Operating Procedures; Maintenance; Air Int_<Efilter- Replacement; Motor - Sears 150270 Owner's Manual

OPERATING PROCEDURES
1. Before plugging in the air compressor, set the adjust-
able pressure valve to =Start-. Make sure the _ON-
OFF* switch is in the "OFF" position.
2. Connect the air hose to the air outtet aclapter.Tighten
securely.
3, Connect the air tool or accessory to the air hose.
Tighten securely.
4. Plug the power cord into the grounded outlet.
5. Start the compressor by settJngthe "ON-OFF" switch
to the "ON" position.
I WARNING I
TOO MUCH AIR PRESSURE COULD CAUSE
AN AIR TOOL OR VEHICLE TIRE TO RUP-
TURE OR EXPLODE. CAREFULLY FOLLOW
STEPS 6 AND 7 EACH TIME YOU USE YOUR
COMPRESSOR.
6. Check the manufacturer's maximum pressure rating
for the air tool, accessory or vehicle tire being used.
The air compressor outlet pressure must never
exceed the maximum pressure rating.
7. Slowly Jr=crease the pressure setting ofthe adjuatabI
pressure valve. You should be able to hear and fe,
air pressure being relieved by the adjustable pressu_
valve. If pressure is not being relieved, turn the a
compressor off immediately. The pressure valv
must be replaced.
Compressed air from the outfit may contain
water rmndensation and oil mist, Do not
spray unfiltered air at an Item that could be
damaged, Some air operated toots or
devices may require filtered air. Read the
Instructions fix the air tool of device.
NOTE
If the air comPr_R,_ has been bdatly turned off,
the adjustable pressure valve must be reset to
the "Start" position. The air compressor will not
start with backpressure applied to the piston.
MAINTENANCE
I WARNING I
DURING MAINTENANCE, YOU COULD BE EXPOSED TO VOLTAGE SOURCES, COMPRESSED
AIR OR MOVING PARTS, PERSONAL INJURIES CAN OCCUR. UNPLUG THE COMPRESSOR
AND BLEED OFF ALL AIR PRESSURE BY TURNING THE ADJUSTABLE PRESSURE VALVE TO
THE START POSITION BEFORE DOING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR.
Air Intake Filter- Replacement
NOTE
Keep air intake filter clean at all times. Do not
operate the compressor with the filter removed.
A dirty air intake filter will not allow the compressor to
operate at full capacity. When the filter becomes dirty, it
must he cleaned or replaced. To re_e the filter, simply
pull it out and replace with a new one. if it is dirty, simply
pull it out - you may wash it with s mild detergent and
warm water.
Motor
The motor has an automatic meet thermal overload pro-
rector, If the motor overheats f0r any reason, the over-
load protect0r will shut offthe motor. The motor must be
allowed to cool. The motor will automatically re-start
after the motor has cooled.
NOTE
If if_ overload protector shuts the motor off fre-
quently, check for a possible voltage problem.
Low voltage can also be suspected when:
1. the motor does not get up to full power or
speed;
2, fuses b!ow out when starting the motor;
3. lights dim and remain dim when motor is
started and running.
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