Sears Air Compressors

106.175541 220 to 110 Conversion possible?  I received compressor recently passed down but it is wired for 220, can it be switched to 110? It is model 106.175541
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what is the cylinder head torque setting for a sears air compressor model 106.153784?  I replaced the flapper valves and now I'm ready to put the head back on but can't find info on the correct torque setting on the head bolts.

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60 Gallon AC Sears 919.184190   I have a Sears 919.184190 (Devilbiss) 7 HP 60 gallon compressor. It's always worked great but has an issue it's had since day one. When using the compressor ...

Sears Craftsman 33 gallon air-compressor. Model# - 919.167342 compressor won't shut off, pressure stops at 40 PSI  Sears Craftsman 33 gallon air-compressor. Model# - 919.167342.

Compressor won't shut off automatically and pressure will not increase beyond 40PSI....

Sears Craftsman Air Compressor .110- 220 conversion  Sears Craftsman Air Compressor . Model #919152920 4 hp ,110- 220 conversion. How do I convert my compressor from 110 volt to 220? This model is supposed ...

Sears 2HP-20GAL model #919.176320 starts to srtuggle  compressor starts, then when it gets to about 20 psi, the motor starts to stuggle and then trips the overload. Any ideas what might be going on? Thanks,...

electric compressor wont start  Sears model 919.165230 25 gal air compressor, pressure switch good, replace start capacitor, still wont start, do I have to replace run capacitor also?...

I need Piston Assembly for Sears Model 919.154330 compressor.   I've checked with Sears, they say part is no longer manufactured.

sears 5.4, 80 gal,240 volt...bogs   with te air built up past 90p.s.i. starts to bog down,slowing and shaken..??

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Shane, that's not a ton of info ...

sears craftsman 240volt Air compressor not working  How to repair my sears craftsman 240volt air compressor?

I brought my air compressor with me to Thailand when I moved here a month ago and today I ...

sears 919.156781 - I just bought this old compressor and I'd like to find a manual  No problems as of yet, I just bought this old compressor and I'd like to find a manual, and it has a 20 amp 110 plug end on it, looks factory, but I don'...

12 gallon 1 hp oil lubricated , model 921.166400  I recently returned my compressor to sears for repair and when i got it back it had the same issue as when I returned it. The issue is when I fill the ...

Sears 3 hp - Can I install a larger tank?  I have an old Sears 3 hp belt driven 33 gallon compressor,220 volt. Can I install the motor and pump on to a 60 gallon tank?

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Won't pressurize beyond 45 PSI  Has new cutoff/in switch and check valve-still won't build pressure beyond 45 psi. Oiless motor

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Sears vertical air compressor hose connection  I have a Sears vertical 20 gal 5hp air compressor. I took the damaged hose off to replace it. Connected the hose back to the reel, but do not remember ...

Old Sears Compressor, which dirrection does pump rotate?  I have just acquired a Sears Compressor from the 70's. It has a Leeson 230v motor that is not dual voltage. I have a nice Baldor 115v motor that I want ...

Sears 4hp 20 gallon compressor - compreesor builds to 40 psi then motor starts to really struggle and shut off  I have a Sears 4hp 20 gallon compressor that is exhibiting this condition in which it will start to run fine but as the pressure increases in the tank ...

Sears Craftsman 6 horse 60 gallon compressor won't hold...  I have a Sears Craftsman 6 horse 60 gallon compressor won't hold pressure. It runs but i will not hold pressure while I'm using it

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Sears Compressor - Model # 919.167311 30 gal  This compressor was given to me. It runs, builds up to 40 psi and won't cut off. It just keeps on running, and running, and running. What's the problem?...

What is the value of an old sears air compressor?  It is a twin cylinder tank compressor from sears. The model number is 106.175541. its from the 70's. I want just to know the value of it. I heard they ...

Sears 30 gal Air Compressor blows fuses  I hav a 30 gal compressor every time i turns it on it blow fuse in the house.....plase help me and give me some ideas on what maybe the cause...



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Make repairs to an older Sears Air Compressor  I am trying to clean up and make repairs to an older Sears Air Compressor (model # 919.174320).

