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The solenoid valve next to the compressor is a normally open valve.
It is
wired with the compressor. When power to the compressor is shut off by the
high pressure switch, power is also shut off to the solenoid.
Without power
the solenoid opens and releases all air pressure from the check valve back
through the compressor.
When power is supplied to the compressor the
solenoid closes.
The reason for the solenoid is to allow the compressor to
start under a "no load" condition.
The tire-type valve on the bottom of the air supply tank should be drained
occasionally by depressing the valve stem.
Hold it down until all moisture
is drained.
A good habit would be to drain the air tank at each oil
change.
In some high humidity areas you may want to do it on a more
frequent basis.
The air compressor, solenoid, high and low pressure switches are all mounted
in the curbside lower compartment next to the LP tank.
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