Troubleshooting - Craftsman 919.165380 Owner's Manual

compressed air sources. Personal injury may occur. Prior to attempting
any repairs, unplug the air compressor and bleed off all air tank air
pressure.
PROBLEM
Excessive tank
pressure - safety
valve pops off.
Air leaks at
fittings.
Air leaks in air
tank or at air
tank welds.
Air leaks
between head
and valve plate.
Air leak from
safety valve.
Knocking Noise.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Performing repairs may expose voltage sources, moving
parts or compressed air sources, moving parts or
CAUSE
Pressure switch does not
shut off motor when
compressor reaches "cut-
out" pressure.
Pressure switch "cut-out"
too high.
Tube fittings are not tight
enough.
Defective air tank.
Leaking seal.
Possible defect in safety
valve.
Possible defect in safety
valve.
Move On/Auto/Off lever to
the "OFF" position, if the
outfit does not shut off
contact a Trained Service
Technician.
Contact a Trained Service
Technician.
Tighten fittings where air can
be heard escaping. Check
fittings with soapy water
solution. Do Not
Overtighten.
Air tank must be replaced.
Do not repair the leak.
Do not drill into, weld or
otherwise modify air tank
or it will weaken. The tank
can rupture or explode.
Contact a Trained Service
Technician.
Operate safety valve
manually by pulling on ring.
If valve still leaks, it should
be replaced.
Operate safety valve
manually by pulling on ring.
If valve still leaks, it should
be replaced.
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CORRECTION
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