Troubleshooting Chart - Powermate 200-2143 Operator's Manual

Note: Troubleshooting problems may have similar causes and solutions.
PROBLEM
Excessive current draw
trips circuit breaker of
motor reset switch
Compressor stalls
Low discharge pressure
Compressor pump
knocking
Oil in discharge air
Overheating
Excessive belt wear
Compressor won't start
in cold temperatures
Low pressure (75 psi)
pressure relief valve
opens
High pressure (225 psi)
pressure relief valve
opens
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

POSSIBLE CAUSE
Low voltage/motor overload
Low voltage to motor
Siezed pump
Air leaks
Leaking valves
Restricted air intake
Blown gaskets
Worn piston rings or cylinder
Worn connector rod at wrist pin
end
Low oil level in pump crankcase
Excess carbon on valves or top
of piston
Worn piston rings or cylinder
Restricted air intake
Oil level too high
Poor ventilation
Dirty cooling surfaces
Pulley out of alignment
Improper belt tension
Pulley wobbles
Too much back pressure in tank
Compressor too cold
Intake valve to high pressure
cylinder is plugged
Check valve blocked
SOLUTION
Check that power supply is adequate and that compressor is on a
dedicated circuit
Furnish adequate power.
Contact authorized service center.
Tighten or replace leaking fittings or connections. Do not
overtighten.
Contact authorized service center.
Clean or replace air filter element(s)
Contact authorized service center.
Contact authorized service center.
Contact authorized service center.
Keep oil at proper level at all times.
Replace worn parts and reassemble with new seals.
Contack authorized service center.
Clean or replace the air filter element(s).
Reduce to proper level. Use non-detergent oil.
Relocate compressor to an area with cool, dry well circulated air,
at least 12 in. from nearest wall.
Clean all cooling surfaces thoroughly.
Realign pulley with compressor flywheel.
Readjust.
Replace the pulley and check for a damaged crankshaft or flywheel
Open petcock when starting motor.
Move compressor to a warmer location.
Contact authorized service center.
Clean or replace the check valve.
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