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NM 444 HL
A01.01886-8
A01.01886-8
REV.: 001
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  • Page 1 Automatic Tires Pressure System NM 444 HL Technical Manual Technical Manual A01.01886-8 A01.01886-8 REV.: 001 REV.: 001...
  • Page 2 Important: Failure to comply with these indications may cause in improper handling of the VIGIA System, causing injury or property damage. Make sure to read these explanations. Very Important: Failure to comply with these indications may cause damage to people or things and compromise the operation of the system.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION ................2 SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ................ 3 1.1: PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE MANUAL ............3 SECTION 2: ELECTRONIC TIRE CALIBRATOR ........... 3 2.1: FUNCTION ......................3 2.2: APPLICATION .......................3 SECTION 3: MAIN COMPONENTS ..............

  • Page 4: General Information

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 6.1: OPERATION .......................30 6.2: CHANGES OF STATES ..................33 6.3: REGULATION OF THE SYSTEM FOR THE CALIBRATION OF TIRES ....35 6.4: INDICATIONS OF LOSSES, DEPENDING ON THE INPUT PRESSURE WITH REGARD TO THE CALIBRATION PRESSURE ............37 SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE ...............

  • Page 5: Section 1: Introduction

    2.2: APPLICATION improves fuel consumption, increases traction and safety. The VIGIA NM 444 System is particularly useful when installed on heavy transport vehicles and 1.1: PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE especially those that are exposed to different...

  • Page 6: Section 3: Main Components

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 SECTION 3: MAIN COMPONENTS Functions and features of the main system components are described below. The following image shows the approximate location of each component. 3.1: ROTOR SUPPORT 3.1.1.1: Installation procedure a) Remove two nuts diametrically opposed. 3.1.1: SPECIFIC SUPPORTS FOR FRONT AND b) Put the corresponding mounting.

  • Page 7: Rotor

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 Very Important: If the rim is made of aluminum and the hub of the unit has iron rim bolts, replace them with longer bolts. 3.1.2: UNIVERSAL ROTOR SUPPORT FOR DUAL AXLES (WITHOUT REDUCING HUB) These brackets are used in dual axles without reduction hub that have an iron or aluminum disc rim.

  • Page 8: Inflation Connectors For Tires

    To adjust, use the INFLATION VALVE WRENCH. c) Screw on the VIGIA connector, gently tightening a torque from 2 to 3 lbs. per ft. (2.7 to 4 Nm) with 3.3.1: INSTALLATION PROCEDURE a wrench.

  • Page 9: Ird Valve

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 3.4: IRD VALVE As indicated by its initials, it allows inflation, retains air when disconnecting a tire or depressurizing the network, and allows deflation when switching from Loaded to Unloaded state. 3.4.1: CONNECTING THE VALVES TO THE ROTOR Note: On front axles with a decorative ring, make two holes in its wing and...

  • Page 10: Element Torque, Rotor Valve

    2.5 a 4 Nm 8 Nm 3.6: BODY COUPLINGS 3.6.1: INSTALLATION PROCEDURE VIGIA offers several models of body coupling VIGIA offers different models of body couplings. mountings designed to prevent extending beyond the vehicle’s body or to avoid perforating fenders, body or cabin.
  • Page 11 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 b) First, drill with a Ø 13/64" (5 mm) bit and then with a 29/64" (11.5 mm) bit. c) Install the corresponding coupling. Note: In cases of trailers with one directional axle, follow the instructions described in 3.6.1.1.
  • Page 12 15.75" (400 mm) in front of the tyre’s central line, outside. an at a height that will avoid any rubbing of the e) Cut the required VIGIA hose length and connect mounting, even with the suspension working to the body coupling with the T or cross joint to be load limit.
  • Page 13 Ø 5/8" (16 mm) hole. b) Procceed as item 3.6.1.3.1. from b) Explanation: Previously, pass the VIGIA hose through the hole placed in the mounting. i) Fasten the mounting nut with a spanner and secure the extension.

  • Page 14: Connection Between Body Coupling And Rotor

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 3.7: CONNECTION BETWEEN BODY COUPLING AND ROTOR This connection controls the tyre pressure and preserves the tyres inflated when the unit is moving without restricting the suspension, the turning of the wheels, etc. Note: The positions of the rotor cover are shown in relation to an unloaded unit. ---------- STEERING AXLES NON-STEERING AXLES...
  • Page 15 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 3.7.1: SET ASSAMBLY BODY COUPLING BODY COUPLING TERMINAL SPRING 15 X 90 HOSE STEEL PIPE SPRING 15 X 90 ROTOR COUPLING TERMINAL ROTOR COVER CURVE ROTOR COVER CURVED FIXING NUT BSP 3/8" RIBBED LOCK WASHER ROTOR COVER PAGE.
  • Page 16 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 a) Screw the nut on the rotor cover curve as far d) Measure the length of the pipe (before, put as it will go, without forcing and then the serrated the cover in the rotor) so that the slope takes the lock washer.
  • Page 17 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 e) Cut the Push-lok hose, 36 cm, longer than the pipe. Example: If the pipe was cut at 40 cm, the hose should be 76 cm long. h) Insert the coupling terminal into the rotor axle. Insert the hose in the terminal and fasten the terminal with a spanner.

