Installation And Break-In Procedures; Location Of Air Compressor; Lubrication And Oil; Extension Cords - Craftsman 919.152921 Owner's Manual

iNSTALLATiON AND BREAK-iN PROCEDURES
Location of the Air Compressor
Locate the air compressor in a clean, dry and well
ventilated area. The air filter must be kept clear of
obstructions which could reduce air delivery of the air
compressor. The air compressor should be located at
least 12" away from a wall or other obstructions that will
interfere with the flow of air. The air compressor head
and shroud are designed to allow for proper cooling.
Lubrication and Oil
This unit needs no lubrication or oiling.
Extension Cords
Use extra air hose instead of an extension cord to avoid
voltage drop and power loss to the motor, and to prevent
overheating.
If an extension cord must be used, be sure it is:
• a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade ground-
ing plug, and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the
plug on the product
• in good condition
• no longer than 50 feet
• 12 gauge (AWG) or larger. (Wire size increases as
gauge number decreases. 10AWG and 8AWG may
also be used. DO NOT USE 14 OR 16 AWG.)
120 Volt Models 240 Volt Models
White
15 AMP PLUG OUTLET
GROUNDING -_
PIN
20 AMP PLUG
GROUNDING J_
PIN
OUTLET
Voltage and Circuit Protection
Refer to your Parts List Manual for the voltage and circuit
protection requirements of your compressor. Use only
a fuse or circuit breaker that is the same rating as the
branch circuit the air compressor is operated on. If the
compressor is connected to a circuit protected by fuses,
use only dual element time delay fuses.
Certain air compressor models can be operated on a 15
amp circuit if:
1. Voltage supply to circuit is normal.
2. Circuit is not used to supply any other electrical
needs (lights, appliances, etc.).
3. Extension cords comply with specifications.
4. Circuit is equipped with a 15 amp circuit breaker or
15 amp time delay fuse.
If any of the above conditions cannot be met, or if
operation of the compressor repeatedly causes inter-
ruption of the power, it may be necessary to operate it
from a 20 amp circuit. It is not necessary to change the
cord set.
If repairing cord or plug, the grounding wire must be kept
separate from the current-carrying wires. Never connect
the 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.
If these grounding instructions are not completely un-
derstood, or if in doubt as to whether the compressor is
properly ground-ed, have the installation checked by a
qualified electrician.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
RiSK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. in the event of
a short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This air compressor must be
properly grounded.
The portable air compressor is equipped with a cord
having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding
plug. The plug must be used with an outlet that has been
installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances. The outlet must have the same
configuration as the plug. DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER.
Inspect the plug and cord before each use. Do not use
if there are signs of damage.
IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN RESULT IN
ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
Do not modify the plug that has been provided.
if it does not fit the available outlet, the correct
outlet should be installed by a qualified
electrican.