Craftsman 919.15216 - Manual (Page 13)

13 - ENG
Check Valve: When the air
compressor is operating, the check
valve is "open", allowing compressed
air to enter the air tank. When the
air compressor reaches "cut-out"
pressure, the check valve "closes",
allowing air pressure to remain inside
the air tank.
Check
Valve
Motor Overload Protector (not
shown): The motor has an automatic
reset thermal overload protector. If
the motor overheats for any reason,
the overload protector will shut off the
motor. The motor must be allowed to
cool down before restarting. The com-
pressor will automatically restart after
the motor cools.
HOW TO USE YOUR UNIT
How to Stop
Set the On/Off switch to "Off" .
Before Starting
Do not operate
this unit until you
read this instruction manual for
safety, operation and maintenance
instructions.
Before Each Start-Up
1. Set the On/Off switch to "Off".
2. Plug the power cord into the
correct branch circuit receptacle.
(Refer to Voltage and Circuit
Protection paragraph in
the Installation section of
this manual.)
3. Turn the regulator knob counter-
clockwise to set the outlet
pressure to zero.
4. Attach hose and accessories.
Risk of unsafe
operation. Firmly
grasp air hose in hand when
installing or disconnecting to
prevent hose whip.
Risk of unsafe
operation. Do not
use damaged or worn accessories.
NOTE: The hose or accessory will
require a quick connect plug if the air
outlet is equipped with a quick con-
nect socket.
Risk of Bursting.
Too much air
pressure causes a hazardous risk of
bursting. Check the manufacturer’s
maximum pressure rating for air
tools and accessories. The regulator
outlet pressure must never exceed
the maximum pressure rating.
Risk of Property
Damage. Compressed
air from the unit may contain wa ter
condensation and oil mist. Do not
spray un fil tered air at an item that
could be damaged by moisture.
some air tools and accessories
may require filtered air. Read the
in struc tions for the air tools and
accessories.
How to Start:
1. Set the On/Off switch to "On"
and allow tank pressure to build.
Motor will stop when tank pressure
reaches "cut-out" pressure.
2. Turn regulator knob clockwise to
increase pressure and stop when
desired pressure is reached.
If any unusual
noise or vibration
is noticed, stop the compressor
immediately and have it checked by
a trained service technician.
The compressor is ready for use.