My friend thank you for the nice video. My compressor sometimes if the pressure dropped it is not restarted automatically. You have any solution for that ?
Also remove the drain plug to let water out of the tank. I had the original belt on my compressor over 30 years. No need to check it - you know if its broken or slipping. Still works like new, they don't make stuff that last this long now.
Thanks! This is a nice video and very helpful.. I got a question for my vespa centrifugal air compressor. I want to change oil for the first time but there are two oil cap with different colors (white and red). Which cap should I put my new oil? If you like i can send you a picture.
Most or all of the compressors that I have seen use a 30 Weight Non Detergent Oil in them. I think Amsoil is a 5-30 Detergent Oil. I would stick to the real oil and stay away from the synthetic oil. But that is just my opinion.
My compressor is almost identical to that porter cable, though mine is a older devilbiss. On that porter cable and mine, there appears to be a "drain plug" on the top/front of the compressor housing. Just to the right of the air line coming out of the top of the compressor. What is this plug for and should I mess with it at all, ever? Thanks in advance for any advice you can give.
eReplacementParts.com Negative. It is at the top of the compressor right next to the air line that comes out and goes down to the tank. It looks like a drain plug.
I have one of this same type but for a while it gets very hot and shut off and it doesn't comes on until it is cooled down again,what do you suggest is the problem?
i have a craftsman 5 gallon, 1hp,125psi, model 921.166360. my air compressor gauge only gets up to 25psi and it won't goes any higher.. do you happen to know the problem. thanks
my air compressor motor spins up then slows down, it is also having trouble pressuring the tank. I replaced the pressure switch because it had gone bad but this is now happening. Could this be a bad check valve; the pressure switch I got is bad or could the motor be bad. It is a oilless air compressor motor.
Thanks. I've also heard you're supposed to let all the air out after each use to keep the moisture from the air from rusting the insides. I've also heard you can get some kind of a dryer to pull the moisture out if you're going to store it for a while. Anyone know about this?
Hello Sir very nice and helpful video. I need your suggestion. I'm a dentist and I have small (35Litre) capacity air compressor at my clinic. I'm facing iasue that with air water is also coming. And one day i forgot to switch off the button but I drained valve on so the compressor was running whole night. Now it gives very bad smell and water also comes out from it.. i asked here this to some releted person but they are not so aware about this.. So what should I do now..? Pls reply soon..
Hi Ravi, unfortunately at this time we are unable to offer technical support. I would suggest contacting the manufacture for further information. I sincerely apologize.
The recommended oil for most compressors is 30W Non Detergent. It is important the oil be Non-Detergent for compressor pumps. Also, some smaller compressors are listed as OF or oil free. Do not use oil on these as it will ruin the pump.
I GOT AMSOIL 30/40 SYNTHETIC NON DETERGENT ON THE AMSOIL WEB SITE,,,COMPRESSOR RUNS COOL AND YOU ONLY CHANGE IT BOUT EVERY 8000 HRS ,,YES 8000 NOT 800,,,,,ITS ROUND 12 BUX A QUART BUT IF YOU WANT TO SAVE YOUR COMPRESSOR ITS VERY CHEAP,,ITS THE BEST OIL IVE SEEN ,,,,,,,
my compressor compresses air only when i block the suction side of the 2nd cylinder, if i wont do that, it will not produce any compressed air.. any suggestion what happen to my compressor? "1 hp, single stage 2 cylinder compressor"
+Jv Datz My first guess it to have you look at the Valve Plates under the cylinder heads. Typically if the "Fingers " on the valve plate becomebroken or warped from heat, they won't seal correctly. While you have the head off it's wise to check the piston and ring for wear as well. I'm a little puzzled how the compressor is pumping air while the inlet is plugged. Is It pumping air from a leak in one of the gaskets or a crack someplace?
