Troubleshooting Chart (Continued)
Symptom
Excessive moisture in
discharge air
Compressor runs
continuously
Excessive starting and
stopping (auto start)
Air leaking from
unloader on pressure
switch
Motor runs but no air
output
RECOMMENDED TOOLS FOR
CONTINUOUS USE
Butterfly impact wrench
Ratchets
Spray guns
Reciprocating saws
Screwdrivers
Brad nailers
Framing nailers
Grease guns
Caulk guns
Engine cleaners
Possible Cause(s)
1. Excessive water in tank
2. High humidity
1. Defective pressure switch
2. Excessive air usage
1. Excessive condensation in tank
2. Air leaks in piping (on machine or in
outside system)
3. Tank check valve leaking
Check valve stuck in an open position
Belt broken
Tool Recommendations for this Air Compressor
RECOMMENDED TOOLS FOR
INTERMITTENT USE
(Short powerful bursts)
Impact wrenches
Die grinders
Drills
Chisels
Cut-off tools
Corrective Action
1. Drain tank
2. Move to area of less humidity; use air line filter
1. Replace switch
2. Decrease air usage; compressor not large enough for
air requirement
1. Drain more often
2. Replace leaking components or tighten as necessary
3. Replace or repair as necessary
DANGER
!
Remove and replace check valve
DANGER
!
Replace belt
TOOLS NOT RECOMMENDED
Straight line sanders
Highspeed sanders
Dual action sanders
Jitterbug sanders
7
FP2200 Series
Do not disassemble check valve
with air in tank; bleed tank
Do not disassemble check valve
with air in tank; bleed tank
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