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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 compressor regulator to 90 PSI
while tool is running free.
4. Air hose leaks
4. Tighten and seal hose fittings if leaks
are found.
5. Pressure drops
5 a. Be sure the 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.
b. Do not use multiple number
of hoses connected with quick
connect fittings. Additional
pressure drop and reduced tool
power is caused. Connect hoses
directly together.
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 the air lines/hoses
2 a. Install a water separator/filter.
NOTE: Separators work properly
only when air passing through
the separator is cool. Locate
separator/filter as far as possible
from compressor.
b. Install an air dryer.
c. Oil tool immediately anytime
water enters tool.
Drill is jammed and
will not turn
1. Gears or internal gears are
stripped or worn
1. Replace tool.
2. Motor bearings seized
2. Replace tool.
3. Worn or cracked rotor blades 3. Replace tool.