Troubleshooting
1Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Loss of Power | Low air pressure, Plugged Inlet Bushing Screen, Worn or broken Vanes, Worn or broken Cylinder, Exhaust control restricted, Shutoff Valve too short, Motor won’t run (Motor Clamp Washer binding), Gears binding, Push Rod worn, Gear Case gets hot (Excessive grease), Worn or damaged parts, Inconsistent disengagement of the Adjustable Clutch (Improper lubrication), Wrong Clutch Spring (using Heavy Clutch Spring on light torque application), Motor stalls before Adjustable Clutch ratchets | Check air supply. For top performance, the air pressure must be 90 psig (6.2 bar/620 kPa) at the inlet. Clean the Inlet Bushing Screen using a clean, suitable cleaning solution. If the Screen cannot be cleaned, replace it. Replace a complete set of Vanes. Replace the Cylinder if it is cracked or if the bore appears wavy or scored. Make certain the Exhaust Diffuser against the Back Cap is in the fully open position. Lengthen the Shutoff Valve. Remove the Gear Case make certain the Washer is flat and the Motor Seal is properly positioned. Clean and inspect all gearing. Replace any worn or damaged gearing. Install a new Push Rod. Clean and inspect Gear Case and gearing parts and lubricate as instructed. Clean and inspect the gear Case and Gearing. Replace worn or broken components. Remove the Adjustable Clutch mechanism and examine the parts. Lubricate as instructed. Change to Medium or Light Clutch Spring. Check Clutch Adjustment and review tool performance vs. requirements. Check the air supply. For top performance, the air pressure must be 90 psig (6.2bar/620kPa) at the inlet. Lubricate the Clutch as instructed. Adjust the exhaust flow to obtain the desired speed. Shorten the push Rod. Lengthen the Shutoff Valve. Lengthen the Shutoff Valve. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this unit’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
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Ingersoll Rand QS1P10 — air compressor. Specifications and parts compiled from manufacturer documents.