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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PERFORMING REPAIRS MAY EXPOSE VOLTAGE SOURCES, MOVING PARTS OR COMPRESSED AIR SOURCES.
PERSONAL INJURY MAY OCCUR. PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING ANY REPAIRS, UNPLUG THE COMPRESSOR AND BLEED
OFF ALL TANK AIR PRESSURE.

PROBLEM

Excessive tank pressure - safety valve
pops off.

Air leaks at fittings.

Air leaks at or inside check valve.

Air leaks at pressure switch
release valve.

Air leaks in air tank or at air tank welds.

Air leak from safety valve.

CAUSE

Pressure switch does not shut off motor
when compressor reaches “cut-out”
pressure.

Pressure switch “cut-out” too high.

Tube fittings are not tight enough.

Defective or dirty check valve.

Defective pressure switch release valve.
Defective check valve.

Defective air tank.

Possible defect in safety valve

CORRECTION

Move the pressure switch lever to the
“OFF” position.  If the outfit doesn’t shut
off, and the electrical contacts are
welded together, replace the pressure
switch.

If the contacts are good, check to see if
the pin in the bottom of the pressure
release valve is stuck.  If it does not move
freely, replace the valve.

Return the outfit to an Authorized War-
ranty Service Center to check, remove
or replace switch.

Tighten fittings where air can be heard
escaping. Check fittings with soapy wa-
ter solution. 

DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.

A defective check valve results in a
constant air leak at the pressure release
valve when there is pressure in the tank
and the compressor is shut off.  Remove
and clean or replace check valve.  

DO

NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.

Remove and replace the release valve.
A defective check valve results in a
constant air leak at the pressure release
valve when there is pressure in the tank
and the compressor is shut off.  Remove
and clean or replace check valve.  

DO

NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.

Air tank must be replaced.  Do not repair
the leak.

DO NOT DRILL INTO, WELD OR
OTHERWISE MODIFY AIR TANK
OR IT WILL WEAKEN. THE TANK
CAN RUPTURE OR EXPLODE.

Operate safety valve manually by pull-
ing on ring. If valve still leaks, it must be
replaced.

STORAGE OF COMPRESSOR
OUTFIT

1. Review the "Maintenance" section on the preceding

pages and perform scheduled maintenance as
necessary. Drain the water from the air tank.

2. Set the ON/AUTO-OFF switch to the "OFF" position, and

unplug the unit.

3. Remove any air tool or accessory.
4. Protect the electrical cord and air hose from damage

(such as being stepped on or run over). Wind them loosely
around the outfit handle.

5. Store the compressor in a clean and dry location.

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Страница 1: ...he following information Model number of your compressor Part number and description of the item you wish to purchase Retain Original Sales Receipt as Proof of Purchase for Warranty Repair Work SAFETY...

Страница 2: ...Contact the nearest Authorized Warranty Service Center that provides on site service calls for service call arrangement If the purchaser does not receive satisfactory results from the Authorized Warr...

Страница 3: ...DRILL INTO WELD OR MAKE ANY MODIFICATIONS TO THE TANK OR ITS ATTACHMENTS THE TANK IS DESIGNED TO WITHSTAND SPECIFIC OPERATING PRESSURES NEVER MAKE ADJUSTMENTS OR PARTS SUBSTI TUTIONS TO ALTER THE FAC...

Страница 4: ...BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE CEN TER PERSONNEL IN ACCORDANCE WITH NATIONAL AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT TO WHICH THE COMPRESSOR IS CONNECTED PROVIDES PROPER ELECTRI CA...

Страница 5: ...ed to correct such problems This should be done regardless of any visible signs of damage to the shipping container If this product was shipped directly to you report any damages to carrier and arrang...

Страница 6: ...heels are properly installed NOTE The side of the wheel that the hub protrudes out past the wheel edge should be bolted to the compressor leg THE WHEELS AND HANDLE DO NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE CLEARANCE ST...

Страница 7: ...compressor life Use air compressor oil only Compressorsareshippedwithoutoil Asmallamount ofoilmaybepresentinthepumpuponreceiptofthe aircompressor Thisisduetoplanttestinganddoes notmeanthatthepumpcont...

Страница 8: ...n cock The air compressor can now be stored Piping Plastic or PVC pipe is not designed for use with compressed air Regardless of its indicated pressure rating plastic pipe can burst from air pressure...

Страница 9: ...placement Keep the air filter clean at all times Do not operate the compressor with the air filter re moved A dirty air filter will not allow the compressor to operate at full capacity Before you use...

Страница 10: ...skets 7 Install the cylinder head Snug mounting screws and studs tight then torque to 25 to 30 foot pounds starting at the center and working toward the outside 8 Reconnect the pressure release and ou...

Страница 11: ...vice Center to check remove or replace switch Tighten fittings where air can be heard escaping Check fittings with soapy wa ter solution DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN A defective check valve results in a consta...

Страница 12: ...o 25 30 ft lbs using new gasket and torque screws Let the motor cool off and reset switch by pressing the red button located on the end of the motor If the overload still trips check for defective cap...

Страница 13: ...quirement If it is higher than the CFM SCFM or pres sure supplied by your air compressor you need a larger compressor Clean or replace air intake filter Do not operate the compressor in the paint spra...

Страница 14: ...14 SERVICE NOTES...

Страница 15: ...15 SERVICE NOTES...

Страница 16: ...DeVilbiss Air Power Company 213 Industrial Drive Jackson TN 38301 9615 GENERAL MANUAL FOR OIL LUBRICA TED SINGLE ST AGE PORT ABLE AIR COMPRESSOR SERVICE NOTES...

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