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Problem
High Oil
1. Crankcase oil too thin.
Consumption
2. Unit not on level surface.
3. Crankcase vents clogged.
Overheating
1. Filters need cleaning/replacing.
2. Crankcase oil too thin or
3. Crankcase oil level too low.
4. Unusually dusty environment.
5. Cord is too small of a gauge or
6. Unit not on level surface.
Compressor
1. Compressor not large enough
starts and stops
excessively
2. Loose fittings.
Excessive noise
1. Crankcase overfilled with oil
2. Crankcase oil level too low.
3. Loose or damaged belt guard.
4. Loose fittings.
5. Unit not on level surface.
Moisture in
Too much moisture in air.
discharge air
Oil in discharge air
1. Crankcase oil too thin or
2. Crankcase vents clogged.
Safety Valve "pops" Safety valve needs service.
Air leaks from pump
Loose fittings.
or fittings
Air leaks from tank
Defective or rusted tank.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the
compressor. Disconnect power supply before service.
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN
THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY
REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.
IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS
REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE
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ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION
OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
SKU 68064
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Possible Causes
incorrect type.
too long to handle compressor.
for job.
or oil is incorrect thickness or
type.
crankcase overfilled with oil.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
Likely Solutions
1. Drain oil and refill to proper level with recommended
oil.
2. Reposition unit on a level surface.
3. Clean Crankcase vents.
1. Check inlet and outlet filters. Clean and/or replace as
needed.
2. Drain oil and refill to proper level with recommended
oil.
3. Add oil to proper level, check for leaks.
4. Clean and/or replace filters more often or move unit to
cleaner environment.
5. Increase cord size or use shorter length extension
cord, or eliminate extension cord. See Recommended
Wire Gauge for Extension Cords in Safety section.
6. Reposition unit on a level surface.
1. Check if accessory SCFM is met by Compressor. If
Compressor doesn't reach accessory SCFM, you need
a larger Compressor.
2. Reduce air pressure, then check all fittings with a soap
solution for air leaks and tighten as needed. Do not
overtighten.
1. Drain oil and refill to proper level with recommended
oil.
2. Add oil to proper level, check for leaks.
3. Replace belt guard.
4. Reduce air pressure, then check all fittings with a soap
solution for air leaks and tighten as needed. Do not
overtighten.
5. Reposition unit on a level surface.
Install inline air filter/dryer, and/or relocate to less humid
environment.
1. Drain oil and refill to proper level with recommended
oil.
2. Clean Crankcase vents.
Pull on test ring of safety valve. If it still pops, replace.
Reduce air pressure, then check all fittings with a soap
solution for air leaks and tighten as needed. Do not
overtighten.
Have tank replaced by a qualified technician.
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