Troubleshooting Chart - Campbell Hausfeld FP260000 Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

troubleshooting chart

Stop using tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Serious personal injury could occur.
Any repairs or replacements must be done by a Qualified Service Person or Authorized Service Center.
Symptom Possible Cause(s)
Compressor will 1. Switch in OFF position
not run
2. No electrical power at wall outlet
3. Compressor has reached automatic
shut-off pressure
4. Motor overheated / overworked
5. Loose electrical connection
Thermal overload 1. Low voltage
protector cuts out
2. Wrong gauge wire or length of
repeatedly
extension cord
3. Clogged intake filter
4. Lack of proper ventilation/room
temperature too high
5. Defective check valve
6. Defective unloader valve (on
pressure switch)
7. Compressor valves failed
Tank pressure 1. Loose drain valve
drops when
2. Check valve leaking
compressor shuts
3. Loose connections at fittings,
off
tubing, etc.
4. Tank leaks
Compressor runs 1. Excessive air usage, compressor too
continuously and small
air output is lower
2. Clogged intake filter
than normal/low
3. Loose connections at fittings,
discharge pressure
tubing, etc.
4. Tank leaks
5. Broken valves
6. Piston ring worn
Excessive moisture 1. Excessive water in tank
in discharge air
2. High humidity
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Corrective Action
1. Make sure compressor is plugged in and switch
is ON
2. Check circuit breaker or fuse at electrical panel.
3. Release air from tank until compressor restarts automatically
4. Switch unit to OFF, wait 30 minutes to cool, turn ON again
to resume work. Make sure compressor is run in a clean,
well-ventilated area where temperature will not exceed
100°F.
5. Check all electrical connections
1. Check voltage at wall outlet with voltmeter.
2. Check extension cord chart for proper extension cord usage.
3. Clean or replace filter.
4. Move compressor to well-ventilated area.
5. Repair or replace.
6. Repair or replace.
7. Replace valve assembly.
Do not disassemble check valve with
air pressure in tank; bleed tank.
1. Tighten.
2. Remove check valve. Clean or replace.
3. Check all connections with soap and water solution. If a leak
is detected, (1) tighten or (2) remove fitting and apply pipe
tape to threads and reassemble.
4. Check tank for leaks with soap and water solution. If leak is
detected, tank must be replaced with genuine replacement
part.
Do not disassemble check valve with
air pressure in tank; bleed tank.
1. Decrease usage or purchase unit with higher air delivery
(SCFM).
2. Clean or replace.
3. Check all connections with soap and water solution. If a leak
is detected, (1) tighten or (2) remove fitting and apply pipe
tape to threads and reassemble.
4. Check tank for leaks with soap and water solution. If leak is
detected, tank must be replaced with genuine replacement
part.
5. Replace compressor valves as necessary.
6. Replace piston rings.
1. Drain tank.
2. Move to area of less humidity; use air line filter.
nOte: Water condensation is not caused by compressor
malfunction.
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