  • Page 18: Nm Air Filter

    3.8.1: FUNCTION the connection valve, to prevent the Its function is to filter the air entering the VIGIA entry of impurities when connecting system, retaining the solid impurities. and disconnecting (see diagram on page 23).

  • Page 19: Nm 444 Control Panel

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 3.9.4: INSTALLATION PROCEDURE  Inhibition of alarms during contact and without inlet pressure, until the unit recovers normal air pressure values. Note: To adapt the valves to the dife-  Easy regulation of the System. rent original threads, several cou- ...
  • Page 20 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 3.10.3: INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 3.10.3.1: Using the support provided 3.10.3.2: Via DIN format VISTA POSTERIOR: Doblar las pestañas correspondiente. 3.10.3.3: Attaching it to a surface with two tapping screws PAGE. 18 OF 55...

  • Page 21: Inflation Module

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 3.11: INFLATION MODULE 3.11.1: CHARACTERISTICS  Module dimensions: 186 mm x 114 mm x 58 mm.  To control two or three pressure circuits.  Automatic cancellation of the inlet pressure through the safety device calibrated at 5.5 BAR. ...

  • Page 22: Depressurizer Module

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 3.12: DEPRESSURIZER MODULE 3.13: 2/3 WAY NETWORK SHUNT TO DEPRESSURIZER MODULE It allows depressurizing the air network of the different circuits at the same time when switching Its function is to link the pressure circuits that are from Loaded to Unloaded state.

  • Page 23: Section 4: Tire Connections

    (dust, sand, grease, etc.) from entering the VIGIA air network System and cause malfunctions. 4.1.1: NM 444 MODELS The NM 444 system uses an exclusive pneumatic...
  • Page 24 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 TRUCK DIAGRAM 3 CIRCUITS 3 AXLES GREEN Tube Ø 10 mm Tube Ø 5/16” PAGE. 22 OF 55...
  • Page 25 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 DIAGRAM TRUCK-TRACTOR 3 CIRCUITS 3 AXLES AND SEMI-TRAILER GREEN Tube Ø 10 mm Tube Ø 5/16” BLUE Spring tube Ø 1/2” PAGE. 23 OF 55...
  • Page 26 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 DIAGRAM TRUCK-TRACTOR 3 CIRCUITS 2 AXLES AND SEMI-TRAILER GREEN Tube Ø 10 mm Tube Ø 5/16” BLUE Spring tube Ø 1/2” PAGE. 24 OF 55...
  • Page 27 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 4.1.2: NM 448 GREEN Tube Ø 10 mm Tube Ø 5/16” BLUE Spring tube Ø 1/2” PAGE. 25 OF 55...
  • Page 28 TRAILER COUPLING CONNECTOR CHASSIS COUPLING JOINT CHASSIS COUPLING JOINT Important: Connect only the VIGIA System with the unit engine running. 4.1.2.3: Installation procedure f) If the body coupling is too close to the wheels and it is necessary to bend the tube at 90º, use the elbow connector.

  • Page 29: Air Intake

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 4.2: AIR INTAKE Take into account the following details: a) Select a secondary tank that works at the same pressure than the compressor. Important: Do not use the tank that supplies the brake system of the thrust axis and trailer.

  • Page 30: Section 5: Electrical Connections

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 SECTION 5: ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5.1: ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION RED - R connect according to installation sheet ins- tructions TO GESTYA INTERFACE BLACK NM 444 444-12/24V. PAGE. 28 OF 55...

  • Page 31: Section 6: Functioning

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 SECTION 6: FUNCTIONING Explanation: The electrical installa- tions are made with a protective nylon Very Important: As long as the inlet on the connectors, to prevent the entry pressure does not exceed 0.7 BAR of dirt, grease, etc. in the terminals at the maximum calibration pres- when installing, when passing through sure of the 3 circuits in Loaded...

