SECTION
4
Blower/Vacuum
Do you have any vacuum reading on the vacuum gauge when the machine is turned off?
YES
NO
Does the Engine Crank?
YES NO
NO
YES
Replace or rebuild
blower.
Replace Vacuum Gauge.
YES
Remove the blower belts. Can you spin
the blower pulley with your hand?
Check the condition of the blower belts.
Are the belts in good condition and properly tensioned?
NO
YES
Replace blower belts.
Are the dump valves closed on the waste tank?
Close dump valves.
Are the gaskets in the waste tank in good condition?
Replace Gaskets.
NO
YES
Repair or replace waste tank.
NO
YES
When you start the machine, does the vacuum
feel normal but the gauge reads different?
Replace vacuum gauge.
YES
When you start the machine, does the vacuum
feel different than the vacuum gauge reads?
Start the machine and set throttle to high speed.
Seal the vacuum ports.
Does the vacuum gauge read 14" HG?
NO
YES
YES
NO
YES
NO
There is a blockage
between the vacuum inlet
and the waste tank.
Vacuum system is normal..
Adjust vacuum relief valve.
NO
See Engine Cranks
but Does Not Start..
NO
Note: Make sure the blower has oil, the waste recovery tank is empty and the filter is clean.
Note: Anytime you have a Blower/Vacuum problem, you are actually looking for an air volume problem.
Are there any cracks or splits in the waste tank?
Remove the filter on the waste tank.
Is the filter clean and not crushed?
Clean or replace filter.
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