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Clarke XEPV16/50 Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual
SYMPTOM
Bleed valve
under pressure
switch blows
whilst
compressor is
running
Compressor unit
starts, but stops
again after only
a few
revolutions.
Unusual noise
from
compressor
Compressor unit
starts and stops
more frequently
than usual.
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PROBABLE CAUSE
Non return valve stuck (NRV)
open at junction of the tank and
the pump delivery pipe.
Non-return valve leaking
(compressor unit is on load during
start).
Non-return valve blocked,
possibly frozen up.
Solenoid valve leaking or
defective (only applies to 10 HP
machines and above).
Bolts loose.
V-Belt flywheel or cooling coil
touching belt guard
Flywheel loose.
Unit installed on an unsuitable
base.
Bearings, piston rings or cylinder
worn.
Valve broken.
Bearings of electric motor worn
Large amount of condensation in
air receiver.
Leaks in control unit or inspection
cover.
Too little pressure differential.
REMEDY
Drain Tank and remove
inspection nut to clean Non
Return valve
Disconnect from the mains supply
and empty air receiver. Clean
or replace
Thaw non-return valve out
(Unit must be installed in frost-
free place).
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Tighten Bolts.
Find place of contact and
remedy fault.
Tighten flywheel.
Move unit to a more solid
base
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Drain off condensation AT
LEAST once a week.
Locate leaks (by means of
soapy water) and repair.
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