Why can't I pull the cord on air compressor,did it lock up or is it full of air and got to drain it so I can pull cord again,it started but now it won't and it won't let me pull cord.help me please dont know much about air compressors
IS IT A AMISH AIR COMPRESSOR,,,,,IF SO YOU NEED 4 AMISH GUYS TO SPIN IT AND BLOW IN THE TANK,,,,,,,WHAT CORD ARE YOU PULLING,,THE ELECTRICAL PLUG CORD? OR THE HOSE ,,,,? I BET YOU HAVE GOTTEN HOLD OF 1 OF THEM DARN AMISH AIR COMPRESSORS IF SO ID SELL IT TO SOME AMISH THEY KNOW HOW TO USE HER,,,,,,,,GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR CORD....MIGHT TRY PUSHING MAYBE ITS STUCK ,,,,HMMMMMMM LOL
Although helpful in understanding the minimum service requirements for an air compressor, there was no mention of electrical isolation - the unit appeared to still be plugged in to the mains supply. No mention of venting all pressure from the unit (the unit was run up to warm the oil before draining) Additionally the guard was removed to access the drive belt - with the power still connected? Before any of the above maintenance is attempted, complete isolation of all energy sources is a must :-)
Very Good video with thorough demonstration unlike so many other you tube videos, thanks
Congratulations, their videos are interesting, teaching and well presented.
My friend thank you for the nice video. My compressor sometimes if the pressure dropped it is not restarted automatically. You have any solution for that ?
Also remove the drain plug to let water out of the tank. I had the original belt on my compressor over 30 years. No need to check it - you know if its broken or slipping. Still works like new, they don't make stuff that last this long now.
Thank you for the information. It helped with learning how to maintain my air compressor. Thanks.
Don't forget to drain the water from the tank.
Thanks! This is a nice video and very helpful..
I got a question for my vespa centrifugal air compressor. I want to change oil for the first time but there are two oil cap with different colors (white and red). Which cap should I put my new oil? If you like i can send you a picture.
It was helpful. My fill/empty plugs are exactly the same. I was unsure of fill level. Now I know.
What's the general opinion on using Amsoil on a new compressor? Is it a good idea or should I put some time on the compressor with regular oil first?
Most or all of the compressors that I have seen use a 30 Weight Non Detergent Oil in them. I think Amsoil is a 5-30 Detergent Oil. I would stick to the real oil and stay away from the synthetic oil. But that is just my opinion.
thanks. same identical compressor to my Craftsman.
My compressor is almost identical to that porter cable, though mine is a older devilbiss. On that porter cable and mine, there appears to be a "drain plug" on the top/front of the compressor housing. Just to the right of the air line coming out of the top of the compressor. What is this plug for and should I mess with it at all, ever?
Thanks in advance for any advice you can give.
Is this the plug at the bottom of the compressor? If so, this is used as a drain plug to change the oil in the
compressor.
eReplacementParts.com Negative. It is at the top of the compressor right next to the air line that comes out and goes down to the tank. It looks like a drain plug.
I have one of this same type but for a while it gets very hot and shut off and it doesn't comes on until it is cooled down again,what do you suggest is the problem?
i have a craftsman 5 gallon, 1hp,125psi, model 921.166360. my air compressor gauge only gets up to 25psi and it won't goes any higher.. do you happen to know the problem. thanks
Thank You for the video.
helped with my Craftsman too.
hey, thank you. It seemed like a very small amount of out and seemed not right. Thanks for the reassurance.
Thanks for the video it was really helpful
Good video. Thanks.
my air compressor motor spins up then slows down, it is also having trouble pressuring the tank. I replaced the pressure switch because it had gone bad but this is now happening. Could this be a bad check valve; the pressure switch I got is bad or could the motor be bad. It is a oilless air compressor motor.
Thanks. I've also heard you're supposed to let all the air out after each use to keep the moisture from the air from rusting the insides. I've also heard you can get some kind of a dryer to pull the moisture out if you're going to store it for a while. Anyone know about this?
Is it a problem if I left air in my compressor when not in used for a long time
question my compressor is loosing pressure how can I trouble shoot it
I have an old weaver air compressor mfg,1947 , 4 piston , can you get a set of rings for it
Hi, unfortunately we cannot supply rings for your Weaver air compressor. You may want to try a local compressor repair shop and see if they can.
Im not using always my compressor do I have to drain water every month. More than 1 year am not using it?
what is the brand name of that compressor pump?
Hello, the compressor is a Porter Cable. I am sure that they out source the pump though, of which I do not know the manufacturer.
