Craftsman 919.165190 User manual

Owner's Manual
Permanently Lubricated
Single Stage
Vertical Portable
AIR COMPRESSOR
Model No.
919.165190
•Safety Guidelines
• Assembly
•Operation
•Maintenance
•Service and Adjustments
•Troubleshooting
•Repair Parts
• Espa_ol
CAUTION; Read the Safety Guidelines
and All Instructions Carefully Before
Operating.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60170 U,S.A.
visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsmen
D2458a Rov. O 10111/01

WARRANTY ........................................... 2
SPECIFICATION CHART .................................... 3
SAFETY GUIDELINES .................................... 3-8
GLOSSARY .............................................. 9
ACCESSORIES ......................................... 9
DUTY CYCLE ............................................ 9
ASSEMBLY ............................................. 10
INSTALLATION ........................................ 11-12
OPERATION .......................................... 13-15
MAINTENANCE ....................................... 16-17
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 18 19
STORAGE .............................................. 20
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ............................ 21-23
REPAIR PARTS ....................................... 24-27
ESPAI_IOL ............................................ 28-49
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS ..................... back cover
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY AIR COMPRESSOR
If this air compressor fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within
one year from the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS
REPAIR CENTER THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES AND SEARS WILL.
REPAIR IT, FREE OF CHARGE. If purchased from Orchard Supply Hardware,
return to the nearest Orchard Store and Orchard will repair it, free of charge.
If this air compressor is used for commercial or rental purposes, the warranty
wilt apply for ninety days from the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Sears, Robebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, II 60179
D24588 2-ENG

Model No. 919-165190
Max. Developed HP 5.5
Bore 2.38"
Stroke 1.35"
Voltage-Single Phase 120
Minimum Branch Circuit Requirement 15 amps
Fuse Type Time Delay
Air Tank Capacity 25 gallons
Approximate Cut-in Pressure 110
Approximate Cut-out Pressure 135
SCFM @ 40 psig 8.4
SCFM @ 90 psig 6.2
Refer to Glossary for abbreviations,
This manual contains information that is important for you to know end understand. This information
relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY end PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEM8. To help you rec-
ognize th{s information, we use the symbols below. Please road the manual end pay attention to these
_ctions.
_lndicates an imminent-
ly hazardous situation
i which, if not avoided, _ result in
orse'o sin'u ,
F_q_lndicates a potentially
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, coul._ddresult in
death or serieu_ injqrY,
_}ndicates a potentially
"_'m"" hazardo us situation
which, if not avoided, _ result in
minor or moderate injury.
_Used without the
safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situ
ation which, if not avoided, may
result in Drenertv damaog.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other con-
sfructlon activities contains chemicals known (to the State of California) to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some example of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products
•arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber
Your risk: from these exposures varies, depending on how otten you do this type of work. re reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, always wear MSHA/NIOSH approved, prooerly fitting face mask or respirator when using
such too{s.
When uaing air tools, basic safety precautions should atways be followed to reduce the risk of of per-
sonal injury.
3-ENG D24588

IMPROPER OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. RF_AD AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARN-
INGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
IT IS NORMAL FOR ELECTRICAL CONTACTS
WITHIN THE MOTOR AND PRESSURE SWITCH
TO SPARK.
IFELECTRICALSPARKSFRoMCOMPreS-
SORCOME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMA-
BLE VAPORS, THEY MAY IGNITE, CAUSING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
RESTRICTING ANY OF THE COMPRESSOR
VENTILATION OPENINGS WILL CAUSE SERI-
OUS OVERHEATING AND COULD CAUSE
FIRE.
UNATTENDED OPERATION OF THIS PROD-
UCT COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF FIRE, DO NOT ALLOW THE COM-
PRESSOR TO OPERATE UNA'FrENDED.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
ALWAYS OPERATE THE COMPRES_OR IN A
WELL VENTILATED AREA FREE OF COM-
BUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE OR SOL-
VENT VAPORS.
IF SPRAYING FLAMMABLE MATERIALS,
LOCATE COMPRESSOR AT LEAST 20 FEET
AWAY FROM SPRAY AREA. AN ADDITIONAL
LENGTH OF HOSE MAY BE REQUIRED,
STORE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS IN A
SECURE LOCATION AWAY FROM COMPRES-
SOR.
NEVER PLACE OBJECTS AGAINST OR ON
TOP OF COMPRESSOR. OPERATE COM-
PRESSOR tN AN OPEN AREA AT LEAST 12
INCHES AWAY FROM ANY WALL OR
OBSTRUCTION THAT WOULD RESTRICT THE
FLOW OF FRESH AIR TO THE VENTILAT]ON
OPENINGS.
OPERATE COMPRESSOR IN A CLEAN, DRY,
WELL VENTILATED AREA DO NOT OPERATE
UNIT INDOORS OR IN ANY CONFINED AREA,
ALWAYS REMAIN IN ATTENDANCE WITH THE
PRODUCT WHEN IT IS OPERATING.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER
BY MOVING PRESSURE SWITCH LEVER TO
THE OFF POSITION AND DRAIN "rANK DAILY
OR AFTER EACH USE.
D24588 4 ENG

