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SULLAIR AIR COMPRESSOR – it shutdown when we open the outlet air line?
by Tarek Hizam
(SAUDI ARABIA)
My compressor is Sullair Air Compressor Model: 260
I start on the engine it runs fine but when we press the button of the compressor it shutdown when we open the outlet airline from the compressor.
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Check the sensor on the hydraulic tank.
The sensor on the hydraulic tank is bad.
185 Sullair portable engine shutting down?
by Fred schave
(Gillette wy.)
185 Sullair portable with John Deere engine. will run about 2 minutes and shut down and flashes engine temp. what could be the problem
When you say the compressor flashes engine temperature, I understand this to be their SSAM system – with a Shutdown annunciator light for high compressor temperature, high engine coolant temperature, low engine oil pressure, and engine under speed.
That being the case, then obviously, the thermal cut-out is shutting off the engine to prevent damage due to overheating. An air compressor motor overheating is common, visit our guide for more information!
The system is showing you an engine overheat situation, so I would look to the oil levels and I would make sure the coolant is topped up.
185 Sullair w john deere engine
Same problem with the engine shutting down after 6 to 10 minutes of running. Will not start until several hours and then start up and run about 6 to 10 minutes.
I was told it could be the fuel return line could be blocked and creating the problem.
Any thoughts on this idea?
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I have a 185 sullair 185 that runs about 30 seconds on COLD start, and then shuts down and shows 2 flashes on the SSAM for High Engine Temp
If you’re turning it to run before that 30 seconds, your water temp switch is probably open or loose.
Thanks for the reply! The Temp switch circuit is closed, wire connections clean and tight!
I ordered a SSAM since this one dose not have an ECM, That leaves the SSAM as the only fault I can determine!
Thanks!
Jeff
Sullair 185 starts fine but when compressor is engaged the engine bogs down and shuts off.
What happens with the pressure?
If you crack open a service valve, does it help?
when start about any second….engine suddenly shutdown.after check found warning engine under speed…but actually engine not underspeed.
what are the possible causes of this problem .
Depends on the engine.