Craftsman 226165290 Owner’s Manual

Operator's Manual

CRRFTSHRNo

Permanently Lubricated

Tank Mounted

AIR COMPRESSOR

Model No.

226.165290

CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions before First Use

of this Product.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60171_L' _,&,

17939.00 Draft (01/07/02)

• Safety Rules

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

Warranty ....................................... 2

Safety Rules .................................... 2

Glossary ..................................... 2-3

Installation.................................... 3-4

Operation .................................... 4-6

Maintenance .................................. 6-7

Storage ....................................... 7

Troubleshooting ................................ 8-9

Parts Illustrationand List ....................... 10-11

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN AIR COMPRESSOR

If this Craftsman air compressor fails due toa defect in materi- al or workmanshipwithin one full year from the date of pur- chase, return itto the nearest Sears Service Center in the

United States, and Sears will repair itfree of charge.

If this air compressor is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies foronly 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty gives you specific legal rightsand you may also

have other rightswhich vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL

60179

WARNING: For your own safety read all of the instructions and precautions before operatingtool.

CAUTION: Always follow proper operating procedures as defined in this manual even it you are familiar with use of this

or similar tools. Remember that being careless foreven a fraction of a second can result in severe personal injury.

• Always operate the compressor in a well ventilated area free of combustible materials, gasoline or solvent vapors,

• If sprayingflammable materials, locate compressor at least

20 feet away from spray area. An additional length of hose may be required. Store flammable materials in a secure location away from compressor.

• Never place objects against or on top of compressor. Operate compressor in an open area at least 12 inches

away from any wall or obstructionthat would restrictthe flow of fresh air to the ventilation openings.

• Operate compressor isa clean, dry,well ventilated area.

Do not operate unit indoors or in any confined area.

• Always remain in attendance with the productwhen it is

operating.

• Drain tank daily or after each use. If tank develops a leak,

replace it immediately with a new tank or replace the

entire compressor. Never drillinto, weld or make any modificationsto the tank

or its attachments.

• The tank is designed to withstand specific operating pres- sures. Never make adjustments or parts substitutionsto alter the factory set operating pressures.

• For essential controlof air pressure, you must install a pressure regulator and pressure gauge to the air outlet (if

not equipped) of your compressor. Follow the equipment manufacturers recommendation and never exceed the

maximum allowable pressure rating of attachments. Never use compressor to inflate small low-pressure objects such

as children's toys, footballs, basketballs, etc. Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses with

side shields when using the compressor. Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward any part of the

body or at other people or animals. Always turn the compressor off and bleed pressure from

the air hose and tank before attempting maintenance, attaching tools or accessories.

Never operate the compressor outdoorswhen it is raining or in wet conditions.

Never operate compressor with protective coversremoved or damaged.

Any electrical wiring or repairs required on this product should be performed by authorized service center person-

nel in accordance with national and local electrical codes.

• Make certain that the electrical circuitto which the com- pressor is connected provides proper electrical grounding,

correct voltage and adequate fuse protection.

• Air obtained directly from the compressor should never be used to supply air for human consumption. In order to use

air produced by this compressor for breathing, suitable fil- ters and in-line safety equipment must be properly

installed. In-line filters and safety equipment used in con- junction with the compressor must be capable of treating

air to all applicable local and federal codes prior to human consumption.

• Work in an area with good cress-ventilation. Read and fol- low the safety instructions provided on the label or safety

data sheets for the material you are spraying. Use a NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator designed for use with

your specific application.

• Never touch any exposed metal parts on compressor dur- ing or immediately after operation. Compressor will remain

hot for several minutes after operation.

• Do not reach around protective shrouds or attempt mainte- nance until unit has been allowed to cool.

Always operate compressor in a stable secure position to prevent accidental movement of the unit. Never operate

compressor on a roof or other elevated position. Use addi- tional air hose to reach high locations.

Become familiar with these terms before operating the unit. CFM: Cubic feet per minute.

