Mounting the PREDATAIR in an enclosure (Figure 4) will limit the
access to ambient air, restrict the escape of hot air from around
the unit and have an adverse effect on cooling. Make sure that
adequate ventilation is provided so the cooling system will
function properly (i.e. a pull-out drawer).
Top mount
Enclosed mount
Figure 4 – Mounting locations
It is not possible to make absolute recommendations regarding
ventilation because of the widely differing circumstances that are
possible. Duty cycle, ambient temperature and enclosure shape
are some of the important variables.
Significant ventilation and additional cooling will be
required if the PREDATAIR is mounted in the same
enclosure as the hydraulic oil reservoir. The heat
generated during operation will continue to heat the
hydraulic oil, even with fresh, ambient air entering
the
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cooler
Ideal ventilation will provide good airflow through the unit with no
restrictions Cool ambient air ducted to the cooler and installing an
exhaust fan to remove hot air are recommended.
If the PREDATAIR is mounted inside a service body with a door
that needs to be manually opened to provide ventilation, install a
switch on the door so that the compressor will only operate when
the door is open (Figure 5) or the pull-out drawer is extended.
Battery
Relay
PREDATAIR60
Remote switch
Door switch
Figure 5 – Door switch
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