Link - Cat's Eye, Trouble Shooting

Cat's Eye - Trouble Shooting

POSSIBLE PROBLEM	INSPECTION METHOD	CORRECTIVE ACTION
Air Leaks	Bubble test	1) Bubble test to locate the leak. 2) If the leak is located at one of the hose end fittings: a) First remove the fitting and inspect the tire stem for damage or debris. Repair or replace as necessary. b) Inspect the seal material (inside the fitting) for damage. Replace seal or hose if necessary. 3) If the leak is located at the base of the gauge, remove the hose or air inlet valve and apply thread sealant liberally to the threads and replace. 4) If the leak is located at one of the hose crimps return the hose to Link for repair or replacement. 5) If the leak is located at the Cat's Eye central airing point replace the valve core or order a replacement air inlet valve.
Eyes do not close when tires are at correct pressure	Visual/Pressure gauge	1) Remove the fittings from the tire stems and check the air pressure in each tire. 2) Inspect both tire stems by depressing the valve core to ensure that there is no air blockage. 3) Inspect tire stem threads for imperfections (if the hose end fitting does not make 6-7 full revolutions before it becomes tight, there is most likely thread damage.
Eyes to not open when tires have lost pressure	Depress the valve core at the central airing point and check for eye movement or remove the hose end fitting from the outside tire	1) Check to see that the Cat's Eye gauge is the correct pressure rating for your application. 2) If the eyes do not open when one of the hose ends has been removed from the tire stem, call Link to determine the method of repair or replacement.