Porter-Cable 1000001703 User Manual
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18 - ENG
1000001703
PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Pressure reading on 
the regulated pressure 
gauge drops when an 
accessory is used.
It is normal for "some" 
pressure drop to occur.
If there is an 
excessive amount 
of pressure drop 
when the accessory 
is used, adjust the 
regulator following 
the instructions in 
the "Description of 
Operation" paragraph in 
the "Operation Section.
NOTE: Adjust the 
regulated pressure 
under flow conditions 
(while accessory is 
being used).
Compressor is not 
supplying enough air to 
operate accessories.
Prolonged excessive 
use of air.
Decrease amount of air 
usage.
Compressor is not 
large enough for air 
requirement.
Check the accessory 
air requirement. If it is 
higher than the SCFM 
or pressure supplied 
by your air compressor, 
you need a larger 
compressor.
Hole in hose.
Check and replace if 
required.
Check valve restricted.
Remove and clean, or 
replace.
Air leaks.
Tighten fittings.
Regulator knob has 
continuous air leak.
Damaged regulator.
Replace.
Regulator will not shut 
off air outlet.
Damaged regulator.
Replace.