Applications; How To Use Your Air Compressor; Using The Inflation Hose With Thumb-Lock Connector - Craftsman 107.16574 Owner's Manual

APPLICATIONS

Air compressors are utilized in a variety of air system applications.
Match hoses, connectors, air tools, and accessories to the
capabilities of the air compressor.
You may use this tool for purposes listed below:
Operating air powered tools requiring less than
1.8 SCFM @ 90 PSI or 2.6 SCFM @ 40 PSI.
Powering pneumatic nail guns, infl ating tires, cleaning /
blowing with pressurized air.

HOW TO USE YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR

See fi gures 6 - 7.
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make
you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second
is suffi cient to infl ict serious injury.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure
to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury.
CAUTION
Do not use in an environment that is dusty or
otherwise contaminated. Using the air compressor in this type
of environment may cause damage to the unit.
Ensure the tank drain valve is closed (see fi g. 6).
Ensure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF (O) position and the
air compressor is unplugged (see fi g. 6).
Ensure the pressure regulator knob is turned fully
counterclockwise (see fi g. 6).
Pressure
regulator knob
If not already installed, attach the hose to the compressor.
Apply thread sealing tape to male threaded end of the male
connector fi tting. Attach 1/4 in. NPT male connector fi tting to
accessory or tool you intend to use (see fi g. 7).
Coil hose
1/4 in. male
with quick
connector
coupler
fitting
attached
On/Off
switch
Drain
valve
Fig. 6
Long infl ation
chuck
Thread
sealing
tape
Blow gun
Fig. 7
Connect the air powered tools to the air hose by inserting the
male quick-connect plug to the quick-coupler at the end of the
hose (see fi g. 7).
WARNING
Always ensure the switch is in the OFF
(O) position and the regulator pressure gauge reads zero
before changing air tools or disconnecting the hose from the
air outlet. Failure to do so could result in possible serious
personal injury.
Connect the power cord to the power supply.
Turn the ON/OFF switch to the ON (I) position.
Rotate the pressure regulator knob to the desired line
pressure. Turning the knob clockwise increases air pressure
at the outlet; turning the knob counterclockwise reduces air
pressure at the outlet.
NOTE: Before connecting or disconnecting air tools, turn the
regulator knob counterclockwise to stop the fl ow of air.
Following all safety precautions in this manual and the
manufacturer's instructions in the air tool manual. You may
now use your air-powered tool.
If using an infl ation accessory with a quick-connect fi tting,
control the amount of air fl ow with the pressure regulator knob.
Turning the knob fully counterclockwise will completely stop
the fl ow of air.
NOTE: Always use the minimum amount of pressure
necessary for your application. Using a higher pressure than
needed will drain air from the tank more rapidly and cause the
unit to cycle on more frequently.
When fi nished, always drain the tank and unplug the unit.
Never leave the unit plugged in and/or running unattended.
WARNING
Check the air tool manual to insure the
correct air pressure regulator setting for optimum operation of
your air tools. If you are using an air tool not originally included
with the air tool kit supplied with this air compressor, your tool
may require more air consumption than this air compressor is
designed to supply.
Always read your air tool owner's manual to match the correct
air supply to your air tool to avoid damage to the tool or risk of
personal injury.
USING THE INFLATION HOSE WITH THUMB-
LOCK CONNECTOR
Infl ating tires:
See fi gures 8 - 11.
Make sure the ball-valve at the base of the infl ation hose is in
the OFF position (vertical to the hose) (Fig. 8).
Ball-Valve
closed
10
Fig. 8