Product

Trendsetter VLF Autoloader

Component

Air regulator assembly (SMC)

Symptoms

Air can be heard escaping from the small hole on the side of the regulator assembly, close to the adjustment knob.

Cause

A steady stream of air (slightly audible) from the small threaded breather hole is normal. However, the airflow from this port should be steady; it should not pulsate. When the air is first turned on, it may cycle for a few minutes, but should even out after a short period of time.

Solution

If the air is pulsating, do not plug or interfere with the small threaded breather hole. This is a non-repairable unit. If it becomes defective, it must be replaced (part #50-2367A) rather than attempting to repair it.

See also

Regulator Principle of Operation  -- compares the old Festo regulators with the new SMC regulators

Technical contact(s)

Don MacKay

Submitted by

Don MacKay

Date submitted

02 Oct 2001