Troubleshooting
Guide
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CORRECTION
Thermal
overload
protector
cuts
out repeatedly,
Excessive
moisture
in the discharge
air.
Air leaks from the tank body or tank
welds.
Reset Button
This compressor
is equipped
with
a manual
reset overload
protector
which will shut off motor
if it becomes
overloaded.
1. Lack of ventilation,
room temperature
too high. Move to cooler
environment.
2. Excessive
air usage, compressor
too small for this application.
Lower
rate of consumption.
Remove
the water
in the tank by draining
after each use. High
humidity
environments
will cause excessive
condensation.
Utilize
water
filters
on your air line.
Water
condensation
is not caused
by compressor
malfunction.
Be sure the compressor's
air output
is greater
than your tool's air
consumption
rate.
Never drill into, weld or otherwise
modify
the air tank or it will
weaken.
The tank can rupture
or explode.
Compressor
cannot
be
repaired.
Discontinue
use of the air compressor.
To reset the air compressor:
1. Turn the air compressor
off.
2. Unplug
air compressor
and wait until compressor
cools down.
3. Plug the air compressor
into an approved
outlet.
4. Turn the air compressor
on.
5. Press the reset button.
If overload
protector
shuts
motor
OFF frequently,
look for the following
causes:
, Low voltage
, Lack of proper
ventilation/room
temperature
too high
* Wrong
gauge
wire or length
of
extension
cord
RESET BUTTON