Vanair ADHD Powertech User manual

Vanair ADHD Powertech
125 to 185 CFM
Rotary Screw Air Compressor
Installation, Operation, Maintenance and Parts List Manual
NOTE
Making unauthorized modifications to
the compressor or system components
WILL VOID THE WARRANTY!
Always inform Vanair Manufacturing,
Inc., before beginning any changes to
the ADHD system.
NOTE
Read this manual before installing,
operating or servicing this equipment.
Failure to comply with the operation
and maintenance instructions in this
manual WILL VOID THE
EQUIPMENT WARRANTY.
NOTE
Use only Genuine Vanair Parts.
Inspect and replace damaged
components before operation.
Substituting non-Vanair components
will VOID THE COMPRESSOR
WARRANTY!
Vanair Manufacturing, Inc.
10896 West 300 North
Michigan City, IN 46360
Phone: [phone]
[phone]
Service Fax: [phone]
Parts Fax: [phone]
Sales Fax: [phone]
www.vanair.com
POO280-6
04/13
KEEP THE MANUAL
WITH THE VEHICLE

WARRANTY (Applies to following models: UDSM, UDISS, UDHD, ADHD, GENAIR, TMBD, ADBD)
The rotary screw compressor unit air end is warranted for life when adhering to the prescribed
maintenance schedule. The unit will be replaced or repaired at VANAIR’S option. The hydraulic
motor on the UDHD and ADHD is warranted for two (2) years. All other parts including the
compressor unit shaft seal and generator are warranted for twelve (12) months. This warranty does
not cover damage caused by accident, misuse or negligence. If a compressor unit is disassembled
the warranty is void. Any disassembly of major components must be approved by Vanair to avoid
voiding of warranty. Any and all such claims for warranty consideration must be coordinated through
the Warranty-Service Department at the address below. Do not return parts without prior
authorization.
Warranty is limited to the supply of replacement parts failing within the warranty period. Credit for
labor required to refit replacement parts is NOT included. All warranted parts are to be shipped
PREPAID to VANAIR. Replacement parts will be shipped back to the customer by VANAIR via
ground shipment. Cost to expedite delivery of replacement parts will be incurred by customer.
Factory installed units will also include warranty on the installation for one year.
Warranty will commence upon receipt of the Warranty Registration Card. If the Warranty
Registration Card is not received within six (6) months, then warranty commencement date shall be
thirty (30) days from the date of shipment from VANAIR. Records of warranty adherence are the
responsibility of end user.
This statement of warranty is expressly in lieu of and disclaims all other express warranties, implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purchase and all other implied warranties
which extend beyond the description on the face hereof. The warranty does not include incidental or
consequential damages.
This warranty shall be void and VANAIR shall have no responsibility to repair, replace or repay the
purchase price of defective or damaged parts resulting from the use of or repair of replacement parts
or fluids not of VANAIR’S manufacture or from buyer’s failure to store, install, maintain and operate
the compressor according to the recommendations contained in the Manual.
All claims under the Warranty shall be made by contacting VANAIR Warranty-Service Department.
10896 West 300 North
Michigan City, IN 46360
Phone: [phone] • [phone]
Service Fax: [phone] • Parts Fax: [phone] • Sales Fax: [phone]

