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30-60 minutes
This replacement regulator knob is a genuine Campbell Hausfeld item designed for Ridgid air compressors. It is a genuine part that allows user to regulate the air pressure in the compressor tank. Please note, this is only the plastic knob not the regulator itself. Includes one item per order. No tools needed to replace this knob, it simply fits over the metal connection fitting.
Regulator Knob 17488
OEM part for: Ridgid
Part Number: 17488
$7.66
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This part will fit the following 2 machines
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This item works with the following types of products:
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This part replaces obsolete part #: 17488A
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Air regulators broken
michael - July 10, 2016
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Power Drill, Wrench Set, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Took everything apart and put it all back together works great you just have to make sure everything lines up in the regulator is in the correct direction of airflow
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regulator quit working
Michael - August 7, 2019
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
removed and replaced regulator and knob
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Broken regulator and leaking
juan - April 5, 2019
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set
Replace old parts with new. No special tools.
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regulator would not let air out
Roy - March 22, 2019
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
we removed the existing regulator and replaced the new one in reverse order
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Regulator defective/broken.
Dan - September 16, 2018
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Adjustable Wrench, Small vise.
Parts Used
1. Removed manifold assembly with screw driver and adjustable wrench noting flow direction of old and new regulator.
2. Replaced regulator.
3. Reassembled manifold to compressor.
4. Checked operation of compressor...Done
2. Replaced regulator.
3. Reassembled manifold to compressor.
4. Checked operation of compressor...Done
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Leaky pressure regulator
Donald - May 25, 2018
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Wrench Set, Allen wrenches
Parts Used
1- Remove metal cover
2- Disconnect inlet and outlet hose to regulator
3- Replace regulator ...pay attention to inlet and outlet hoses locations.
4- Apply sealant to threads reconnect do not over tighten
5- Check for any leaks before replacing cover...
7- Replace metal cover.
8- Install new knob on regulator ...done !
***Do not use Teflon tape on ends ....as some strands may end up inside of regulator !
2- Disconnect inlet and outlet hose to regulator
3- Replace regulator ...pay attention to inlet and outlet hoses locations.
4- Apply sealant to threads reconnect do not over tighten
5- Check for any leaks before replacing cover...
7- Replace metal cover.
8- Install new knob on regulator ...done !
***Do not use Teflon tape on ends ....as some strands may end up inside of regulator !
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Regulator broke
James - August 26, 2016
Tool Type
Compressor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set, allen wrench
Parts Used
Replaced the allen head screws with bolts the rest was easy pipe dope and tightening plumbing!
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