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ktmrfs
Sep 26, 2015Explorer II
RJsfishin wrote:JaxDad wrote:
It will probably start and run from empty, but you might need to unplug it and release some air before it will restart when the limit switch calls for more air.
Maybe, but seem like some have an unloader valve for a no load start?
it may have an unloader but here is my experience trying to run a compressor on a honda 2000.
First, these compressors often use a very cheap split phase induction motor. NO start cap, no run cap and these motors have VERY VERY high starting current.
On mine, even to get it to run on my honda 2000, I have to have the tank empty AND the drain valve open in order to get the motor spinning with absolutely no load, then close the drain valve and it will run till it hits max pressure.
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