General Trouble shooting Guide
Symptom Possible
Cause(s)
Corrective
Action
Tool runs slowly or
will not operate
1. Grit or gum in tool.
2 No oil in tool.
3 Low air pressure
4 Air hose leaks
5.Pressure drops
6 Worn ball bearing in
motor
1.Flush the tool with air tool oil, gum solvent, or
an equal mixture of SAE # 10 motor 011 and
kerosene. Lubricate the tool after cleaning.
2.Lubricate the tool according to the lubrication
instructions in this manual.
3.Adjust the compressor regulator to tool
maximum while the tool is running free.
4.Tighten and seal hose fittings if leaks are
found.
5-1.Be sure the hose is the proper size.
Long hoses or tools using large volumes of
air may require a hose with an I.D. of 12.7
mm (1/2") or larger depending on the total
length of the hose.
5-2.Do not use a multiple number of hoses
connected together with quick connect
fittings.
This causes additional pressure drops and
reduces the tool power Directly connect the
hoses together.
6.Remove and inspect bearing for rust, dirt and
grit or worn race. Clean and regress bearing
with bearing grease.
Moisture blowing
out of tool
1.Water in tank.
2.Water in the air
lines/hoses.
1.Drain tank. (See air compressor manual).
Oil tool and run until no water is evident.
Oil tool again and run 1-2 seconds.
2-1.Install a water separator/filter.
Note: Separators only work properly when
the air passing through the separator is
cool Locate the separator/filter as far as
possible from the compressor.
2-2.Install an air dryer.
7 CE-05
Revision date 05/2008
