VIAIR 50001 User manual

IMPORTANT:
It is essential that you and any other operator of this
product read and understand the contents of this manual
before installing and using this product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
50001 – Escapade Heavy Duty Compact OBA
50003 – Escapade Constant Duty Compact OBA
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION - To reduce risk of electrical shock or electrocution:
- Do not disassemble. Do not attempt repairs or modications. Refer to qualied service agencies
for all required service and repairs.
- Do not use this product around an area where it can fall or be pulled into water or other liquids.
- Do not reach for this product if it has fallen into liquid.
- Use this compressor with 12-Volt DC systems only.
- This product should never be left.unattended during use.
WARNING - To prevent injury:
- Never allow children to operate this compressor. Close supervision is necessary when this compressor
is being used near children.
- This compressor will become very HOT during and immediately after use. Do not touch any part of this
compressor with bare hands during and immediately after use.
- Do not use this product near ames or explosive materials or where aerosol products are being used.
- Do not operate this product where oxygen is being administered.
- Do not pump anything other than atmospheric air.
- Never use this product while sleepy or drowsy.
- Do not use any tools or attachments without rst determining maximum air pressure for
that tool or attachment.
- Never point any air nozzle or air sprayer toward another person or any part of the body.
- This air compressor is equipped with an Automatic Reset Thermal Protector, and can automatically
restart after the thermal protector resets. Always cut o power source when thermal
protector becomes activated.
- Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating this product.
- Use only in well ventilated areas.
INSTALLATION
Please read and follow the installation instructions carefully to avoid injury or damage to the
compressor or your vehicle.
Each of our air compressors and parts have been carefully produced and packaged.
Before you begin installation, please familiarize yourself with the Escapade Heavy Duty/Constant
Duty Compact OBA Kit Components List in this manual.
Guidelines for Selecting Mounting Location:
The selection of proper mounting location for your air compressor will help ensure a long and trouble
free compressor service life. Please pay close attention to the following guidelines:
1. Select a FLAT, UPRIGHT, AND SECURE location where the compressor can be mounted.
2. The cooler the ambient temperature, the less chance the compressor will overheat. If mounted in
the engine compartment for prolonged use (tire lling), open your hood to allow maximum cooling
of the compressor unit.
3. This compressor is moisture & dust resistant, but NOT DIRT OR WATERPROOF. Do not mount
compressor in locations where the unit is likely to come in contact with the elements.
4. Always utilize the supplied remote lter mounting option, and route the air line from compressor
air inlet to remote inlet air lter located in a clean and dry area. Secure the air lter to keep it from
dislodging and becoming damaged.
5. If it is necessary to mount the air compressor further away from the battery, such as inside
your vehicle or in the bed of your pickup, use the appropriate gauge wire for the-Amp draw of the
compressor and distance from the battery. When in doubt, use the next larger wire gauge size.

