Additional Regulators And Controls; Lubrication And Oil; Break-In Procedures - Craftsman 919.167800 Owner's Manual

Additional Regulators and Controls
Since the air tank pressure is usually greater than that
which is needed, a separate regulator is usually
employed to control the air pressure ahead of any
individual air driven device.
Separate air transformers that combine the functions
of air regulation and moisture and dirt removal should
be used where applicable.
Lubrication and Oil
Compressors are shipped without oil. Do
not attempt to operate in order to check
wiring or for any reason without first
adding oil to the crankcase. Serious
damage to the pump can result from even
very limited use without oil. Fill crankcase
with recommended oil before=operating,
Remove the oil fill plug and fill the crankcase with
recommended oil. See page 15 in this manual for the
specific oil recommended for use in your compressor
unit. When filling the crankcase the oil flows in very
slowly. If oil is added too quickly, it will overflow and
appear full. Replace the oil fill plug.
Break-In Procedures
Serious damage may result if the following
break-in instructions are not closely
followed.
This required only once, before the air
corn put into service.
1. R¢ciieck compressor wiring. Make sure wires are
sec_ lt!,e at all terminal connections. Free all con-
tab1 iiof loose wire cuttings, etc.
2. Pe8 on the fuse disconnect orcircuit breakerto
th_ C N position and, if equ pped, turn the ON/
AUTt i OFF switch on the pressure switch to the
ON pasition.
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3. Ope 8 the air outlet valve fully to permit air to
es#a_e and prevent air pressure build-up in the
tank _uring the break-in period.
4. Rdn 'the compressor for 30 minutes. Make sure
th_ alt' outlet, or globe valve, is open and there is
noita_lk pressure build-up.
5. CI_C_ all air line fittings and connections/piping
fori aiHeaks by applying a soap solution. Correct
as i_ssary. Even minor leaks can cause this air
coml_essor to overwork, resulting in premature
break_down or inadequate performance.
6. Chsc_for excessive vibration and noise. Adjust air
coml_mssor belt guard as necessary to eliminate
ch_t _Re-adjust or shim the air compressor feet,
if nleq ,sary, for proper level.
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7. CIQs he outlet valve and let air compressor
pul_p jp to "cut-out pressure". Turn the air
comp Sssor off and check oil level. Add oil if
neqe_ _ary. Connect air hose to air outlet adapter.
Your c0m_ressor is now ready for use.
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