Part Location Diagram of E100229 Powermate Valve, Reed
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Valve, Reed E100229

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$13.60
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Fix Number:
FIX10044655
Manufacturer #:
E100229
Manufactured by:
Powermate

Product Description

This replacement valve reed is a n authentic OEM item that is specially designed for Craftsman air compressors. Reed valves are commonly used in high-performance versions of the two-stroke engine, where they control the fuel-air mixture admitted to the cylinder. As the piston rises in the cylinder a vacuum is created in the crankcase beneath the piston. Please note this metal reed valve is sold individually.

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Pete
December 7, 2021
What size are these?
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Hello Pete, Thank you for the question. These reed valves are approximately 1-7/8" Long x 3/8" Wide. We hope this helps!

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Rick
March 21, 2022
I need to know the dimensions of this valve reed. I'm looking for 4 length x.75 width
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Hello Rick, Thank you for the question. This Reed is just 2" long, however if you wish to provide the model number of the Unit we will be happy to verify if this part is correct. We hope to hear from you!

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Customer:
RICHARD from MILLSTONE TWP, NJ
Parts Used:
E100959, E100229
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Socket set, Wrench set
Compressor leaking air and hot building pressure beyond 40 PSI
Unplug the power to the compressor and drain air from tank.

1. Remove two bolts under compressor motor that hold motor to frame. This allows access to the three interior screws that are part of the motor cover.
2. Remove the 6 screws that hold the motor cover. There are 3 on the back and 3 on the front.
3. Loosen t he 4 Allen head bolts from the top of the compressor. When removing, make sure that the washers are not lost.
4. Make note of the sequence of gaskets.
5. Clean off old gasket material from head. This is PIA. Use a razor. Make sure you get all of the old gasket material off, else the repair will fail.
6. Inspect reed valves, replace is necessary.
7. Position NEW gasket material and reassemble.
8. Hand tighten Allen Head bolts.
9. Tighten head bolts with torque wrench diagonally to 12 Ft Lbs.
10. Replace compressor cover. It will NOT be necessary to replace all 6 screws, if you anticipate having to do this fix again.
11. Replace the two frame bolts.
12. Done
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Model Compatibility

This part works with the following models:
Fix Number: FIX10044655
Manufacturer Part Number: E100229
Brand Model Number Description
Craftsman 921152100 Compressor - Air Compressor
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