Co-Fastening CSF00490, Instruction Manual

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8
Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting Guide
GSE
®
recommends that you perform the following service to minimize unexpected downtime for your
compressor:
Replace the connecting rods or piston cups and sleeves
Replace the flapper valves
Replace the head O-ring Head gasket.
Replace the valve plate O-rings
If you are having a problem with your compressor, use this table to help determine the cause(s):
Problem
Low
Flow
Low
Pressure
Unit Will
Not Start
Motor
①
Overheats
Loud
Unit
Possible Cause Corrective Action
×
High voltage at compressor Reduce voltage
× × × ×
Low voltage at compressor Increase voltage
× × ×
Damaged valves Replace flapper valves
× × ×
Debris in valves
Remove debris and check for valve
damage
× × ×
Damaged gaskets Replace gaskets
× × ×
Worn Cup Replace connecting rod
× × ×
Loose head screws Tighten head screws
×
Broken fan Replace fan
× × ×
Bent motor shaft Replace entire unit
× ×
Damaged capacitor Replace capacitor
×
Loose fittings Tighten fittings
× ×
Insufficient ventilation in
enclosure Increase air circulation to enclosure
× ×
Worn bearings Replace Eccentric Bearing assembly
①
Thermal protector in motor will interrupt current when motor overheats.