SYMPTOM
Engine will not start.
Engine lacks power.
Noisy operation.
Pressure drop in air tank or
rapid pressure loss when air
compressor is shut off.
Insufficient pressure at air tool
or accessory.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBABLE CAUSE
Various engine problems.
Filter element plugged.
Bad Fuel.
Various engine problems.
Lack of oil in the pump.
Carbon deposits on pistons or
valves.
Bearing, piston or connecting rod
failure.
Air leaks at connections.
Air leak in air tank.
Defective Pilot Valve.
Pressure Regulator not turned to
high enough pressure or defec-
tive.
Restricted air intake .
Air leaks or restrictions.
Hose or hose connections are too
small or long.
Slipping belt.
Air compressor is not large
enough for air requirement.
Restriction in Pilot Valve.
Mi-T-M
REMEDY
Refer to the engine manual
accompanying your air compressor.
Clean or replace filter element.
Drain fuel; refuel with fresh gasoline.
Refer to the engine manual
accompanying your air compressor.
Add correct amount of oil. Check for
bearing damage.
Remove cylinder head and inspect.
Clean or replace.
STOP THE AIR COMPRESSOR!
Contact Mi-T-M Customer Service.
Allow air compressor to build pres-
sure to the maximum allowed. Turn
off and brush a soapy water solution
onto all connections. Check connec-
tions for air bubbles. Tighten the con-
nections where leaks are present.
Air tank must be replaced. Do not
attempt to repair air tank!
Clean or replace.
Adjust Pressure Regulator to proper
setting or replace.
Clean or replace Air Intake Filter.
Check for leaks and repair.
Replace with larger hose or
connectors.
Tighten or replace.
Check the accessory air requirement.
If it is higher than the CFM or pres-
sure supply to the air compressor, use
a larger air compressor.
Clean or replace.
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