Use and Care Manual

200-2416

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Note: Troubleshooting problems may have similar causes and solutions.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Low discharge pressure Tank petcock is open Close petcock

Fittings Leak Check fittings with soapy water. Tighten or reseal leaking fittings.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

Restricted air intake Clean or replace air filter element.

Restricted check valve Remove and clean or replace.

Hole in air hose Check and replace if necessary

Tank leaks Immediately replace tank. DO NOT attempt to repair.

Blown seals Replace any faulty seals

Valve leaks Replace worn parts and reassemble with new seals.

Leaking or worn piston seal Replace piston and cylinder sleeve assemblies.

Excessive unloader

cycling

Fittings leak Check fittings with soapy water. Tighten or reseal leaking fittings.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

Air leaks from regulator,

or regulator does not

regulate pressure

Dirty or damaged regulator

internal parts.

Clean or replace regulator or internal parts.

Regulated pressure

gauge reading drops

when air accessory is

being used.

This is normal If pressure drops too low, adjust regulator while accessory is

used.

Compressor won’t start

in cold temperatures

Engine flooded Remove spark plug and dry it. Reinstall.

Compressor too cold Move compressor to a warmer location.

Overheating Poor ventilation Relocate compressor to an area with cool, dry and well-circulated

air.

Dirty cooling surfaces Clean all cooling surfaces of pump and engine thoroughly.

Leaking valve Replace worn parts and reassemble with new seals.