Craftsman 919.167812 User manual

Owner’s Manual
Oil Lube Two Stage
Air Compressor
AIR COMPRESSOR
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CAUTION: Read the Safety Guidelines
and All Instructions Carefully Before
Operating.
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 Rev. 0 4/14/08

2-ENGN004035
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Running Horsepower *5.4
Voltage-Single Phase 240V
Minimum Branch Circuit Requirement 30 amps
Fuse Type Time Delay
Air Tank Capacity, Gallons 80 ASME, Vertical
Approximate Cut-in Pressure 140 psig
Approximate Cut-out Pressure 175 psig
SCFM @ 100 psig *13.3
SCFM @ 175 psig *12.8
* Tested per ISO 1217
Refer to Glossary for abbreviations.
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If this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year
from the date of purchase, Sears will at its option repair or replace it free of
charge. Contact Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME®to arrange for repair, or return it
to the place of purchase for replacement.
If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies
for only 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.
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
 ................................................2
......................................2
 ...................................... 3-8
 ................................................9
...............................................9
ACCESSORIES .............................................9
 ...............................................10
 ......................................... 10-12
............................................ 13-15
 ......................................... 16-19
 ............................ 19-20
 ................................................21
 .............................. 21-24
REPAIR PARTS ......................................... 26-29
ESPAÑOL.............................................. 30-55
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3-ENG N004035
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This manual contains information that is important for you to know and under-
stand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the
symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
Indicates an immi-
nently hazardous situ-
ation which, if not avoided, will result in
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Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,  result in
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Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,  result in
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Used without the safe-
ty alert symbol indi-
cates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,  result in
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        
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Some        
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To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction manual.
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 
• Itisnormalforelectricalcontacts
within the motor and pressure
switch to spark.
•Always operate the compressor
in a well ventilated area free of
combustible materials, gasoline, or
solvent vapors.
• Ifelectricalsparksfromcompressor
come into contact with flammable
vapors, they may ignite, causing fire
or explosion.
• Ifsprayingflammablematerials,locate
compressor at least 20 feet (6.1 m)
away from spray area. An additional
length of air hose may be required.
• Storeflammablematerialsinasecure
location away from compressor.

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• Restrictinganyofthecompressor
ventilation openings will cause
serious overheating and could cause
fire.
• Neverplaceobjectsagainstoron
top of compressor.
• Operatecompressorinanopenarea
at least 12" (30.5 cm) away from
any wall or obstruction that would
restrict the flow of fresh air to the
ventilation openings.
• Operatecompressorinaclean,dry
well ventilated area. Do not operate
unit indoors or in any confined area.
Store unit indoors.
• Unattendedoperationofthis
product could result in personal
injury or property damage. To
reduce the risk of fire, do not
allow the compressor to operate
unattended.
• Alwaysremaininattendancewith
the product when it is operating.
• Disconnect electrical supply when
not in use.
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
 
• Thecompressedairdirectlyfrom
your compressor is not safe for
breathing. The air stream may
contain carbon monoxide, toxic
vapors, or solid particles from the air
tank. Breathing these contaminant's
can cause serious injury or death.
• Airobtaineddirectlyfromthe
compressor 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.
• Exposuretochemicalsindustcreat-
ed by power sanding, sawing, grind-
ing, drilling, and other construction
activities may be harmful.
• Sprayedmaterialssuchaspaint,
paint solvents, paint remover, insec-
ticides, weed killers, may contain
harmful vapors and poisons.
• Workinanareawithgoodcross
ventilation. Read and follow the safe-
ty instructions provided on the label
or safety data sheets for the materi-
als you are spraying. Always use
certified safety equipment: NIOSH/
OSHA respiratory protection or prop-
erly fitting face mask designed for
use with your specific application.

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      
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•  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 trailers.
• Always
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to protect against damage to vehicle
from leaks. Remove compressor
from vehicle immediately upon
arrival at your destination.
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
The air tank on your Air Compressor is designed and may be UM coded
(for units with air tanks greater than 6 inch diameter) according to ASME Section
VIII, Div. 1 rules. All pressure vessels should be inspected once every two years.
To find your state pressure vessels inspector, look under the Division of Labor and
Industries in the government section of a phone book.
The following conditions could lead to a weakening of the air tank, and result in a
violent air tank explosion:
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• Failuretoproperlydraincondensed
water from air tank, causing rust and
thinning of the steel air tank.
• Drainairtankdailyoraftereachuse.
If air tank develops a leak, replace it
immediately with a new air tank or
replace the entire compressor.
• Modificationsorattemptedrepairsto
the air tank. • Neverdrillinto,weld,ormakeany modifications to the air tank or its
attachments. Never attempt to
repair a damaged or leaking air tank.
Replace with a new air tank.
• Unauthorizedmodificationstothe
safety valve or any other components
which control air tank pressure.
• Theairtankisdesignedtowithstand
specific operating pressures.
Never make adjustments or parts
substitutions to alter the factory set
operating pressures.
• Excessivevibrationcanweakenthe
air tank of a stationary compressor
and cause an explosion.
• Thecompressormustbeproperly
mounted, see "Anchoring" under
Installation.

• Exceedingthepressureratingof
air tools, spray guns, air operated
accessories, tires, and other
inflatables can cause them to
explode or fly apart, and could result
in serious injury.
• Followtheequipmentmanufacturers
recommendation and never exceed
the maximum allowable pressure
rating of attachments. Never use
compressor to inflate small low
pressure objects such as children’s
toys, footballs, basketballs, etc.

