Section 6: Troubleshooting; General Information - Vanair Reliant RS45 Installation, Operation, Maintenance And Parts Manual

RELIANT RS45 AIR COMPRESSOR
TROUBLESHOOTING

6.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

The information contained in this section has
been compiled from field report data and
factory experience. It contains symptoms
and usual causes for the most common
types of problems that may occur. However,
DO NOT assume that these are the only
problems that may occur. All available data
concerning the
systematically analyzed before undertaking
any repairs or component replacement
procedures.
A detailed visual
performing for almost all problems, and may
avoid unnecessary additional damage to the
machine. The procedures which can be
performed in the least amount of time and
with the least amount of removal or
disassembly of parts, should be performed
first. Always remember to:
1. Check for loose wiring.
2. Check for damaged piping.
3. Check for parts damaged by heat or an
electrical short circuit, usually noticeable
by discoloration or a burnt odor.
Should the problem persist after making the
recommended check, consult your nearest
®
Vanair representative or the Vanair Service
Department.Make sure to have the machine
serial number readily available to help
expedite assistance. Refer to Figure 6-1 for
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VANAIR MANUFACTURING, INC.
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trouble should be
inspection is worth
Figure 6-1: Machine Serial Plate / Serial Number Location
090126-OP_r0 (JAN-2018)

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machine, motor and compressor serial
number plate and serial number locations.
VANAIR MANUFACTURING, INC.
10896 West 300 North
Michigan City, IN 46360
(800) 526-8817
(219) 879-5100
Service (toll free): (844) VAN-SERV
Service Fax: (219) 879-5335
Parts Fax: (219) 879-5340
Sales Fax: (219) 879-5800
www.vanair.com
WARNING
Before starting, performing maintenance, or
replacing parts, relieve the entire system
pressure by opening a service valve, which will
vent all pressure to the atmosphere.
WARNING
DO NOT operate the compressor or any of its
systems if there is a known unsafe condition.
Disable the equipment by disconnecting it from
its power source.
NOTE THAT THE SYSTEM CAN BE STARTED
REMOTELY:
Install a lock-out tag to identify the equipment as
inoperable to other personnel to prevent
accidental application.
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