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GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Tool runs slowly or will
not operate
1. Grit or gum in tool
1. Flush tool with Campbell Hausfeld
air tool oil, gum solvent, or an
equal mixture of SAE 10 motor oil
and kerosene. Lubricate tool after
cleaning with Campbell Hausfeld (or
comparable) air tool oil.
2. No oil in tool
2. Lubricate tool according to
lubrication instructions in this
manual.
3. Low air pressure
3. Adjust the compressor regulator to
90 PSI while the tool is running free.
4. Air hose leaks
4. Tighten and seal hose fittings, if leaks
are found.
5. Pressure drops
5. Be sure hose is properly sized. Long
hoses or tools using large volumes of
air may require a hose with an I.D. of
1/2 inch or larger depending on total
hose length.
Moisture blowing out
of tool
1. Water in tank
1. Drain tank (See air compressor
manual). Oil tool and run until no
water is evident. Oil tool again and
run 1-2 seconds.
2. Water in air lines/hoses
2. a. Install a water separator/filter.
NOTE: Separators work properly
only when air stream is cool.
Locate separator/filter as far as
possible from compressor.
b. Install an air dryer.
c. Anytime water enters tool, tool
should be oiled immediately.
Chisel/Hammer is
jammed and will not
move back and forth
1. Chisel/hammer piston and
barrel are dirty or rusty
1. a. Heavily oil tool to free up piston.
b. Clean piston and barrel with air
tool oil and remove any burrs on
piston or barrel surfaces. *
c. Replace worn piston and
cylinder.*
d. Anytime water enters tool, tool
should be oiled immediately.
2. Chisel/hammer piston and
barrel are rusted together
2. Remove piston and de-rust. Replace
piston and cylinder if needed. *
3. Piston is jammed in the
barrel
3. Attempt to free jammed piston
using a punch and hammer. It may
be necessary to disassemble barrel
from housing. Clean parts and
reassemble. *
* When reassembling the cylinder to the housing, use thread lock on the cylinder threads.