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Troubleshooting
Air Compressor
Problem
Compressor does not start
Low air pressure
Relief valve is releasing prematurely
Excessive dust formation
Air leaks at ttings
Excessive noise
Compressor is over-heating
Cause
1. Loose wiring
2. Motor shut off due to thermal overload
1. Loose ttings.
2. Air lter is clogged
1. Defective relief valve
1. Air lter is clogged
1. Fittings are not tight enough
1. Loose valve
2. Piping is loose
3. Carbon or foreign materials on piston
4. Worn bearings
1. Air leaks in the system
2. Valve has carbon buildup, is worn, or
damaged
Solution
1. Check the wiring connections
2. Wait 10—15 minutes, then press the reset switch on
the motor housing
1. Check all ttings along the air ow line. Tighten if
necessary.
2. Clean or replace the air lter.
1. Replace relief valve.
1. Clean or replace the air lter.
1. Tighten the ttings where air can be heard escaping.
Check the ttings with a soapy water solution, if
necessary.
1. Inspect valve for damage and replace if necessary.
2. Check connections and tighten as necessary
3. Contact an authorized Titan service center.
4. Contact an authorized Titan service center.
1. Locate and tighten the ttings where air can be heard
escaping. Check the ttings with a soapy water
solution, if necessary.
2 Inspect valve and clean, repair, or replace, if
necessary.
