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Compressor bogs down on start up

  • Question Title: Compressor bogs down on start up
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My Atlas Copco GA-7FF starts, runs about 30 sec before bogging down.
By bog down, I mean compressor side slows way down to a stop while motor is still able to turn enough to make belts squeal.


This compressor is a 2004 with 18000 hrs but is new to me.
On receiving the compressor I changed out filters and oil.
Oil shows in the sight glass about 3/4 up the glass.
Screw turns freely when belts removed.
Belts are tight, with maybe 1/2 inch of deflection when pressing with some force.


What are all the potential causes and where do I start troubleshooting to isolate the problem?


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I am having the same problem, did you find out the fix?

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