Oiless Air Compressor Problem

[dave]

It won't start when it's cold outside. It is kept in a closet on my carport, completely protected from the elements. It just will not start when it is cold. Any ideas?

[Raider Nation Fisher]

How cold is cold? Motors don't generally like the cold. I'd suggest warming it up or keeping it in a warmer place during the winter months. If nothing else you could always wrap some heat trace around the motor.

[dave]

Winter in the mid Atlantic. 20's?

[deaknh03]

Do you drain the condensation after each use?

[dave]

It's brand new. I've only used it once. I called Campbell Hausfield. They said that it may have a motor winding issue. It won't start even when it is around 40 degrees. They said that is absolutely warm enough for it to start right up, take it back.