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Operating Procedures 

Daily Start-Up Procedures 
1.  Set the Auto-On/Off lever to the Off position. 
2. Inspect the air compressor, air hose, and any 

accessories/tools being used for damage or 
obstruction. If any of these mentioned items 
are in need of repair/replacement, contact 
your local authorized service dealer before 
use. 

3. Close the drain valve. 
4. Check the oil level of the pump. 
5.  Connect the air hose to the quick connect 

socket on the regulator assembly by inserting 
the quick connect plug on the air hose into 
the quick connect socket. The quick connect 
socket collar will snap forward and lock 

 
 
the plug into place providing an airtight seal 

between the socket and plug.  To release the 
air hose, push the collar back on the quick 
connect socket. 

6.  Plug the power cord into the proper  
     receptacle. 
7. Turn the Auto-On/Off lever to the On-Auto 

position and the compressor will start and 
build air pressure in the tank to cut-out 
pressure and then shut off automatically. 

8. Adjust the regulator to a PSI setting that is 

needed for your application and be sure it is 
within the safety standards required to 
perform the task. If using a pneumatic tool, 
the manufacturer should have 
recommendations in the manual for that 
particular tool on operating PSI settings. 

9.  The air compressor is now ready for use. 

 

 

 

 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Daily Shut-Down Procedures 
1.  Set the Auto-On/Off lever to the Off position. 
2.  Unplug the power cord from the receptacle. 
3.  Set the outlet pressure to zero on the 

regulator. 

4.  Remove any air tools or accessories. When 

draining the tank, always use ear and eye 
protection. Drain the tank in a suitable 
location; condensation will be present in  
most cases of draining. 

5.  Open the drain valve allowing air to bleed 

from the tank. After all of the air has bled from 

  

the tank, close the drain valve to prevent 

debris buildup in the valve. 

CAUTION! 

When draining the tank, always use ear and eye protection. 
Drain the tank in a suitable location; condensation will be 
present in most cases 
of draining. 

 

WARNING!

 

Water that remains in the tank during storage 
will corrode and weaken the air tank which could 
cause the tank to rupture. To avoid serious injury, 
be sure to drain the tank after each use or daily. 

Summary of Contents for 218.10012

Page 1: ...CAUTION Before using this product read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Operation Maintenance Storage Troubleshooting Guide Parts List Transform SR Brands Management LLC Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A 08 08 2019 ...

Page 2: ...ONE YEAR from the date of sale this product is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship WITH PROOF OF SALE return a defective product to the retailer from which it was purchased for free replacement This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of sale if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person This warranty gives you spec...

Page 3: ...t be used Always use more air hose before utilizing extension cords All extension cords used must be 12 gauge with a maximum length of 25 ft The circuit fuse type must be a time delay Low Voltage could cause damage to the motor Risk of Moving Parts 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 ope...

Page 4: ...place the air compressor Never use the air com pressor 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 function Specifications Pump Oil lube direct drive Motor 1 0 HP Induction Bore 1 65 Stroke 1 26 Voltage Single Phase 120 VAC Minimum Circuit Requirement 15 Amps Glossary CFM Cu...

Page 5: ... the tank pressure is above the maximum rated pressure Pressure Relief Valve The pressure relief valve located on the side of the pressure switch is designed to automatically release compressed air when the air compressor reaches cut out pressure The released air should only escape momentarily and the valve should then close Outlet Tube Tank Drain Valve Regulator The pressure coming from the air t...

Page 6: ...service dealer Assembly 1 Remove air compressor manual air filter assembly and accessories from packaging 2 Remove the plastic plug from the compressor intake port see diagram below 3 Install the filter in the compressor intake port see diagram below 4 Remove the oil fill cap from the crankcase and fill until the oil reaches the top of the red dot in the sight glass Oil capacity is 2 7 oz see belo...

Page 7: ...Extension Cords Use only a 3 wire extension cord that has a 3 blade grounding plug and a 3 slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the product Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw Cords must not exceed 25 feet and 12 AWG must be used An undersized cord will cause a drop in li...

Page 8: ...to a PSI setting that is needed for your application and be sure it is within the safety standards required to perform the task If using a pneumatic tool the manufacturer should have recommendations in the manual for that particular tool on operating PSI settings 9 The air compressor is now ready for use Daily Shut Down Procedures 1 Set the Auto On Off lever to the Off position 2 Unplug the power ...

Page 9: ...led from the tank and allowed time to cool before any maintenance is performed CAUTION To ensure efficient operation and longer life of the air compressor unit a routine maintenance schedule should be followed The following schedule is geared toward a consumer whose compressor is used in a normal working environ ment on a daily basis Storage For storing the air compressor be sure to do the followi...

Page 10: ...ure drop when the accessory is used replace the regulator NOTE Adjust the regulated pressure under flow conditions while accessory is being used It is normal for the gauge to show minimal pressure loss during initial use of the tool Excessive tank pres sure Move the Auto On Off lever to the Off position If the unit doesn t shut off unplug it from the power source and contact a service technician M...

Page 11: ...9 Craftsman Air Compressor Model 218 10012 Exploded View ...

Page 12: ...12 x 34 mm 1 26 B 46 005 Ring Snap 12 mm 2 27 B 29 001 Ring scraper Dia 42 mm 1 28 B 29 001 Ring compression Dia 42 mm 2 29 C 36 022 Baffle rubber 1 30 C 03 006 Cover crankcase 1 31 C 33 001 Gauge oil sight with seal 1 32 C 45 085 Screw hex flange head M5 x 12 mm 10 33 C 26 004 Oil fill cap with O ring 1 34 B 04 019 Centrifugal switch 1 35 C 45 108 Screw round head phillips M5 x 10 mm 2 36 C 45 06...

Page 13: ...be relief outlet OD 6 mm 1 60 E 44 001 Nut hex compression G1 8 1 61 F 22 034 Cord Power SJT16 2M 1 62 F 46 050 Terminal Y type 1 5 4U 2 63 F 46 051 Terminal O Type 1 5 4O 1 Note Any part kit field without a number is not available Descriptions are provided for reference only The Kit column means that the part being offered is only in a kit One of each part per kit is included ...

Page 14: ...For product questions or to order replacement parts call 1 877 636 0533 ...

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