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OWNERS MANUAL CRAFTSMAN MODEL NO. PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED 919.156730 919.156830 AIR COMPRESSOR Record in the spaces provided° (1) The model number which can be found on the label on the back of the shroud° (2) The code number which can be found on the foil label on the back of the air tank.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY AIR COMPRESSORS 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 SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES AND SEARS WILL REPAIR iT, FREE OF CHARGE. if this air compressor is used for commercial or rental purposes, the warranty will apply for ninety days from the date of purchase.
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WHAT TO WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT LOOK FOR Air Tank Modifications to the air compressor can cause Do not adjust, remove or tamper with the safety the air tank to rupture or explode, valve or pressure switch If safety valve or pressure switch replacement is necessary, a part with the same rating must be used, Never use a motor with a higher horsepower rating...
GENERAL INFORiViATION You have purchased an air compressor unit consisting of brushes, sandblasters, or inflatingtires and plastic toys, a 1 cylinder; single-stage air' compressor pump, an air spraying weed killers, insecticides, etc.. tank, air hose, wheels, handles, and associated con- trots_ You will also find an air chuck.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Tools Needed for Assembly 2. Remove the protective paper strip from the adhesive • pipe thread sealant (not included) backed rubber foot strip Attach the foot strip to the • a %s" socket or open end wrench for attaching the bottom of the air tank leg.
Grounding instructions Outlet Plug IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK_ IN THE EVENT OF A SHORT CIRCUIT, GROUNDING REDUCES THE RISK OF SHOCK BY PROVIDING AN ESCAPE WIRE FOR THE ELECTRIC CUR- RENT. THIS AIR COMPRESSOR MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED° GROU_ The air compressor is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding plug...
4oTurn theOFF/AUTO lever t o"AUTO" andallowtank pressure t obuild° M otor w illstop when tankpressure reaches " cut-out" p ressure, 5, Open theshut-off v alve° WATER WILL CONDENSE IN THE AIR TANK. IF NOT DRAINED, WATER WILL CORRODE 6.Always o perate t heaircompressor in well-ventilated AND WEAKEN THE AIR TANK CAUSING A areas;...
STORAGE Before you store the air compressor, make sure you do 2. Protect the electrical cord and air hose from damage the following: (such as being stepped on or run over) Wind them loosely around the compressor handle,, 1, Review the "Maintenance" section on the preceeding pages and perform maintenance as necessary.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Air leak from Safety Valve,, Possible defect in Safety Valve. Operate safety valve manually by pulling on ring, if valve still leaks, it should be replaced Knocking Noise, Defective Check Valve. Remove and clean or replace, Compressor is not supply- Prolonged excessive use of air.
OWNERS CRAFTSMAN MANUAL PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED AIR COMPRESSOR SERVICE Now that you have purchased your Sears Air Compressor, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck and Co stores, Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit, MODEL NO.