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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
There is low
pressure, not
enough air, or the
compressor does
not stop.
1. The tank ball valve is open.
2. There is a leak in the fittings.
3. There is a prolonged or excessive use
of air.
4. The compressor is not large enough.
5. There is a hole in the air hose.
6. The tank leaks.
7. The seals are blown.
8. The valve leaks.
9. There is a leaking or worn piston.
1. Close the ball valve.
2. Check fittings with soapy water. Tighten
or reseal leaking fittings. DO NOT
OVERTINGHTRN.
3. Decrease the amount of air used.
4. Check the air requirement of the
accessory. If it is higher than the CFM and
the pressure supplied by the compressor,
you need a larger compressor. Most
accessories are rated at 25% of the actual
CFM while running continuously.
5. Check and replace if necessary.
WARNING
6. Immediately replace the
tank. DO NOT attempt to repair.
7. Replace the compressor assembly.
8. Replace the compressor assembly.
9. Replace the compressor assembly.
Air leaks from the
regulator or the
regulator does not
regulate air
pressure.
1. The internal parts of the
regulator are dirty or
damaged.
1. Replace the regulator or
internal parts.
The regulated
pressure gauge
reading drops
when the air
accessory is
being used.
1. This is normal.
2. The compressor is not
large enough.
1. If the pressure drops too low, adjust the
regulartor while the accessory is used.
2. Check the air requirement of the
accessory. If it is higher than the CFM and
the pressure supplied by the compressure
supplied by the compressor, you need a
larger compressor. Most accessories are
rated at 25% of the actual CFM while
running continuously.
The pressure
relief valve
opens.
1. The tank pressure exceeds the normal
rating pressure.
2. The pressure switch is stuck.
1. Replace the pressure switch.
2. Replace the pressure switch.
Not
for
Reproduction
