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SEARS, ROEBUCK & COMPANY, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

WARRANTYFULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEARS CRAFTSMAN AIR COMPRESSORIPOWER SUPPLY.

If this Sears Craftsman # ~ 15045 fails to give complete satisfactionwithin one year from date of purchase, return it to any Sears store.in the United States and Sears will repair or replace. it, free ofcharge.

If this Sears Craftsman # ~ 15045 is used for commercial or rentalpurposes, the warranty applies for only ninety (90) days from the dateof purchase.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have otherrights which vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., DEPARTMENT 609HOFFMA; ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for Buying the CRAFTSMAN CORDLESS AIR COMPRESSORAND 12 VOLT POWER SUPPLY.

SEVERAL IMPORTANT POINTS ABOUT YOUR AIR COMPRESSOR ANDPOWER SUPPLY

1. Your Craftsman Cordless Air Compressor and 12 Volt Power Supply workson a built-in maintenance free sealed lead acid rechargeable battery can berecharged by AC or DC Power.

2. Yqur Craftsman Cordless Air Compressor and 12 Volt Power Supply will notbe fully charged at the time of purchase. It must be recharged by the A.C.

charger for 13-15 hours or by the p.c, par p.fln~rYfqr ~74hqHr~:Ple~~(;}read section in this manual on charging for ·full Instq..lptjPI1&:~hq.~flf~Quards.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SAFEGUARDS1. Do not continue to operate the unit after YELLOW LIGHT comes on.

RECHARGE THE UNIT IMMEDIATELY.Overdischarge will cause battery failure.

2. Only use the provided AC Charger.

3. Avoid charging battery in ambient temperature below 5°C( 40°F) or above 40°C ( 105°F).

4. Do not operate unit while charging.

o. Do not put unit near fire or inflammable gas.

6. Do not expose unit to rain.

1. Do not put metal objects into DC 12V OUTPUT Socket.

;- ~;ever use a fuse with higher amps and replace with DC 12V-;5 c"""'P fuse only.

~.. The compressor is capable of delivering pressure up to 250PSI. To avoid over inflation, NEVER exceed recommendedpressure on articles to be inflated. Bursting articles cancause serious injury.

11. Always check pressure with pressure gauge. Never leavecompressor unattended while in use.

12. Never attempt to start the car engine while the unitis still connected to the car's cigarette lighter plug.Fuse blowout may occur.

13. Recharge the unit every 3-5 months even if the unit ishas not been used. This will keep the battery at optimumoperating levels.

14. Never carry the unit by the hose.

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FUNCTIONS

1. A Cordless, Portable Rechargeable 250 P.S.1. Air Compressorthat can be recharged from AC or DC current for inflatingcar tires, bicycle tires, sports balls, air mattresses, andrecreational equipment.

2. A Cordless, Portable Rechargeable Multi Purpose 12 Volt ( DC )Power Supply that can be recharged from AC or DC current andoperates all 12 Volt Electrical Appliances ... Celiulartelephones, televisions,. spotlights, electrical tools,vacuum cleaners etc.

OPERATION

This Craftsman Model #9 15045 Cordless Air Compressor and 12 Volt PowerSupply has been made with care a id pride to specific Craftsmancriteria. Pease otlow these O. eratinq Instructions for best andsafe results.

Accessories Included ( LOCATED ON BOTTOM SIDE OF UNIT)

1. AC Charger with 6 Ft Cord2. 6 Ft Long D.C. f2 'Volt Recha-rging Cord3. 15 Amp Fuse4. 3 Nozzle Adapters for Inflation Needs

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (See Operating Illustrations)

The Cordless Air Compressor and 12 Volt Power Supply is operated by a 3-Way-Switch located on the top of the unit.

Position 1: OFF/RECHARGE: Main power is turned off and thebattery can be recharged by ACor DC current if necessary.

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Position 2: POWER ON-CHECK CHARGE:

The DC Power Supply is functionalin this position and 12V accessoriescan be plugged into 12V power outletfor operation. Also the battery chargecan be checked when in this positionas the indicator lights will display.

Position 3: AIR COMPRESSOR The Air Compressor will turn-onON: in this mode.

A. 12 Volt Power Supply Operation

The Power Supply will supply power to all 12V DC itemswith a 15 amp or less power rating by simply pluggingyour desired item into the 12 Volt power outlet on theTOP of the unit. Put the on/off switch in the Power On/Check charge Mode (Position 2) to operate this function.The Power Supply is now on and the indicator lights willcome on to confirm the status of the battery charge; DONOT attempt to power items higher than DC 12V 15 amprating. If $0, you will blow the fuse and damage may occurto the unit.