WARNING: RISK OF BURSTING I'll
AIR TANK: THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS COULD LEAD TO A WEAKENING OF THE
TANK, AND RESULT IN A VIOLENT TANK EXPLOSION AND COULD CAUSE PROP-
ERTY DAMAGE OR SERIOUS INJURY,
WHAT CAN HAPPEN /
1. FAILURE TO PROPERLY DRAIN CON-
DENSED WATER FROM THE TANK,
CAUSING RUST AND THINNING OF
THE STEEL TANK.
2, MODIFICATIONS OR ATTEMPTED
REPAIRS TO THE TANK.
3, UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO
THE UNLOADER VALVE, SAFETY
VALVE, OR ANY OTHER COMPONENTS
WHICH CONTROL TANK PRESSURE.
4. EXCESSIVE VIBRATION CAN WEAKEN
THE AIR TANK AND CAUSE RUPTURE
OR EXPLOSION.
ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES:
EXCEEDING THE PRESSURE RATING OF AIR
TOOLS, SPRAY GUNS. AIR OPERATED
ACCESSORIES, TIRES AND OTHER INFLATA-
BLES CAN CAUSE THEM TO EXPLODE OR
FLY APART, AND COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
DRAIN TANK DAILY OR AFTER EACH USE. iF
TANK DEVELOPS A LEAK, REPLACE IT IMMEDI-
ATELY WiTH A NEW TANK OR REPLACE THE
ENTIRE COMPRESSOR
NEVER DRILL INTO, WELD, OR MAKE ANY
MODIFICATIONS TO THE TANK OR ITS
ATrACH MENTS.
THE TANK IS DESIGNED TO WITHSTAND SPE-
CIFIC OPERATING PRESSURES. NEVER MAKE
ADJUSTMENTS OR PARTS SUBSTITUTIONS
TO ALTER THE FACTORY SET OPERATING
PRESSURES.
FOR 'ESSENTIAL CONTROL OF AIR
PRESSURE,YOU MUST INSTALL A PRESSURE
REGULATOR AND PRESSURE GAUGE TO
THE AIR OUTLET (IF NOT EQUIPPED) OF
YOUR COMPRESSOR. FOLLOW THE EQUIP-
MENT MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDATION
AND NEVER EXCEEDTHE MAXIMUM ALLOW-
ABLE PRESSURE RATING OF A_ACHMENTS.
NEVER USE COMPRESSOR TO INFLATE
SMALL LOW-PRESSURE OBJECTS SUCH AS
CHILDREN'S TOYS, FOOTBALLS, BASKET-
BALLS, ETC,
WARNING: RISK FROM FLYING OBJECTS
WHAT CA N HAP, PEN
THE COMPRESSED AIR STREAM CAN
CAUSE SOFT TISSUE DAMAGE TO EXPOSED
SKIN AND CAN PROPEL DIRT, CHIPS, LOOSE
PARTICLES AND SMALL OBJECTS AT HIGH
SPEED, RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE
OR PERSONAL INJURY.
HOw To PREVENT IT
ALWAYS WEAR ANSI Z87.1 APPROVED SAFE-
TY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS WHEN
USING THE COMPRESSOR.
NEVER POINT ANY NOZZLE OR SPRAYER
TOWARD ANY PART OF THE BODY OR AT
OTHER PEOPLE OR ANIMALS.
ALWAYS TURN THE COMPRESSOR OFF AND
BLEED PRESSURE FROM THE AIR HOSE AND
TANK BEFORE ATTEMPTING MAINTENANCE,
All-ACHING TOOLS OR ACCESSORIES.
5-ENG 024588

