VIAIR 30031 User manual
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product read and understand the contents of this
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USER MANUAL
30031 – TLC BOOST AIR SOURCE KIT
42041 – TLC BOOST XL AIR SOURCE KIT
PN 30031
TLC BOOST/BOOST XL AIR SOURCE KIT
USER MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION - To reduce risk of electrical shock:
- Do not disassemble or attempt to repair or modify unit while it is still connected to the vehicle.
- Do not use this product in 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:
- Close supervision is necessary when this compressor is being used near children. Never allow a
child to operate this compressor.
- This compressor will become very HOT during and immediately after use. Do not touch any parts
with bare hands, other than the ON/OFF switch during and immediately after use.
- Donotusethisproductnearamesorexplosivematerialsorwhereaerosolproductsarebeing
used.
- Donotoperatethisproductwhereoxygenisbeingadministered.
- Do not pump anything other than atmospheric air.
- Never use this product while sleepy or drowsy.
- Donotuseanytoolsorattachmentswithoutrstdeterminingmaximumairpressureforthattool
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
automaticallyrestartafterthethermalprotectorresets.Alwayscutopowersourcewhenthermal
protector becomes activated.
- Use only in well ventilated areas.
- Afteruse,alwaysreleaseexcesspressurefromthecoilhoseandtank.Turnotheunitandwith
theinatorstillconnectedtothehose,pullthetriggertoreleaseexcesspressure.
TLC BOOST/BOOST XL AIR SOURCE KIT COMPONENTS LIST:
Please familiarize yourself with the components list in this manual before you begin to use your
compressor.
A. TLC BOOST/BOOST XL Compressor
B.TLCInatorwith120PSIgauge(BOOST)or160PSIgauge(BOOSTXL)
C. Rebuildable Presta Head attachment
D. 90-Degree Twist-on Schrader attachment
E. Blow Gun
F. 2-Pin SAE connector attachment with Terminal Rings
G AirFilterhousingwith(2)replacementairlterelements
H. 30ft. Inside Braided Coil Hose
I. Inationtipskit
A. B.
C. D.
F. G. H. I.
E.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CONNECTING TO THE BATTERY USING THE 2-PIN SAE TERMINAL RINGS
The Terminal Rings allow you to mount the compressor permanently to a vehicle and also provide a more
practical way of using it as a portable. Do not connect the Red Terminal Ring to any power source other
thanthePositive(+)Terminalofyourvehicle’sbattery.
a.Makesurethevehicle’sengineandignitionareo.
b.InstalltheRedTerminalRingonthePositive(+)terminalpostofyourbattery,thiscanbedoneby
removing the nut that holds the clamp in place, installing the terminal ring, and re-tightening the
nut.Refertoyourvehicle’sowner’smanualforhelpifneeded.
c.InstalltheBlackTerminalRingontheNegative(-)terminalpostofyourbatteryorother
ground source.
d. Connect compressor power cord to the 2-Pin SAE terminal.
MOUNTING THE COMPRESSOR
a.Usingthehardwareprovided,mountthetankonaFLAT,UPRIGHT,ANDSECURElocation.
b.Routethecompressor’spowercordtotheterminalringsandconnectusingthe2-PinSAEplug.
c.Ifit’snecessarytomountthecompressorinaplacebeyondthepowercord’sreachtothe
Terminal Ring attachment, refer to the amp draw chart on the last page of this manual and use
appropriategaugewiretoextendyourbatteryTerminalRingattachments.Whenindoubt,always
usethenextlargerwiresize.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
a.Ifmountingintheenginecompartment,openyourhoodtoallowmaximumcoolingofthe
compressor unit during prolonged use. The cooler the ambient temperature, the less chance the
compressor will overheat.
b.Thiscompressorismoisture&dustresistant,butNOTDIRTORWATERPROOF.Donotmount
compressorinlocationswheretheunitislikelytocomeincontactwiththeelements.
OPERATING THE COMPRESSOR
Toavoiddrainingyourbatteryandassurethecompressorisgettingtheproperamperage,makesure
yourvehicle’sengineisrunningduringoperation,especiallyifusingforaprolongedperiodoftime.
Makesuretheairlterisinstalled,asthisisavitalcomponenttothelongevityofyourcompressor.
a.ConnecttheCoilHoseStudtotheQuickConnectCoupleronyourTLCBOOST/BOOSTXLtank.
ThiscanbedonebysimplypushingtheStudintotheQuickConnectCoupler.
b.ConnecttheTLCInatororBlowGuntotheotherendoftheCoilHose.
c.TurnonyourTLCBOOST/BOOSTXLbyippingtheswitchtotheON(I)position.
d.Thecompressorwillstartrunningandautomaticallyshutowhenthereservoirhasbeenlledto
maxpressure,thiscantakeupto3minutesdependingonwhatmodelyouhave.
e.You’renowreadytoperformyourpneumatictasks!
f. Whendoneusing,disconnecttheCoilHosebypullingbackontheQuick-ConnectCouplercollar.
Be sure to hold the hose as built-up pressure can cause a slight burst during removal.
