Bostitch CAP1512-OF manual Trouble Shooting Guide, Problem Probable Cause Correction

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

NOTE: REMOVE POWER SOURCE AND DRAIN TANK PRESSURE PRIOR TO MAKING ANY REPAIRS OR ADJUSTMENTS.

Problem

Probable Cause

Correction

Unit will not run

Tank pressure exceeds “cut in” pressure

Once pressure drops below “cut in” pressure, the unit will start.

 

Extension cord causing excessive amp draw

Check guidelines for proper cord gauge

 

 

(use of extension cords is not recommended).

 

Fuse or circuit tripped

Replace fuse or reset breaker

 

Unit not turned on or not plugged in

Check pressure switch and verify that it is in the On position.

 

 

Verify that unit is plugged in.

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Cold weather conditions

Place compressor in warmer environment for at least 30 minutes

 

 

(typically temperatures below freezing)

then try restarting.

Air leaks at fittings

Fittings loose

Tighten fitting. Check with soapy water. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

Unit will not build pressure

Application requires excessive air demand

Reduce demand on compressor

 

Loose head

Tighten bolts on head

 

Blown gasket

Remove head and check for

 

 

broken or deformed gasket. Replace if needed.

 

Open drain valve

Close drain valve

Unit will not build pressure

Worn or broken valves

Remove head and replace valves.

Air leak at tank or air tank

Damaged air tank

 

 

 

welds.

 

 

 

DO NOT DRILL INTO , WELD OR OTHERWISE MODIFY AIR TANK.

 

 

 

 

 

DAMAGED OR MODIFIED TANKS CAN RUPTURE. REPLACE TANK IMMEDIATELY.

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Contents Stanley Fastening Systems L.P 191705REVA 01/10 Introduction IndexRules for Safe Operation Ventilation Rulesfor Safe OperationAir Tank Risk of BurnsSafety Valve Electrical Grounding InstructionsElectricalgroundinginstructions SpecificationsCAP1512-OF Features of the Bostitch CAP1512-OF Tank Pressure Gauge The tank pressureGeneral Maintenance Operation InstructionsLimited Warranty Trouble Shooting Guide Problem Probable Cause CorrectionIntroducción ÍndiceReglas Para EL Funcionamiento Seguro Ventilación Reglas Para EL Funcionamiento Seguro continuaciónTanques de aire Peligro de quemadurasInstrucciones DE Conexión Eléctrica a Tierra Válvulade seguridadInstrucciones DE Conexión Eléctrica a TIERRAcontinuación EspecificacionesMedidor de presióndel tanqueEl Características DEL Bostitch CAP1512-OFMedidor de presiónregulada El Instrucciones DE Operación Mantenimiento GeneralGarantía Limitada Guía Para Solucionar Problemas Problema Causa probable CorrecciónIndex Renseignez-vous Embouts et accessoiresRègles Pour UNE Utilisation Sécuritaire Évitez les piècesmobilesVentilation Règles Pour UNE Utilisation Sécuritaire suiteRéservoirs d’air Risque de brûluresInstructions DE Mise À LA Terre Soupape de sûretéCycle DE Service Instructions DE Mise À LA Terre suiteCaractéristiques DU Bostitch CAP1512-OF Instructions D’UTILISATION Entretien GénéralGarantie Limitée Problème Cause probable Solution Guide DE Dépannage