Table 3-2. Operator Troubleshooting (Continued)

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Table 3-2. Operator Troubleshooting (Continued)

MALFUNCTION

TEST OR INSPECTION

CORRECTIVE ACTION

NOZZLE PRESSURE GREATER THAN 100 PSI (Continued)

Figure 3-5. Fluid Nozzle

NOTE

Be sure to check the air groove in the back of the fluid nozzle and clean it as necessary.

(2) Carefully clean out the fluid nozzle holes with a toothpick or other soft non-

metallic object.

(3) Wipe the fluid nozzle surface with a clean rag. Go to step 1c.

(4) If the air holes are not plugged, or coated with oil residue, go to step 1c.

CAUTION

DO NOT use tools to tighten the knurled ring. Tighten it by hand. Too much force will damage the

nozzle assembly.

DO NOT over tighten the fluid nozzle: this could damage the teflon gasket and cause air leaks.

Figure 3-6. Nozzle Air Leaks

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