I EY J rJ l
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR IS POWERED BY
ELECTRICITY. LIKE ANY OTHER ELECTRI-
CALLY POWERED DEVICE. IF IT IS NOT USED
PROPERLY IT MAY CAUSE ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
REPAIRS ATTEMPTED BY UNQUALIFIED PER-
SONNEL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH BY ELECTROCUTION.
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING: FAILURE TO
PROVIDE ADEQUATE GROUNDING TO THIS
PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTROCUTION,
SEE GROUNDING iNSTRUCTIONS
HOW TO 'PREVENT IT
NEVER OPERATE THE COMPRESSOR OUT-
DOORS WHEN IT IS RAINING OR 1N WET CON-
DITIONS.
NEVER OPERATE COMPRESSOR WITH PRO-
TECTIVE COVERS REMOVED OR DAMAGED.
ANY ELECTRICAL WIRING OR REPAIRS
REQUIRED ON THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE
PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE
CENTER PERSONNEL IN ACCORDANCE WITH
NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES.
MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE ELECTRICAL CIR-
CUIT TO WHICH THE COMPRESSOR IS CON-
NECTED PROVIDES PROPER ELECTRICAL
GROUNDING, CORRECT VOLTAGE AND ADE-
QUATE FUSE PROTECTION.
WARNING: RISK TO BREATHING
WH_T CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
THE COMPRESSED AIR DIRECTLY FROM
YOUR COMPRESSOR IS NOT SAFE FOR
BREATHING. THE AIR STREAM MAY CON-
TAIN CARBON MONOXIDE, TOXIC VAPORS,
OR SOLID PARTICLES FROM THE TANK.
BREATHING THESE CONTAMINANTS CAN
CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
SPRAYED MATERIALS SUCH AS PAINT, PAINT
SOLVENTS, PAINT REMOVER, INSECTICIDES,
WEED KILLERS, MAY CONTAIN HARMFUL
VAPORS AND POISONS.
AIR OBTAINED DIRECTLY FROM THE COM-
PRESSOR SHOULD NEVER BE USED TO
SUPPLY AIR FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. iN
ORDER TO USE AIR PRODUCED BY THIS
COMPRESSOR FOR BREATHING, SUITABLE
FILTERS AND IN-LINE SAFETY EQUIPMENT
MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED. IN-LINE
FILTERS AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT USED IN
CONJUNCTION WITH THE COMPRESSOR
MUST BE CAPABLE OF TREATING AIR TO
ALL APPLICABLE LOCAL AND FEDERAL
CODES PRIOR TO HUMAN CONSUMPTION.
WORK IN AN AREA WITH GOOD CROSS-
VENTILATION. READ AND FOLLOW THE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED ON THE
LABEL OR SAFETY DATA SHEETS FOR THE
MATERIAL YOU ARE SPRAYING. USE A
NIOSH/MSHA APPROVED RESPIRATOR
DESIGNED FOR USE WITH YOUR SPECIFIC
APPLICATION,
D24586 6-ENG