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USING THE TLC TIRE INFLATOR
1. ConnectingtheTLCinator:
SelectaninationattachmentandconnectittotheTLCInatorQuick-ConnectCoupler.Then,
connecttheInatortoanairhosebyinsertingtheQuick-ConnectStudintotheairhosecoupler.
2. Inating/DeatingTires:
Toinate,squeezetheInationTriggerbypressingittowardsthehandleoftheinator,thiswill
allowairtoowintothetire.Todeate,presstheBleederValvelocatedonthesideofthebody,
this will release air from the tire.
3. Checking Tire Pressure:
Tochecktirepressureafterination/deation,simplyreleasetheInationTriggerortheBleeder
Valve. This will allow the needle in the gauge to settle and show the accurate pressure reading.
YoucanalsochecktirepressurebysimplyconnectingtheTLCInatortoatirevalvestem.
4. Storage:
AlwaysstoretheTLCInatorinthecarrybagprovidedtoprotectitfromimpactordamage.
WARNING:
•Neveroperateatanypressureexceedingthemaxreadingonthegauge.
•Usecautionwhenattachingorremovingairchuckfromvalvestems.
•Alwaysensurethattirevalvestemsaretightbeforeinating.
• Neverinateanytireorotherinatablepastitsratedpressuretoavoidexplosion,possibleinjuryordeath.
WARNING:Notintendedforusewithregularportablecompressors(unitsmeanttobeoperated
withanopen-endedairchuck).TheTLCInatorisequippedwithaclose-endedquickcoupler
(willholdpressureback).
REBUILDABLEPRESTAHEAD
Overtime,tubelesssealantcanclogtheinternalsoftheInatorandmakeithardtosetupyour
tires.That’swhywedesignedthePrestaHeadattachmenttobeeasilyrebuildable,soyoucan
cleanitperiodicallyandmaintainmaximumperformance.Refertothediagrambelowforassembly
instructions.
Bleeder Valve
Quick Connect Stud
Inflation Trigger
Quick Connect
Coupler
Gauge
*Tolerance: ±3%
HEAD CAP
3MM O-RING
HEAD
1MM O-RING
QUICKCONNECTSTUD(M)
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COMPRESSOR MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS
a.DrainCoilHoseandtankaftereachuse.
b.Replacecompressorairlterelementperiodically.Replacementfrequencydependsonoperating
frequency and operating environment. For frequent use in dusty environment, we recommend that
youreplaceairlterelementatleastonceamonth.
c.Regularlycleandustanddirtfromcompressorcoolingnsand/ormotorhousing.
d. Your air compressor is equipped with a permanently lubricated, maintenance-free motor. Never
try to lubricate the compressor.
e.AllrepairsshouldbeperformedbyManufacturerorManufacturer’sAuthorizedService
Agencies only.
f. ForcompleteinformationregardingVIAIRWarranty,pleasevisit:www.viaircorp.com/warranty
SPECIFICATIONS
30031–TLCBOOSTAIRSOURCEKIT:(CECertied)
TankSize: 1.5gallon
Motor Voltage: 12-Volts
Max.CurrentConsumption: 30-Amps
Recommended Fuse: 40-Amps
Motor Type: Permanent Magnetic
Max.WorkingPressure: 120PSI*
Max.DutyCycle(@72°F&100PSI): 33%
MinutesOn/O(@72ºF&100PSI): 20On/40O
Max.AmbientTemperature: 158°F
Min.AmbientTemperature: -40°F
Auto. Reset Thermal Protection: Yes
IngressProtectionRating: IP54
42041–TLCBOOSTXLAIRSOURCEKIT:(CECertied)
TankSize: 2.0gallon
Motor Voltage: 12-Volts
Max.CurrentConsumption: 30-Amps
Recommended Fuse: 40-Amps
Motor Type: Permanent Magnetic
Max.WorkingPressure: 150PSI*
Max.DutyCycle(@72°F&100PSI): 33%
MinutesOn/O(@72ºF&100PSI): 20On/40O
Max.AmbientTemperature: 158°F
Min.AmbientTemperature: -40°F
Auto. Reset Thermal Protection: Yes
IngressProtectionRating: IP54
* Donotexceedcompressor’smaxworkingpressuretopreventdamagetothecompressor.
