Transport And Lifting; Applications; How To Use Your Air Compressor - Craftsman 107.16874 Manual Del Propietário

TRANSPORT AND LIFTING
Transport
See figure 5.
Pull the telescopic handle (see fig. 5) out until it locks into
place.
NOTE: This handle is only for pulling the unit. DO NOT lift the
unit by this handle.
To lower handle push it down.
Lifting
See figure 6.
For lifting the unit use only the red carry handle (see fig. 6).

APPLICATIONS

Air compressors are utilized in a variety of air system applications.
Match hoses, connectors, air tools, and accessories to the
capabilities of the air compressor.
You may use this tool for purposes listed below:
Operating air powered tools requiring less than
2.8 SCFM @ 90 PSI or 3.5 SCFM @ 40 PSI.
Powering pneumatic nail guns, inflating tires, cleaning /
blowing with pressurized air.
HOW TO USE YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR
See figures 7 - 8.
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make
you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second
is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure
to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury.
CAUTION
otherwise contaminated. Using the air compressor in this type
of environment may cause damage to the unit.
Ensure the tank drain valves are closed (see fig. 7).
Ensure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF (O) position and the
air compressor is unplugged (see fig. 7).
Ensure the pressure regulator knob is turned fully
counterclockwise (see fig. 7).
Pressure
regulator knob
Fig. 5
If not already installed, attach the hose to the compressor.
Connect the air powered tools to the air hose by inserting the
male quick-connect plug to the quick-coupler at the end of the
hose (see fig. 8).
Fig. 6
Coil hose with quick
coupler attached
Fig. 8
WARNING
position and the regulator pressure gauge reads zero before
changing air tools or disconnecting the hose from the air outlet.
Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.
Connect the power cord to the power supply.
Turn the ON/OFF switch to the ON (I) position.
Rotate the pressure regulator knob to the desired line
pressure. Turning the knob clockwise increases air pressure
at the outlet; turning the knob counterclockwise reduces air
pressure at the outlet.
NOTE: Before connecting or disconnecting air tools, turn the
regulator knob counterclockwise to stop the flow of air.
Following all safety precautions in this manual and the
manufacturer's instructions in the air tool manual. You may
now use your air-powered tool.
10
Do not use in an environment that is dusty or
On/Off
switch
Pneumatic
Male connector
Always ensure the switch is in the OFF (O)
Fig. 7
tool
fitting