WARNING: RISK OF BURNS
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
TOUCHING EXPOSED METAL SUCH AS THE
COMPRESSOR HEAD OR OUTLET TUBES,
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS BURNS.
NEVER TOUCH ANY EXPOSED METAL
PARTS ON COMPRESSOR DURING OR IMME-
DIATELYAFTER OPERATION. COMPRESSOR
WILL REMAIN HOT FOR SEVERAL MINUTES
AFTER OPERATION.
DO NOT REACH AROUND PROTECTIVE
SHROUDS OR A'I-FEMPT MAINTENANCE
UNTIL UNIT HAS BEEN ALLOWED TO COOL.
WARNING: RISK FROM MOVING PARTS _
WHAT CAN HAPPEN How TO P.I_,EyENT IT
MOVING PARTS SUCH AS THE PULLEY, FLY- NEVER OPERATE THE COMPRESSOR WITH
WHEEL AND BELT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS GUARDS OR COVERS WHICH ARE DAMAGED
INJURY iF THE"YCOME tNTO CONTACT WITH OR REMOVED.
YOU OR YOUR CLOTHING.
A'I-rEMPTING TO OPERATE COMPRESSOR -ANY REPAIRS REQUtRED ON THIS PRODUCT
WITH DAMAGED OR MISSING PARTS OR SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED
ATTEMPTING TO REPAIR COMPRESSOR SERVICE CENTER PERSONNEL.
WITH PROTECTIVE SHROUDS REMOVED CAN
EXPOSE YOU TO MOVING PARTS AND CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
WARNING: RISK OF FALLING
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
APORTABLE COMPRESSOR CAN FALL
FROM ATABLE, WORKBENCH OR ROOF
CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE COMPRESSOR
AND COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH TO THE OPERATOR.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
ALWAYS OPERATE COMPRESSOR IN A STA-
BLE SECURE POSITION TO PREVENT ACCI-
DENTAL MOVEMENT OF THE UNIT. NEVER
OPERATE COMPRESSOR ON A ROOF OR
OTHER ELEVATED POSITION. USE ADDI-
TIONAL AIR HOSE TO REACH HIGH LOCA-
TIONS.
7-ENG D24588

WARNING: RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN TRANS-
pORTING COMPRESSOR
(Fire, Inhalation, Damage to Vehicle Surfaces)
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
OIL CAN LEAK OR SPILL AND COULD
RESULT IN FiRE OR BREATHING HAZARD,
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT.
OIL LEAKS WILL DAMAGE CARPET, PAINT OR
OTHER SURFACES IN VEHICLES OR TRAIL-
ERS
i
HOW TO PREVENT IT
ALWAYSPLACE COMPRESSOR ON A PRO-
TECTIVE MAT WHEN TRANSPORTING TO
PROTECT AGAINST DAMAGE TO VEHICLE
FROM LEAKS. REMOVE COMPRESSOR FROM
VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY UPON ARRIVAL AT
YOUR DESTINATION.
WARNING: RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
WH_&T CAN HAPPEN
UNSAFE OPERATION OF YOUR AIR COM-
PRESSOR cOULD LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS,
HOW T.Q,P,,_Ey_ENT IT
REVIEW AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUC-
TIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL.
BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATION
AND CONTROLS OF THE AIR COMPRESSOR.
KEEP OPERATING AREA CLEAR OF ALL PER-
SONS, PETS, AND OBSTACLES.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE AIR COM-
PRESSOR AT ALL TIMES.
DO NOT OPERATE THE PRODUCT WHEN
FATIQUED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
ALCOHOL OR DRUGS. STAY ALERT AT ALL
TIMES.
NEVER DEFEAT THE SAFETY FEATURES OF
THIS PRODUCT.
EQUIP AREA OF OPERATION WITH A FIRE
EXTINGUISHER.
DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE WITH MISSINQ,
BROKEN, OR UNAUTHORIZED PARTS.
D24588 8-ENG

Become familiar with these terms
before operating the unit.
CFM: Cubic feet per minute.
SCFM: Standard cubic feet per
minute; a unit of measure of air deliv-
ery.
PSIG; Pounds per square inch
gauge; a unit of measure of 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.
Cut-In Pressure: While the motor is
off, air tank pressure drops as you
continue to use your accessory.
When the tank pressure drops to a
certain low level the motor will restart
automatically. The low pressure at
which the motor automatically
restarts is called "cut-in" pressure.
Cut-Out Pressure: When an air
compressor is turned on and begins
to run, air pressure in the air tank
begins to build. It builds to a certain
high pressure before the motor auto-
matically shuts off, protecting your air
tank from pressure higher than its
capacity. The high pressure at which
the motor shuts off is called "cut-out"
pressure.
Branch Circuit: Circuit carrying elec-
tricity from electrical panel to outlet.
This unit is capable of powering the following Accessories. The accessories are
available through the current Power and Hand Tool Catalog or full-line Sears
stores.
Accessories
• In Line Filter
•Tire Air Chuck
• Quick Connector Sets (various
sizes)
•Air Pressure Regulators
• Oil Fog Lubricators
• Air Hose:l/4", 3/8" or 1/2" I.D. in
various lengths
Refer to the selection chart located
on the unit to select the tools this unit
is capable of powering.
Air compressors should be operated
on not more than a 50% duty cycle.
This means an air compressor that
pumps air more than 50% of one
hour is considered misuse, because
the air compressor isundersized for
the required air demand. Maximum
compressor pumping time per hour is
30 minutes.
9-ENG D24588

