SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSES REMEDY
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Compressor unit starts Large amount of Drain off condensation
and stops more condensation in air receiver. AT LEAST once a week.
frequently than usual. Leaks in control unit or Locate leaks (by means of
inspection cover. soapy water) and repair.
Too little pressure differential. Contact Clarke Service
Department
Compressor unit starts Leaks in pipework system Locate and repair leaks.
when no air is being
used.
Compressor’s oil Too much oil in compressor. Check oil level 2 or 3
consumption rising. minutes after stopping.
Leaks around crank case. Contact Clarke Service
Department
Working temperature of Increase ventilation to
compressor too high because air comprressor.
of insufficient cooling.
Unit too small in proportion Connect supplementary.
to air consumption.
Semi-automatic unit Load too Convert to fully
small. automatic operation.
Cylinder worn. Contact Clarke Service
Department
Intake air filter blocked. Clean / Change air filter.
Oil in the air delivered. Sump over full. Reduce oil to correct level.
Cylinder worn. Contact Clarke Service
Department
Intake air filter blocked. Change air filter.
Condensation in crank Compressor overdimensioned a) Frequent oil changes.
case (especially in (operational periods too short b) Reduce cooling of crank
2-stage compressors). in relation to resting periods). case (eg. by shielding it
from air stream).
c) Contact Clarke Service
Department
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