This section provides a list of the more frequently encountered malfunctions, their causes and corrective actions. The operator or maintenance
personnel can perform some corrective actions, and others may require the assistance of a qualified D
eWALT technician or your dealer.
Problem Code
Excessive air tank pressure-safety valve pops off ......................................................................1, 2
Air leaks ....................................................................................................................................3
Air leaks in air tank or at air tank welds ....................................................................................4
Air leaks between head and valve plate ....................................................................................5
Air leaks from safety valve .........................................................................................................6
KnockingNoise ..........................................................................................................................6
Pressure reading on the regulated pressure gauge drops when an accessory is used ...........7
Compressor is not supplying enough air to operate accessories..............................................8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Regulator knob has continuous air leak ....................................................................................13
Regulator will not shut off air outlet ...........................................................................................13
CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
1 Pressure switch does not shut off motor when compressor
reaches cut-out pressure
Set the On/Off switch to OFF, if the unit does not shut
off contact a D
e
WALT factory service center or a D
e
WALT
authorized service center.
2
Pressure switch cut-out too high
Contact a D
e
WALT factory service center or a D
e
WALT
authorized service center.
3
Tube fittings are not tight enough Tighten fittings where air can be heard escaping. Check
fittings with soapy water solution. Do Not Overtighten.