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MOUNTING AND WIRING
1. Disconnect ground cable from vehicle's battery.
2. Position the air compressor in the location where it will be mounted.
3. NOTE: For remote inlet air lter installation, refer to instructions included in the
Remote Inlet Air Filter Pack.
4. Make sure that your compressor setup is properly fused.
5. Before connecting to power source, re-check your system to make sure that all electrical
connections are made properly.
6. Connect power lead to the battery. It is recommended to provide switched power for the system,
that is only turned on when the ignition of the vehicle is also energized in case of any air leaks
that may allow the system to turn on and drain your battery during periods when the vehicle
might remain parked. This is especially important when using a small reservoir, as is supplied
with all Escapade Heavy Duty/Constant Duty Compact OBA Kits.
7. Ensure that the drain valve located on the underside of the Escapade Heavy Duty/Constant Duty
Compact OBA reservoir is closed.
8. When power is made available to the Escapade Heavy Duty/Constant Duty Compact OBA the
system will automatically turn on and ll the reservoir tank.
9. When the cuto pressure of the Escapade Heavy Duty/Constant Duty Compact OBA has been
reached, the system will shut o automatically.
10. Inspect all air line connections for leaks with soap and water solution. If a leak is detected, the
connection may not be made properly. Re-do any connections that are leaking. The use of
thread locker is recommended for all ttings. (Avoid the use of thread tape).
ESCAPADE HEAVY DUTY/CONSTANT DUTY COMPACT OBA KIT COMPONENTS LIST:
Qty. 1: 400/450C equipped with Thermal Overload Protector
Qty. 1: Extruded Aluminum Air Tank
Qty. 1: Pre-installed 175 PSI Safety Valve
Qty. 1: Pre-installed 1/8" NPT Drain Cock
Qty. 1: Pre-installed 110/145 PSI Sealed Pressure Switch
Qty. 8: Pre-installed 1/4" NPT Recessed Port Plugs
Qty. 1: Pre-installed Quick Connect Coupler
Qty. 2: 1/4" NPT to 1/8" BSP Adapters
Qty. 1: 1/4" NPT M Barbed Fitting for 3/8" Air Line (For Remote Mount Air Filter Installation)
Qty. 1: 1/4" NPT F Barbed Fitting for 3/8" Air Line (For Remote Mount Air Filter Installation)
Qty. 1: Coiled Air Line (For Remote Mount Air Filter Installation)
Qty. 1: Air Filter Housing
Qty. 2: Replacement Air Filter Elements
Qty. 1: Mounting Hardware
Qty. 1: Ination Kit w/ 2.5" Tire Gun, 160 PSI, 30' Hose, Carry Bag
Qty. 1: Rubber-Tipped Blow Gun (1/4" Quick Connect Stud)
Qty. 1: 20ft. Freeze Resistant 12-Gauge Wire

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. IMPORTANT: Always operate the compressor at or below the MAXIMUM PRESSURE RATING of
the compressor. Please refer to Application & Specications Sections of this manual for details.
2. Always observe the MAXIMUM DUTY CYCLE of the air compressor. Refer to Compressor
Applications and Specications Sections of this manual for details. Operation exceeding
maximum pressure ratings and/or duty cycle will result in damage to the air compressor.
3. Your air compressor is equipped with an AUTOMATIC THERMAL OVERLOAD PROTECTOR.
This feature is designed to protect the air compressor from overheating and causing permanent
damage to your air compressor. The thermal overload protector will automatically cut power to
your air compressor should the internal operating temperature of the air compressor rise above
safe levels during excessive use.
4. Should at any time during use, your air compressor automatically shuts o unexpectedly; do not
attempt to restart it. Turn o power and allow unit to cool for at least 30 minutes. This will allow
the Thermal Overload Protector to reset so you can safely resume use of the air compressor.
5. To prevent discharge of your vehicle's battery, and enhance performance, keep the vehicle's
engine running while using the compressor.
6. Only operate compressor in well ventilated areas.
NOTE: Your Escapade Heavy Duty/Constant Duty Compact OBA Systems are equipped with a
sealed pressure switch. Due to manufacturing tolerances, a variance of +/- 5% is possible for turn
on & o pressures. This is not a manufacturing defect, and will not aect the operation of air lockers,
nor the ability of the OBA Kit to inate tires.
MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS
1. Periodically check all electrical and ttings connections. Clean and tighten as needed.
2. Periodically check all mounting screws. Tighten as needed.
3. Replace air lter element periodically. Replacement frequency depends on operating frequency
and operating environment. For frequent use in dusty environment, you should replace air lter
element more oft.n.
4. Regularly clean dust and dirt from compressor cooling ns and/or motor housing.
5. Your air compressor is equipped with a permanently lubricated, maintenance-free motor. Never try to
lubricate the compressor.
6. All repairs should be performed by Manufacturer or Manufacturer's Authorized Service Agencies only.
7. For complete information regarding VIAIR®Warranty, please visit: www.VIAIRcorp.com/warranty
CAUTION:
Never touch the air compressor or ttings connected to the air compressor, with bare hands during
or immediately after use. The ttings connected may become very HOT during and after use. If
necessary, wear heat resistant gloves to handle ttings and coil hose.

