Troubleshooting Chart
NOTE:
Troubleshooting problems may have similar causes and solutions
Problem
Possible causes
Solutions
Low discharge pressure
Air leaks in shop
Leaking valves
Restricted air intake
Blown gaskets/seals
Worn piston rings or cylinder
Tighten or replace leaking fittings, or
joints
Clean or replace air filter
Compressor pump knocking
Loose motor pulley or compressor
flywheel
Low oil level in compressor pump
Carbon build up on valve and pisto
Tighten pulley or flywheel
Keep oil level at recommended level for
proper operation
Only use factory recommended oil
Excessive oil discharge in air
(All Compressors have a small amount of
oil carry over in compression
Worn piston rings or cylinder
Restricted air intake
Oil level to high
Compressor has exceeded it duty cycle
Clean or replace air filters
Reduce oil level to recommended
amount
Reduce compressor duty cycle (repair
leaks or add another unit to handle the
excess demand)
Compressor overheating
Poor ventilation
Dirty cooling surfaces
Compressor is out of its operating duty
cycle
Relocate compressor to any area with
better ventilation (at least 18 inches
from the nearest wall)
Clean all cooling surfaces
Reduce compressor duty cycle (repair
leaks or add another unit to handle the
excess demand)
Excessive belt wear
Pulley out of alignment
Improper belt tension
Pulley damaged of loose
Realign pulley with flywheel
Re adjust belt tension
Compressor won’t start in cold weather
Bad check valve
Compressor has wrong grade oil
Control lines frozen
Use IS 100 (30W) compressor oil for cold
weather conditions
Move compressor to a warmer location
Put a heat lamp on compressor to
maintain above freezing temperatures
You should always contact an authorized service center before attempting
to fix or repair your air compressor.
Always make sure electrical power is off before removing any inspection covers or plates
or before servicing compressor.
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