Craftsman 921.153101 - Manual (Page 7)

operating Procedures
Dally Start-Up Procedures
© Set the Auto-On/Off lever to the Off position.
@ Check the air compressor visually for any damage
or obstruction.
® Close the drain valve.
® Check the oil level of the pump
® Connect the air hose to the quick connect socket on
the regulator assembly by inserting the quick connect
plug on the air hose into the quick connect socket. The
quick connect socket collar will snap fonvard and lock
the plug into place providing an air tigfrt seal between
the socket and plug. To release the air hose push the
collar back on the quick connect socket.
© Plug the power cord into the proper receptacle
©Turn the Auto-On/Otf lever to the On-Auto position and
the compressor will start and build air pressure In the
tank to cut-out pressure and then shut off automatically
© Adjust the regulator to a PSI setting that Is needed for
your application and be sure it is within the safety
standards required to perform the task, if using a
pneumatic tool, the manufacturer should have
recommendations in the manual for that particular
tool on operating PSI settings.
Note: The air compressor is now ready for use. The
following Inflation and cleaning accessories packaged
with this unit should only be operated at maximum
pressure of 20-30 PSI: blow gun. tapered nozzle, -
inflation needles, blow gun adapter.
Dally Shut-Down Procedurea
1. Set the Auto-OnfOff lever to the Off position
2. Unplug the power cord from the receptacle.
3. Set the outlet pressure to zero on the regulator.
4. Remove any air tools or accessories. When draining
the tank, always use ear and eye protection. Drain the
tank in a suitable location; ciondensation will be present
in most cases of draining.
5. Open the drain valve allowing air to bleed from the
tank. After all of the air has bled from the tank, close
the drain valve to prevent debns buildup in the valve.
A CAUTION
lA/hen draining the tank, always use ear and eye piotection.
Drain the tank in a suitable location; condensation will be
present In rnost cases of draining.
A WARNING
Water that remains In the tank dunng storage will corrode
and weaken the sir tank which could cause the tank to
rupture. To avoid senous injury, be sure to drain the tank
after each use or daily.