TABLE OF CONTENTS Pg i
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION SECTION SECTION-PAGE NO.
Warranty .............................................................................-.............................Behind Cover
Table of Contents ...............................................................-........................................i
Definition of Terms ............................................................-........................................v
Section 1 –Safety .................................................1.0..............................1-1
General ...............................................................................1.1....................................1-1
Parking or Locating Compressor .......................................1.2....................................1-2
Pressure Release .................................................................1.3....................................1-2
Fire and Explosion .............................................................1.4....................................1-3
Moving Parts ......................................................................1.5....................................1-5
Hot Surfaces, Sharp Edges, and Sharp Corners..................1.6....................................1-5
Toxic and Irritating Substances .........................................1.7....................................1-6
Electrical Shock .................................................................1.8....................................1-7
Safety Decals ......................................................................1.9....................................1-7
Section 2 –Description ........................................2.0..............................2-1
Introduction ........................................................................2.1....................................2-1
Sullair® Compressor Unit, Functional Description............2.2....................................2-1
Compressor Cooling and Lubrication, Functional
Description..........................................................................2.3....................................2-2
Compressor Discharge System, Functional
Description..........................................................................2.4....................................2-2
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Section 2 –Description (continued)
Control System, Functional Description.............................2.5....................................2-5
Air Inlet System, Functional Description ...........................2.6....................................2-6
Instrument Panel, Functional Description...........................2.7....................................2-7
Hydraulic Motor, Functional Description...........................2.8....................................2-8
Electrical System, Functional Description..........................2.9....................................2-8
Section 3 –Specifications ....................................3.0..............................3-1
Compressor Specifications..................................................3.1....................................3-1
Lubrication Guide –Compressor........................................3.2....................................3-1
Application Guide...............................................................3.3....................................3-2
Section 4 –Operation ..........................................4.0..............................4-1
General ...............................................................................4.1....................................4-1
Purpose of Controls ............................................................4.2....................................4-1
Initial and Routine Start-Up Procedure s............................4.3....................................4-2
Section 5 –Installation ........................................5.0..............................5-1
Hydraulic System Requirements.........................................5.1....................................5-1
Installation ..........................................................................5.2....................................5-1
Receiver Tank Installation...........................................5.2.1...................................5-2
Wiring Diagram ..................................................................5.3....................................5-3
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Section 5 - Maintenance (continued)
Dimensions Diagram ..........................................................5.4....................................5-4
Section 6 - Maintenance ......................................6.0..............................6-1
General ...............................................................................6.1....................................6-1
Daily Operation ..................................................................6.2....................................6-1
Maintenance after Initial 50 Hours of Operation................6.3....................................6-1
Every 500 Hours or Yearly, Whichever Comes First.........6.4....................................6-2
Parts Replacement and Adjustment Procedures .................6.5....................................6-2
Compressor Oil Change and Filter Replacement
Procedure ..................................................................6.5.1...................................6-2
Compressor Oil Change Procedure..................................6.5.1.1.................................6-2
Compressor Oil Filter Element Replacement..................6.5.1.2.................................6-3
Air Filter Maintenance.......................................................6.5.2...................................6-4
Air Filter Element Replacement ......................................6.5.2.1.................................6-5
Air Filter Element Cleaning.............................................6.5.2.2.................................6-5
Cleaning the Air Filter Element with
Compressed Air ...............................................................6.5.2.3.................................6-6
Air Filter Element Inspection...........................................6.5.2.4.................................6-6
Separation Element Replacement......................................6.5.3...................................6-6
Section 7 - Troubleshooting ................................7.0..............................7-1
Troubleshooting..................................................................7.1....................................7-1
Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................7.2....................................7-1
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Section 8 –Illustrations and Parts List ..............8.0..............................8-1
Procedure for Ordering Parts .............................................8.1....................................8-1
Discharge System ...............................................................8.2....................................8-2
Enclosure ............................................................................8.3....................................8-4
Instrument Panel ................................................................8.4....................................8-6
Inlet Valve Assembly .........................................................8.5....................................8-8
Oil Cooling System (electric) 125-185 CFM......................8.6...................................8-10
Above Deck –Compressor, Air Inlet and Parts .................8.7...................................8-12
Above Deck –Hydraulic Drive .........................................8.8...................................8-14
Decal Locations –1 of 2 ...................................................8.9A..................................8-16
Decal Locations –2 of 2....................................................8.9B..................................8-17
Installation/Test Record........................................................-.....................................8-19

