Craftsman 875.19119 - Manual (Page 5)

Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action I
Tool runs slowly or will not operate
1. Grit or gum in tool 1, Flush the tool with air tool oil or gum
solvent.
2. No oi! in tool 2, Lubricate the tool according to the lubrication
instructions in this manual
3. Low air pressure 3- a. Adjust the regulator on the tool to the maxL
mum setting
b. Adjust the compressor regulator to too!
maximum of 90 psi.
4. Air hose leaks 4, Tighten and seal hose fittings if leaks are found.
Use teflon tape.
5. Pressure drops 5- a. Be sure the hose is the proper size. Long
hoses or tools using large volumes of air may
require a hose with an I.D, of 1/2” or larger
depending on the total length of the hose,
b. Do not use a multiple number of hoses
connected together with quick connect fittings.
This causes additional pressure drops and
reduces the tool power. Directly connect the
hoses together
Moisture blowing out of tool exahust 1. Water in tank 1. Drain tank. (See air compressor manual). Oil tool
and run until no water is evident. Oil tool again and
run 1-2 seconds
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