17 - ENG
PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Motor will
not run
Tank pressure exceeds
preset pressure switch
limit
Motor will start automatically when
tank pressure drops below cut- in
pressure of pressure tank.
Make sure the Thermal
Overload Switch has not
tripped. The motor has
a built in thermal cut out
that trips when necessary
to protect the motor from
damage when overheated.
Fuse blown or circuit
breaker tripped
To reset the motor overload toggle/turn
the pressure switch AUTO/OFF lever
to the OFF position and unplug the
unit from the power outlet. Allow 10
minutes (minimum) for motor overload
cut-out to cool and reset. Unit can
then be plugged in and re-started.
• Replace blown fuse or reset circuit
breaker. Do not use fuse or circuit
breaker with higher rating than
specified for your branch circuit.
• Check for proper fuse;
“Fusetron” type T is acceptable.
• Check for low voltage and
proper extension cord size.
• Disconnect other applications
from circuit. Operate compressor
on a dedicated circuit.
Check valve stuck open
Remove and clean or replace.
Wrong wire gauge in cord
or excessive extension
cord length
Check for proper gauge and extension
cord length.
Loose electrical
connections
Contact authorized service center.
Paint spray on internal
motor parts
Have checked at service center. Do
not operate compressor in the paint
spray area
Possible defective motor
Have checked at service center.