English
Troubleshooting Codes
Code | possible cause | POSSIBLE SOLUTION |
|
|
|
1 | Unloader valve does not release pressure when air tank | Unloader valve must be replaced. Contact a DeWALT factory |
| reaches | service center or a DeWALT authorized service center. |
|
|
|
2 | Fittings are not tight | Tighten fittings where air can be heard escaping. Check fit- |
|
| tings with soapy water solution. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. |
|
|
|
3 | Defective unloader valve | Turn off engine, rotate manual lock unloader lever to the |
|
| closed perpendicular position. If air leaks out of air tank |
|
| through unloader valve, replace unloader valve. |
|
|
|
4 | Defective air tank | Air tank must be replaced. Do not repair the leak. |
|
| Warning: Risk of bursting. Do not drill into, weld or oth- |
|
| erwise modify air tank or it will weaken. The air tank can |
|
| rupture or explode. |
|
|
|
5 | Leaking seals | Contact a DeWALT factory service center or a DeWALT |
|
| authorized service center. |
|
|
|
6 | Defective safety valve | Operate safety valve manually by pulling on ring. If valve still |
|
| leaks, it must be replaced. |
|
|
|
7 | Prolonged excessive use of air | Decrease amount of air usage. |
|
|
|
8 | Compressor is not large enough for accessory | Check the accessory air requirement. If it is higher than the |
|
| SCFM or pressure supplied by your air compressor, a larger |
|
| compressor is needed to operate accessory. |
|
|
|
9 | Hole in air hose | Check and replace air hose, if required. |
|
|
|
10 | Unloader valve restricted | Remove, clean or replace. |
|
|
|
11 | Unit operating in damp or humid conditions | Move unit to a dry well ventilated area. |
|
|
|
12 | Restricted air intake filter | Clean or replace air intake filter. |
|
|
|
28
