CO2 Regulator Not Working

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cicrush13

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Oct 4, 2010
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Hey guys,

So my Milwaukee MA957 has stopped working.

I see that there are 2 possible problems. 1. Solenoid is dead 2. Needle valve is clogged.

I took the solenoid off and water does come out when I loosen the needle valve, so I don't think it's that.

When I plug the solenoid in it clicks once and pops into place.
I'm not sure if that is supposed to move.

How does the solenoid work?

Does this sound like I need to replace just the solenoid?

Any help is appreciated.
 

knuggs

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Wow you got water in your canister didnt know that could happen... Do they always switch your canister maybe you got a bad one. Your solenoid should make a click sound when you unplug and then plug it back in, good way to see if it still works. May have lost air faster too if you have more circulation or a small air leak in the line or check the seams of the bubble counter if you have one...
 
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