EN
PROBLEM
lubricant viscosity too low.
Detergent type lubricant being used.
Piston rings damaged or worn (broken, rough
or scratched). Excessive end gap or side
Oil in discharge air (oil
clearance.
pumping)
Piston rings not seated, are stuck in grooves or
end gaps not staggered.
Cylinder(s) or piston(s) scratched, worn or
scored.
Worn cylinder finish.
Excessive condensate in receiver tank.
Oil leaking from shaft
Crankshaft seal worn or crankshaft scored.
seal
Clogged or dirty inlet and/or discharge line
filter.
Safety/relief valve
Compressor valves leaky, broken, carbonized
"pops"
or loose.
Defective safety/relief valve.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Drain existing lubricant and refill with proper
lubricant.
Drain existing lubricant and refill with proper
lubricant.
Install ring kit.
Adjust piston rings.
Repair or replace as required.
Deglaze cylinder with 180 grit flex-hone.
Drain receiver tank with manual drain valve.
Replace seal or crankshaft assembly.
Clean or replace.
Inspect valves. Clean or replace as required. Install
valve kit.
Replace
22204861 Rev. C