172-65634MAJ-03 (A-DR20) 6 Oct 2021
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Problem
Symptom
Cause
Remedy
The
secondary
pressure
cannot be
adjusted or
increases
abnormally
Adjustment is
difficult and set
pressure varies
The adjustment handle has
seized
Replace with a new
adjustment handle
The holes in the spacer are
clogged
Clean
The slide bearing is
distorted or damaged
Replace with a new spacer
(when replacing the slide
bearing or snap ring, these
parts need to be replaced
as a set with the spacer)
The bellows is distorted or
damaged
Replace with a new bellows
The selected model is
inappropriate for the service
conditions (specifications)
Check the model selection,
replace with a more suitable
unit if necessary
Upon closing the
valves at the
secondary side, the
secondary pressure
abruptly rises as
high as the primary
pressure
The bypass valve is leaking Check, clean, and replace
with a new valve if
necessary
There is a build-up of dirt on
or damage to the main
valve or the valve seat
Clean and align
Hunting or
chattering
occurs
Occurs at low air
demand
The flow rate is too low
Check the flow rate; check
the model selection, replace
with a unit that has smaller
nominal diameter or a more
suitable unit if necessary
Hunting never
stops
There is too high a reduction
ratio
Use two-stage reduction
The selected model is
inappropriate for the service
conditions (specifications)
Check the model selection,
replace with a more suitable
unit if necessary
Chattering never
stops
Condensate is entrained
Install a steam trap; check
the piping
The selected model is
inappropriate for the service
conditions (specifications)
Check the model selection,
replace with a more suitable
unit if necessary
Abnormal
noises
Makes a high-
pitched noise
The required pressure
reduction exceeds
specifications
Use two-stage reduction
Flow rate exceeds
specifications
Check the flow rate; check
the model selection, replace
with a unit that has a larger
nominal diameter or a more
suitable unit if necessary
A valve installed close to
the reducing valve
opens/closes too quickly
Install the valve at as great
a distance away as possible
NOTE: When replacing parts with new, use the parts list for reference and replace with parts
from the Maintenance Kit, Repair Kit, etc. (Please note that replacement parts are only
available in pre-packaged kits.)