Sears 921.16471 Air Compressor User Manual


 
Operating Procedures
Daily Start-Up Procedures
1. Set the Auto/Off switch to the Off position.
2. inspect the air compressor, air hose, and any
accessories/tools being used for damage or
obstruction, ifany of these mentioned items
are in need of repair/replacement, contact
your local authorized dealer before use.
3. Close the drain valve.
4. Connect the air hose to the quick connect
socket on the regulator assembly by inserting
the quick connect plug on the air hose into
the quick connect socket. The quick connect
socket collar will snap forward and lock
the plug into place providing an air tight seal
between the socket and plug. To release the
air hose push the collar back on the quick
connect socket.
5. Plug the power cord intothe proper receptacle.
6. Turn the Auto/Off switch to the Auto
position and the compressor will start and
build air pressure in the tank to cut-out
pressure and then shut off automatically.
7. Adjust the regulator to a PSi setting that is
needed for your application and be sure itis
within the safety standards required to
perform the task. if using a pneumatic tool,
the manufacturer should have recommendations
in the manual for that particular tool on
operating PSi settings.
8. The air compressor is now ready for use.
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Daily Shut-Down Procedures
1. Set the Auto/Off switch to the Off position.
2. Unplug the power cord from the receptacle.
3. Set the outlet pressure to zero on the regulator.
4. Remove any air tools or accessories.
5. Open the drain valve allowing air to bleed
from the tank. After all of the air has bled from
the tank, close the drain valve to prevent
debris buildup in the valve.
CLOSED _ _ OPEN
When draining the tank, always use ear and eye
protection. Drain the tank in a suitable location;
condensation will be 3resent in most cases of
draining.
Water that remains _nthe tank during storage
will corrode and weaken the air tank which could
cause the tank to rupture. To avoid serious
injury, be sure to drain the tank after each use
or daily.
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