Craftsman Air Tools & Compressors - Answered Questions & Fixed Issues

Question edited for clarity. Question moved from Misc to correct category. By 'stride wire', do you mean just short across the switch? Yes you can but really you need to fix the problem. You know these things can blow up and spray shrapnel 30 feet? Google Craftsman (model) parts You may have a short in the motor, in which case, shorting it out won't fix it. https://www.google.com/search?q=Craftsman+Air+Compressor.+I+have+to+press+the+reset+button+on+it

regulator is bad, or tank is not low pressure. you could return it for another one.

capacitor weak --motor drawing to many amps if using extension cord[s] not correct or to far from source and causing to much voltage drop -motor faling--compressor failing

Most brands of air comperssors are built to work on either 220 or 110 v. I believe that 220 v compressors are more efficient and draw less current and run cooler.
The more expensive compressors have a switch allowing for voltage selection. Still others will have a wiring diagram printed on the motor allowing voltage change by changing jumpers. Most all of the sears compressors that I have repaired were of single voltage with no other way to change except change motor. Do not worry however, you have the better motor. It is easier to convert the outlet plug to 220 by isolating the circuit and installing a 220 v breaker. enjoy

question moved from Television and Video category. It is a well documented issue. https://fix-my-compressor.com/33-gal-craftsman-compressor-keeps-tripping-the-breaker/ Lots more here https://www.google.com/search?q=33+Gallon+Craftsman+compressor+it+runs+for+about+20-30+seconds+and+trips+breaker ..

https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model/2isi08jj41-000247/craftsman-106153781-air-compressor-parts https://aircompressorpartsonline.com/twin-cylinder-tank-type-paint-sprayer-106152781-p-721585.html https://mastertoolrepair.com/portable-singlestage-oilbath-electric-air-compressor-parts-106152581-p-49836.html

That model number only shows in this post. I don't see how a compressor can be 'oil-less', the friction and pressure is enormous! https://www.google.com/search?q=6.5+HP+oil-less+60-GAL+MOTOR+%22K56A28B23%22 ..

is the plunger sticking below the housing . if so push it back in with a screw driver

Craftsman Electric Stapler Model #193.684231 aka 9-68423. (Came out in 1984) Can take up to 5 different size staples depending on your project. One feature is the "dual power" knob at the top which allows you to use "HI" or "Low" impact depending on the size staple used. Sorry about the blurry pictures, they are sharp on my computer. Try Googling the model number or looking on EBay. "No. 6" means "Heavy Duty Wide Crown .417 size."

https://manualzz.com/doc/50653102/craftsman-15362-owners-manual

I have 351.181720 and the driver does not return. I've had this for years but it has not seen extremely hard use (probably less than 500 brads). Suggestions. [email protected]

its just stuck up try putting in a drop of oil first

Either the compressor or the motor is defective.

Either the unloader valve on the pressure switch is bad or the extension cord is too long or the start capacitor is weak. When the tank is full, unplug and try to turn by hand a few turns. Air should come out the unloader valve drain fitting.

Take the shroud off and check the plastic cover on the end of the motor. It has a tendency to crack the two mounting tabs off and then hang loose. When this happens the start and run capacitor switch disengages and will not let the compressor start and run until the switch is in the correct location. Get some longer screws and a flat strap to hold the cover on securely and it will run.

replace the faulty poppet valves in the compressor heads

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruutq28mOss https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tbJ6Xo26v8

https://www.manualslib.com/

This problem is not uncommon with small compressors and the inexpensive plastic regulators they use nowadays. The one surefire way to stop it is ti install in in-line valve before the regulator outlet, even if it involves the double ended & threaded brass soupler so they both fit on. This way you can just turn the handles across the line effectively shutting off air flow. I have two pancake compressors and ended up doing the very thing.

Then when time comes to hook up a hose and tool, just switch the handle back and you have air.

Sirwriter

It should be pretty straightforward. What are you looking for ?