Craftsman 921.16475 Air Compressor User Manual


 
BREAK-INOFTHEPUMP
1. Checktheoillevelinthepump(see"CheckingtheOil"inthe
maintenancesection).
2. TurnthepressureswitchtotheOFFposition(seeC).
3. Openthepetcock(seeF).Turninthecounterclockwise
direction.
__Escaping air and moisture can
propel debris that may cause eye injury, Wear safety
goggles when opening petcock,
4.
5.
Plug in the power cord.
Turn the pressure switch to the ON position (see D). The
compressor will start. Allow the compressor to run for 30
minutes, to break in the internal parts.
NOTE: After about 30 minutes, if the unit does not operate
properly, SHUT DOWN IMMEDIATELY, and contact a
Sears or other qualified service center.
6. After about 30 minutes, turn the pressure switch to
the OFF position.
7. Close the petcock (see E). Turn in the clockwise direction.
8. Turn the pressure switch to the ON position. The
compressor wilt start and fill the tank to the kick-out
pressure and stop.
NOTE: As compressed air is used, the pressure switch will
restart the motor automatically to supply more
compressed air to the tank.
DAILY START-UP
1. Check the oil level in the pump (see "Checking the Oil" in the
maintenance section).
2. Turn the pressure switch to the OFF position (see C).
3. Close the tank petcock (see E). Turn in the clockwise
direction.
4. Plug in the power cord.
__ High temperatures are generated
by the electric motor and the pump. To prevent
burns or other injuries, DO NOT touch the
compressor while it is running. Allow it to cool
before handling or servicing. Keep children away
from the compressor at all times.
5. Turn the pressure switch to the ON position (see D).
6. Adjust the regulator to the working pressure of the tool.
__When adjusting from a higher to a
lower pressure, turn the knob counterclockwise past
the desired setting, then turn clockwise to reach the
desired pressure. Do not exceed operating pressure
of the tool or accessory being used.
4.
Open the petcock (see F) to allow moisture to drain from
the tank.
__Escaping air and moisture can
propel debris that may cause eye injury. Wear safety
goggles when opening petcock.
Fig. 6
OFF (C)
(D) AUTO
SHUTDOWN
1. Turn the pressure switch to the OFF position (see C).
2. Unplug the power cord.
3. Reduce pressure in the tank through the outlet hose. You
can also pull the relief valve ring (see G) and keep it open
to relieve pressure in the tank.
F OPEN
\ CLOSE E
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