The handle is broken, the electrical cord frayed, etc....

Sears Compressor Model 106.179680 - Where to fill with oil?  I just inherited a Sears Compressor Model 106.179680; There is a label on the compressor that says that I must fill it to the top with oil. However, I ...

Sear Air Compressor Pressure Switch  I have an older model sears air compressor, single cylinder, model number 10615340 for which I need a wiring diagram going in and out of the pressure switch....

Sears air compressor parts - some ring solutions  Hello--

I have an old sear air compressor model number 106 153781 that's in good condition with the exception of a compressor switch. Unfortunately ...

Information for Sears air compressor model 106-153781  Just got this compressor locally, used.
It is old but good shape.
Try to find information for this compressor on the web, no luck.

Anyone have any ...

Compressor oil change ~ old Sears air compressor  I have 20+ yrs old sears 2hp mo.# 106.153991.

Would like to know how much oil it takes?



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Broken connecting rod  Sears single cylinder model 106.172441, part VS-8. Cannot find one. Can you help.

Sears compressor - pressure switch will not activate while in use  Sears compressor - tank will fill to 120 psi when first cut on, pressure switch will not activate while in use

older model sears 106-175781 pressure ...

Sears Craftsman Compressor #106.153.882  Old pump failed (bearing) ??? Bought a new pump which is SUPPOSED to replace old one. New one has no attaching point for air line between pump and pressure ...

Sears Compressor #106.153882 unloader valve line?  How do I use the pressure switch when replacement pump has no attaching point for metal line attached to head from pressure switch on old pump ??
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Sears compressor wont shut off even after PRV releases.  Sears 100 PSI compressor wont shut off even after PRV releases.

I replaced the pressure switch and it still does the same thing. Today I found the valve ...

Sear Compressor model # 919.170230 - What can i sell this compressor for  What can i sell this compressor for?
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Rob, this is, I think, a 3 HP compressor? I suggest you consider, depending on how old it ...

Need pressure switch for 2hp 220v 150psi model #106153784  Need replacement pressure switch for part#CW2062
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Since it appears as though Sears no longer supplied this part, my suggestion ...

Sears 919.152921 - blowes the filter out  Sears 4 hsp 25 gal, I have just replaced the rod, cylinder sleeve, squirrel cage & gaskets. When I start it instead of it building up pressure, it blowes ...

7 hp sears professonal - need a new motor  need the motor, my old one burnt up, too to the motor shop and the said it needed to be rewound help

I have a custom compressor and what HP motor I can use  Hello,
When I say custom compressor, what I mean is it is two compressors combined into one.

The tank is a Craftsman, I beleive it is a 33 gal. Model ...

not enough pressure, sears $130  the compressor would not build pressure, I checked the reed valves and there was debris piceces of gasket? cleaned put it back together and it builds some ...

Sears air compressor won't start and trips the breaker.  My Sears air compeossor won't start and trips the breaker.
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Sears 5 hp B&S engine - carbeurator not getting gas  I bought new rings and gaskets and a new carbuerator, it just won't run, but not getting any gas to it. It is a 5 hp B&S engine. I got the air compressor ...

Sears air compressor - scared the #%$@#*& out of me.... maybe?  Can a portable air compressor come on by itself. I walked out my back door and I heard my husbands air compressor go off in his shop. It has not been ...

sears - builds pressure to 175 then shuts off  new pressure switch and it builds pressure to 175 then shuts off but the compressor has pressure and wont let it start again
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1.1hp compresser will not start  I have a 150psi, 1.1hp, 17 gal craftman compresser plug into electrical outlet it will not start
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Sears compressor unable to re-start  Once the pressure gets below the threshold, it attempts to restart then blows a circuit breaker. I thought maybe it is the unloader valve(choke valve). There ...

i have a 3gal.air comp. 1hp. motor sears  the motor won"t kick off & the gauges wont go obove 60#
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Sears 80 gallon Vertical Air Compressor Flywheel - fastener bolt on the outside  Is the flywheel installed with the fastener bolt on the outside or between the flywheel and the compressor? The exploded view shows the bolt on outside;...

sears runs for less then a min, then shuts off  runs for less then a min, then shuts off. will not restart for a while. does not run enough to ever build pressure.