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SPECIFICATIONS
• 50001 – Escapade Heavy Duty Compact OBA: 110/145 PSI (CE Certied)
Motor Voltage: 12-Volts
Max. Current Consumption: 30-Amps
Recommended Fuse: 40-Amps
Motor Type: Permanent Magnetic
Horsepower: 1/4
Max. Working Pressure: 150 PSI
Max. Duty Cycle (@72°F & 100 PSI): 33%
min.tes On/O (@72ºF & 100 PSI): 20 On/ 40 O
Max. Ambient Temperature: 158°F
min. Ambient Temperature: -40°F
Auto. Reset Thermal Protection: Yes
Ingress Protection Rating: IP67
• 50003 – Escapade Constant Duty Compact OBA: 110/145 PSI (CE Certied)
Motor Voltage: 12-Volts
Max. Current Consumption: 23-Amps
Recommended Fuse: 30-Amps
Motor Type: Permanent Magnetic
Horsepower: 1/4
Max. Working Pressure: 150 PSI
Max. Duty Cycle (@72ºF & 100 PSI): 100%
min.tes On/O (@72ºF & 100 PSI): Continuous
Max. Ambient Temperature: 158°F
min. Ambient Temperature: -40°F
Auto. Reset Thermal Protection: Yes
Ingress Protection Rating: IP67
ABOUT COMPRESSOR DUTY CYCLE:
Duty cycle refers to the amount of time a compressor can be
operated in a given time period at 100 PSI, and a standard ambient temperature of 72° F. It is
commonly expressed in percentage format: Compressor on time ÷ (on time + o time) = Duty Cycle%.
ONE-HOUR DUTY CYCLE MINUTES ON /
(100 PSI @ 72°F) MINUTES OFF
9% 5 min. On / 55 min. O
10% 6 min. On / 54 min. O
15% 9 min. On / 51 min. O
20% 12 min. On / 48 min. O
25% 15 min. On / 45 min. O
30% 18 min. On / 42 min. O
33% 20 min. On / 40 min. O
50% 30 min. On / 30 min. O
100% 1 Hour Run Time
NOTE: All compressors, regardless of rated duty cycle, require sucient rest time in between cycles
to allow for partial or complete heat dissipation. Heat dissipation rates may vary depending on
ambient temperatures and operating conditions.
ABOUT RATED WORKING PRESSURE:
To ensure trouble free service life of your compressor, always operate compressor within rated
working pressure of the compressor. Never use a pressure switch with a higher cut-o pressure than
compressor's rated working pressure.

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TIRE INFLATION GUN OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Your Escapade HD/CD Onboard Air System also comes with a Tire Ination Gun for airing up tires
and adding compressed air to any inatable items with a valve stem.
1. Using the Tire Ination Gun:
Using a 1/4" Quick Connect Coupler, connect the Tire Ination Gun to an air hose and connect to a
tire valve stem or similar ination collar by securing the folding lever on the Ination Gun air chuck.
2. Filling Tires and other Inatable Items:
Squeeze the Ination Trigger on the Ination Gun by pressing it towards the handle of the gun. This
will allow stored air from the air tank to ow through the gun and through the chuck into your tire or
other inatable items.
3. Checking Tire Pressure:
To check tire pressure, release Ination Trigger on Ination Gun and allow the needle of the 0-160
PSI gauge to settle. Tire pressure will be able to be read only when the ination trigger is released.
WARNING:
- Never operate the Ination Gun at any pressure exceeding 160 PSI.
- Use caution when attaching or removing air chuck from valve stems.
- Always ensure that tire valve stems are tight before inating tires.
- Be careful to never inate any tire or other inatable items past its rated pressure to avoid
explosion, possible injury, or death.
Please Note: Not intended for use with regular portable compressors or units meant to be operated
with an open ended air chuck. The Tire Ination Gun is equipped with a close ended chuck and will
hold pressure back, which could cause the hose to burst.
VIAIR TIRE INFLATION GUN
Bleeder Valve
Quick Connect Stud
Inflation Trigger
0-160 PSI Gauge
Lever Air Chuck

