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OWNERS MANUAL 

 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

Safety Precautions……………..……………………….…………………………………………………....…Page 2 

Diffuser Installation……………..……………………………………………………………………………….Page 3 

Compressor Connections………………………………………………….………………………………......Page 4 

No Cabinet (NC) System Installation………….………….…………………………..………….………......Page 6 

Base Mount Cabinet Installation………………………………………………...….……….……………......Page 7 

Post Mount Cabinet Installation………………………………...........................………………………......Page 8 

Remote Manifold Installation……..………………………………………………………………….……......Page 9 

Startup Procedure……………………………………...…………………………………………………...…Page 11 

Winter Warning………………………………….………...………………………………...……………...…Page 11 

Maintenance……………………………….…………………...……………………………………………...Page 11 

Troubleshooting…………………………….…………………...……………………………..……………...Page 12 

Warranty………………………………….……………………...…….……………………………..………..Page 13

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Safety Precautions 

 

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Caution should be used when dealing with any electrical equipment. 

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Caution should be used around water. 

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Running the system in below freezing conditions may create open areas of water at the diffuser 

locations and thin ice in the surrounding area. 

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System owner will assume all risks with operating the Robust-Aire System during winter months. Some 

areas require warning signs to be posted, check your local laws and ordinances. 

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Do not use boats that tip easily for installation, such as a canoe, and follow all boating safety rules and 

regulations, including wearing a PFD. (Personal Flotation Device) 

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Consult a qualified electrician for electrical installation. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Robust-Aire RA1

Page 1: ...Robust Aire Owner s Manual 800 Deere Rd Prescott WI 54021 715 262 4488 sales kascomarine com kascomarine com PN 772155 Rev 6 2020 ...

Page 2: ... when dealing with any electrical equipment Caution should be used around water Running the system in below freezing conditions may create open areas of water at the diffuser locations and thin ice in the surrounding area System owner will assume all risks with operating the Robust Aire System during winter months Some areas require warning signs to be posted check your local laws and ordinances D...

Page 3: ...ect any number of 100 lengths together and have someone assist in feeding it from shore The excess tubing can then be cut off at shore before connecting to the compressor 4 Drop loose end of the tubing near the compressor cabinet Allow a few extra feet of tubing to work with so the tube will reach the cabinet after trenching between the shore and the compressor 5 Drive the boat in reverse to avoid...

Page 4: ... x 3 4 bolt 4 10 split washer 4 10 Nut 1 3 length of 3 8 hose 3 Hose Clamp 1 Intake Hose 1 Intake Block 1 Filter Minder 1 Air Filter Parts included in RA H 2 NC Systems 2 Robust Aire Diffuser Assembly 2 3 8 x 100 SureSink Tubing w fitting kit 1 Single Head Compressor 3 NPT x 3 8 barb brass elbow 4 Compressor Vibration Isolation Feet 4 Flat Washer 4 Lock Nut 1 Cooling fan assembly either 115V with ...

Page 5: ...ureSink Tubing w fitting kit 2 Double Head Compressor 4 NPT x 3 8 barb brass elbow 8 Compressor Vibration Isolation Feet 8 Flat Washer 8 Lock Nut 2 Cooling fan assembly either 115V with plug or 230V without plug 8 10 x 3 4 bolt 8 10 split washer 8 10 Nut 6 Hose clamp 1 Intake Hose 1 Intake Block 1 Filter Minder 1 Air Filter 2 Two or Three Station Manifold Assembly 4 Manifold Mounting Screw Install...

Page 6: ...w easy mounting to a wall floor or bench After the proper location has been determined use the following diagrams to complete the installation 120V compressors are supplied with a NEMA 5 15 plug 240V compressors are supplied with flying leads The leads can be hard wired into 240V service or an appropriate plug can be installed Kasco recommends that the site service providing system power have a hu...

Page 7: ...ents will not be blocked as air flow is required to keep the compressor from over heating The assembly can be placed directly on the ground or attached to a concrete pad The bottom flanges have holes which can be used to anchor the cabinet The cabinet should be placed adjacent to the electrical service which will power the system The cabinet has 6 foot power cord s with plugs DO NOT USE EXTENSION ...

Page 8: ...post mount cabinet Drill 2 3 16 holes vertically spaced 2 3 8 apart Install 1 lag screw into the wall or post leaving the hex head out about using a standard 7 16 socket wrench Hang the cabinet from this screw using the bottom key hole slot in the cabinet a second person may be needed to help hold the cabinet Install the second lag screw in the top mounting hole Tighten both lag screws ...

Page 9: ... to 8 deep For two or three station valve manifolds excavate an area large enough to bury the included valve box An area at least 18 wide by 25 long x 13 deep will be needed Dig the area deeper and add crushed rock to allow for needed drainage CAUTION In northern climates where the ground freezes during the winter be sure there are no high or low spots in the PVC air line Condensation in the air l...

Page 10: ...hat can be harmful to fish Also the colder bottom water often has little or no dissolved oxygen present A simple test for thermal stratification is to place a thermometer into the body of water and gradually check for temperature change from top to bottom of the lake or pond Measuring temperature every two feet of depth is adequate Keep the thermometer at each depth long enough for a temperature t...

Page 11: ... a minimum of 3 feet into the water at low water level Using closed cell polyurethane foam to insulate will prevent ice buildup in the lines Ice buildup can block the flow of air to your diffuser and can cause damage to your compressor Insulation should pass through the ice into open water below Moving the diffusers closer to shore in winter will allow a small area of the shoreline to remain open ...

Page 12: ...ed replacement Please contact Kasco or your distributor if problems persist Warranty Diffuser Assembly 5 years Teich Aire compressor 2 years Exterior Cabinet 5 years SureSink Tubing 10 years Kasco Marine Inc warrants this Robust Aire System to be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service The Kasco Marine Inc obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing or ...

Page 13: ...the customer s expense Kasco will return units repaired under warranty at our expense via ground freight within the continental United States Other Repairs Failed equipment can be repaired often at substantially lower costs than replacement Please ship according to above instructions Contact Kasco for updated information and or repair form Kasco Marine does estimates on repairs at the customer s r...

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