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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Hydraulic Air Compressor General Information................3 Safety Precautions ................3 Installation Instructions ..............4 Specifications and Components ............. 5 Operating the PREDATAIR .............. 7 Startup ..................... 7 What to Expect at Startup ............... 7 Shut-down ..................8 Cold Weather Operation ..............9 Hot Weather Operation ..............

  • Page 4: Important Information

    VMAC. Follow all safety precautions and standard shop practices for mechanical work. The VMAC warranty form must be completed and mailed or faxed to VMAC at the time of installation for any subsequent warranty claim to be considered valid.

  • Page 5: General Information

    VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...

  • Page 6: Installation Instructions

    As part of the installation process, ensure that the Operation Instruction Card is affixed near the PREDATAIR in an obvious location so that users can easily see it and refer to the procedures. VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors...

  • Page 7: Specifications And Components

    Specifications and Components This is a flooded-lobe, rotary screw compressor (filled with VMAC certified and approved synthetic oil) driven by a hydraulic motor. Compression occurs when inlet air (at normal atmospheric pressure) enters a chamber where it is trapped between the rotating rotor lobes.
  • Page 8 Air discharge port with check valve Minimum clearance for servicing - 6 inches Oil cooler (inside cover, must have proper ventilation) Hydraulic fluid inlet Hydraulic fluid return VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...

  • Page 9: Operating The Predatair

    4. Turn on power to the PREDATAIR. 5. Engage the hydraulic system. 6. Start the PREDATAIR with the “ON” switch on the display box. 7. Watch the display for system status information. 8. If a cold climate kit (A700146) is installed, it will automatically activate in cold weather.

  • Page 10: Shut-Down

    A small reservoir is recommended to reduce cycling between the load and unload modes. Shut-down 1. When operations are complete, stop the PREDATAIR with the “OFF” button. Residual pressure in the compressor will blow- down automatically. 2. Disengage the hydraulic system.

  • Page 11: Cold Weather Operation

    5 F (-15 C). Refer to the installation manual for more detailed information. Observe the following precautions: if temperatures are below 41 F (5 C), cover the PREDATAIR during transit (if exposed) and pre-heat by circulating hydraulic oil through the system before starting the compressor...

  • Page 12: Display Box Messages

    Additional possible messages: WARM HYD OIL If the hydraulic oil temperature is below +5 F(–15 C). CHECK AIR FILTER Every 100 hrs the system will remind the operator. VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...
  • Page 13 The hydraulic oil is between -13 F(-25 C) and +5 F(-15 C), and if installed, the cold climate kit (A700146) has been turned on to help warm the hydraulic oil. The PREDATAIR won’t start until the hydraulic oil has warmed to +5 F(-15 C).
  • Page 14 PRESSURE SENSOR? The pressure sensor has failed or is disconnected. CONNECTION ERR There is a connection problem between the control box in the PREDATAIR and the display box. VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...

  • Page 15: System Adjustments

    Diagnostics mode and return to normal operation. ERROR LOG Record of the last ten system errors. This information can be recorded on the VMAC troubleshooting form and faxed to VMAC to assist in troubleshooting issues. Scroll through each error with the ON and OFF buttons.
  • Page 16 The air temperature sensor has been disabled. If you press and hold the OFF button for 5 seconds, the display will show: TEMP PROBE EN The air temperature sensor has been enabled. VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...
  • Page 17 The XXX is the current pressure setting in psi. Scroll through the range of settings. When the desired setting is displayed, exit normally and the change will be made. VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...
  • Page 18 COLD START LOG A record of the last ten cold-start temperatures below 32F(0 C). This information can be recorded on the VMAC troubleshooting form and faxed to VMAC to assist in troubleshooting issues. Scroll through each logged cold-start temperature using the ON and OFF buttons.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    If installed, the Cold Climate -13F(-25C) and +5F(-15C). Kit (A700146) will speed warm-up. The Predatair won’t start until the hydraulic oil has warmed to +5F(- 15C). PREDATAIR does not Inappropriate conditions Check display box for messages.
  • Page 20 Make sure the cooler and air filter ventilation. are not blocked. Open door if installed in a cabinet. Improve ventilation. Move the PREDATAIR out of the cabinet. Failed temperature probe Check the temperature probe and or bad wiring connection. wiring connections.
  • Page 21 Low battery voltage. Check wiring connections. Measure voltage at the input to the System runs then shuts PREDATAIR when it is running down, and display resets, but doesn’t restart. with the fan on to ensure full voltage.

