TM 5-4310-451-14Table 4-2. Mechanical Troubleshooting (Con’t).MALFUNCTIONTEST OR INSPECTIONCORRECTIVE ACTIONStep 2Check for defective blowdown valve diaphragm.Replace blowdown valve (see paragraph 4-88).11.EXCESSIVE OIL IN DISCHARGE LINE.Check for oil carry-over into discharge line.Replace oil separator element (see paragraph 4-90).12.AIR DISCHARGE PRESSURE TOO LOW.Step 1Check blowdown valve for leaks.Tighten or replace blowdown valve (see paragraph 4-88).Step 2Check pressure regulating valve for leaks.Tighten or replace pressure regulating valve (see paragraph 4-87).Step 3Check pressure regulating valve adjustment.Adjust pressure regulating valve (see paragraph 2-11).Step 4Check for damaged oil separator element.Replace oil separator element (see paragraph 4-90).13.EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION.Step 1Check for defective blowdown valve.Replace blowdown valve (see paragraph 4-88).Step 2Check for damaged oil separator element or oil carry-over into discharge line.Replace oil separator element (see paragraph 4-90).14.UNIT WILL NOT UNLOAD.Step 1Check for blocked regulating valve inlet.Remove and clean pressure regulating valve (see paragraph 4-87).Step 2Check pressure regulating valve adjustment.Perform pressure regulating valve adjustment (see paragraph 2-11).Step 3Check for defective blowdown valve.Replace blowdown valve (see paragraph 4-88).4-11
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