
PMAC Air Compressor
Powerex •100 Mundy Memorial Drive •Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 •USA
P 1.888.769.7979 •F 513.367.3125 •www.powerexinc.com
IN598601AV •01/2020
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This compressor/pump is NOT equipped and should NOT be
used “as is” to supply breathing quality air. For any applicaon
of air for human consumpon, you must t the air compressor/
pump with suitable in-line safety and alarm equipment. This
addional equipment is necessary to properly lter and purify
the air to meet minimal specicaons for Grade D breathing as
described in Compressed Gas Associaon Commodity Speci-
caon G 7.1 - 1966, OSHA 29 CFR 1910. 134, ANSI and/or Cana-
dian Standards Associaons (CSA).
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES IN THE EVENT THE COMPRES-
SOR IS USED FOR THE PURPOSE OF BREATHING AIR APPLICA-
TION AND PROPER IN-LINE SAFETY AND ALARM EQUIPMENT
IS NOT SIMULTANEOUSLY USED, EXISTING WARRANTIES ARE
VOIDED, AND POWEREX DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY WHATSO-
EVER FOR ANY LOSS, PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE.
Breathable Air Warning
Components
Oil-less Scroll Compressor Pumps
The Powerex scroll compressor oers a dynamically balanced air
end which insures vibraon-free operaon. The rotary design permits
a connuous 100% duty cycle. No oil separaon, oil ltraon, or inlet
valves are required on the Powerex Scroll unit.
Dry Type Inlet Filter
The 2µ lter provides protecon for the precision components
within the compressor. This lter must be serviced at regular
intervals to maintain compressor performance. See page 4 for the
recommended maintenance schedule.
Isolaon Mounts
The basic unit is supplied with isolaon mounts. The installer may
substute these mounts for a set of their own choosing. However, it is
recommended that Powerex review these alternate isolaon mounts
that will be used in place of the supplied mounts.
Permanent Magnet AC Motor
The permanent magnet motor is very compact and is more ecient
compared with tradional inducon motors.
Inverter
The inverter accepts 500 to 750 Volts DC which and changes it into
3 Phase 350 Volt AC to power the electric motor. This inverter also
provides data outputs which may interface with other systems via
analog and digital signals.
Default outputs:
Analog: Power Consumpon 0 to 10 V or 0 to 20 mA
Fault Signal: Normally Closed 24V
Fieldbus: MODBus
Installaon
Unpacking & Receiving the Unit
Immediately upon receipt of the compressor system, the unit
should be inspected for any damage which may have occurred in
shipment. Any shipping damage must be immediately led with the
freight carrier. Repair or replace damaged items before use.
The compressor nameplate should be checked to see if the unit is
the correct model and voltage as ordered.
Do not operate unit if damaged during shipping,
handling or use. Damage may result in bursng
and cause injury or property damage.
Applicaon
When the scroll compressor is to be used in applicaons other
than the compressing of atmospheric air, please contact a Powerex
representave for engineering and warranty informaon at 1-888-
769-7979.
Installaon Site
1. The scroll compressor must be located in an environment
compliant with the compressor's intended use. If being
installed in an alternate locaon, please obtain prior approval
for change of locaon from Powerex.
2. The area should be free of excessive dust, toxic or ammable
gases, moisture, water and direct sunlight.
3. Ambient temperatures of –35°F to +104°F are allowed. The
upper range of +104°F has a maximum on me of 4 minutes.
This is to ensure proper operaon and prevent overheang.
4. Ambient Relave Humidity below 96% is allowed. Condensaon
is not permied.
5. Clearance must allow for safe, eecve inspecon and
maintenance.
6. Systems supplied without an aercooler require an approved
check valve and safety valve to be installed downstream of the
compressor’s exhaust.
7. Air receiver(s) or alternate drive devices may be used to ensure
that the motor manufacturer’s recommended number of starts
and stops are not exceeded. Please refer to manufacturer for
details.
NOTE: Contact Powerex for evaluaon of ambient condions
beyond the parameters above for special reduced duty cycle and
product life requirements.
Venlaon
1. If the scroll compressor system is located in an enclosed area,
an exhaust fan or other means with access to outside air and
make up air must be installed.
2. Never restrict the cooling fan exhaust air.
3. Never locate the compressor where hot exhaust air from other
heat generang units may increase the compressor’s operang
temperature.