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SEARS OWNERS MANUAL MODEL NO. 919.176210 919,176311 919.176320 919.176330 IMPORTANT Read the Safety Guidelines and All Instructions Carefully Before Operating BI-30-og.1-D 5/85 CRAFTSMAN AIR COMPRESSOR Record In the spaces provided. (1) The model found on the label on the front Of the air tank saddle.
Motor ... Pressure Release Valve ... MAINTENANCE Replacing Air Intake Filter ... Checking Safety Valve ... Checking and Changing Oil ... Location of Air Compressor ... Draining Water From Air Tank ... Replacing Belt ... Storage ... AIR COMPRESSOR DIAGRAM ...
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.
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HAZARD AREA i ii Hot Parts Air compressors get hOt when running. Serious burns may re- sult if touched. Air Tank Air pressure or mechanical loads that are higher than design loads may cause the tank to rupture. Changes to the air tank structure will cause the tank to weaken Tank rupture or explosion may occur.
220.240 volt operation. Instructions for connecting the motor for operation at 220-240 volt can be found printed on the inside of the motor cover or on the nameplate of motor. "A c/muir breaker is also acceptable. MODEL #919.178311 (1 HP) air compressor ated on a 15 amp circuit provided the following conditions...
GENERAL INFORMATION You have purchased an air compressor outfit consisting of a 2 cylinder single stage air compressor pump with air tank, an air hose assembly, wheels, a foot extension bracket and handle. You will also find an air chuck and a helpful"Power Painting With Sprayers"...
PlaCe unit on a level surface. Remove oil fillplug (51) and slowly add a special compressor oil such as Sears 9H6426 or SAE 20=20W SF motor oil until it is even with the top of the oil fill hole. When filling the crankcase, the oil flows into itvery slowly.
PR,=SSURE LOADS BEYOND LIMITS MAY CAUSE TANK RUPTUR- _ OR -XFLOSIOi'.:. PRESSURE SWITCH OPERA- TfON IS RELATED TO MOTOR HP, TANK F_ATIN3 AF_D SAFETY VALVE SETTING. DO NOT ATT__,,-IPT TO ADJUST D-FEAT THE PRESSURE CHANGE At;D t_ODIFY ANY PRESSURE CONTROL RELATED DEVICE.
Sears Air Filter can be installed on the air outlet adapter to remove excess moisture. Follow the instruc- lions packaged with the air filter for proper installation.
Key No. 64, 66, 68 only available as part of valve kit KK-4275. 1" Internal parts can be purchased as regulator repair kit KK-4294. ACCESSORIES FOR USE WITH SEARS CRAFTSMAN COMPRESSORS THE CURRENT GENERAL SEARS CATALOG OR AT FULL LINE SEARS STORES. 1. Spray Guns 2. Sandblasters 3. P_int Tanks 4, Blow Guns 5.
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Check wiring connection inside pressure switch. Pressure switch cover can easily be removed by lifting cover at rear of switch. Return to Sears Service Center to check and replace if necessary. Unless motor is visibly damaged, remove motor and have it checked at local Sears Service Center.
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PROBLEM Air Leaks (Cont'd) Restricted Air Intake Squealing Souncl No oil in compressor, ii i i ,, Low Discharge Pressure Prolonged excess v,. use of air. Restricted air intake filter. Belt too loose. Hole in hose. iKnocking Loose pulley. Low oil level. Flywheel loose.
AIR COMPRESSOR 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 Seam, Roebuck and Co. stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.