Campbell Hausfeld HX5100 Operating Instructions Manual

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assistance. Have the serial number, 

model number, and parts list (with 

missing parts circled) before calling.

General Safety Information

CalIfornIa propoSItIon 65

This product or  

  its power cord may 

contain chemicals known to the State 

of California to cause cancer and birth 

defects or other reproductive harm. 

Wash hands after handling.

You can 

  create 

dust when you cut, sand, drill 

or grind materials such as 

wood, paint, metal, concrete, 

cement, or other masonry. This dust 

often contains chemicals known to 

cause cancer, birth defects, or other 

reproductive harm. Wear protective 

gear.

Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described. 

Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or 

property damage! Retain instructions for future reference.

For parts, product & service information

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REMINDER: Keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty purposes! 

Attach it to this manual or file it for safekeeping.

IN634800AV 8/10

See Warranty on page 8 for important information about commercial use of this product.

operating Instructions  

HX5100, HX5101

© 2010 Campbell Hausfeld/Scott Fetzer

oil-lubricated 

Compressors

Description

This oil-lubricated compressor is 

designed for do-it-yourselfers with a 

variety of home and automotive jobs. 

These compressors can power spray 

guns, impact wrenches and other tools. 

Compressed air from this unit will 

contain moisture. Install a water filter 

or air dryer if application requires dry 

air.

Safety Guidelines

This manual contains information 

that is very important to know and 

understand. This information is 

provided for SAFETY and to PREVENT 

EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help 

recognize this information, observe the 

following symbols.

Danger indicates an  

  imminently 

hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, WILL result in death or serious 

injury.

Warning indicates a  

  potentially 

hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, COULD result in death or 

serious injury.

Caution indicates a  

  potentially 

hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, MAY result in minor or 

moderate injury.

Notice indicates  

  important 

information, that if not followed, may 

cause damage to equipment.

Unpacking

After unpacking the unit, inspect 

carefully for any damage that may 

have occurred during transit. Make sure 

to tighten fittings, bolts, etc., before 

putting unit into service. In case of 

questions, damaged or missing parts, 

GEnEral InforMatIon

Do not operate unit 

  if damaged during 

shipping, handling or use. Damage may 

result in bursting and cause injury or 

property damage. 

Do not run 

  unattended. 

Leaving compressor in AUTO position 

may allow it to turn on inadvertently. 

To prevent this and possible damage 

from power surge, turn to OFF position 

after each use.

Record the Model No., Serial No. and date 

of purchase located on the base below the 

pump in the space below.

Model No. 

______________________

Serial No. 

______________________

Date of purchase   ______________________

Retain these numbers for future reference.

Do not rEtUrn tHE

proDUCt to tHE

rEtaIlEr!

STOP!

Breathable Air Warning

this compressor/pump is not 

equipped and should not be 

used “as is” to supply breathing 

quality air. for any application of 

air for human consumption, the 

air compressor/pump will need 

to be fitted with suitable in-line 

safety and alarm equipment. 

this additional equipment is 

necessary to properly filter 

and purify the air to meet 

minimal specifications for Grade 

D breathing as described in 

Compressed Gas association 

Commodity Specification G 

7.1 - 1966, oSHa 29 Cfr 1910. 

134, and/or Canadian Standards 

associations (CSa).

DISClaIMEr of WarrantIES

In the event the compressor 

is used for the purpose of 

breathing air application 

and proper in-line safety 

and alarm equipment is not 

simultaneously used, existing 

warranties shall be voided, and 

the manufacturer disclaims any 

liability whatsoever for any loss, 

personal injury or damage.