Troubleshooting - RIDGID R0230 Operator's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM
Compressor will not run
Motor hums but cannot run
or runs slowly
Internal overload switch trips
repeatedly
Air tank pressure drops when
compressor shuts off
Excessive moisture in dis-
charge air
Compressor runs continu-
ously
Air output lower than normal Broken inlet valves
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
Batteries are not charged
Pressure switch bad
Tank is full of air
Internal overload switch is tripped
Shorted or open motor winding
Defective check valve or unloader
Lack of proper ventilation/room temperature
too high
Electrical overload
Loose connections (fittings, tubing, etc.)
Loose drain valve / open drain valve
Check valve leaking
Excessive water in air tank
High humidity
Defective pressure switch
Excessive air usage
Piston rings are worn
Connections leaking
AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.
12 – English
SOLUTION
Recharge both battery packs
Take compressor to service center
Compressor will turn on when tank pressure
drops to cut-in pressure
Turn off compressor and allow unit to cool;
remove and reinstall battery packs
Take compressor to service center
Take compressor to service center
Move compressor to well-ventilated area
Turn off unit and allow to cool; remove and rein-
stall battery packs.
Check all connections with soap and water solu-
tion and tighten
Tighten drain valve / close drain valve
Take compressor to service center
DANGER:
Do not disassemble check valve, tank
drain valves or safety relief valve with air
in tank — bleed tank.
Drain tank
Move to area of less humidity; use air line filter
Take compressor to service center
Decrease air usage; compressor not large
enough for tool's requirement
Replace piston rings; Call customer service for
assistance
Take compressor to service center
Tighten connections