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Troubleshooting (continued)
Problem Possible Cause Solution
The air receiver pressure
drops when the compressor
shuts off.
□ The connections are loose or
leaking (fittings, tubing, etc.).
□ Check all the connections with soapy water and
look for bubbles. Thread sealing tape should be
used on all threaded connections. Tighten any
loose connections until the leak stops.
□ The drain valve is loose. □ Tighten the drain valve.
□ The check valve is leaking. □ Take the compressor to a authorized service
center.
DANGER: Do not disassemble the check
valve while air is in tank - empty the all
the air out of the tank before disassembly.
There is excessive moisture in
the air discharge.
□ There is excessive water in the air
tank.
□ Drain the tank to remove water.
□ The humidity is high. □ Move the compressor to an area of less humidity
or use an air line filter to reduce moisture
discharge in the tank.
Air is leaking from the
compressor.
□ The hose connection is loose or
improperly sealed.
□ Ensure connections are sealed with thread
sealing tape and tightened.
□ The air hose is broken or
damaged.
□ Replace the air hose.
The compressor runs
continuously.
□ The tank drain valve is open. □ Ensure the tank drain valve is closed.
□ The pressure switch is defective. □ Take the compressor to an authorized service
center.
□ The usage is excessive. □ Decrease the amount of tool run-time; the
compressor is not large enough to supply the air
requirement of the tool.
The compressor vibrates. □ The compressor mounting bolts
are loose.
□ Tighten any loose bolts on the compressor mount.
The air output is lower than
normal.
□ The inlet valves are broken. □ Take the compressor to an authorized service
center.
□ The connections are leaking. □ Apply thread sealing tape to threaded connections
and tighten.