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After making 150psi, Compressor turns on to refill and trips breaker.  Hey BILL!

Thanks for your site. I inherited an Old Sears 106.153680 1 1/2 hp. It turns on great and gets above 150psi no prob AND I hear the unloader ...

sears compressor mod# 919165611 wont build pressure above 60 lbs.  I have a sears compressor mod# 919165611.

I would like to know which parts would I need to fix the problem.

Compression ring,cylinder sleeve,etc....

compressor trips breaker  6hp oiless sears trips breaker

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Dear visitor... it's very difficult to help you figure out what is going on with ...

How do you replace the flappers on an air compressor?  I have an air compressor model number 106171941 and there seems to be blow back and it seems the flappers are riveted? How can I go about replacing them?...

Craftsman 5.5hp 30 gal air compressor Is wired for 110 outlet  Model # 919 16150
Is wired for 110 outlet, can I have this unit wired up for a 220 outlet?

If the air pressure does not go all the way down to ...

sears pressure relief valve on top of the smaller of two pistons  have sears 60gal. tank, 5hp. holds 175psi but prv opens on top of the smaller of two pistons at 80psi what to do?

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Model #919.165080 5.5 HP 30 gal Runs but No air pressure  Sears Model #919.165080 is a 5.5 HP 30 gal single cyclinder / oil free. Serial #2002050859 It uses a pump #AC0616.

It starts, runs but will not build ...

How much oil in an old sears twin cylinder 2hp 20 gallon compresser  I have 2 older sears horizontal tank compressers, one is a 110 volt and the other 220 volt. Both have similar belt driven twin cylinders. I'm thinking ...

takes a long time to build up presure  Sears Md. 919 152812 6hp 60 gal.
Everything seems to be working fine. It just takes a long time to build up to pressure before it cuts off.
If I need ...

Air will not build up.   I also feel air coming out the oil cap vent holes. I have a Sears 1hp, 3gallon direct drive compressor. I have broken it down and found the reeds to be ...

motor slows down with just a little pressure?  I bought a older Sears 5 hp compressor, model #919-176850. I tore it down and cleaned everything I could. Replaced all new gaskets. Changed oil. When I ...

Build up of compressed air seems slow compared to previous Sears owned compressor.  I recently purchased a 33gal. vertical Air Compressor from Sears (Model# WLB1683321). It seems to be operating as it should except that the buildup of ...

sears compressor model 919.174320 - compressor voltage?   I have a sears compressor model 919.174320
Question is is it 220 volt or 110?

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Danny, if it came with the ...

craftsman 919.167300 compressor  owner's manual

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Your request is posted, if anyone has a manual to offer.

If you need parts, you can go here:

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sears 921.153102 3 gallon 1 hp - overload reset switch?  does this unit have overload reset switch

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If there isn't one visible around the on / off or panel, then there ...

need a part CAC-226 model 919.174320  I need this part and Sears and Sears direct say it is backordered.

Where can i get the part? thanks

Compressor runs as long as there is no pressure in tank  Model 919167312 crafsman compressor with a 1 hp A O Smith motor. When there is pressure in the tank the motor will not start and breaker trips at panel....

compressor will not start.. Is there a reset button...  My compressor is a sears 6hp-2hp, 30 gal., 8.6scfm @ 40 psi, 6.4 scfm @ 90psi, 120 V/15 amp, single cylender/oil free unit.

Compressor will not start....

919.152930 switch 220 to 110  I would to run a 919.152930 on 110 but it is currently wired for 220. can it be switched to 110 with no ill effects?

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Compressor Parts - model number 919.153451  I have a Craftsman Air Compressor model number 919.153451. I am having trouble finding the Rear Shroud Assembly part. In my Parts Manual the part # is:...

how many amps will a 6hp 22o v olt air compressor draw and can i use a 12/3 wire to run 220 volts power to compressor   How many amps will a 6hp 220 volt 33gal compressor draw and can I use a 12/3 wire for power source

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Sears 3HP 30 Gal. 2 CYL leaking air   Just rebuilt head with all new flappers, restristors, head gasket and top plate gasket. Ran OK for a day then developed this problem. When compressor kicked ...

