Senco PC1010 operating instructions Symptom 5. Air leaks from safety relief valve

Models: PC1010

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TROUBLESHOOTING

 

Symptom 4. Air continues to leak at motor/pressure switch release valve after motor is running.

 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

Defective motor/pressure switch.

Replace.

 

 

 

 

Symptom 5. Air leaks from safety relief valve.

 

 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

Possible defective safety relief valve.

Operate safety relief valve manually by pulling on ring.

 

If it still leaks, it should be replaced.

Excessive air tank pressure.

Defective motor/pressure switch. Replace

 

 

 

 

Symptom 6. Air leaks at fittings.

 

 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

Fittings are not tight enough.

Tighten fittings where air can be heard escaping. Check

 

fittings with soapy water solution. Do not overtighten.

 

 

 

 

Symptom 7. Air leak in air tank.

 

 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

Defective or rusted air tank.

Air tank must be replaced. Do not attempt to repair

 

air tank!

 

 

Symptom 8. Air blowing from inlet filter.

 

 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

Damaged inlet (reed) valve.

Contact SENCO Customer Service 888-222-8144

 

 

Symptom 9. Insufficient presure at air tool or accessory.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Pressure regulator knob not turned to high enough pressure or defective pressure regulator.

Restricted air intake filter.

Air leaks.

Air compressor is not large enough for air requirement.

REMEDY

Adjust pressure regulator knob to proper setting or replace.

Clean.

Check for leaks and repair.

Check the accessory air requirement. If it is higher than the CFM or pressure supply of the air compressor, you need a larger air compressor.

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Senco PC1010 operating instructions Symptom 5. Air leaks from safety relief valve