Air Compressors

Air compressor overheating

Screw compressor tripping on temperature

Professional service required

Shutdown after running hot, temperature alarm logged

Likely causes

· Cooling airflow restricted
· Low or degraded oil
· Blocked oil or air filter

Safe preliminary checks

· Check the room ventilation and clear the cooler face of dust
· Confirm the oil level in the sight glass
· Check the service interval counter

When it needs a professional

Internal compressor work must be carried out by a compressed air service engineer.

Stop immediately if

· Smoke, burning smell or water on live parts
· Refrigerant leak, gas odour or pressure vessel noise