Troubleshooting - Husky C201H Use And Care Manual

20-gallon portable air compressor
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Troubleshooting

Problem
The compressor does not
run.
The motor hums while
running slowly, or it doesn't
run at all.
The fuses blow or circuit
breaker trips repeatedly.
Possible Cause
There is a loss of power or
the motor is overheated.
There is no power to the
unit.
The circuit breaker has
tripped or a fuse has blown
at the main power source.
The thermal overload
protector is actuated.
The pressure switch is bad.
The compressor has reached
automatic shutoff pressure.
There is low voltage from
the power source.
The wrong gauge wire or
length of extension cord is
being used.
There is a shorted or open
motor wiring.
There is a defective check
valve or unloader.
The incorrect fuse type is
being used.
The wrong gauge wire or
length of extension cord
is used.
There is a defective check
valve or unloader.
Solution
Check for proper use of extension cord.
Check to be sure the unit is plugged in.
Check the fuse/breaker.
Turn the air compressor OFF ( O ).
Unplug air compressor and wait until
compressor cools down.
Plug the air compressor into an approved
outlet.
Turn the air compressor ON ( I ).
Bring the compressor to a service center.
Release the air from the tank until the
compressor restarts automatically.
Call an electrician.
Check for proper gauge wire and cord
length.
Bring the compressor to a service center.
Bring the compressor to a service center.
Check for the proper fuse.
Use a time-delay fuse. Disconnect other
electrical appliances from the circuit
or operate the compressor on its own
branch circuit.
Check for the proper gauge wire and
cord length.
Bring the compressor to a service center.
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Please contact 1-888-43-HUSKY for further assistance.
HUSKYTOOLS.com

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