SCFM: Standard cubic feet per minute; a unit of measure of air delivery.

PSIG: Pounds per square inch gauge; a unit of measure of pressure. Code Certification: Products that bear one or more of the

following marks: UL, CUL, ETL, CETL, have been evaluated

by OSHA certified independent safety laboratories and meet

the applicable Underwriters Laboratories Standards for Safety.

Cut-In Pressure; While the motor is off, air tank pressure drops as you continue to use your accessory. When the tank

pressure drops to a certain low level the motor will restart automatically. The low pressure at which the motor automati- cally restarts is ca[led "cut-in" pressure.

Cut-Out Pressure: When an air compressor is turned on and begins to run, air pressure in the air tank begins to build, it

builds to a certain high pressure before the motor automati- cally shuts off - protecting your air tank from pressure higher

than its capacity. The high pressure at which the motor shuts off is called "cut-out" pressure.

Branch Circuit: Circuit carrying electricity from electrical panel to outlet.

LOCATION OF THE AIR COMPRESSOR

Locate the air compressor in a clean, dry and well ventilated

area. The air compressor should be located at least 12" away from the wall or other obstructions that will interfere with the

flow of air. The air compressor pump and shroud are designed to allow for proper cooling.The ventilation openings on the

compressor are necessary to maintain proper operating tem- perature. Do not place rags or other containers on or near

these openings.

POWER SOURCE

The motor is designed for operation on the voltage and fre- quency specified. Normal loads will be handled safely on volt-

ages notmore than 10% above or below specified voltage. Running the unit on voltages which are not within range may

cause overheating and motor burn-out. Heavy loads require that voltage at motor terminals be no lessthan the voltage specified on nameplate.

Air compressor requires a 115 volt, 60 Hz power source,

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Improper connection of equipment grounding

conductor can result in the riskof electricalshock. Equipment should be grounded while inuse to protect operator from

electrical shock,

• Check with a qualified electrician if you do not understand grounding instructions or if you are in doubt as to whether

the tool is properly grounded.

• This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord rated up to 240V and a 3-prong grounding type plug rated

at 115V (See Figure 1) for your protection against shock hazards.

• Grounding plug should be plugged directly into a properly installed and grounded 3-prong grounding-type receptacle,

as shown (See Figure 1).

Properly Grounded Outlet --"

Grounding Preng __

3 Prong Plug __

Figure 1 - 3-Prong Receptacle

fit in outlet, have proper outlet installed by a qualified

electrician.

• Inspect tool cords periodically, and if damaged, have repaired by an authorized service facility.

• Green (or green and yellow) conductor in cord is the grounding wire. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the green (or green

and yellow) wire to a live terminal.

• Where a 2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it must be replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle

installed in accordance with National Electric Code and local codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Any receptacle replacement should be per-

formed by a qualified electrician.

A temporary 3-prong to 2-prong groundingadapter (See Figure 2) is available for connecting plugs to a two pole outlet

if it is properlygrounded.

Grounding Lug Make Sure This

\ =_=,==_1_Is Connected

Adapter__S. _=_'--- ,,=,,,, To A Known

3-Pron__ Ground

2-Prong Receptacle

Figure 2 - 2-Prong Receptacle with Adapter

• Do not use a 3-prong to 2-prong groundingadapter unless

permitted by local and national codes and ordinances. (A

3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter is not permitted in

Canada.)

• Where a 3-prong to 2-prong grounding adapter is permit- ted, the rigid green tab or terminal on the side of the

adapter must be securely connected to a permanent elec- trical ground such as a properly grounded water pipe, a

properly grounded outlet box or a properly grounded wire system,

• Many cover plate screws, water pipes and outlet boxes are

not properly grounded. To ensure proper ground, ground- ing means must be tested by a qualified electrician.

EXTENSION CORDS

• The use of any extension cord will cause some drop in

voltage and loss of power.

