ALTEC AIR, LLC
P1500W Series Air Dryers User’s Guide
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P011787 – Rev. S
9.16 Testing Air Fittings & Hoses for Leaks
NOTE:
This is a general procedure that can be applied to any fitting or hose that
has air pressure in it.
DO NOT SOAP TEST THE HUMIDITY SENSOR
FITTING. DAMAGE TO THE SENSOR MAY OCCUR.
With Compressor NOT running:
9.16.1
Listen for any ‘hissing’ sounds which may indicate a fitting or hose air
leak.
With Compressor running:
9.16.2
Use a 1-inch paint brush to dab soapy water on the air fitting or hose
connection to be tested.
If air bubbles appear at the
connection, this indicates that
air is leaking from the
connection.
If any leaks are detected, take steps to seal them off (as necessary):
Tighten the fitting
Re-connect the hose end
Replace the fitting / hose / component
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