  • Page 32: Operation

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 6.1: OPERATION STEADY: SOUND SIGNAL ENABLED TURNED OFF: SOUND SIGNAL DISABLE INDICATION OF ERROR OR FLASHING: ALARM INMUNITY OR FUNCTIONING IMPORTANT EVENT SYSTEM CALIBRATING ALLOWS TO MAKE CHANGES OF ALARM 3 FOR MORE THAN 30 MINUTES PRESSURE STATE CALIBRATING BUTTON STOP...
  • Page 33 9 10 possible. 6.1.3.4: Cancellation for excessive leakage When there is an excessive leakage in a tire (blowout) or in the VIGIA network and the System cannot maintain the pressure 6.1.3.2: Alarm 2 of the circuit, it will automatically cancel...
  • Page 34 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 6.1.3.5: Low pressure in the tank 6.1.3.7: Insufficient air pressure in the tank (L.o.P) When there is low air pressure in the tank If there is a circuit being calibrated and the inlet (below 5.5 or 8 BAR), the System automatically pressure P is equal to or less than the calibration deactivates and indicates the inlet pressure P pressure of the circuit, it will alternately indicate...

  • Page 35: Changes Of States

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 6.2: CHANGES OF STATES To confirm, press the key for 4 seconds. Very Important: While the system is in alarm immunity state or operation, it will NOT allow state changes ( led or led flashing). 6.2.1 FROM LOADED PRESSURE TO UNLOADED PRESSURE Very Important: Drive only with...
  • Page 36 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 6.2.1.1: Unloaded pressure warnings Explanation: To exit this screen First warning: If when opening the ignition key, and return to the normal state menu, the System is in unloaded pressure state, then there are two options: press any key alarm immunity and operation, it will indicate , except on the panel plus the sound signal and the...

  • Page 37: Regulation Of The System For The Calibration Of Tires

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 Important: The different pressures can be calibrated from 1.3 BAR (18 STOP PSI) to 11 BAR (160 PSI). 9 10 Explanation: The maximum pressure difference between Unloaded state and Loaded state is 70% of the Loaded state setting.
  • Page 38 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 6.3.3: CIRCUIT 2 LOADED PRESSURE 6.3.7: CIRCUIT 3 UNLOADED PRESSURE With modify until the desired calibration With modify until the desired calibration value appears. Then press the calibration button. value appears. Then press the calibration button. STOP STOP 6.3.4: CIRCUIT 3 LOADED PRESSURE...

  • Page 39: Indications Of Losses, Depending On The Input Pressure With Regard To The Calibration Pressure

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 6.4: INDICATIONS OF LOSSES, DEPENDING ON THE INPUT PRESSURE WITH REGARD TO THE CALIBRATION PRESSURE Very Important: The inlet pressure must be at least 0.7 BAR more than the maximum pres- sure set in Loaded, so that the System begins the calibration process. GOOD PRESSURE TO INFLATE GOOD PRESSURE TO INFLATE NOT OPTIMAL PRESSURE...

  • Page 40: Section 7: Maintenance

    If the pressure in the panel decreases and the pressure of all the tires remains, the loss is in the air network of the VIGIA System. 9 10 7.2: DOWNWARD DUCT SYSTEM When repairing, replace the Push-lok hose;...

  • Page 41: Section 8: Fault Codes

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 SECTION 8: FAULT CODES The System will be canceled automatically and the panel will indicate the problem as follows: Important: Tires with no protection. INDIVIDUAL FAULTS PER AXLE INDICATION INDICATION POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS Module internal failure.
  • Page 42 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 GENERAL FAILURES INDICATION INDICATION POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS - Communication problems - Check electrical installation, STOP between the module and the if there are cut wires, sulfated panel. connectors or moisture in contacts. Replace the electrical installation.
  • Page 43 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 GENERAL FAILURES INDICATION INDICATION POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS - Inflation module or panel - Check the connection to the communication failure during a shunt block. state change from Loaded to - Verify the electrical connection Unloaded.

  • Page 44: Attached 1

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 ATTACHED 1 9.1: AUTOMATIC AIR PURGE VALVE 9.1.1: FUNCTIONING AND APPLICATION An electronic module sends a signal to the electrovalves, releasing to the outside the liquids existing inside the air tank. The operating cycle can be programmed through the keys located on the module, allowing the time the electrovalves will remain open (T ON) and the time they will remain closed (T OFF) to be...
  • Page 45 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 Note: If the unit's tank is located below B) TIME THE ELECTROVALVE REMAINS CLOSED (OFF the axle line, it must be installed as MINUTES) indicated in OPTION 1. 5’ 10’ 15’ 20’ Explanation: Assemble the electro- valve preferably using the short cou- pling, so that it is not too close to the 25’...
  • Page 46 OPTION 2 Option 3: Drill an existing cap, make the installation and seal properly. Electrical installation: Secure with seals or staples to the original electrical or pneumatic installation of the unit. VIGIA VIGIA INSTALLATION INSTALLATION SECURED WITH SECURED WITH SEALS OR STAPLES...
  • Page 47 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 b) Remove the filter. c) Properly clean the filter by blowing it with diesel. Very Important: If dirt with oil is obser- ved when blowing the filter, proceed to check the air intake of the compressor and the engine.

