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OWNERS

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

919.176731

919.176831

IMPORTANT:

Read the Safety Guidelines

and Alt instructions

Carefully Before Operating

CRAFTSMAN AIR COMPRESSOR

ASSEMBLY

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

REPAIR PARTS

(3)

Record in the spaces provided.

(1) The model number which can be

found on the label on the rear of the

air tank.

(2) The code number which can be

found on the foil label on the rear of

the air tank.

The Manufacturers Number

(MFG...) (ASME Code Compres

sors only) is located on the metal

data plate which Is welded onto the

backside of the air tank. (This data

plate is painted the same color as the

tank.)

(4) The Motor Manufacturers name

which is located on the motor label

or specification plate.

The Motor Mfg. number - also

located on the motor label or specifi

cation plate.

Retain these numbers for future

reference.

Model No..

Code No. _

Mfg. No. __

(5)

Motor Mfg. Name.

Motor Mfg. No

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.

SI-30-14-4-D 6/89

Summary of content (18 pages)

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OWNERS MANUAL MODEL NO. CRAFTSMAN AIR COMPRESSOR 919.176731 919.176831 Record in the spaces provided. (1) The model number which can be found on the label on the rear of the air tank. (2) The code number which can be found on the foil label on the rear of the air tank. (3) The M a n u f a c t u r e r s N u m b e r ( M F G . . . ) (ASME Code Compres sors only) is located on the metal data plate which Is welded onto the backside of the air tank. (This data plate is painted the same color as the tank.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page WARRANTY. .3 SAFETY GUIDELINES WARNING CHART.... ............................................................................................... 3 SPECIFICATION CHART.............. ........................... ............................................... . 5 GLOSSARY.................................................................................................................. 5 ACCESSORIES FOR USE WITH SEARS AIR COMPRESSORS............................. .
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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON AIR COMPRESSORS If this air compressor fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, return it to the nearest Sears Service Center/Department throughout the United States and Sears will repair it, free of charge. If this air compressor is used for commercial or rental purposes, the warranty will apply for ninety days from the date of purchase.
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WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT Hot Parts The compressor head and tubes get hot when the air compressor is running. If you touch them, you can be seriously burned. Never touch the air compressor head or tubes dur ing or immediately after operation. Flammable Vapors it is normal for the motor's electrical contacts to spark when the compressor starts or stops. A spark can ignite flammable vapors from gasoline, flammable paints or solvents and cause a fire or explosion.
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SPECIFICATION CHART 2" 120/240“ 15 amp“* Fusetron Type “T” 20 80 919.176830 3 11.3 2%" 2" 120/240“ 15 amp*“ Fusetron Type “T” 20 ASME 80 100 100 8.8 7.7 7.3 Yes 8.8 919.176730 3 11.3 Model No. Horsepower Displacement CFM Bore Stroke Voltage-Single Phase Minimum Branch Circuit Requirement ‘Fuse Type 2Vs" Air Tank Capacity - Gallons Approximate Cut-in Pressure Approximate Cut-out Pressure SCFM (a) 40 psig SCFM (a) 90 psig SCFM ((V 100 psig U.L. Listed 77 7.
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ACCESSORIES FOR USE WITH SEARS AIR COMPRESSORS The following accessories are available through the current general sales catalog or at full-line Sears stores.
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Pressure Switch: The pressure switch automaticaily starts the motor when the air tank pressure drops below the factory set “cut-in" pressure. It stops the motor when the air tank pressure reaches the factory set “cut-out" pressure. Regulator: The air pressure coming from the air tank is controlled by the regulator knob. Turn the knob clockwise to increase pressure and counterclockwise to decrease pressure.
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installing Tank Pressure Gauge Apply pipe sealant (not supplied) to the gauge threads and install in the threaded opening in front of the manifold. Refer to photo on pg. 6. Installing Regulator (Top View) It may be necessary to brace or support one end of the outfit when attaching the wheels b e c a u s e the air compressor w i l l h a v e a tendency to tip. Installing Rubber Foot Strip and Wheels 1. Remove the protective paper strip from the adhesivebacked rubber foot strip.
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Grounding instructions WARNING Ì IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK. IN THE EVENT OF A SHORT CIRCUIT, GROUNDING REDUCES THE RISK OF SHOCK BY PROVIDING AN ESCAPE WIRE FOR THE ELECTRIC CUR RENT. THIS AIR COMPRESSOR MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. 1. The air compressor is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire and 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.
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WAiNÎNG J NOTE If the drain cock valve is plugged, release all air pressure. The valve can then be removed, Scteaned, and reinstalled. WAT£ft mti comEHSE m the air IF MOT CHAINED, WATER WILL CORRODE Af^D WEAKEN THE AIR TANK, CAtJSir^G 4 BISK OF AIR TAI-IK RUPTOBE. 11. With tank pressure at approximately 20 psL, open the drain cock (key 43, pg. 14) and allow moisture to drain. Turn drain T-handie counterclockwise to open. The drain cock is located under the outfit near the leg without the wheels.
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2. Remove the front of the belt guard by disengaging the snaps, insert a fiat biaded screwdriver at each snap location and pry the beitguard apart. 3. The motor is mounted on a special base. By loosening the wing nut at the motor hold down plate, the motor can be tilted to allow for easy removal of the belt. 4. Remove belt and replace. NOTE if the overload protector shuts the motor off fre quently, check for a possible voltage problem. Low voltage can also be suspected when: 1.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (continued) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Air leaks at check valve Defective or dirty check valve. 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. Remove and clean, or replace check valve. DO NOT OVER-TiGHTEN. Air leaks at pressure switch release valve Defective pressure release valve. Remove and replace the release valve. Air leaks in air tank switch Defective check valve.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (continued) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Excessive beit wear Loose belt. Adjust tension. See Belt Replacement, pg. 11. Tight belt. Adjust tension. See Belt Replacement, pg. 11. Loose pulley. Check for worn keyway or pulley bore. Also check for bent motor shaft. Replace parts if necessary. Pulley misalignment. Motor pulley and flywheel must be in line within 1/32". Loose belt. Adjust tension. See Belt Replacement, pg. 11. There is no oil in the compressor. Add oil.
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AIR COMPRESSOR DIAGRAM (view from back) 37 (Model No, shown here) (See pg.
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COMPRESSOR PÜMP DiäGRÄ^ 62 Г'“ Э1
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PARTS LIST KEY NO.
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1 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 ✓ 64 • 65 C-BT-222 SSN-1619-ZN SSN-56-ZN C AC-1 oil SSF-6627 CAC-293 SSF-955 SS-8553 SSP-9401 CAC-291 265-25 • 66 67 • 63 SSF-9821 CAC-294 265-196 69 ✓ 70 + 71 + 72 4> 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 ✓ 84 85 86 ✓ 87 88 89 90 91 ✓ 92 ✓ 93 CAC-289 CAC-54-1 CAC-56 CAC-58 CAC-57 CAC-55 265-19 CAC-207 265-410 SSF-927 CAC-51 265-41 SSP-1413 SSF-925 265-3 265-16 CAC-373 265-23 265-13 265-9 265-2 SSN-1014-ZN STD523107 265-111 265-6 Poly-V-Belt, 38" long Lock washer Fiat washer El
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SBAm OWNERS MANUAL SERVICE MODEL NO. 919.176730 919176830 HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS I CRAFTSMAN AIR COMPRESSOR Now that you have purchased your Sears Air Compressor, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck and Co. stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.