Archive for the 'Compressors' Category

How to Repair a Portable Air Compressor

Friday, January 13th, 2012

A portable air compressor can take the hassle out of driving to a fuel station every time you need air in your tires. Additionally, by attaching tools such as sprayers or gauges to the output hose, a portable air compressor is able to do more than just fill up a tire. However, just like any [...]

How to Maintain Ingersoll Rand Air Compressors

Friday, January 13th, 2012

Inserting a filtering component into a ingersoll rand air compressor line/system is extremely beneficial since most models do not include one at time of purchase. Dirt particles and moisture are often pulled into the compressor during use as is oil from the pistons. Typically the amount is insignificant unless one uses the compressor for finishes [...]

How to Repair a Craftsman Air Compressor

Friday, January 13th, 2012

Craftsman air compressors are designed to help with home and shop projects. Unfortunately, you may run into problems while using your compressor. Some problems include the motor not starting, the motor cutting off during operation and air leaks. There are solutions to these problems that you can attempt before resorting to having the compressor professionally [...]

How to Repair a Campbell Hausfeld Air Compressor

Friday, January 13th, 2012

Campbell Hausfeld air compressors use electricity and air to power pneumatic tools of all kinds and purposes. Thus, if something is going to go wrong with a Campbell Hausfeld air compressor, it will be an electrical issue or something to do with air. While there are many things you can do to repair your Campbell [...]

How Much Does a Atlas Copco Air Compressor Cost?

Friday, January 13th, 2012

Atlas Copco was founded in 1873 as AB Atlas, a Swedish company that manufactured railroad equipment, steam engines, and steel components for bridges, buildings, and churches. They have steadily expanded over the years. Today, they are a world leading provider of industrial productivity solutions that manufacturing products in 20 countries and selling them in 170 [...]

How to Airbrush With an Air Brush Compressor Kit

Friday, January 13th, 2012

There is no doubt that airbrushing is an art form. It is used to add character to a vehicle, give an old tee-shirt new life and provide personality to personal safety equipment such as a motorcycle helmet. The uses for airbrush design are limitless, but knowing how to airbrush is the key to a fabulous [...]

Carrier Air Conditioner Compressor Troubleshooting

Sunday, January 1st, 2012

Whenever the air won’t cool and there’s warm or hot air coming out of the vents, first check all the vents and grates outside the Carrier air conditioner and ensure that they are clean. Also check the compressor for coolant levels, maintaining just what Carrier recommends, neither too little nor too much. Finally, see whether or not the compressor is functioning up to specification

Home Air Conditioner Compressor – Troubleshooting Guide

Sunday, January 1st, 2012

Air conditioner compressors come in four main types: rotary, reciprocating, scroll and variable speed. Rotary compressors are common in wall or window units and are fairly inexpensive and very durable. Reciprocating compressors are used in split air

How To Replace Your Car AC Compressor – Guide

Sunday, January 1st, 2012

The nightmare of every driver and passenger is being caught inside a vehicle on a hot summer day when the air-conditioning compressor breaks. Many modern vans and SUVs are not designed to have their rear windows roll completely down, so riding inside can feel like being trapped inside an oven. Automotive systems can be service by the home mechanic, but you will need the assistance of a certified AC

Car AC Compressor Repair

Saturday, December 31st, 2011

Auto air conditioning may be damaged by leakage in systems, low level of refrigerants, clogging in condensers, and failure of compressors. Some of the problems are simple and can be handled on your own. Some others need technicians to perform the task. To facilitate this, a number of auto repair shops are available.