Storage - Craftsman 919.184193 Owner's Manual

ADDITIONAL SERVICE
Disassembly or service of the air
compressor beyond what is covered
in this manual is not recommended. If
Before you store the air compressor, make sure you do the following:
Review the Maintenance section on the preceding pages and perform
1.
scheduled maintenance as necessary.
Drain water from air tank. See To Drain Tank under Maintenance.
2.
tank rupture.
3. Protect the electrical cord and air hose from damage (such as being stepped
on or run over). Wind them loosely around the compressor handle.
4. Store the air compressor in a clean and dry location.
voltage sources, compressed air, or moving parts. Before servicing unit
unplug or disconnect electrical supply to the air compressor, bleed tank of
pressure, and allow the air compressor to cool.
PROBLEM
Excessive
tank pressure
- safety valve
pops off
Air leaks at
fittings
Air leaks at or
inside check
valve
Air leaks at
pressure switch
release valve
Water will condense in the air tank. If not drained, water
will corrode and weaken the air tank causing a risk of air
TROUBLESHOOTING
Risk of Unsafe Operation. Unit cycles automatically when
power is on. When servicing, you may be exposed to
CAUSE
Pressure switch does
not shut off motor when
compressor reaches "cut-
out" pressure.
Pressure switch "cut-out"
too high.
Tube fittings are not tight
enough.
Check valve seat
damaged.
Defective pressure switch
release valve.
additional service is required, contact
your nearest Authorized Warranty
Service Center.

STORAGE

Move Auto/Off lever to the "Off"
position, if the unit does not shut off
contact a Trained Service Technician.
Contact a Trained Service Technician.
Tighten fittings where air can be
heard escaping. Check fittings with
soapy water solution. DO NOT OVER
TIGHTEN.
A defective check valve results in
a constant air leak at the pressure
release valve when there is pressure in
the tank and the compressor is shut
off. Replace check valve. Refer the
To Replace or Clean Check Valve
in the Service and Adjustments
section.
Contact a Trained Service Technician.
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CORRECTION