Great video helps a lot thank you
Hello Sir very nice and helpful video. I need your suggestion. I'm a dentist and I have small (35Litre) capacity air compressor at my clinic. I'm facing iasue that with air water is also coming. And one day i forgot to switch off the button but I drained valve on so the compressor was running whole night. Now it gives very bad smell and water also comes out from it.. i asked here this to some releted person but they are not so aware about this..
So what should I do now..? Pls reply soon..
Hi Ravi, unfortunately at this time we are unable to offer technical support. I would suggest contacting the manufacture for further information. I sincerely apologize.
all type of compressor how to maintenance so help thanks
hie am using a matweld air compressor,so my question is what type of does it use?
I'm not sure what your question is but I'm going to assume you're asking about the oil. Typically compressor oil is 30 Wt non detergent
what kind of oil
The recommended oil for most compressors is 30W Non Detergent. It is important the oil be Non-Detergent for compressor pumps. Also, some smaller compressors are listed as OF or oil free. Do not use oil on these as it will ruin the pump.
Thank you very much.
I GOT AMSOIL 30/40 SYNTHETIC NON DETERGENT ON THE AMSOIL WEB SITE,,,COMPRESSOR RUNS COOL AND YOU ONLY CHANGE IT BOUT EVERY 8000 HRS ,,YES 8000 NOT 800,,,,,ITS ROUND 12 BUX A QUART BUT IF YOU WANT TO SAVE YOUR COMPRESSOR ITS VERY CHEAP,,ITS THE BEST OIL IVE SEEN ,,,,,,,
Thanks
my compressor compresses air only when i block the suction side of the 2nd cylinder, if i wont do that, it will not produce any compressed air.. any suggestion what happen to my compressor?
"1 hp, single stage 2 cylinder compressor"
+Jv Datz My first guess it to have you look at the Valve Plates under the cylinder heads. Typically if the "Fingers " on the valve plate becomebroken or warped from heat, they won't seal correctly. While you have the head off it's wise to check the piston and ring for wear as well. I'm a little puzzled how the compressor is pumping air while the inlet is plugged. Is It pumping air from a leak in one of the gaskets or a crack
someplace?
+eReplacementParts.com
thank you very much,
ill try to look at the plate.
i have an air compressor at work and everytime i plug the hose to the tanks it pushes moisture is that normal?
drain the tank. it probably has accumulated moisture and water
how to measure air compressor cfi
very good, thanks
Why can't I pull the cord on air compressor,did it lock up or is it full of air and got to drain it so I can pull cord again,it started but now it won't and it won't let me pull cord.help me please dont know much about air compressors
IS IT A AMISH AIR COMPRESSOR,,,,,IF SO YOU NEED 4 AMISH GUYS TO SPIN IT AND BLOW IN THE TANK,,,,,,,WHAT CORD ARE YOU PULLING,,THE ELECTRICAL PLUG CORD? OR THE HOSE ,,,,? I BET YOU HAVE GOTTEN HOLD OF 1 OF THEM DARN AMISH AIR COMPRESSORS IF SO ID SELL IT TO SOME AMISH THEY KNOW HOW TO USE HER,,,,,,,,GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR CORD....MIGHT TRY PUSHING MAYBE ITS STUCK ,,,,HMMMMMMM LOL
+RANDY YES That was hilarious.
Looks almost identical to my Craftsman Pro 25 gal compressor except red instead of black.
Although helpful in understanding the minimum service requirements for an air compressor, there was no mention of electrical isolation - the unit appeared to still be plugged in to the mains supply. No mention of venting all pressure from the unit (the unit was run up to warm the oil before draining)
Additionally the guard was removed to access the drive belt - with the power still connected?
Before any of the above maintenance is attempted, complete isolation of all energy sources is a must :-)
thank you
thanks
thanks man.
step one;un-plug the finger chopping device set two drain eye blinding air pressure,step three do what this guy did for servicing.
I like it Thank very much
verygood vedio
This compressor is very quiet.
2 Thumbs up!
I have water coming out of the oil filler plug..... compressor wont budge..... seems to be frozen..... motor just hums.
Thanks for the video it was really helpful
thanks