Makita MAC700 Owners Manual - Page 15

PROBLEM CAUSE Pressure reading on the regulated pressure gauge drops when accessory is used. It is normal for "some" pressure drop to occur. CORRECTION If there is an excessive amount of pressure drop when the accessory is used, adjust the regulator following the instructions. Note:Adjust the regulated pressure under flow conditions (while accessory is being used). Air leak Possible from safety defective valve. safety valve. Operate safety valve manually by pulling on ring. If valve still leaks, it should be replaced. Compressor • Prolonged is not excessive supplying use of air. enough air to operate accessories. • Compressor is not large enough for air requirement. • Restricted air intake filter. • Unit is not plugged in. • Hole in hose. • Check valve restricted. • Air leaks. • Decrease amount of air usage. • Check the accessory air requirement. If it is higher than the SCFM or pressure supplied by your air compressor, you need a larger compressor. • Clean or replace air intake filter. Do not operate the air compressor in the paint spray area. • Plug unit into "live" electrical outlet. • Check and replace if required. • Remove and clean, or replace. • Tighten fittings. (See Air Leaks section of troubleshooting guide). Motor will not run. • Motor overload protection switch has tripped. • Tank pressure exceeds pressure switch "cutin" pressure. • Let motor cool off and reset overload switch. • Motor will start automatically when tank pressure drops below "cut-in" pressure of pressure switch. Page 15