Craftsman 921.153101 User Manual
Owner’s Manual
AIR COMPRESSOR
3-gallon
1.6 HP (max developed)
1 HP Running
Oil Lubricated
Model No. 921.153101
CAUTION:
Before using this product,
read this manual and follow
all Its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A,
www.eeai’s.com/craftsman
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Safety Instructtons
tnstallation & Operation
Matntenance & Storage
Troubleshooting Guide
Parts List
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Warranty,
Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions & Guidelines
Specifications.........................................................................
Glossary-
Duty Cyde
Parts & Features
Installation & Assembly......................................................
Operating Procedures............................................................
Maintenance...........................................................................
Storage..................................................................................
Troubleshooting Guide.
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ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN AIR COMPRESSOR
If this Craftsman Air Compressor fails due to manufacturafs defects in material or workmanship
within one year of the date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR
SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES and It will be replaced or repaired (at our option),
free of charge .
If this Air Compressor is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90
days from the date of purchase. This warranty gives you spedfic legal rights and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state
Sears, Roebuck and Co., DepL 61 TWA,
HoTfman Estates. IL $0179
Safety Instructions
The information iistsd below should be read and
understood by the operator. This inforrnation is given to
protect the user while operating and storing the air
compressor. We utffize the symbols below to allow the
reader to recognize important information about their
safety
A DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
A WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situatian which, if not
avoided, could resuK in death or serious injury
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury
When used without (he safety alert symbol indicates a
potentfaliy hazardous situation virhich. if not avoided, may
- t)»ult in propeity damage.;
A CAUTION
CAUTION
Important Safety Instructions and Guidelines
• Sav0 all Instructions
A WARNING
Improper operation or maintenance of this product could resuh In serious injury and/or property damage. Read and
understand all of the warnings and safety instructions provided before using this equipment
The air compressor should be operated on a dedicated I5amp circuit. If the circuit does
not have 15 free amps availabis, a larger circuit must be used. Always use more air
CAUTION
Risk of Moving Parts
-hose before utitizirtg extension cords. All extension cords used must be 12 gauge with
a maximum len^i of 25 ft. The circuit fuse type must be a time delay. Low voltage could
cause damage to the motor. -
If the air compressor is In operation, all guards and covers should be attached or
installed correctly. If any guard or cover has been damaged, do not operate the
'equipment until the proper personnel has cotrectly repaired the equipment The power
-cord should be free of any moving parts, twisting and/or crimping while in use and while
in storage.
Risk of Burns
Risk of Falling
Risk from
Flying Objects
There are surfaces on your air compressor that while in operation and thereafter can
cause serious burns If touched. The equipment should be allowed time to cool before
any maintenance is attempted. Items such as the compressor pump and the outlet tube
are normally hot during arid after operation.
Gyration of the air compressor should always be in a posidon that is stable. Never use
the air compressor on a rooftop or elevated position that could allow the unit to fall or
-be tipped over. Use additional air hose for elevated jobs.
Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses with side shields virhen the air
compressor is in use. Turn off the air compressor and drain the air tank before
performing any type of maintenance or disassembly of the hoses or fittings. Never point
any nozzle or sprayer toward any part of the body or at other people or animals.
Important Satoty Insinielions & Quit/ellneB
Risk to Breathing
Risk of
Electrical Shock
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RisIlOf
Explosion oi nn
Rick of Bursting
Avoid using ihs air compressor In conHnod areas. Always have adequate space
(12 inches) on all sktas oF the air oompreasor. Also keep children, pats, and others out
of the area of operation. This air compressor does net provide breathable air for anyone
or any auMliary breathing device. Spraying material will always need to be in another
area away from the air compressor to not allow Intake air to damage the air compressor
filter,
Never utilize tha air compressor in the ram or wet conditions. Any electrical issues or
repairs should be performed by autiiorized peiaonnel such as an electrician and should
comply with all national and local electrical codes. The air compressor should also have
the proper three prong groundmg plug, correct voltage, and adequate fuse protection.
fNayer opeóte tte compresor.near combustible materials, garollne'cr soKjerit ya^j^;'
If spraying flammable materials, locate me air compressor at least 20 feet array from
the spray area. Never operate the air compressor indoors or In a confined area
Always drain the air compressor tank daily or after each use. If the tank develops a leak,
then replace the air compressor. Never use the air compressor after a leak has been
found or try to make any modifications to the tank. Never modify the air compressor's
factory settings which control the tank pressure or any other fundón.
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Specifications
Pump .........................................Oil-lube direct drive-
Motor Induction
Bore
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Stroke
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Voltage Single Phase
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..........................1.65"
1.S HP max developed,
1 HP tunning
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>20 VAC
Glossary
CFM: Cubic feet per minute.
SCFM: Standard cubic Feet per minute; a unit of maasure
for air dellve^.
PSIG: Pounds per square Inch gauge; a unit of measure
ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
California Code: Unit rnsy comply with Canfomla Code
for pressure.
462 (I) (2)/ (M) (2).
Cut'In Pressure; The air compressor will automatically
start to refill the tank when the pressure drops
below the prescribed minimum
Duty Cycle
This IS a 50% duty cycle air compressor. Do not run the air
could damage toe air compressor.
compressor more than 30 minutes of one hour. Doing sc
Minimum Circuit Requirement__15 Amps
Air Tank Capacity
Cul4n Pressure
Cut-out Pressure
SCFMOSOPSI.............................2.4
Cui-Out Pressure; The point at which the motor stops
when the tank has reached maximum air
pressure.
Code Certification: Products that bear one or more of -
the following marks: UL, CUL,'ETL, CSA, have ■
been evaluated by OSHA-oertifled Independent
safety laboratories and meet the applicable
Underwriters Laboratories Standards for Safety
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. .125 PSI
^ Gatigns
95 PSI
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