Trouble
Loss of power or low free speed
Rough operation
Scoring
Air leaks
MAINTENANCE SECTION
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Probable Cause
Low air pressure
Clogged Air Strainer Screen
Worn or broken Vanes
Worn or broken Cylinder
Improper lubrication or dirt
build–up
Worn or broken Rear or
Front Rotor Bearing
Worn Rotor Key
Improper assembly
Rotor Bearing Seal misalignment Loosen the Retaining Plate screws and rotate the
Worn Valve Face
Worn Motor Housing Gasket
Oiler Plug not tight
Distorted face on Motor housing. Polish lightly using fine emery cloth on a flat
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT DESTROY.
Check the air supply. For top performance, the air
pressure must be 90 psig (6.2 bar/620 kPa) at the
inlet of the tool.
Clean the Air Strainer. Screen in a clean, suitable,
cleaning solution. If cannot be cleaned, replace it.
Replace the complete set of Vanes.
Replace the Cylinder if it is cracked or if the bore
appears wavy or scored.
Clean the motor unit parts and lubricate as
instructed.
Examine each Bearing. Replace if worn or
damaged.
Replace the Key. Check the Rotor Shaft and Rotor
for key slot wear and replace if necessary.
Make certain that all motor parts are properly
aligned prior to clamping the motor assembly.
spindle by hand to align the Seal. Tighten the
Screws. The Rotor Shaft must rotate freely.
Replace worn parts.
Replace the Gasket.
Tighten the Oiler Plug.
metal plate to remove high spots. If the tool has
been dropped and the Motor Housing is damaged,
replace with a new Motor Housing Assembly.
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