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Troubleshooting – Grizzly G8298 User Manual

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G8297/G8298/G8299 Air Compressors

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SYMPTOM

Pump Motor Will Not
Start

Pump Motor Starts; But
Fuses Blow or Circuit
Breakers Trip

Low Pressure At The
Tool

Low Pressure At The
Tanks

Compressor Knocking

Air Leaks From Pressure
Switch

Air Is Dirty Or Has
Excessive Moisture

Motor Runs Hot

Pressure Relief Valve
Stays Open And Motor
Won’t Stop Running

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Low voltage.
2. Open circuit in motor, switch or

cord.

3. Tank already pressurized.
4. Thermal overload switch.

1. Short circuit in line cord or plug.

2. Short circuit in motor or loose

connections.

3. Incorrect fuses or circuit break-

ers in power line.

1. Air leaks in flexible hoses.
2. Pressure gauge bad
3. Pressure regulator bad.

1. Air leaks in tanks or delivery

pipes.

2. Drain cock open
3. Safety valve releasing below

150 PSI.

4. Air filter clogged.
5. Gaskets leaking

6. Worn rings.

1. Improper oil level.
2. Air filter clogged.
3. Piston assembly loose.

1. Faulty check valve.

2. Faulty pressure switch.

1. Tanks not drained.

2. Delivery pipes are dirty.

1. Cooling Fins Dirty.

2. Air filter clogged.

1. Faulty pressure switch, unit is

trying to overpressure the tank

2. Faulty pressure relief valve.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Check power line for proper voltage.
2. Inspect all lead connections on motor, switch and

cord for loose or open connections.

3. Motor will not start if tank pressure is too high.
4. Thermal overload switch has tripped, wait for motor

to cool, then reset switch by pressing red button.

1. Inspect cord or plug for damaged insulation and

shorted wires.

2. Inspect all connections on motor for loose or shorted

terminals or worn insulation.

3. Install correct fuses or circuit breakers.

1. Check air hoses and all connections for leaks.
2. Check pressure in line with known good gauge.
3. Adjust pressure regulator, if no improvement inspect

regulator for leaks or replacement.

1. Check air tanks, pipes and all connections for leaks.

2. Close drain cock.
3. Replace safety valve.

4. Inspect and clean air filter.
5. Check gaskets on cylinder head assembly, repair or

replace as needed.

6. Inspect and replace pump piston rings.

1. Check oil level and add oil.
2. Inspect and clean air filter.
3. Inspect and repair piston and connecting rod.

1. Clean dirt or debris from rubber membrane of check

valve after removing top nut.

2

Repair or replace pressure switch.

1. Open drain cocks on both tanks and make certain all

condensation water is drained out.

2. Remove delivery pipes, clean out and replace.

1. Clean cylinder head fins and also remove any accu-

mulated dirt or grease from motor area.

2. Inspect and clean air filter.

1. Turn compressor off, unplug from power supply,

drain tank. DO NOT USE until switch is repaired or
replaced.

2. Relief valve is relieving pressure too early, test pres-

sure relief and repair or replace,

TROUBLESHOOTING

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