Ridgid OF45175 Owners Manual - Page 17

TROUBLE Thermal overload protector cuts out repeatedly PROBABLE CAUSE 1. Low voltage 2. Clogged air filter 3. Lack of proper ventilation/room temperature too high 4. Unit is plugged into extension cord REMEDY 1. Check with voltmeter 2. Clean filter (see Maintenance section) 3. Move compressor to well ventilated area 4. Remove extension cord Air tank pressure drops when compressor shuts off 1. Loose connections (fittings, tubing, etc.) 2. Loose drain lock 3. Check valve leaking 1. Check all connections with soap and water solution and tighten 2. Tighten 3. Disassemble check valve assembly, clean or replace ! DANGER: Do not disassemble check valve with air in tank; bleed tank Excessive moisture in discharge air 1. Excessive water in air tank 2. High humidity 1. Drain tank 2. Move to area of less humidity; use air line filter Compressor runs continuously 1. Defective pressure switch 2. Excessive air usage 1. Replace switch 2. Decrease air usage; compressor not large enough for a requirement Compressor vibrates Air output lower than normal Loose mounting bolts 1. Broken inlet valves 2. Intake filter dirty 3. Connections leaking Tighten 1. Have authorized service representative repair unit 2. Clean or replace intake filter 3. Tighten connections 17