The quickest way for direct results is to get my Air Compressor Troubleshooting Guide. You press the start button but nothing happens. Either an electrical problem, or the compressor has tripped on a safety device. Check supply power. Check for errors on display. Check emergency stop is out.
[pdf] They are used to keep the pressure in a tank between a pre-set lower and upper pressure. When the tank pressure crosses the upper or lower limit, an electrical switch is operated. Normally Closed (NC) switch.
[pdf] Try to turn the compressor by hand. It should be possible to turn it around. It should turn around smoothly, without any ‘hiccups’ (be sure to completely shut down the air compressor!). Check the isolation of the motor winding.
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