Senco PC2016 operating instructions Insufficient pressure at air tool or accessory

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11.Insufficient pressure at air tool or accessory.

PROBABLE CAUSE	REMEDY
Pressure regulator knob not turned to high enough	Adjust pressure regulator knob to proper setting or
pressure or defective pressure regulator.	replace.
Restricted air intake filter.	Clean or replace.
Air leaks.	Check for leaks and repair.
Hose or hose connections are too small or long.	Replace with larger hose or connectors.
Slipping belt.	Tighten or replace.
Air compressor is not large enough for air require-	Check the accessory air requirement. If it is higher
ment.	than the CFM or pressure supply of the air
	compressor, you need a larger air compressor.

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12.Air compressor not making enough air.

PROBABLE CAUSE	REMEDY
Restricted air intake filter.	Clean or replace.
Defective (reed) valve.	Drain air tank and measure pump up time. Compare
	to specifications. If longer, remove pump head and
	inspect valve plate, clean or replace.
Restriction in pilot valve.	Clean or replace.

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13.Excessive oil consumption in pump.

PROBABLE CAUSE	REMEDY
Restricted air intake filter.	Clean or replace.
Air compressor on unlevel surface.	Do not incline the air compressor more than 10° in
	any direction while running.
Crankcase overfilled with oil.	Drain oil. Refill to proper level with Senco PC0344
	oil.
Plugged oil dipstick vent.	Clean.
Oil leaks.	Repair.
Worn piston rings or scored cylinder.	Contact Senco Customer Service 800-543-4596.

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14. Oil has milky appearance.

PROBABLE CAUSE	REMEDY
Water in oil due to condensation.	Change oil and move air compressor to a less humid
	environment.

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15. Moisture in discharge air.

PROBABLE CAUSE	REMEDY
Condensation in air tank caused by high level of at-	Drain air tank after every use. Drain air tank more
mospheric humidity or air compressor is not run long	often in humid weather and use an air line filter.
enough.

14 Senco® Electric Air Compressor Manual 2004