Contents of Carton
1-Air Compressor
2- Wheels
2 - Shoulder Bolts, 3/8-16
2 - Hex Nuts, 3/8-16
2 - Rubber Bumpers
2 - Screws, 1/4-20 x .75"
Tools Required for Assembly
1-9/16" socket or open end wrench
1 - 1/2" socket or open end wrench
Unpacking
1. Remove all packaging leaving
the air compressor on the pallet.
2. Remove and discard the (4)
screws holding the air compres-
sor to the pallet.
Assemble Wheels
It will be necessary
to brace or support
one side of the air compressor
when installing the wheels because
the air compressor will have a ten-
dency to tip.
1. Attach wheels with shoulder
bolts and nuts as shown.
fl _ Rubber
et
crew
Shoulder
Bo|t
It may be neces-
saw to brace or
support one side of the air com-
pressor when removing the pallet
because the air compressor will
have a tendency to tip.
3. Carefully remove the air com-
pressor from the pallet.
2. Tighten securely. NOTE: The air
compressor will sit level if the
wheels are properly installed.
The wheels and
handle do not pro-
vide adequate clearance, stability
or support for pulling the unit up
and down stairs or steps. The unit
must be lifted, or pushed up a
ramp.
Assemble Rubber Feet
!. Attach rubber feet with the
screws provided as shown in
previous figure,
2. Tighten securely.
D24588 10- ENG

HOW TO SET UP YOUR
UNIT
Location of the Air Compressor
Locate the air compressor in a clean,
dry and well ventilated area. The air
compressor should be located at
least 12" away from the wall or other
obstructions that will interfere with
the flow of air. The air compressor
pump and shroud are designed to
allow for proper cooling. The ventila-
tion openings on the compressor are
necessary to maintain proper operat-
ing temperature. Do not place rags or
other containers on or near these
openings,The air filter must be kept
clear of obstructions which could
reduce air flow to the air compressor.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRI-
CAL SHOCK. In
the event of a short circuit, ground-
ing reduces the risk of shook by
providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This air compres-
sor must be properly grounded.
The portable air compressor is
equipped with a cord having a
grounding wire with an appropriate
grounding plug (see following illustra-
tions). The plug must be used with
an outlet that has been installed and
grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
.The cord set and plug with this
unit contains a grounding pin.
This plug MUST be used with a
grounded outlet.
IMPORTANT: The outlet being used
must be installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
.Make sure the outlet being used
has the same configuration as
the grounded plug. DO NOT
USE AN ADAPTER. See illustra-
tion.
3. Inspect the plug and cord before
each use. Do not use if there are
_Grounded
/Outlets
Groud_in9 Pin
signs of damage.
4. If these grounding instructions
are not completely understood,
or if in doubt as to whether the
compressor is properly ground-
ed, have the installation checked
by a qualified electrician.
_IMPROPER
GROUNDING CAN
RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
Do not modify the plug provided. If
it does not fit the available outlet, a
correct outlet should be installed
by a qualified electrician.
Repairs to the cord set or plug
MUST be made by a qualified elec-
trician,
11-ENG _24588

Extension Cords
Using extension cords is not recom-
mended. The use of extension cords
will cause voltage to drop resulting in
power loss to the motor and over-
heating.
Instead of using extension cords
attach extra air hoses to each other
starting at the air outlet.
If an extension cord must be used,
be sure it is:
• a 3-wire extension cord that has
a 3-blade grounding plug, and a
3-slot receptacle that will accept
the plug on the product
- in good condition
• no longer than 50 feet
• 12 gauge (AWG) or larger. (Wire
size increases as gauge number
decreases. 10 AWG and 8 AWG
may also be used. DO NOT USE
14 OR 16 AWG.)
Voltage and Circuit Protection
Refer to the specification table for the
voltage and minimum branch circuit
requirements.
Certain air compressors can be oper-
ated on a 15 amp circuit if the follow-
[ng conditions are met.
1. Voltage supply through branch
circuit is 15 amps.
2. Circuit is not used to supply any
other electrical needs (lights,
appliances, etc.).
3. Extension cords comply with
specifications.
4. Circuit is equipped with a 15
amp circuit breaker or 15 amp
time delay fuse. NOTE: If com-
pressor is connected to a circuit
protected by fuses, use only time
delay fuses, Time delay fuses
should be marked "D" in Canada
and "T" in the US.
If any of the above conditions cannot
be met, or if operation of the com-
pressor repeatedly causes interrup-
tion of the power, it may be neces-
sary to operate it from a 20 amp cir-
cuit. It is not necessary to change the
cord set.
D24588 12 ENG

