Glossary; Duty Cycle; Specifications - Craftsman 16953 Operator's Manual

Important Safety Instructions & Guidelines
Risk of Breathing
Risk of
Electrical Shock
Risk of
Explosion or Fire
Risk of Bursting

Specifications

Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil-Free
Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1/3 HP (Universal)
Bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.98 in.
Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.67 in.
Voltage Single Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 VAC
Minimum Circuit Requirement . . . . . . . . . . 2.9 Amps

Glossary

CFM: Cubic feet per minute.
SCFM: Standard cubic feet per minute;
a unit of measure for air delivery.
PSIG: Pounds per square inch gauge;
a unit of measure for pressure.
ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
California Code: Unit complies with
California Code 462 (l) (2)/ (M) (2).

Duty Cycle

This is a 50% duty cycle air compressor. Do not run the air compressor for a combined total of more than
30 minutes in the space of one hour.
Avoid using the air compressor in confined areas. Always have adequate
space (12 in.) on all sides of the air compressor. Also keep children, pets,
and others out of the area of operation. This air compressor does not provide
breathable air for anyone or any auxiliary breathing device. Spraying material
will always need to be in another area away from the air compressor to not
allow intake air to damage the air compressor filter.
Never utilize the air compressor in the rain or wet conditions. Any electrical
issues or repairs should be performed by authorized personnel such as an
electrician and should comply with all national and local electrical codes.
The air compressor should also have the proper three prong grounding plug,
correct voltage, and adequate fuse protection.
Never operate the compressor near combustible materials, gasoline or
solvent vapors. If spraying flammable materials, locate the air compressor
at least 20 ft. away from the spray area. Never operate the air compressor
indoors or in a confined area.
Always drain the air compressor tank daily or after each use. If the tank
develops a leak, then replace the air compressor. Never use the air compressor
after a leak has been found or try to make any modifications to the tank.
Never modify the air compressor's factory settings which control the tank
pressure or any other function.
Air Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Gallons
Cut-in Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 PSI
Cut-out Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 PSI
SCFM @ 90 PSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.4
Cut-In Pressure: The air compressor will
automatically start to refill the tank
when the pressure drops below the
prescribed minimum.
Cut-Out Pressure: The point at which the
motor stops when the tank has reached
maximum air pressure.
Code Certification: Products that bear one or
more of the following marks: UL, ULc, ETL,
CSA, have been evaluated by OSHA-certified
independent safety laboratories and meet the
applicable Underwriters Laboratories
Standards for Safety.
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