. A fuse has blown at the power supply. A breaker has tripped at the power supply. Thermal overload open. The pressure switch is bad. Tank is full of air. The motor hums, but does not run or runs slowly. The fuses blow or the circuit breaker trips repeatedly. The voltage from the power supply is low.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST The model number will be found on a plate attached to air tank. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your PORTABLE AIR COMPRESSOR or when ordering replacement parts. KEY NO.
WARRANTY FINI AIR COMPRESSOR LIMITED TWO-YEARS WARRANTY This product is manufactured by Nu Air Shanghai factory, Ltd, based in Shanghai, China or its North American Operations, FINI USA Corp., Rock Hill, SC, or by other FINI Operations worldwide. The trademark is licensed from FINI. All warranty communications about this FINI model should be directed to air compressor support at (toll free) 1-866-242-4298.
