Craftsman 919.728000 - Manuel (Page 9)

9 — ENG D21245
Location of the Air Compressor
Operate the air compressor in a clean, dry and well
ventilated area. The fan bladed flywheel must be kept
clear of obstructions that could interfere with the flow of
air through the air intake filter. The pump crankcase and
head are designed with fins to provide proper cooling.
If humidity is high, an air filter can be installed on the air
outlet adapter to remove excessive moisture. Closely
follow the instructions packaged with the filter for proper
installation. It must be installed as close as possible to
the accessory.Do not place the air compressor where
heat is excessive.
When locating the compressor outside, make sure there
is a mimum of 12 inches on each side of the compres-
sor. There must be fresh air flow for proper cooling. DO
NOT ALLOW THE COMPRESSOR TO GET WET.
Lubrication and Oil
Compressors are shipped without oil. Do not
attempt to operate this air compressor
without first adding oil to the crankcase.
Serious damage can result from even limited
operation unless filled with oil and broken in
correctly. Make sure to closely follow initial
start-up procedures.
Place unit on a level surface. Remove oil fill plug and slowly
add a special compressor oil such as Sears 9-16426 or SAE
20-20W SF motor oil until it is even with the top of the oil fill
hole. (It must not be allowed to be lower than 3/8" -- 6
threads down -- from the top at any time.) When filling the
crankcase, the oil flows very slowly. If the oil is added too
quickly, it will overflow and appear to be full. Crankcase oil
capacity is 16 fluid ounces. Under winter-type conditions
use SAE 10W oil. Multi-viscosity oil, 10W 30, will leave
carbon deposits on critical components, reducing perfor-
mance and compressor life. Replace oil fill plug.
NOTE
Drain and refill the compressor pump crank-
case after the first 100 hours of operation.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. In the event
of a short circuit, grounding reduces the risk
of shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This air compressor must be
properly grounded.
This portable air compressor is equipped with a cord
having a grounding wire with an appropriate grounding
plug. The plug must be used with an outlet that has
BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
been installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances. The outlet must have the
same configuration as the plug. DO NOT USE AN
ADAPTER.
Inspect the plug and cord before each use. Do not use if
there are signs of damage.
IMPROPER GROUNDING CAN RESULT IN
ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
Do not modify the plug that has been provided. If it
does not fit the available outlet, the correct outlet
should be installed by a qualified technician.
If repairing or replacing cord or plug, the grounding wire
must be kept separate from the current-carrying wires.
Never connect the grounding wire to a flat blade plug
terminal. The grounding wire has insulation with an outer
surface that is green with or without yellow stripes.
If these grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the compressor
is properly grounded, have the installation checked by a
qualified electrician.
Voltage and Circuit Protection
Refer to your Specification Chart (page 6) for voltage and
circuit protection requirements of your compressor. Use
only a fuse or circuit breaker that is the same rating as
the branch circuit the air compressor is operated on. If
the compressor is connected to a circuit protected by
fuses, use only dual element time delay fuses.