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SK RS
CRAFTSMAN
NOTE:
For identification of Re-
pair Parts, see separate
Parts
List Manual.
IMPORTANT:
Read the Safety Guidelines
and All Instructions
Carefully
Before
Operating
GENERAL MANUAL FOR
PERMANENTLY
LUBRICATED
TANK MOUNTED
AIR COMPRESSOR
SAFETY
GUIDELINES
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
REPAIR
PARTS
Record in the spaces provided.
(1) The model number which can be
found on the maintenance label on
the top of the motor cover or on the
tank.
(2) The code number which can be
found on the foil label on the rear of
the air tank.
(3) The Manufacturers Number is lo-
cated on the metal data plate which
is welded onto the backside of the
air tank. (This data plate is painted
the same color as the tank.)
Retain these numbers for future
reference.
Model No.
Code No.
I Mfg. No.
MG-OILFREE
1/20/94
I
Sears,
Roebuck
and Co., Chicago,
IL 60684
U.S.A.
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- Page 1 SK RS GENERAL MANUAL FOR CRAFTSMAN PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED TANK MOUNTED AIR COMPRESSOR NOTE: For identification of Re- pair Parts, see separate Parts List Manual. Record in the spaces provided. (1) The model number which can be found on the maintenance label on the top of the motor cover or on the tank.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page WARRANTY ............................SAFETY GUIDELINES ......................... WARNING CHART ..........................GLOSSARY ............................ACCESSORIES FOR USE WITH SEARS AIR COMPRESSORS ..........GENERAL INFORMATION ........................DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION ....................... ASSEMBLY ............................INSTALLATION AND BREAK-IN PROCEDURES ................Location of Air Compressor ...................... -
Page 3: Safety Guidelines
SAFETY GUIDELINES This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the following symbols. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION... - Page 4 SAFETY GUIDELINES WHAT LOOK WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward a personor Compressed Compressed air can propel dust, dirt or loose particles any part of the body. it comes in contact with. These propelled particles may cause serious injury or damage.
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Page 5: Glossary
GLOSSARY Cut-In Pressure: While the motor is off, air tank pressure CFM: Cubicfeet per minute. drops as you continue to use youraccessory.When the tank SCFM: Standard cubic feet per minute; a unit of measure pressure drops to a certain low level the motor will restart automatically. -
Page 6: Description Of Operation
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION SafetyValve: Ifthe pressure switch does notshutoffthe air Air Compressor Pump: To compress air, the piston compressor at itscut-out press ure setting, the safety valve moves up and down in the cylinder. On the downstroke, air will protect the tank against high pressure by =popping out" isdrawn inthrough the air intake valves. -
Page 7: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Tighten securely. The outfit will sit level if the wheels Installing Wheels, Handles, Rubber are properly installed. Foot Strip Clean and dry underside of air tank leg opposite wheels. Remove the protective paper strip from the adhesive backed rubber foot strip. Attach the rubber THE WHEELS AND HANDLE DO NOT PRO- foot strip to the bottom of leg. -
Page 8: Grounding Instructions
Referto Parts List Manual for your compressor. Certain If repairing cord or plug, the grounding wire must be kept separate from the current-carrying wires. Neverconnectthe air compressor models can be operated on a 15 amp circuit if: grounding wire to a flat blade plug terminal. The grounding wire has insulation with an outer surface that is green- with or without yellow stripes. -
Page 9: Operating Procedures
OPERATING PROCEDURES Always operate the air compressor in well-venti Before attaching air hose or accessories, make sure lated areas; free of gasoline or other solvent the OFF/AUTO lever is set to "OFF" and the air vapors. regulator is closed. Do not operate the compressor near the spray Attach hose and accessories. -
Page 10: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE UNIT CYCLES AUTOMATIOALLYWHEN POWER IS ON. WHEN DOING MAINTENANCE, YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO VOLTAGE SOURCES, COMPRESSEDAIROR MOVING PARTS. PERSONAL INJURIES CAN OCCUR. BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR, UNPLUG THE COMPRESSOR AND BLEED OFF ALL AIR PRESSURE. ALL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPERATIONS NOT LISTED MUST BE DONE BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. -
Page 11: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PERFORMING REPAIRS MAY EXPOSE VOLTAGE SOURCES, MOVING PARTS OR COM- PRESSED AIR SOURCES. PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR. PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING REPAIRS, UNPLUG THE COMPRESSOR AND BLEED OFF TANK AIR PRESSURE. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Pressure switch does not shut off motor Move the pressure switch lever to the "OFF"... - Page 12 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Air leak from safety valve. Possible defect in safety valve. Operate safety valve manually by pulling on ring. If valve still leaks, it should be replaced. Defective check valve. Remove and clean, or replace. Knocking Noise Prolonged excessive use of air.
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Page 16: Howto Order Repair Parts
SEARS GENERAL MANUAL FOR CRA_SMAN PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED TANK MOUNTED AIR COMPRESSOR SERVICE 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 Sears stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.