Porter-Cable D24938-044-2 Service and Adjustments, To Replace or Clean Check Valve

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ALL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPERATIONS NOT LISTED MUST BE PERFORMED BY TRAINED SERVICE TECHNICIAN.

Risk of Unsafe

Operation. Unit

cycles automatically when power is on. When servicing, you may be exposed to voltage sources, compressed air, or moving parts. Before servicing unit unplug or disconnect electrical supply to the air compressor, bleed tank of pressure, and allow the air compressor to cool.

To Replace or Clean Check Valve

1.Release all air pressure from air tank. See "To Drain Tank" in the Maintenance section.

2.Unplug air compressor.

3.Using an adjustable wrench loosen outlet tube nut at air tank and pump. Carefully move outlet tube up away from check valve.

Outlet Tube

Pressure

Relief Tube

Nuts

Nuts Check

Valve

4.Using an adjustable wrench loosen pressure relief tube nut at air tank and pressure switch. Carefully move pressure relief tube away from check valve.

5.Unscrew the check valve (turn counterclockwise) using a 7/8" open end wrench. Note the orientation for reassembly.

6.Using a screwdriver, carefully push the valve disc up and down. NOTE: The valve disc should move freely up and down on a spring which holds the valve disc in the closed position, if not the check valve needs to be cleaned or replaced.

Screwdriver

In open position nothing is visible.

In closed position disc is visible.

7.Clean or replace the check valve. A solvent, such as paint or varnish remover can be used to clean the check valve.

8.Apply sealant to the check valve threads. Reinstall the check valve (turn clockwise).

9.Replace the pressure release tube. Tighten nuts.

10.Replace the outlet tube and tighten nuts.

11.Perform the Break-in Procedure. See "Break-in Procedure" in the Operation section.

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Contents Instruction Important Safety Instructions Safety Guidelines DefinitionsHazard Attachments & Accessories Electricity. Like any other electrically Result in serious burns Fire, Inhalation, Damage to Vehicle Surfaces Accessories SpecificationsGlossary Duty CycleTools Required for Assembly AssemblyTo Install Handle UnpackingAssemble Rubber Feet To Assemble WheelsTo Add Oil To Pump Location of the Air Compressor InstallationExtension Cords Voltage and Circuit Protection120/240 Dual Voltage Motor Operation Know Your Air CompressorDescription of Operation Before Starting How to Use Your UnitBefore Each Start-Up How to StartCustomer Responsibilities MaintenanceChanging CheckingTo Replace Belt Air Filter Inspection and ReplacementMotor Pulley/Flywheel Alignment To Replace or Clean Check Valve Service and AdjustmentsTo Replace Regulator Storage Problem Cause Correction TroubleshootingWhile accessory is being Problem Cause Correction Problem Cause Correction Limited Warranty