Glossary; Accessories; Duty Cycle - Craftsman 919.167802 User Manual

Become familiar with these terms
before operating the unit.
CFM: Cubic feet per minute.
SCFM: Standard cubic feet per
minute; a unit of measure of air
delivery.
PSIG: Pounds per square inch
gauge; a unit of measure of pressure.
Code Certification: Products that
bear one or more of the following
marks: UL, CUL, ETL, CETL, have
been evaluated by OSHA certified
independent safety laboratories and
meet the applicable Underwriters
Laboratories Standards for Safety.
Cut-In Pressure: While the motor is
off, air tank pressure drops as you
continue to use your accessory.
When the tank pressure drops to a
certain low level the motor will restart
This unit is capable of powering the following Accessories. The accessories are
available through the current Power and Hand Tool Catalog or full-line Sears
stores.

Accessories

• In Line Filter
• Tire Air Chuck
• Quick Connector Sets (various
sizes)
• Air Pressure Regulators
• Oil Fog Lubricators
This air compressor pump is capable
of running continuously. However, to
prolong the life of your air
compressor, it is recommended that a
50%-75% average duty cycle be

GLOSSARY

automatically. The low pressure at
which the motor automatically
restarts is called "cut-in" pressure.
Cut-Out Pressure: When an air
compressor is turned on and begins
to run, air pressure in the air tank
begins to build. It builds to a certain
high pressure before the motor
automatically shuts off - protecting
your air tank from pressure higher
than its capacity. The high pressure
at which the motor shuts off is called
"cut-out" pressure.
Branch Circuit: Circuit carrying
electricity from electrical panel to
outlet.
To Lock Out Power: Place a lock on
the line power switch so no one else
can turn on the power.
ACCESSORIES
•

DUTY CYCLE

maintained; that is, the air
compressor pump should not run
more than 30-45 minutes in any given
hour.
9-ENG
Air Hose: 1/4", 5/16", or 3/8" OR
1/2" inside diameter in various
lengths
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