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE:
CAUTION: NEVER DISASSEMBLE COMPRESSOR WHILE
COMPRESSOR IS PRESSURIZED.
PROBLEM: POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION
Tank pressure drops when
compressor(s) shut o
1. Loose drain cock
2. Check valve leaking
3. Loose connections
1. Tighten drain cock
2. Replace check valve or
compressor(s)
3. Check all connections with
soap and water solution and
tighten
Compressor runs
continuously and air ow
lower than normal
1. Excessive air usage
2. Loose connections
3. Worn piston ring or inlet
valve.
4. Clogged air lter element
1. Decrease air usage
2. Check all connections with
soap and water solution and
tighten.
3. Repair or replace compressor
4. Replace air lter element
Compressor runs
continuously causing safety
valve (if equipped) to open
1. Bad pressure switch
2. Defective safety valve
1. Replace pressure switch
2. Replace safety valve
Excessive moisture in
discharge
1. Excessive water in air tank
2. High humidity
1. Drain tank, tilt tank to drain.
Drain tank more frequently
2. Move compressor to area
with less humidity, or use air
line lter.
Compressor will not run 1. No power, or power switch
in OFF position
2. Blown fuse
3. Motor overheats
4. Faulty pressure switch.
1. Make sure compressor
switch is ON
2. Disconnect compressors
from power source, replace
fuse. (Refer to Specications
section for correct fuse-
Amperage.)
3. Let compressors cool o for
about 30 minutes to allow
thermal overload switch reset.
4. Replace pressure switch
Thermal overload protector
cuts out repeatedly
1. Lack of proper ventilation or
ambient temperature too high
2. Compressor valves failed
1. Move compressor to well
ventilated area, or area with
lower ambient temperature
2. Repair or replace compressor
Excessive knocking or
rattling
1. Loose mounting bolts
2. Worn bearing on eccentric or
motor shaft
3. Cylinder or piston ring is worn
1. Tighten mounting bolts
2. Repair or replace
compressor
3. Repair or replace
compressor

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Amp Draw
Length of wire from battery to
compressor (in feet)
5 10 15 20
5 16 16 16 14
10 16 14 12 10
15 16 12 10 10
20 14 10 10 8
25 14 10 8 6
30 12 10 8 6
40 12 8 6 6
50 10 6 6 4
60 10 6 4 4
WIRE GAUGE GUIDE 12-VOLT:
+-
Battery
Fuse Harness (+)
To Keyed
Power Source
87
86
30
85
12V 40A
Relay
R3-092421 | © VIAIR Corporation
Wire Reference:
30 - (Red)
85 - (White)
86 - (Black)
87 - (Blue)
WIRE REFERENCE:
30 (Red)
85 (White)
86 (Black)
87 (Blue)
LIMITED WARRANTY:
VIAIR®Corporation warrants this product, when properly installed and under normal conditions of use, to be free from defects in
workmanship and materials for a period of one year from its original date of purchase. To receive warranty service or repair, please
contact VIAIR®Corporation.
Returns should be made within one year of the date of purchase, after a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number has been
assigned by VIAIR®Corporation. To obtain RGA, fax a copy of your receipt to [phone]. For complete warranty details, please
visit: www.viaircorp.com/warranty
PLEASE NOTE:
THIS WARRANTY COVERS PRODUCT DEFECTS ONLY; IT DOES NOT COVER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
AS RESULT OF MISUSE OR ABUSE.
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