• Wires of the extension cord must be of sufficientsizeto

carry the current and maintain adequate voltage.

• Use the table to determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G.)

extension cord. Use only 3-wire extension cords having 3-prong grounding

type plugs and 3-pole receptacles which accept the tool plug.

If the extension cord is worn, cut or damaged in any way, replace it immediately.

• Do not removeor alter grounding prong in any manner. In the

event of a malfunctionor breakdown,groundingprovidesa path of least resistanceforelectricalshock.

WARNING: Do not permit fingers to touch the terminals of

plug when installingor removing from outlet.

• Plug must be plugged into matching outlet that is properly installedand grounded in accordance with all local codes

and ordinances. Do not modify plug provided. If it will not

EXTENSION CORD LENGTH

Wire Size A.W.G,

Upto50 ft ..................................... 12

NOTE: Using extension cords over 50 ft. long is not recommended.

VOLTAGE AND CIRCUIT PROTECTION

This air compressor can be operated on a 15 amp circuit if

the following conditions are met.

• Voltage supply through branch circuit is 15 amps.

• Circuit is not used to supply any other electrical needs (lights, appliances, etc.)

• Extension cords comply with specifications.

• Circuit is equipped with a 15 amp circuit breaker or 15 amp time delay fuse.

NOTE: If compressor is connected to a circuit protected by

fuses, use only time delay fuses marked "D".

If any of the above conditions cannot be met, or if operation of

the compressor repeatedly causes interruption of the power, it

may be necessary to operate it from a 20 amp circuit. It is not necessary to change the line cord.

DESCRIPTION The Draftsman permanently lubricated air compressor con-

sists of a one cylinder, single-stage air compressor pump and

air tank. This air compressor requires no oil. Your air compres- sor can be used for operating paint spray guns, air tools, blow

guns, nailers/staplers, air brushes and inflator kits. An inline are filter which removes moisture and dirt from compressed

air should be used where applicable. An inline regulator can be used if a more precise adjustment of air pressure is need-

ed downstream.

SPECIFICATIONS

HP (Max. Developed) ............................. 2

Displacement ............................. 4.6 CFM

Sore ....................................... 1.85"

Stroke ..................................... 0.86"

Voltage-Single Phase .......................... 115 V

Minimum Branch Circuit Requirement .............. 15A,

Fuse Type ............................. Amps Delay

Air Tank Capacity .......................... 6 Gallons

Approximate Cut-In Pressure .................. 110 PSI

Approximate Cut-Out Pressure ................. 135 PSI

SCFM@40 psi ................................. 3.9

SCFM@90 psi ................................. 2.7

AIR COMPRESSOR CONTROLS Refer to Figures 3, 4 and 5.

Become familiar with these controls before operating the unit.

• Auto/Off Lever= Turn this lever to "Auto" to provide auto-

matic power to the pressure switch and "OFF" to remove

power at the end of each use.

• Pressure Switch: The pressure switch automatically 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.

• Safety Valve: If the pressure switchdoes not shut off the air compressor at its "cut-out" pressure setting, the safety

valve will protect against highpressure by "popping out" at

itsfactory set pressure (Slightly higher than the pressure

switch"cut-out"setting).

• Outlet Pressure Gauge: The outlet pressure gauge indi- cates the air pressure available at the outlet side ofthe

regulator.This pressure is controlled by the regulator and is always less than or equal to the tank pressure.

• Tank Pressure Gauge: The tank pressure gauge indi-

cates the reserve air pressure in the tank.

• Regulator: Controls the air pressure shown on the outlet

pressure gauge. Turn clockwiseto increase pressure and counterclockwiseto decrease pressure. Thread nut against

knob to lock in place.

Tank

Pressure

Gauge

Figure 3 - Controls

• Drain Valve: The drain valve is located at the base of the air tank and is used to drain condensation at the end of

each use. Turn counterclockwiseto OPEN and clockwise to close.

3rain Valve

Figure 4 - Drain Valve

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