Know Your Air Compressor
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with
the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future
reference.
Switch
Safety Valve
Description of Operation
Become familiar with these controls
before operating the unit.
On/Auto/Off Switch: Turn this switch
ON to provide automatic power to
the pressure switch and OFF to
remove power at the end of each
use.
Pressure Switch: The pressure
switch automatically starts the motor
when the air tank pressure drops
below the factory set "cut-in" pres-
sure, it stops the motor when the air
tank pressure reaches the factory set
"cut-out" pressure.
Safety Valve: If the pressure switch
does not shut off the air compressor
at its "cut-out" pressure setting, the
safety valve will protect against high
pressure by "popping out" at its fac-
tory set pressure (slightly higher than
the pressure switch "cut-out" setting),
Outlet Pressure Gauge: The outlet
pressure gauge indicates the air pres-
sure available at the outlet side of the
regulator. This pressure is controlled
by the regulator and is always less
than or equal to the tank pressure.
Tank Pressure Gauge: The tank
pressure gauge indicates the reserve
air pressure in the tank.
Regulator: Controls the air pressure
shown on the outlet pressure gauge
Pull the knob out and turn clockwise
to increase pressure and counter-
clockwise to decrease pressure.
When the desired pressure is reached
push knob in to lock in place.
Drain Valve: The drain valve is locat-
ed at the base of the air tank and is
used to drain condensation at the
end of each use.
Cooling System (not shown): This
compressor contains an advanced
design cooling system. At the heart
of this cooling system is an engi-
neered fan. It is perfectly normal for
this fan to blow air through the vent
holes in large amounts You know
that the cooling system is working
when air is being expelled.
33-ENG D24588

Air Compressor Pump (not shown):
Compresses air into the air tank.
Working air is not available until the
compressor has raised the air tank
pressure above that required at the
air outlet.
Check Valve: When the air compres_
sor is operating, the check valve is
"open", allowing compressed air to
enter the air tank. When the air com-
pressor reaches "cut-out" pressure,
the check valve "closes", allowing air
pressure to remain inside the air tank.
If the overload protector shuts the
motor off frequently, check for a pos-
sible voltage problem, Low voltage
can also be suspected when:
1. The motor does not get up to full
power or speed.
2. Fuses blow out when starting
the motor; lights dim and remain
dim when motor is started and is
running.
How to Use Your Unit
How to Stop:
1. Set the On/Auto/Off lever to
"OFF".
Pressure Release Valve: The pres-
sure release valve located on the side
of the pressure switch, is designed to
automatically release compressed air
from the compressor head and the
outlet tube when the air compressor
reaches "cut-out" pressure or is shut
off. The pressure release valve allows
the motor to restart freely. When the
motor stops running, air will be heard
escaping from this valve for afew
seconds. No air should be heard
leaking when the motor is running or
after the unit reaches "cut-out" pres-
sure.
Release
Valve
Motor Overload Protector: The
motor has an automatic reset thermal
overload protector. If the motor over-
heats for any reason, the overload
protector will shut off the motor. The
motor must be allowed to cool down
before restarting. The compressor
will automatically restart after the
motor cools,
Before First Start-up
_Serious damage
may result if the
following break-in instructions are
not closely followed.
This procedure is required before the
air compressor is put into service and
when the check valve or a complete
compressor pump has been
replaced.
1. Make sure the On/Auto/Off lever
is in the "OFF" position.
NOTE; If quick connect is installed,
pull coupler back until it clicks to pro
vent air from escaping through the
quick connect.
2. Plug the power cord into the cor-
rect branch circuit receptacle,
(Refer to Voltage and Circuit
Protection paragraph in the
Installation section of this manu-
al .)
3. Open the drain valve fully (coun-
terclockwise) to permit air to
escape and prevent air pressure
build up in the air tank during the
break-in period.
NOTE; Always drain tank on a wash-
able surface or in a suitable container
to prevent damaging or staining sur-
faces.
D24588 14 ENG