  • Page 22: Maintaining The Predatair

    Refer to the Illustrated Parts List for a complete breakdown of all available replacement parts. Adding Compressor Oil 1. Remove the fill cap from the tank. Pour VMAC oil into the tank using a clean funnel or use a short hose with a #12 JIC fitting to extend the fill port.

  • Page 23: Replacing The Air Filter

    Add oil as required. Fill cap Sight glass window Drain plug You must use VMAC compressor oil. Failure to use this oil will result in damage to the compressor and may void your warranty. Replacing the Air Filter If the system has been just operated, shut it off and wait at least 30 seconds for the air pressure to vent before working on the system.

  • Page 24: Changing Oil And Filter

    3/4 to 1 turn to seat the sealing gasket. 8. Remove the fill cap and pour VMAC compressor oil into the oil fill hole on the compressor tank using a funnel.

  • Page 25: Changing The Coalescing Filter

    8. Clean the thimble screen spring and clean or replace the thimble screen. 9. Thoroughly clean the large spring and spring plate. Remove any rust or contaminants. VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...
  • Page 26 11. Install the discharge cap and torque the bolts to specifications. 12. Install the lines on the back of the tank. 13. Remove the fill cap and pour VMAC compressor oil into the oil fill hole in the compressor tank using a funnel.

  • Page 27: System Wiring Diagram

    System Wiring Diagram INLET VALVE VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...

  • Page 28: Warranty

    3.1 The warranty period will commence upon installation of the Product(s). The returned warranty registration form marks the date of installation. If the warranty registration form has not been received by VMAC within 6 months from the date of installation of the Product(s), then the warranty period will be deemed to commence 30 days from date of shipment from VMAC.
  • Page 29 5.0 BUYER OBLIGATIONS 5.1 Buyer shall notify VMAC of the alleged defect within 10 days of initial discovery and return the allegedly defective component(s) within 30 days of initial discovery. 5.2 The Buyer must prepay all costs associated with the warranty claim and submit receipts and/or invoices to VMAC for evaluation.

  • Page 30: Maintenance And Repair Records

    Date installed: 50 hour inspection Date: Performed by: Address Parts replaced or notes: 500 hour or 6 month service Date: Performed by: Address Parts replaced or notes: VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...
  • Page 31 1500 hour or 18 month service Date: Performed by: Address Parts replaced or notes: 2000 hour or 24 month service Date: Performed by: Address Parts replaced or notes: VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...

  • Page 32: Parts Replacement Or Adjustment Record

    Part or adjustment: Performed by: Reason: Date: Part or adjustment: Performed by: Reason: Date: Part or adjustment: Performed by: Reason: Date: Part or adjustment: Performed by: Reason: VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...
  • Page 33 Part or adjustment: Performed by: Reason: Date: Part or adjustment: Performed by: Reason: Date: Part or adjustment: Performed by: Reason: Date: Part or adjustment: Performed by: Reason: VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...

  • Page 34: Accessory Products From Vmac

    Accessory Products from VMAC To order parts, contact your nearest VMAC dealer or contact VMAC directly at 250-740-3200 or 1-800-738-8622. Have the system serial number, a description of the part and the quantity. The following accessories are also available from VMAC.
  • Page 35 PREDATAIR. Switch Panel with Hour Meter HOURS Provides switched 12V power up to 30A with CURTIS digital hour meter for tracking equipment run- time. 4400743 VMAC – Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors Toll Free: 1-800-738-8622 Local: 1-250-740-3200 Fax: 1-250-740-3201...
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  • Page 37 VMAC Product Warranty Registration This form must be fully completed and returned to VMAC at the time of installation. Warranty will be void if this form is not received by VMAC within 30 days of installation. VMAC Dealer Information Company Name: _____________________________________...
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