DWFP55130 Regulator spring Replacement

ID: 157751

Description: Repair for a faulty regulator on a Dewalt...

Steps:

1. Unscrew and remove the black plastic regulator knob. While unscrewing, it will reach a stop and will keep like cannot unscrew further. Just break through the stop and unscrew to completely remove

2. Use needle nose pliers to remove the plunger.

3. Very gently unscrew the valve with a Philips #3 screwdriver. Take care not to destroy the plastic part

4. Use needle nose pliers to pull plastic valve assembly out

5. Replace screw if broken. Photo is not of the original spring. The original spring had corroded and broken into 50 pieces. The spring doesn’t have to be a perfect fit, just has to hold the part in place. The original spring was approx 6mm wide, 20mm tall and 0.5mm thickness wire.

6. Carry out steps in reverse to reassemble compressor and you’re done