Troubled where to find air compressor support? Listed below are some general air compressor problems, the possible causes and tips on how to fix the problem.
Does your air compressor make excessive noise and vibrate during operation? There are several issues that can cause the problem: The piston might be hitting the valve plate. In that case, open the compressor’s cylinder head and check if there foreign objects on the piston. Replace the gasket and reassemble. Check for a loose belt, belt guard, flywheel, pulley, cooler or clamps and tighten them. Inspect the bearings for possible damage. Insufficient oil in the crankcase may also lead to the problem so ensure you replenish the oil level. If the crankcase is defective either replace it or repair it if you can.The compressor floor might be loose. Ensure you tighten the bolts and replace worn out vibration pads. Check for excessive crank end play and adjust it.
Does the air compressor consume excess oil. Confined air intake may be a major cause Hence replace the air filter or clean it. Check for oil leaks and replace any worn out piston rings. Inspect the viscosity of the oil you are using. If it not appropriate, drain it and refill with oil of the required viscosity. Another possible cause is if your compressor is tilted too much. Use vibration pads and level your compressor. Replace a chipped cylinder.
For oil in discharge air, the piston rings might be installed upside down. In this case replace the crankshaft.Restricted air intake, worn out piston rings and wrong oil viscosity can also cause oil in discharge air. Hence ensure you’ve inspected the oil viscosity, cleaned the air filter and replaced worn piston rings. Ensure the oil has not been filled beyond the full mark on the sight gauge. If its filled beyond drain out the excess oil.
If knock occurs while compressor is loading, check for the connecting rod bearings. wrist pin and wrist pin bearings or a loose connecting rod nut. To fix the problem, either replace the connecting rod, replace the piston assembly and tighten the nut respectively. If knock occurs in the same cycle as R.P.M, the main bearings may be worn out or a loose flywheel, or the connecting rod bearings. To fix the issue, replace the main bearings, tighten the flywheel or replace the rod respectively.
For insufficient pressure when using,Inspect for leaks or confinement in hose, clean or replace the air filter, or check if your hose is too small; if so replace with a larger one. If the receiver fails to hold pressure when the compressor is unloaded, the check valve may faulty and needs replacement. If receiver’s pressure builds up slowly, tighten joints for possible air leaks, tighten belts, replace gasket and valve plates. If the pressure builds too quickly, drain excess water from the receiver and check for speed.
If fuses blow repeatedly, check for the proper size and ampere rating. If it still blows the motor may be overloaded. Shut it down. Adjust the compressor belts to the right tension to avoid excessive belt wear. These air compressor support tips will help you and save you a trip to the technician.