
SE_AR8
OWNERS
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
919,150270
Listed
7"21Y
Air
Compressor
CRAFTSMAN
COMPACT AIR COMPRESSOR
Record In the spaces provided.
(1) The model number which can be
found On the Io1_1on the back of tha
unit.
IMPORTANT
Read the Safety Guideline=;
and All Instructions
Carefully Before Operstlng
S1_30-0_2-C !t/88
(2) The date €ode number which can be
found on t_e foil lahet onme bottom
ofthe unlL
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
REPAIR PARTS
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.
Retain mue numbers for future
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY ....................................................... 3
SAFETY GUIDELINES AND CHART .............................. 3
WARNING CHART ................................................. 4
SPECIFICATION CHART .......................................... s
.GLOSSARY ........................................................ ,5
GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................ 5
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION .................................. 5
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................... 6
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................... 6
Tools Needed for AssemDly......................................... 6
Installing RubberFeet ............................................. 6
INSTALLATION AND START-UP PROCEDURES ................. 6
L_ation of Air Compressor......................................... 6
Extension Cords .................................................. 6
GroundingInstructions............................................. 6
OPERATING PROCEDURES ..................................... 7
MAINTENANCE ................................................... 7
Air Int_<eFilter- Replacement...................................... 7
Motor............................................................ 7
WiringDiagram........................................... "........ 8
STORAGE ......................................................... 8
GUIDE TO ACCESSORIES ................................. 8
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..................................... 9
AIR COMPRESSOR DIAGRAM ................................... lo
ust ........................................................ _o
COMPRESSOR PUMP DIAGRAM ............................... 11
Parts List ....................................................... 11
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS ............................... 12

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
ON AIR COMPRESSORS
If this air compressor fails due to a def_-t in material orworkmanship within one year from the
date of purchase, return it to the nearest Sears Service Canter/Department throughout the United
States and Sears will repair it, free of charge.
Ifthis air compressor is used for commercial or rental purposes, the warranty will apply for ninety
days from the date of purchase,
This warranty gives you specifm legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state
to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Sears Tower, Dept. 698/731 CR.W, Chicago, IL 60884
SAFETY GUIDELINES
This manual cont_ns information that is important for you tO know and understand.
This information relates to YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
To help yOurecognize this information, we use the following symbols. Please read the manual and
pay attention to tho_e sections.
URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A
HAZARD THAT W/LL CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
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WARNING ..........
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION -
A HAZARD THAT MIGHT CAUSE
SERIOUS iNJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
information for preventing damage 1o
equipment.
NOTE
Information that you should pay special
attention to.
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HAZARDSCAN OCCUR IF EQUIPMENT IS NOT USED PROPERLY.
READ THE FOLLOWING CHART
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WHAT TO LOOK FOR HOW TO PREVENT IT
Hot Parts The top of the compressor gets Nevertouchthetopoftheaircompressor during
hot when the compresSOris run- or immediately after operation. Always use the
ning. If you touch it, you may be handle,
seriously burned.
Flammabie _/a_ It is normal for the motor's etectri- The air compressor must only be used in well
cal contacts to spark when the ventilated areas, free of gasoline or SOlvent
compressor starts or stops. A vapors.
spark can ignite flammable
vapors from gasoline or SOlvents, Do not operate the compressor white you are
causing an explosion or fire. carrying it, or in the spray amiL
om eased Ai Compressed air can propel dust, Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward a per-
Toxic Vapors ....
Electricity
Unsuitable
Solvents
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dirt or loose particles itcomes in Son or any part of the body.
contact with.
Always wear safety goggles or glasses when
using the air compre6sor.
Always turn the air compressor off before
attaching or removing accessodas.
Too much air pressure applied to
air tools or accessories can
cause damage or riskof bursting.
It is normal for compressed air to
contain toxic or irritating vapors.
Such vapors are harmful if
inhaled.
Certain materials you are spray-
ing (like palm, weed Idller,sand or
insecticide) can be harmful if you
inhale them.
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Your air compresSOr is powered
by electricity. Like any other elec-
trically powered device, if It is not
used propertyitcan cause electri-
cal shock.
and Methylene Chloride can
chemically react with aluminum
used in paint spray guns, paint
pumps, etc., and cause an explo-
sion. These solvents can also
react with galvanized compo-
nents and cause corrosion and
weakening of parts, This wilt not
affect your air compressor, but it
may affect the equipment you
use.
Check the manufacturer's maximum pressure
rating for air tools and accessodes. Regulator
outlet pressure must never e_ceed the max-
imum pressure rating.
Never dim°tly inhale the compressed air pro-
duceq by this unit.
Read and follow the safety instructions pro-
vtded on the label or safety data sheet for the
material you are spraying. Use a respirator
mask if there is a chance of inhaling anything
you are spraying. Read all instructions.., be
sum that the respirator mask is suitable for yOur
application.
Aiways unplug the air _pressor priorto main- "
tenance or repair.
Never use the air compressor in the rain.
Always plug the cord into an electrical outlet
with the specified voltage and adequate fuse
protection.
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Read the label or data sheet supplied with the
material you intend to spray. If it contains the
solvents listed do not use accessories that con-
tain aluminum or galvanized parts. You must
either change the material you intend to spray,
or use only stainless steel spray equipment.
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