  • Page 48: Attached 2

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 ATTACHED 2 ATTACHED 2 10.1: HOW TO DETERMINE THE CORRECT PRESSURE Explanation: The same procedure is followed in the determination of the weight per axle of the empty vehicle, as well as in the loaded vehicle. Verify the axle weight use scales Divide the measured axle weight by the number of tires on the axle...

  • Page 49: Suggested Minimum Pressure Table

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 Explanation: The calibration value in the table will be a theoretical starting point, since it only considers the "static weight" factor per axle, without taking into account the dynamic effects pro- duced by speed, the action of the vehicle's aerodynamics, etc. From the table value, the user must set the inflation pressure value to levels that achieve an optimal level of wear.
  • Page 50 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 6.2 /C 6.2 /C 6.2 /C 6.2 /C 6.2 /C 6.2 /C 6.2 /C 6.2 /C References: A) It is necessary to know the curb weight for each axle, as well as to take into account the distribution of the load on the unit.

  • Page 51: Tires Nomenclature And Alapa Table Of 2021

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 10.3: TIRES NOMENCLATURE AND ALAPA TABLE OF 2021 Dimensions Characteristics Load ratings for single and Country of manufacture dual assembly Conformity to ECE regulations Speed Registration symbol Tire symbol adapted for mud and snow use Tire construction and load/ pressure information Type of...
  • Page 52 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 TABLE OF INFLATION PRESSURE VS LOAD X TIRE ACCORDING TO ALAPA - Inflation pressure - BAR (PSI) 8,5/8,6 Dimension Load index (65) (70) (75) (80) (85) (90) (95) (100) (105) (110) (115) (120 (123/125) (130) Load per tire in kg 1545 1635...
  • Page 53 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 ADICIONAL INFORMATION Dimensions (mm) Dual wheel Maximum Maximum Rim width Service spacing Simple Ro- Dual Ro- Pressure Dimension (inches) (mm) lling Load lling Load (BAR) Section Diameter Section Diameter (kg) (kg) width (mm) (mm) width (mm) (mm) “TUBELESS”...
  • Page 54 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 SUITABLE UNITS Compressor Pres- Flow (In/min) sure (BAR) Maximum number Maximum Pressure Observation of tires to deflate Suggested (Loaded) At 1200 and inflate Idle Start TRUCK UNIT BRAND MODEL IVECO CURSOR 330 9.1 BAR 10.9 BAR 132 (ln/min) 325 (ln/min) 8.3 BAR IVECO 440 HI-WAY...
  • Page 55 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 SUITABLE UNITS Compressor Pres- Flow (In/min) sure (BAR) Maximum Maximum Pres- number of tires sure Suggested Observation to deflate and At 1200 (Loaded) Idle Start inflate TRACTOR TRUCK UNIT BRAND MODEL IVECO CURSOR 330 9.1 BAR 10.9 BAR 132 (ln/min) 325 (ln/min) 8.3 BAR...
  • Page 56 A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 SUITABLE UNITS SPRAYER Maximum number of tires Maximum Pressure BRAND MODEL Start Idle At 1200 rpm to deflate and Suggested (Loaded) inflate All brands and models (examples) PAO (3000) 7.2 BAR 8.1 BAR 160 (ln/min) 233 (ln/min) -------- OMBU...

  • Page 57: Check List Control

    A01.01886-8 REV: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.22 10.4: CHECK LIST CONTROL CRITICAL POINTS OBSERVATIONS    1- Front axle - Check body coupling settings - Check the adjustment and state of the reinforced arms - Check the setting of the inflation valves - Check rotor condition - Check the air passage to each tire - Check leakages...
  • Page 58 AUTOMATIC TIRES PRESSURE SYSTEM NM 444 TECHNICAL MANUAL CODE A01.01886-8 REVISION: 001 VALIDITY: 28.11.2022 COL-VEN S.A. reserves the right, without notice, to modify products in order to improve quality, ope- ration or design. COL-VEN S.A. does not assume responsibility if changes in the applications are carried out or use of products.
  • Page 59 COLVEN USA LLC COL-VEN S.A 6120 N Shepherd Dr Ruta 11 km. 814 - (S3574XAB) Guadalupe Norte Houston - TX 77091 - USA Prov. de Santa Fe - República Argentina Tel.: 832 831 0611 colven@colven.com.ar info@colvenusa.com Tel.: (03482) 498800 0800-444-COLVEN (2658) www.colven.com.ar Commercial office for Spain and Portugal Commercial office for Europe...

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