How To Use Your Unit; How To Stop; Before Starting; Before Each Start-Up - Craftsman 919.152163 Owner's Manual

Check Valve: When the air
compressor is operating, the check
valve is "open", allowing compressed
air to enter the air tank. When the
air compressor reaches "cut-out"
pressure, the check valve "closes",
allowing air pressure to remain inside
the air tank.
Motor Overload Protector (not
shown): The motor has a thermal
overload protector. If the motor
overheats for any reason, the overload
protector will shut off the motor. The
motor must be allowed to cool down
before restarting. To restart:
1. Set the On/Off lever to "Off" and
unplug unit.
2. Allow the motor to cool.
3. Plug the power cord into the
correct branch circuit receptacle.
4. Set the Auto/Off lever to "On"
position.
HOW TO USE YOUR UNIT
How to Stop
1. Set the On/Off switch to "Off".
2. Unplug unit when not in use.
Before Starting
Do not operate
this unit until you
read this instruction manual for
safety, operation and maintenance
instructions.
Before Each Start-Up
1. Set the On/Off switch to "Off".
2. Plug the power cord into the
correct branch circuit receptacle.
(Refer to Voltage and Circuit
Protection paragraph in
the Installation section of
this manual.)
3. Turn the regulator knob counter-
clockwise to set the outlet
pressure to zero.
4. Attach hose and accessories.
Risk of unsafe
operation. Firmly
grasp air hose in hand when
installing or disconnecting to
prevent hose whip.
Risk of unsafe
operation. Do not
use damaged or worn accessories.
NOTE: The hose or accessory will
require a quick connect plug if the air
outlet is equipped with a quick con-
nect socket.
Risk of Bursting.
Too much air
pressure causes a hazardous risk of
bursting. Check the manufacturer's
maximum pressure rating for air
tools and accessories. The regulator
outlet pressure must never exceed
the maximum pressure rating.
_Risk of Property
Damage. Compressed
air from the unit may contain water
condensation and oil mist. Do not
spray unfiltered air at an item that
could be damaged by moisture.
Some air tools and accessories
may require filtered air. Read the
instructions for the air tools and
accessories.
How to Start:
1. Set the On/Off switch to "On"
and allow tank pressure to build.
Motor will stop when tank pressure
reaches "cut-out" pressure.
2. Turn regulator knob clockwise to
increase pressure and stop when
desired pressure is reached.
lf any unusual
noise or vibration
is noticed, stop the compressor
immediately and have it checked by
a trained service technician.
The compressor is ready for use.
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