DEFINITION OF TERMS Pg v
DEFINITION OF TERMS
AD Abovedeck
ADBD Abovedeck Belt Drive
ADHD Abovedeck Hydraulic Drive
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
BD Belt Drive
CA Cab to axle Length
CFM Cubic Feet per Minute
EC Electric Cooled
FC Front Cooled
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
GPM Gallons per Minute
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
HC Hydraulic Cooled
HD Hydraulic Drive
ICFM Inlet Cubic Feet per Minute
PSI Pounds per Square Inch
PSIG Pounds per Square Inch Gauge
PTO Power Take Off
RPM Revolutions per Minute
SCFM Standard Cubic Feet per Minute
SM Side Mount
TM Tractor Mount
TMBD Tractor Mount Belt Drive
UD Underdeck
UDHD Underdeck Hydraulic Drive
UDISS Underdeck Integral Split-Shaft
UDSM Underdeck Side Mount
WB Wheel Base

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SAFETY Section 1 - Pg 01
SECTION 1:
SAFETY
1.1 General
Vanair®Manufacturing designs and manufactures all of its products so they can be
operated safely. However, the responsibility for safe operation rests with those who use
and maintain these products. The following safety precautions are offered as a guide
which, if conscientiously followed, will minimize the possibility of accidents through the
useful life of this equipment.
The air compressor should be operated only by those who have been trained and
delegated to do so, and who have read and understood this Operator’s Manual. Failure to
follow the instructions, procedures and safety precautions in this manual can result in
accidents and injuries.
NEVER start the air compressor unless it is safe to do so DO NOT attempt to operate the
air compressor with a known unsafe condition. Tag the air compressor and render it
inoperative by disconnecting the battery so others who may not know of the unsafe
condition will not attempt to operate it until the condition is corrected.
Use and operate the air compressor only in full compliance with all pertinent OSHA
requirements and/or all pertinent Federal, State and Local codes or requirements.
DO NOT modify the compressor except with written factory approval.
Each day walk around the air compressor and inspect for leaks, loose or missing parts,
damaged parts or parts out of adjustment. Perform all recommended daily maintenance.
Inspect for torn, frayed, blistered or otherwise deteriorated and degraded hoses. Replace
as required.
NOTE: Estimated hose life based on a 5-day 8-hour work week is 3 years. These
conditions exist on an 8-hour shift only. Any other operation of the equipment other than
8-hour shifts would deteriorate the hose life based on hours of operation.

SAFETY Section 1 - Pg 02
1.2 Parking or Locating Compressor
1. Park or locate compressor on a level surface, if possible. If not, park or locate
compressor across grade so the compressor does not tend to roll downhill. DO NOT
park or locate compressor on grades exceeding 15° (27%).
2. Make sure compressor is parked or located on a firm surface that can support its
weight.
3. Park or locate compressor so the wind, if any, tends to carry the exhaust fumes and
radiator heat away from the compressor air inlet openings, and also where the
compressor will not be exposed to excessive dust from the work site.
4. Block or chock both sides of wheels.
1.3 Pressure Release
A. Open the pressure relief valve at least weekly to make sure it is not blocked, closed,
obstructed or otherwise disabled.
B. Install an appropriate flow-limiting valve between the compressor service air outlet
and the shutoff (throttle) valve, when an air hose exceeding 1/2" (13mm) inside
diameter is to be connected to shut-off (throttle) valve, to reduce pressure in case of
failure, per OSHA Standard 20 CFR 1926.302 (b) (7) or any applicable Federal, State
and local codes, standards and regulations.
C. When the hose is to be used to supply a manifold, install an additional appropriate
flow limiting valve between the manifold and each air hose exceeding 1/2" (13mm)
inside diameter that is to be connected to the manifold to reduce pressure in case of
hose failure.
D. Provide an appropriate flow-limiting valve for each additional 75 feet (23 meters) of
hose in runs of air hose exceeding 1/2" (13mm) inside diameter to reduce pressure in
case of hose failure.
E. Flow-limiting valves are listed by pipe size and rated CFM. Select appropriate valve
accordingly.
F. DO NOT use tools that are rated below the maximum rating of this compressor.
Select tools, air hoses, pipes, valves, filters and other fittings accordingly. DO NOT
exceed manufacturer’s rated safe operating pressures for these items.