TM 5-3820-276-10-2
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
COMPRESSOR WILL NOT UNLOAD - PORTABLE AIR COMPRESSOR (PAC)
INITIAL SETUP:
Equipment Condition
Engine off (Volume 1, WP 0059)
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
COMPRESSOR WILL NOT UNLOAD - PAC
SYMPTOM
Compressor Unit Does Not Release Stored Air In Tank After Shut Down.
MALFUNCTION
Plugged compressor vent.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
WARNING
Do not remove compressor vent if obstructed or restricted. Failure to comply may
result in injury or death to personnel. Seek medical attention in the event of an
injury.
Verify if compressor vent is plugged or restricted (Figure 1).
COMPRESSOR
VENT
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Figure 1.
Compressor Vent.