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Atlas Copco XATS 156 DD Troubleshooting

Atlas Copco XATS 156 DD troubleshooting: 4 fault codes and 31 symptom-cause-remedy entries from the manufacturer's own service documentation.

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Fault codes

CodeMeaning
H3Indicación de carga
H5Temperatura de salida del motor alta
H6Presión de aceite baja
H7Fluido refrigerante insuficiente

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Compressor is loaded automatically to full capacity after startingLoading valve stuck in loading positionRemove and dismantle loading valve. Correct if necessary.
Compressor is loaded automatically to full capacity after startingAir intake throttle valve stuck in opened positionCheck and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Compressor is loaded automatically to full capacity after startingAir leaks in regulating systemCheck hoses and their fittings. Stop leaks; replace leaking hoses.
Unit does not load after pressing the loading buttonRegulating valve defectiveCheck and if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Engine does not speed up immediately after compressor loading valve button has been pressed and compressor does not deliver airRegulating valve defectiveCheck and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Engine does not speed up immediately after compressor loading valve button has been pressed and compressor does not deliver airAir intake throttle valve stuck in closed positionCheck and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Excessive compressor oil consumption. Oil mist being discharged from air outlet valvesCompressor oil level too highCheck oil level. Release pressure and drain oil to correct level.
Compressor capacity or pressure below normalAir consumption exceeds capacity of compressorCheck equipment connected.
Compressor capacity or pressure below normalChoked air filter elementsRemove and inspect elements.
Compressor capacity or pressure below normalUnloading valve not completely openCheck and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Compressor does not unload and engine keeps running at max. speed when closing the air outlet valves, safety valve blowsRegulating valve incorrectly set or defectiveCheck and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Compressor does not unload and engine keeps running at max. speed when closing the air outlet valves, safety valve blowsAir leaks in regulating systemCheck hoses and their fittings. Stop leaks and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Compressor does not unload and engine keeps running at max. speed when closing the air outlet valves, safety valve blowsUnloading valve stuckCheck and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Working pressure rises during operation and causes safety valve to blowRegulating valve incorrectly set or defectiveCheck and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Working pressure rises during operation and causes safety valve to blowAir leaks in regulating systemCheck hoses and their fittings. Stop leaks and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Working pressure rises during operation and causes safety valve to blowUnloading valve stuckCheck and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Working pressure rises during operation and causes safety valve to blowSafety valve defectiveCheck safety valve; consult Atlas Copco.
After working some time, the unit stops through a shutdown switchFuel tank contains insufficient fuelFill fuel tank.
After working some time, the unit stops through a shutdown switchAir in fuel system, or insufficient fuel supplyCheck filters and hoses for leaks, dirt and bends.
After working some time, the unit stops through a shutdown switchEngine oil pressure too lowRefer to the engine instruction manual.
After working some time, the unit stops through a shutdown switchEngine temperature too highSee corrective actions 15.
After working some time, the unit stops through a shutdown switchCompressor temperature too highSee corrective actions 16.
After working some time, the unit stops through a shutdown switchLow coolant levelTop up cooling system.
Air and oil mist expelles from air filters immediately after stoppingUnloader valve jammedCheck and, if necessary consult Atlas Copco.
Air and oil mist expelles from air filters immediately after stoppingWrong oil type (without foam-retarding additives)Consult Atlas Copco.
Engine overheatingInsufficient engine coolingRelocate compressor.
Engine overheatingEngine oil cooler clogged externallyClean engine oil cooler. Refer to section Cleaning coolers.
Compressor overheatingInsufficient compressor coolingLocate compressor away from walls; when banked with other compressors, leave space between them.
Compressor overheatingOil cooler clogged externallyClean oil cooler. Refer to section Cleaning coolers.
Compressor overheatingOil level too lowCheck oil level. Top up with recommended oil.
After working for some time, the unit stops for no apparent reasonAir in fuel system, or insufficient fuel supplyCheck filters and hoses for leaks, dirt and bends.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

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Common questions

Atlas Copco XATS 156 DD: After working some time, the unit stops through a shutdown switch — what causes it?

Documented causes: Fuel tank contains insufficient fuel; Air in fuel system, or insufficient fuel supply; Engine oil pressure too low; Engine temperature too high. See the table for the matching fixes.

Atlas Copco XATS 156 DD: Working pressure rises during operation and causes safety valve to blow — what causes it?

Documented causes: Regulating valve incorrectly set or defective; Air leaks in regulating system; Unloading valve stuck; Safety valve defective. See the table for the matching fixes.

Atlas Copco XATS 156 DD: Compressor is loaded automatically to full capacity after starting — what causes it?

Documented causes: Loading valve stuck in loading position; Air intake throttle valve stuck in opened position; Air leaks in regulating system. See the table for the matching fixes.