SDIG
Feb ‘15
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Trouble Shooting Guide (cont’d)
Condition:
Cause:
Suggested Correction:
G. Compressor Over-
heating.
Undersized Unit for air requirements.
Dirt accumulation on outside of Pump.
Not enough clearance at Beltguard for
proper cooling.
Pump rotating in wrong direction.
Air leaks on Unit or in air lines.
Restricted Air Intake Filter.
Improper level or type of oil in Pump.
Worn or carbonned Valves in Cylinder Head,
Aftercooler Tube, or Check Valve.
Maximum operating time, based on an 8 hour
day, is 60%, which relates to approximately 35
minutes per hour.
Clean Pump.
Move Compressor so Beltguard further away
from any obstruction.
Correct rotation of the Flywheel.
Fix leaks. Soap/water mixture will assist in
finding small leaks.
Replace Air Filter.
Refer to ‘Lubrication’ on Page 8.
Clean or replace as required.
H. Flywheel or Motor Pulley
Wobbles or Comes
Loose.
Clamping Bolt not tight on Flywheel.
Set Screw on Motor Pulley came loose.
Tighten as required.
Take existing Set Screw out and purchase new
one. Set Screws have Loctite coating, and can
only be used once.
I. Crack in Air Receiver.
This condition is rare, and can be caused by
damage during transit or incorrect mounting
on site.
Do not attempt or repair the Tank. Do not
continue to operate the Compressor Unit.
Contact your local Distributor for further
guidance.
J. Compressor Pump
Seizes.
Started without oil in the Pump.
Pump ran low on oil.
Worn Connecting Rod bearing Inserts.
Piston and Pin Assembly seized.
Worn Crankshaft Bearings.
The Pump will require a complete overhaul, at
which time the defective parts must be replaced.
