Compressor lets all air out at once?

by Glen
(Cynthiana, Ky)

My compressor builds up air and holds it in the tank. When I hook up a tool or air chuch all the pressure comes out of the tank at once. What is going on?

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Bill says...

Good question, Glen.

Please give me more details.

From what I read, your compressor builds pressure normally, the air stays in the tank until you connect an air line to the discharge coupler, is that right?

When you do connect the air line, where is the air coming out of?

Cheers,

Bill