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NOTE
Ifthe overload protector shuts the motor off fre-
quently, check for a possible voltage problem.
Low voltage can also be suspected when:
!. the motor does not get up to fult power or
speed;
2. fuses blow out when the motor is started.
3. lights dim when motor is started, and remain
dim while it is running,
Belt - Replacement
t WARNING
SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE MAY
OCCUR IF PARTS OFTHE BODY OR LOOSE
ITEMS GET CAUGHT IN MOVING PARTS.
NEVER OPERATE THE OUTFIT WITH THE
BELT GUARD REMOVED. THE BELT GUARD
SHOULD BE REMOVED ONLY WHEN THE
COMPRESSOR IS UNPLUGGED.
To Replace Belt:
1. Unplug compressor.
2. Remove the front of the belt guard by disengaging the
snaps, Insert a flat bladed screwdriver at each snap
location and pry the beltguard apart.
3. The motor is mounted on a special base. By loosening
the wing nut at the motor hold down plate, the motor
can be tilted to allow for easy removal of the belt.
4. Remove belt and replace.
NOTE
The belt must be centered over the grooves on
the flywheel and motor pulley.
5. Tighten the wing nut until it makes contact with the
washer plus one additional turn.
6. Replace the front of the beltguard.
To Adjust Belt Tension:
1.Tighten the wing nut until it contacts the washer, plus
one more turn.
Pulley and Flywheel - Alignment
The compressor flywheel and motor pulley grooves
must be in-line (in the same plane) within 1/32"to assure
belt alignment within grooves. To check alignment, dis-
connect electrical power and remove the beltguard.
Place a straightedge against the outside of the flywheel
and measure the distance from it to the nearest groove.
Alignment isachieved when the other end of the straight-
edge is within 1/32"of the measured dimension at the
pulley groves.
STORAGE
Before You Store The Air Compressor:
1. Review the "Maintenance" section on the preceding
pages and perform maintenance as necessary. Drain
th,e water from the air tank.
2. Set the OFF/AUTO switch to the "OFF" position, and
unplug the unit,
3. Remove the air tool or accessory.
4. Protect the electrical cord and air hose from damage
(such as being stepped on or run over). Wind them
loosely around the outfit handle,
5. Store the compressor in a clean and dry location.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
WARNING
PERFORMING REPAIRS MAY EXPOSE VOLTAGE SOURCES, MOVING PARTS, OR COM-
PRESSED AIR SOURCES. PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR. PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING ANY
REPAIRS THE COMPRESSOR MUST BE UNPLUGGED AND TANK PRESSURE RELIEVED.
NEVER OPERATE THE UNIT WITH THE BELT GUARD REMOVED.
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Excessive tank pressure -
safety valve pops off.
Pressure switch does not shut off
motor when compressor reaches
"cut-out" pressure.
Move the pressure switch lever to the "OFF" posi-
tion. If the outfit doesn't shut off, and the electrical
contacts are welded together, replace the pressure
switch.
If the contacts are good, check to see if the pin ir
the bottom of the pressure relief valve is stuck. If i
does not move freely, replace the valve=
Pressure switch "cut-out" too Return the outfit to the Sears Service Center t(
high. check and adjust or replace switch.
Air leaks at fittings Tube fittings are not tight enough. Tighten fittings where air can be heard escaping
Check fittings under soapy water solution. DC
NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.
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