Porter-Cable C2150 instruction manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Correction

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Performing repairs may expose voltage sources, moving parts or compressed air sources, moving parts or

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

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Excessive tank

Pressure switch does

Set the On/Auto/Off lever

pressure - safety

not shut off motor when

to the "OFF" position, if

valve pops off.

compressor reaches

the outfit does not shut off

 

"cut-out" pressure.

contact a Trained Service

 

 

Technician.

 

Pressure switch "cut-out"

Contact a Trained Service

 

too high.

Technician.

 

 

 

Air leaks at

Tube fittings are not tight

Tighten fittings where air

fittings.

enough.

can be heard escaping.

 

 

Check fittings with soapy

 

 

water solution. Do Not

 

 

Overtighten.

Air leaks at or

Check valve seat damaged.

A defective check valve

inside check

 

results in a constant air leak

valve.

 

at the pressure release valve

 

 

when there is pressure in the

 

 

tank and the compressor

 

 

is shut off. Replace check

 

 

valve. Refer to the "To

 

 

Replace or Clean Check

 

 

Valve" in the "Service and

 

 

Adjustment" section.

 

 

 

Air leaks at

Defective pressure switch

Contact a Trained Service

pressure switch

release valve.

Technician.

release valve.

 

 

Air leaks in air

Defective air tank.

Air tank must be replaced.

tank or at air

 

Do not repair the leak.

tank welds.

 

Do not

 

 

drill into,

 

 

weld or otherwise modify

 

 

air tank or it will weaken.

 

 

The tank can rupture or

 

 

explode.

 

 

 

Air leaks

Leaking seal.

Contact a Trained Service

between head

 

Technician.

and valve plate.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Oil Free Portable Air Compressor Death or serious injury Safety Guidelines DefinitionsImportant Safety Instructions Death or serious injury Or moderate injuryAlways remain in attendance with HazardWhat Could Happen Attachments & AccessoriesYour specific application Electricity. Like any other electricallyRepairs attempted by unqualified To human consumptionHazard Warning Risk from Moving Parts Result in serious burns How To Prevent ItEquip area of operation with a fire extinguisher Keep children away from the air compressor at all timesDuty Cycle SpecificationsAccessories GlossaryHandle Assembly AssemblyOutlets InstallationLocation of the Air Compressor PlugVoltage and Circuit Protection Extension CordsKnow Your Air Compressor Description of Operation OperationDrain Valve Before Starting How to StopValve Pressure Release Customer Responsibilities MaintenanceHow to Start Before Each Start-UpAir Filter Inspection and Replacement To Check Safety ValveTo Drain Tank To Replace or Clean Check Valve Service and AdjustmentsAir Compressor Pump Intake and Exhaust Valves Regulator Quick Connect To Replace RegulatorScrewdriver Open position nothing is visible Outlet Pressure GaugeStorage Problem Cause Correction TroubleshootingBeing used Check wiring connection Responsibility of Original Purchaser initial User Limited Warranty

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