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greatdaneroco
01-19-2008, 09:14 PM
i have a ridgid air compressor and it starts to low for my nailer to run is there a way to make it start before 70 psi

Kneescar
01-20-2008, 08:40 AM
Which model do you have? I have the oil free twin stack (OF45150) and it starts before it gets down to 100PSI. I'm not sure if the pressure switch is adjustable. I'll go look.

greasyrail
02-02-2008, 11:09 AM
All of the current ridgid air compressors have a regulator valve which is adjustable. It is a black knob on the face of the unit.

Cuda
02-02-2008, 11:46 AM
To adjust the machine to start before 70 psi follow the power cord to the machine usually there is a plastic cover, remove cover and you should see a needle valve, you can adjust this to make the machine come on sooner, just start machine, use some air and watch how it actually works, adjust to your needs.
Bryce