Sears compressor ~ Changing a Flapper Valve  I bought an old Sears two-cylinder air compressor and it works great except one of the flapper valves is broken and it leaks down over about an hour.

I ...

Air compressor voltage... can it be changed?  I need to buy a new air compressor the one I have is a 1hp craftsman 12 gallon that is 220volt. My question is if I buy one that is a 110volt can it be ...

Sears Compressor kicks breaker after a few seconds  5 up 25 gallon sears

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Not a lot of info to go on here.

Try this. Unplug the compressor, drain the tank all ...

sprays oil  just purchased air compressor, ran through the correct break in as instructions stated, have had for 2 days and have noticed a light mist of oil shooting ...

Old Sears Compressor Won't Restart  I have an old Sears model 106.175541 compressor that will start and charge up just fine fine. It cuts off at 100 pounds in the tank. However when the tank ...

Regulator turned all the way in..Very little pressure at tool..  I have a 1hp 7 1/2 gal sears compressor model # 919-154010.The compreesor runs fine and builds to 90 psi
but,even with the regulator turned all the way ...

compession ring - help to reassemble  I have a new compression ring for a Craftsman 919.167300. 1st- it looks like (1) in the breakdown, but the people I bought the ring show(use 2).

Can'...

motor just hums and then blows fuse  This is a sears vertical 33 gal recipacating compressor. The motor and pump turn free by hand. No bad bushing or bearings.

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Sears 3 gal compressor will not build pressure  I have a small 3 gal Sears compressor that will not build pressure. I took the reed valves out and they were in good condition. I cannot detect any air ...

Problems compressing to 150 psi   I have searched and read just about everything I could about this. I have a 1.1 hp single cylinder craftsman 17 gallon compressor (150psi max). It is ...

Sears Craftsman Model 919.165612 will not build pressure.  Compressor will slowly build pressure to 60 psi and stop. It will continue to run , however it will not build anymore pressure. I suspect it is the check ...

Older model 916531 been setting in garage never used just hums when plugged in  I bought this model #916531 which is a 30 gal horizonal 5.5 hp oil free air compressor from Sears. It has set in the garage for a number of years and never ...

motor is junk  I bought a 15 gallon sears air compressor 5 yrs ago.I hardly use it . I use it to work on cars and pump up kids bike tires. The rod snapped and big pulley ...

Old Sears air compressor - how to supply power  I was given a sears air compressor Model # 106173781. It looks brand new and I was told it runs great. I need to hook up a 220 outlet in my garage.

I ...

need manual craftsman air compressor 919.147350  looking for a owners manual for craftsman air compressor 919.147350

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I don't know of a source off hand, but http:...

sears craftsman - transporting sideways?  33 gal electric oil free 6hrs start 2hrs run 110 power when transporting to destination 4hours, can i lay my upright compressor horizontly?

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Electric breaker kicks off whe I turn my compressor on  I have an older Sears air compressor model MO-9062 that I used very little, reacently started to trip the electric breaker,could it be because the caps ...

compressor head bolt torque setting  I have to replace the head gasket on a Sear air compressor pump, model # D22629. What is the head bolt torque?

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maintenance for craftsman 919.152144  What maintenance does this compressor require to work well and last?

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Sears 4hp/25 gal. tank compressor - Can you increase the CFM's on a compressor?  Good Day,
I have a Sears 4hp/25 gal. tank compressor. I would like to run a sander that needs 7 to 9 CFM's and this compressor does not provide that.

Is ...

what i need to convert an electric compressor to gasoline  i have a sears electric compressor 220 volt with a speedaire comp and im going to convert it to gasoline i need to know which unloader valve(psi} i need ...

Will not build pressure. Motor cuts on & off  I have a 2HP 15 GAL 110v single cylinder oil-less Craftsman air compressor that does not build maximum pressure. It will get up to about 45-55psi and then ...

Sears compressor runs till it gets about 15 psi. then slows down and trips off.  sears 4hp single phase 115v. Sears compressor runs till it gets about 15 psi. then slows down and trips off.

