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troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Unit not Starting
Gas engine not running
Check gas level, oil level, and switches on
engine.
Low pressure
Air leak in safety valve
Check valve manually by
pulling upward on rings. If
condition persists, replace
valve.
Loose tube or fittings
Tighten fittings by hand
Restricted air filter
Clean or replace
Loose Belt
Adjust belt tension
Defective check valve
Replace check valve
Safety valve releasing
Defective pressure switch
or improper adjustment
Check for proper
adjustment. If problem
persists, replace pressure
switch.
Oil discharge in air
Improper oil viscosity
Replace oil with 20-30
weight non-detergent oil
Too much oil in crankcase
Drain crankcase and fill to
proper level
Restricted air filter
Clean or replace filter
Worn piston rings
Replace piston rings
Excessive belt wear
Belt too loose
Adjust for proper tension
Belt too tight
Adjust for proper tension
Motor pulley out of alignment
Align motor pulley by
adjusting the position of the
electric motor
Compressor
parts
Problem
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Low Voltage
Engine Speed is too low
Generator is overloaded
Replace or repair engine throttle
Reduce load on generator by unplugging
components
Circuit Breaker Trips
Defective load connected to generator
Defective Receptacle
Generator is overloaded
Disconnect load
Replace the receptacle
Reduce load on generator
Voltage is too high
Engine speed is too high
Reduce engine speed
Unit is over-heating
Generator is overloaded
Insufficient Ventilation
Reduce generator load
Improve air flow in your workspace
No power output
Disconnect Load
Broken or loose wire
Defective receptacle
Defective stator
Defective rotor
Defective capcitor
Circuit breaker tripped
Disconnect load
For any defective components, have the
generator inspected by a certified technician
Reset the circuit breaker
Generator
