Use and Care Manual

20 – English
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Engine will not start. On/stop switch is in off position.
No fuel.
Fuel valve is closed.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or
improperly gapped.
Choke lever is in RUN position.
Turn the on/stop switch to ON.
Fill fuel tank.
Open fuel valve.
Replace spark plug.
Move choke lever to START position.
Engine lacks power. Fuel element clogged.
Defective pressure unloader.
Check air filter element. Clean or replace
as needed.
Take compressor to service center.
Air tank pressure drops when compres-
sor shuts off.
Loose connections (fittings, tubing, etc.).
Loose drain valve.
Pressure unloader leaking.
Check all connections with soap and
water solution and tighten.
Tighten drain valve.
Take compressor to service center.
DANGER:
Do not disassemble pressure
unloader, tank drain valves or safety
relief valve with air in tank — bleed
tanks.
Excessive moisture in discharge air. Excessive water in air tanks.
High humidity.
Drain tanks.
Move to area of less humidity; use air
line filter.
Compressor runs continuously. Defective pressure unloader.
Excessive air usage.
Piston rings are worn.
Take compressor to service center.
Decrease air usage; compressor not
large enough for tool’s requirement.
Replace piston rings; Call customer
service for assistance.
Air output lower than normal. Broken inlet valves.
Connections leaking.
Take compressor to service center.
Tighten connections.
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