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Is oil sight gauge also oil drain plug?  I have a recent Craftsman model 16636 compressor. The user manual specifies changing the oil but there is no oil drain location indicated or any other ...

Replace oil fill cap on oil lubricated compressor (Sears)   broke off and lost oil fill cap. Question: can I plug the hole with a solid plug or is it a vented plug

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sears mod # 919 176201 regulator switch  I need a regulator switch or just the plastic housing. It seems sears no longer makes this part, is there any other regulator switch that can be used.

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sears 30 gallon 2 hp compressor - Blowing breaker   I've got a sears 30 gallon 2 hp compressor, approx 2 years old. When it comes on it blows the breaker about 50% of the time. Even when it only has a few ...

Will run 6hp sears oiless - compressor start up issues when using generator as power supply.  Have 6500 generac rv generator (racecar trailer) manufactured as 120v unit has been converted to produce 245v+ or -. Will run 6hp sears oiless compressor ...

head gasket for 1977 SEARS 2 HP 20GAL  HEAD GASKET BLOWN ON 1977 SEARS 2 HP 20GAL TANK TWIN CYLENDER COMPRESSOR.

IT IS MADE BY MELBE PRODUCTS FOR SEARS,
THE NUMBERS ON THE METAL TAGE ARE....

Stops pumping at 60psi  My sears compressor starts pumping fine until about 60psi and then the pump stops and the electric motor keeps running squealing the belt.when i shut it ...

25 gallon Sears compressor blows the the 15 amp breaker.  Will start up on a different circuit but causes the lights to dim more so than in the past. Seems to be drawing more current to start than in the past....

Sears 919.174350 2hp12gal compressor bogs down  Works fine when its below 20psi. Pumps up to 100 with no problem.

When its above 20psi. it tries to turn but cant do it. The check valve seems ok,...

Sears compressor takes forever to fill....?  5 hp air compressor takes 30-45 minutes to fill 33 gallon tank!

It's a sears model and I am not sure if it is supposed to take so long. Could it be ...

sears compressor blows breaker after prolonged use  I recently bought a blast cabinet and my compressor blows the 120V breaker. every time i use it the breaker blows in a shorter amount of time than it did ...

Air compressors blowing up (Sears)  My sears air compressor blew up in the garage. Took out block wall & ceiling out above (12'). Why or how did this happen? sear 919.170230 3hp 30gal.



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Sears Compressors ~ breaker trips after about 2 seconds  Compressor is a Sears 25 gal 5 HP portable (electric). Had been working fine, but after using for about an hour the other day, the compressor kicked in ...

Sears model 106.153784 - Compressor stalls  I have a old Sears model 106.153784 2HP 220 Volt compressor and the motor stalls when it gets up to around 50-60 psi. Seems the pressure is backing up ...

Sears air compressor problem - just putt putts for 10 seconds and the blows the breaker  The motor does not appear to be shorted--I am an electrician and have tested the winding and capcitors.

The compressor appears to free wheel nicely-...

Breaker pops on Sears 6 hp. / 33 hp. / 150 p.s.i. air compressor  When I try to use my compressor, it will run for about two seconds the trip the electrical breaker that it is plugged into. I have tried four different ...

Sears air compressor only fills to 25PSI  Why does my sears air compressor only fill to 25 lbs?



Bill ponders...

Howdy, and how's things in Parry Sound?

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where can I order parts for sears air compressor?  my compressor will not shut off after it get to the high point.



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Hi Bill:

You definitely want to get that fixed. It's ...

I have a Sears model 283-15066 compressor...information requested  I have a Sears model 283-15066 compressor...and cannot find any information about it. Do you know a source, or mfg? Is there an online source for the ...

sears air compressor plugged in to 220volts in 110volt mode  I purchased a used sears air compressor came with manual and everything. It is a duel voltage will run on 110 or 220. Ran it on 110 until i installed ...

how to change oil in sears 25 gallon air compressor  Sears 25 gallon air compressor Model : 919.721820 purchased it used and just for the safe side would like to replace the oil, or if I can get access to ...