NOTE: The working times for the 12 Volt Cordless Power Supply"<~-;"7- :-E.::'=-~: '3 =:;'-'':' c""';argsd are as f llows:

jAPPLlANCE VACUUM PORTABLE CELLULAR SPOT RADIO VIDEOEXAMPLES CLEANER TV PHONE LIGHT CASSETTE RECORDER

POWERCONSUMPTION 84W 8W 10W 55W 15W 10W(WADS)

CONTINUOUSWORKING TIME 2 HRS 10 HRS BHRS 1 HRS 3HRS 6HRS(APPROX)

The above list are typical examples for your reference and can vary slightly.

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B. Air Compressor Operation

1. Unwrap the Air Hose from the body of the compressor.

2. Push Down and" Lock" the universal tire valve onto thevalve stem or use the appropriate adapter if inn~ti'rigballs, air mattresses, etc.

3. Put the switch in the "Compressor On" Position(Position 3) and the unit will inflate what ever itemyou are inflating.

4. Check the pressure gauge to make sure the necessary andcorrect amount of air pressure (P.S.I.) is being used.

5. When the desired amount of pressure is reached, switchback to the OFF position (Position 1) and rewrap theair hose around compressor.

NOTE:· The working times for fully charged Compressor are asfollows:

Car Tires -- -Bike Tires Sport Balls _ _Pool Toys -

Inflation 8 Tires to 35 Tires to 190 Sport 30 AssortedTimes 32 PSI 45 PSI Balls to Tubes/Pools

11 PSI to 1 PSI

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CAUTIOit )tHow Compressor to Cool 10 minutes after 15 minutesOf continuous operation or overheating may occur.

CHARGflMl JNSTRUCTIONSThe batterycan he recharged over and again (typically 800-1000 times) provided the operating procedures are followedcorrectly ..

It is recommended that the engine be running when the unit isrecharging If you are charging off of DC 12V power.

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Check the battery charge by putting the switch in the middleposition (Position 2). The indicafor lights will come onIndicating:

A. Needs ChargingWeak Battery

B.• Fully Charged Battery

The BATTERY INDICATOR LIGHTS on the top of the unit will indicatethe built-in battery condition once the switch is pushed to CENTERposition (Position 2). The GREEN LIGHT indicates a chargedbattery. The YELLOW LIGHT indicates the battery is low and needsrecharging. The RED LIGHT will appear when you are charging theunit from AC or DC power.

CAUTION: If the YELLOW LIGHT comes on first, the battery is weakand needs recharging. Do not continue to operate theunit after GREEN LIGHT turn OFF, RECHARGE THE UNITIMMEDIATELY. If the battery power is totally drained,it may not be rechargeable. For maintaining thebattery power, recharge the battery once 3-5 monthseven if the unit is unattended.

AC CHARGING METHOD - BY AC 115V HOUSEHOLD CURRENT

= :::.=- -=-::::: :::;-51','':::'-; ":.~ ':"16 OFF/RECHARGE position (Positlon1).2. Insert the jack of AC charger into recharging port on top of unit.3. Plug charger into the correct household AIC electrical outlet

(make sure in voltage is correct).4. TheRED.CHARGING LIGHT will come on to confirm charging

proceeding. Recharging time is 13 to 15 hours by AC charger.

O~"eHARGING METHOD - BY DC 12V RECHARGING CABLE VIACIGARETTE LIGHTER PLUG

1. Place the power switch to OFF/RECHARGE position (Position 1).2. Plug the jack of recharging cord into recharging port on top

panel below indicator light.3. Plug the cigarette plug into 12V car's cigarette lighter socket.4. The RED CHARGING LIGHT will illuminate to confirm charging

proceeding. Recharging time is approximately 3 hours with the carengine running.

CAUTION: Recharging while car engine is not running may drain car'sbattery and IS NOT RECOMMENDED.

FUSE REPLACEMENT

1. Make sure that the switch is on OFF/RECHARGE position(Position 1) and the 12V OUTPUT socket is disconnected.

2. Insert flat object into slot to open fuse cover on bottom side of unit.3. Replace new 15A FUSE ONLY, close the cover.

--""'---- SPECIFICAT-IONS

Power Supply Output: DC 12V 15A 180W Max

Air Compressor Output: 250 PSI pressure Max

Built-In Battery: Sealed Lead-Acid Maintenance FreeRechargeable Battery DC 12V 7AH.

Recharging time: AC Charger 13-15 hours12V Car Battery 3 hours (appox),While driving

Weight: 9 Ibs 2 oz

Dimensions: 12 3/16" l x 7 9/16"W x 4 1/2"H

Fuse: 15ARepiaceabie

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OPERATING ILLUSTRATIONS

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