RIDGID OL90150 Operator's Manual page 21

TROUBLE
Thermal overload 1. Low voltage
protector cuts out 2. Clogged air filter
repeatedly
3. Lack of proper ventila-
4. Unit is plugged into
Air tank pressure 1. Loose connections (fit-
drops when com-
pressor shuts off
2. Tank drain valve open
3. Check valve leaking
Excessive moisture 1. Excessive water in air
in discharge air
2. High humidity
Compressor runs 1. Defective pressure
continuously
2. Excessive air usage
Compressor vibrates Loose mounting bolts
Air output lower than 1. Broken inlet valves
normal
2. Intake filter dirty
3. Connections leaking
PROBABLE CAUSE
tion/room temperature
too high
extension cord
tings, tubing, etc.)
tanks
switch
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REMEDY
1. Check with voltmeter
2. Clean filter (see
Maintenance section)
3. Move compressor to well
ventilated area
4. Remove extension cord
1. Check all connections with
soap and water solution
and tighten
2. Close valve
3. Disassemble check valve
assembly, clean or replace
DANGER:
!
Do not disassemble
check valve with air in
tank; bleed tank
1. Drain tanks
2. Move to area of less
humidity; use air line filter
1. Replace switch
2. Decrease air usage; com-
pressor not large enough
for a requirement
Tighten
1. Have authorized service
representative repair unit
2. Clean or replace intake fil-
ter
3. Tighten connections