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Draining the storage tank

This is a preventative maintenance task that should be done routinely per manufacturer’s recommendations.

 

 

  1. Turn off machine by toggling power switch on front panel
  2. Unplug machine
  3. Take front panel off of machine to gain access to the compressor
  4. Slowly open drain valve to drain fluids
  5. Close valve once fluids have been drained
  6. Build up of condensate can cause damage to the compressor resulting in issues in operation. 

Resetting the Compressor

  1. Open the front panel of the machine to access the compressor
  2. Locate the red handled lever on the pressure switch on top on the compressor
  3. Flip the switch to the off position
    • Air may be relieved for a few seconds during this step, as the air pump head is being depressurized. If this continues for more than a few seconds refer to the Service Check Valve instructions.
  4. Drain the storage tank from the drain valve to remove any built up condensation, be sure to close it after all pressure and water have been relieved.
  5. Turn the compressor back on, and reset any active faults on the Dough Processor
  6. If the compressor does not restart check the following
    • DD104 is powered on
    • No faults are active on the DD104
    • DQ1 on the IO screen, a white light will indicate that the system is supplying power to the compressor
    • If this light is on, check if the cabinet cooling fan under the compressor is running. The fan should be making a low hum as it operates or the air flow can be felt.
    • If the fan is not running, follow the preventative maintenance instructions for checking controller terminals.
    • If the fan is operating, the compressor has most likely overheated, turn off the system for 10 minutes to allow time to cool, then restart.
  7. For further details, videos, and other compressor trouble shooting visit the following website: https://www.californiaairtools.com/maintenance-trouble-shooting-user-guide/not-starting/

 

Replacing Your Air Compressor

Servicing the Check Valve

  1. Perform the following if air is leaking or releasing from valve. The check valve spring could be compressed. This occurs when pressure is left in an air tank for prolong periods of time, the check valve spring can become compressed
  2. Turn off and unplug the air compressor
  3. Drain the air tank from the drain valve
  4. Locate the check valve on the parts diagram in manual
  5. Remove the hex nut cap on the check valve
  6. Remove the spring located inside the check valve
  7. Clean the inside of the check valve
  8. Clean and stretch the spring
  9. Replace the spring and cap
  10. Close the drain valve
  11. Plug in the power cord and turn on the air compressor
  12. For further details, videos, and other compressor trouble shooting visit the following website: https://www.californiaairtools.com/maintenance-trouble-shooting-user-guide/drop-in-pressure/

 

Running without building pressure

If the compressor sounds to be operating normally, internal componets could be worn and need to be replaced. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for inspecting and replacing any worn parts.

 

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