4. Move the On/Auto/Off lever to
"ON/AUTO" position. The com-
pressor will start.
5. Run the compressor for 15 min-
utes. Make sure the drain valve is
open and there is minimal air
pressure build-up in tank
6, After 15 minutes, close the drain
valve (clockwise). The air receiver
will fill to "cut-out" pressure and
the motor will stop.
The compressor is now ready for use,
Before Each Start-Up:
1. Place On/Auto/Off lever to
"OFF".
.
.
Pull regulator knob out, turn
counterclockwise until it stops.
Push knob in to lock in place.
Attach hose and accessories.
NOTE: The hose or accessory
will require a quick connect plug
if the air outlet is equipped with a
quick connect.
Too much air pres-
sure causes a haz-
ardous risk of bursting. Check the
manufacturer's maximum pressure
rating for air tools and accessories.
The regulator outlet pressure must
never exceed the maximum pres-
sure rating,
How to Start:
1, Turn the On/Auto/Off lever to
"AUTO" and allow tank pressure
to build. Motor will stop when
tank pressure reaches "cut-out"
pressure.
2. Pull the regulator knob out and
turn clockwise to increase pres-
sure. When the desired pressure
is reached push knob in to lock
in place. The compressor is
ready for use.
NOTE: Always operate the air com-
pressor in well-ventilated areas free
of gasoline or other combustible
vapors. If the compressor is being
used to operate a sprayer DO NOT
place near the spray area.
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Customer Responsibilities
Before Daily or
after Every Every
each each 40 100
use use hour's 30u_ Yearly I
Check Safety Valve •
Drain Tank •
Air Filter •(1) •
Air compressor pump intake
and exhaust valves •
1- more frequent in dusty or humid conditions
Unit cycles auto-
matically when
power is on. When performing
maintenance, you may be exposed
to voltage sources, compressed
air, or moving parts. Personal
injuries can occur. Before perform-
ing any maintenance or repair, dis-
connect power source from the
compressor and bleed off all air
pressure.
To ensure efficient operation and
longer life of the air compressor out-
fit, aroutine maintenance schedule
should be prepared and followed.
The following routine maintenance
schedule is geared to an outfit in a
normal working environment operat-
ing on a daily basis. If necessary, the
schedule should be modified to suit
the conditions under which your
compressor is used. The modifica-
tions will depend upon the hours of
operation and the working environ-
ment. Compressor outfits in an
extremely dirty and/or hostile environ-
ment will require a greater frequency
of all maintenance checks.
NOTE: See "Operation" section for
the location of controls.
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To Check Safety Valve
If the safety valve
does not work
properly, over-pressurization may
occur, causing air tank rupture or
an explosion.
1. Before starting compressor, pull
the ring on the safety valve to
make sure that the safety valve
operates freely. If the valve is
stuck or does not operate
smoothly, it must be replaced
with the same type of valve
To Drain Tank
1. Set the On/Auto/Off lever to
"OFF",
2. Pull the regulator knob out and
turn clockwise to set the outlet
pressure to zero.
3. Remove the air tool or accesso-
ry.
4. Pull ring on safety valve allowing
air to bleed from the tank until
tank pressure is approximately
20 psi. Release safety valve ring.
5. Drain water from air tar_k by
opening drain valve (counter-
clockwise) on bottom of tank.
I_"Jffl=_"_l Water will con-
dense in the air
tank. if not drained, water will cor-
rode and weaken the air tank caus-
ing arisk of air tank rupture.
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.After the water has been drained,
close the drain valve (clockwise).
The air compressor can now be
stored.
NOTE: If drain valve is plugged,
release all air pressure. The valve
can then be removed, cleaned, the
reinstalled.
Air Filter Inspection and
Replacement
Hot surfaces. Risk
of bum.
Compressor heads are exposed
when filter cover is removed.
Allow compressor to cool prior to
servicing.
A dirty air filter will not allow the com-
pressor to operate at full capacity.
Keep the air filter clean at all times.
1. Remove the air filter retainer.
2. Remove the air filter and make