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PERFORMANCEDATATLCBOOST(PN30031)
PSI CFM A BAR LPM A
0 2.30 17 065.0 17
10 1.94 21 1.0 52.6 22
20 1.76 23 2.0 46.3 24
30 1.62 24 3.0 40.5 26
40 1.48 25 4.0 35.7 27
50 1.34 27 5.0 31.0 27
60 1.24 27 6.0 26.6 28
70 1.13 27 7.0 23.6 29
80 0.99 28 8.0 19.1 30
90 0.92 28 9.0 15.8 29
100 0.85 29 10.0 14.0 28
110 0.74 30
120 0.63 30
130 0.56 29
140 0.53 28
150 0.46 27
PERFORMANCEDATATLCBOOSTXL(PN42041)
PSI CFM A BAR LPM A
02.62 16 074 16
10 2.39 18 1.0 65 20
20 2.21 20 2.0 60 23
30 2.11 22 3.0 56 25
40 2.01 24 4.0 53 27
50 1.93 25 5.0 49 28
60 1.84 26 6.0 46 28
70 1.73 27 7.0 42 28
80 1.65 27 8.0 38 28
90 1.52 27 9.0 35 27
100 1.45 27 10.0 31 27
110 1.35 27
120 1.26 27
130 1.19 27
140 1.08 27
150 1.01 26
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TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE:
Tankpressuredropswhen
compressor(s)shuto
1.Loosedraincock
2. Loose connections
1.Tightendraincock
2.Checkallconnectionswith
soap and water solution
and tighten
Compressor runs
continuouslyandairow
lower than normal
1.Excessiveairusage
2. Loose connections
3.Wornpistonringorinlet
valve.
4.Cloggedairlterelement
1. Decrease air usage
2.Checkallconnectionswith
soap and water solution
and tighten.
3. Replace compressor
4.Replaceairlterelement
Compressor runs
continuously causing
safetyvalve(ifequipped)
to open
1. Defective pressure switch
2. Defective safety valve
1. Replace pressure switch
2. Replace safety valve
Excessivemoisturein
discharge
1.Excessivewaterinairtank
2. High humidity
1.Draintank,tilttanktodrain.
Draintankmorefrequently
2. Move compressor to area
with less humidity, or use air
linelter.
Compressor will not run 1. No power, or power switch
in OFF position
2. Blown fuse
3. Motor overheats
4. Pressure switch failure
1.Makesurecompressor
switch is ON
2.Disconnectcompressor(s)
from power source, replace
fuse.(RefertoSpecications
section for correct
amperagerating)
3.Letcompressorscoolofor
about 30 minutes to allow
thermal overload switch to reset.
4. Replace pressure switch
Thermaloverload protector
cuts out repeatedly
1.Lackofproperventilationor
ambient temperature is 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
knockingorrattling
1. Loose or damaged
mounting feet
2.Wornbearingoneccentricor
motor shaft
3. Cylinder or piston ring is worn
1. Replace mounting feet
2. Replace bearing or
piston assembly
3. Replace piston or compressor
CAUTION:NEVERDISASSEMBLESYSTEMWHILETANK
ANDCOMPRESSORISPRESSURIZED.
PROBLEM: POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION
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LIMITEDWARRANTY:
VIAIR® Corporation warrants this product, when properly installed and under normal conditions of use, to be free from defects in
workmanshipandmaterialsforaperiodofoneyearfromitsoriginaldateofpurchase.Toreceivewarrantyserviceorrepair,please
contact VIAIR® Corporation.
Returnsshouldbemadewithinoneyearofthedateofpurchase,afteraReturnGoodsAuthorization(RGA)numberhasbeenassigned
by VIAIR® Corporation. For complete warranty details, please visit: www.viaircorp.com/warranty
PLEASE NOTE:
THISWARRANTYCOVERSPRODUCTDEFECTSONLY;ITDOESNOTCOVERINCIDENTALORCONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES
AS RESULT OF MISUSE OR ABUSE.
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theManual.UsersmustbeawarethatupdatesandamendmentswillbemadefromtimetotimetotheManual.Itistheuser’s
responsibility to determine whether there have been any such updates or amendments. Neither VIAIR® noranyofitsdirectors,ocers,
employeesoragentsshallbeliableincontract,tortorinanyothermannerwhatsoevertoanypersonforanyloss,damage,injury,
liability,costorexpenseofanynature,includingwithoutlimitationincidental,special,directorconsequentialdamagesarisingoutofor
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ABOUTCOMPRESSORDUTYCYCLE:
Duty cycle refers to the amount of time a compressor can be
operatedinagiventimeperiodat100PSI,andastandardambienttemperatureof72°F.Itis
commonlyexpressedinpercentageformat:Compressorontime÷(ontime+otime)=DutyCycle%.
ONE-HOURDUTYCYCLE MINUTESON/
(100PSI@72°F) MINUTES OFF
9% 5Min.On/55Min.O
10% 6Min.On/54Min.O
15% 9Min.On/51Min.O
20% 12Min.On/48Min.O
25% 15Min.On/45Min.O
30% 18Min.On/42Min.O
33% 20Min.On/40Min.O
50% 30Min.On/30Min.O
100% 1 Hour Run Time
NOTE:Allcompressors,regardlessofrateddutycycle,requiresucientresttimeinbetweencycles
to allow for partial or complete heat dissipation. Heat dissipation rates may vary depending on
ambient temperatures and operating conditions.
ABOUTRATEDWORKINGPRESSURE:
To ensure trouble free service life of your compressor, always operate compressor within rated
workingpressureofthecompressor.Neveruseapressureswitchwithahighercut-opressure
thancompressor’sratedworkingpressure.
WIREGAUGEGUIDE12-VOLT:
Amp Draw
Length of wire from battery to
compressor(infeet)
510 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
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