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 
• Your air compressor is powered by
electricity. Like any other electrically
powered device, If it is not used
properly it may cause electric shock.
• Never operate the compressor
outdoors when it is raining or in wet
conditions.
• Never operate compressor with
protective covers removed or
damaged.
• Repairs attempted by unqualified
personnel can result in serious injury
or death by electrocution.
• 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.
• Failure to
provide adequate grounding to this
product could result in serious injury
or death from electrocution. Refer to
"Grounding Instructions" paragraph
in the Installation section.
• Make certain that the electrical circuit
to which the compressor is connected
provides proper electrical grounding,
correct voltage and adequate fuse
protection.
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 
• 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.
• Alwayswearcertifiedsafety
equipment: ANSI Z87.1 eye
protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
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 air tank before attempting
maintenance, attaching tools or
accessories.

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 
• Touchingexposedmetalsuchas
the compressor head, engine head,
engine exhaust or outlet tubes, can
result in serious burns.
• Nevertouchanyexposedmetal
parts on compressor during or
immediately after operation.
Compressor will remain hot for
several minutes after operation.
• Donotreacharoundprotective
shrouds or attempt maintenance
until unit has been allowed to cool.


 
• Movingpartssuchasthepulley,
flywheel, and belt can cause serious
injury if they come into contact with
you or your clothing.
• Neveroperatethecompressor
with guards or covers which are
damaged or removed.
• Keepyourhair,clothing,andgloves
away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
• Airventsmaycovermovingparts
and should be avoided as well.
• Attemptingtooperatecompressor
with damaged or missing parts or
attempting to repair compressor
with protective shrouds removed
can expose you to moving parts and
can result in serious injury.
• Anyrepairsrequiredonthisproduct
should be performed by authorized
service center personnel.

8-ENGN004035
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
 
• Unsafeoperationofyourair
compressor could lead to serious
injury or death to you or others.
• Reviewandunderstandall
instructions and warnings in this
manual.
• Becomefamiliarwiththeoperation
and controls of the air compressor.
• Keepoperatingareaclearofall
persons, pets, and obstacles.
• Keepchildrenawayfromtheair
compressor at all times.
• Donotoperatetheproductwhen
fatigued or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs. Stay alert at all
times.
• Neverdefeatthesafetyfeaturesof
this product.
• Equipareaofoperationwithafire
extinguisher.
• Donotoperatemachinewithmissing,
broken, or unauthorized parts.


 
• Seriousinjurycanresultfrom
attempting to lift too heavy an
object.
• Thecompressoristooheavyto
be lifted by one person. Obtain
assistance from others before lifting.


 
• Undersomeconditionsandduration
of use, noise from this product may
contribute to hearing loss.
• Alwayswearcertifiedsafetyequipment:
ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection.


9-ENG N004035


Become familiar with these terms
before operating the unit.
CFM: Cubic feet per minute.
 Standard cubic feet per min-
ute; a unit of measure of air delivery.
 Pounds per square inch gauge;
a unit of measure of pressure.
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.
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 auto-
matically. The low pressure at which
the motor automatically restarts is
called "cut-in" 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.
Circuit carrying elec-
tricity from electrical panel to outlet.
Place a lock on
the line power switch so no one else
can turn on the power.
This air compressor pump is capable
of running continuously. However, to
prolong the life of your air compressor,
it is recommended that a 50%-75%
average duty cycle be maintained; that
is, the air compressor pump should
not run more than 30-45 minutes in
any given hour.
ACCESSORIES
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.

• InLineFilter
• TireAirChuck
• QuickConnectorSets(various
sizes)
• AirPressureRegulators
• OilFogLubricators
• AirHose:1/4",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.








10-ENGN004035
The air compressor MUST be bolted to
a solid, level surface.
Hardware needed:
4 - Concrete anchors
(not supplied)
4 - 3/8" Lag screw to fit concrete
anchors
(not supplied)
 4- 5/8"Washer(supplied)
shims (if needed)
1. Place the air compressor on a
solid, level surface.
2. Mark the surface using the holes
in the air compressor feet as a
template.
3. Drill holes in the surface for the
concrete anchors. Install concrete
anchors.
4. Line-up holes in surface with holes
in air compressor feet.
5. Place the (4) washers (supplied)
between the floor and air com-
pressor feet. If needed, solid
shims may be placed between the
washers and floor to evenly dis-
tribute weight on all four feet. See
next figure.


1 - Air Compressor
1 - Parts bag containing:
1 - Owner’s Manual
 4- 5/8"Washers
1 - Conduit Connector

1 - 9/16" socket or open end wrench
1 - Electric drill

1. Remove all packaging.



• Locatetheaircompressorina
clean, dry, and well ventilated
area.
• Locatedtheaircompressorat
least 12" (30.5 cm) away from
the wall or other obstructions
that will interfere with the flow
of air.
• Locatetheaircompressoras
close to the main power supply
as possible to avoid using long
lengths of electrical wiring.
 Long lengths of electri-
cal wiring could cause power
loss to the motor.
• Theairfiltermustbekeptclear
of obstructions which could
reduce air flow to the air com-
pressor.







It may be necessary
to brace or support
one side of the outfit when removing
the pallet because the air compressor
will have a tendency to tip.
2. Remove and discard the (4)
screws and washers holding the
compressor to the pallet.
3. Withthehelpofanotherperson
carefully remove air compressor
from pallet and place on a level
surface.
This compressor was
shipped with oil in
the pump crankcase. Check oil before
operating air compressor, see Check
Oil under Maintenance.