sure it is clean.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the
compressor with the air filter
removed.
3. If dirty, rinse air filter with warm
water and squeeze dry.
4. Replace air filter and air filter
retainer.
NOTE: If the air filter is extremely
dirty it will need to be replaced. Refer
to the "Repair Parts" for the correct
part number.
Air Compressor Pump Intake
and Exhaust Valves
Once a year have a Trained Service
Technician check the air compressor
pump intake and exhaust valves.
Filter
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_Unit cycles auto-
matically when
power is on. When doing
Maintenance, you may be exposed
to voltage sources, compressed air
or moving parts. Personal injuries
can occur. Before performing any
Maintenance or repair, unplug the
compressor and bleed off all air
pressure.
ALL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
OPERATIONS NOT LISTED MUST
BE PERFORMED BY A TRAINED
SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
_Before servicing:
-Unplug or disconnect electrica
supply to the air compressor,
•Bleed tank of pressure.
•Allow the air compressor to
cool.
To Replace or Clean Check
Valve
1. Release all air pressure from air
tank. See "To Drain Tank" in the
Maintenance section.
2. Unplug outfit.
3. Remove shrouds.
4. Using an adjustable wrench,
loosen outlet tube nut at air tank
and pump. Carefully move outlet
tube away from check valve.
5. Using an adjustable wrench,
loosen pressure relief tube nut at
air tank and pressure switch.
Carefully move pressure relief
tube away from check valve.
6. Unscrew the check valve (turn
counterclockwise) using a 7/8"
open end wrench. Note the ori-
entation for reassembly.
7. Using a screwdriver, carefully
push the valve disc up and
down. NOTE; The valve disc
should move freely up and down
on a spring which holds the valve
disc in the closed position; if not
the check valve needs to be
cleaned or replaced.
position
nothing is
visible.
In closed position
disc is visible.
8. Clean or replace the check valve.
A solvent, such as paint or var-
nish remover can be used to
clean the check valve.
9. Apply sealant to the check valve
threads, Reinstall the check valve
(turn clockwise).
10. Replace the pressure release
tube. Tighten nut.
11. Replace the outlet tube and
tighten nut.
12. Replace the shroud and air filter
13. Perform the Break-in Procedure.
See "Break-in Procedure" in the
Operation section.
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To Replace Regulator
1, Release all air pressure from air
tank. See "To Drain Tank" in the
Maintenance section.
2. Unplug air compressor.
3. Remove the outlet pressure
gauge and quick connect (if
equipped) from the regulator.
4. Remove the regulator.
Gauge
6, Assemble the regulator and ori-
ent as shown.
NOTE: Arrow indicates flow of air.
Make sure it is pointing in the direc-
tion of air flow.
,Apply pipe sealant tape to the
nipple.
Reg_
.
.
Reapply pipe sealant to outlet
pressure gauge and quick con-
nect.
Reassemble outlet pressure
gauge and quick connect. Orient
outlet pressure gauge to read
correctly. Tighten quick connect
with wrench.
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Before you store the air compressor,
make sure you do the following:
1. Review the "Maintenance" sec-
tion on the preceding pages and
perform scheduled maintenance
as necessary.
2. Set the On/Auto/Off lever to
"OFF".
3. Turn the regulator counterclock-
wise and set the outlet pressure
to zero.
4Remove the air tool or accesso-
ry.
5. Pull ring on safety valve allowing
air to bleed from the tank until
tank pressure is approximately
20 psi. Release safety valve ring,
6. Drain water from air tank by
opening drain valve on bottom of
tank.
Water will con-
dense in the air
tank. If not drained, water will cor-
rode and weaken the air tank caus-
ing a risk of air tank rupture.
7. After the water has been drained,
close the drain or drain valve.
NOTE: .If drain valve is plugged,
release all air pressure. The valve
can then be removed, cleaned, then
reinstalled.
8. Protect the electrical cord and air
hose from damage (such as
being stepped on or run over).
Wind them loosely around the
compressor handle. (If so
equipped)
Store the air compressor in a clean
and dry location.
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