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ROTARY SCREW AIR COMPRESSOR

OPERATOR’S MANUAL & PARTS LIST

P/N: 090058-OP_r0

Effective Date:

August-2014

NOTE

Use only Vanair Vanguard™ 

Premium Synthetic Oil and 

Genuine Vanair Parts. Inspect 

and replace damaged 

components before operation. 

Substituting non-Vanguard™ 

Oil or non-genuine Vanair filter 

components WILL VOID THE 
COMPRESSOR WARRANTY! 

Vanair Manufacturing, Inc.

10896 West 300 North

Michigan City, IN 46360

Phone: (219) 879-5100

            (800) 526-8817

Service Fax: (219) 879-5335

Parts Fax: (219) 879-5340

Sales Fax: (219) 879-5800

www.vanair.com

KEEP THE MANUAL

WITH THE VEHICLE

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

Making unauthorized 

modifications to the system 

components WILL VOID THE 

WARRANTY!

Always inform Vanair 

Manufacturing, Inc., before 

beginning any changes to the 

Viper Diesel system.

NOTE

This publication contains the 

latest information available at 
the time of preparation. Every 

effort has been made to ensure 

accuracy. However, Vanair 

Manufacturing, Inc. takes no 

responsibility for errors or 

consequential damages 

caused by reliance on the 

information contained herein.

Vanair Manufacturing, Inc. 
reserves the right to make 

design change modifications 

or improvements without prior 

notification.

©2014 Vanair Manufacturing, Inc.

All rights reserved.

Summary of Contents for Viper Series

Page 1: ...operating or servicing this equipment Failure to comply with the operation and maintenance instructions in this manual WILL VOID THE EQUIPMENT WARRANTY NOTE Making unauthorized modifications to the s...

Page 2: ...e 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 expre...

Page 3: ...GERS WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND NOTES 1 1 3 SUMMARY OF DANGERS WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND NOTES 1 1 3 1 DANGERS 1 1 3 2 WARNINGS 1 1 3 3 CAUTIONS 2 1 3 4 SAFETY DECALS 3 1 4 DISPOSING OF MACHINE FLUIDS 3 SECTIO...

Page 4: ...N 13 4 6 3 ADJUSTING USER SETTINGS 13 4 6 3 1 PARAMETERS 13 4 6 3 2 AUTO SHUTDOWN 13 4 6 3 3 AUTO CRANK 13 4 6 3 4 SLEEP STATE TIMER 13 4 6 4 SETTING PRESSURE 13 4 6 5 SAFETY 13 4 6 6 SERVICE INTERVAL...

Page 5: ...LE 6 3D HIGH DUST CONTENT OPERATION 31 6 3 5 HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION 32 SECTION 7 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 33 7 1 PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURE 33 TABLE 7A RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST 34 TABLE 7B MACHINE OP...

Page 6: ...TABLE OF CONTENTS DIESEL VIPER PAGE IV 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 BLANK PAGE VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com...

Page 7: ...pressure readings and also the number of operational hours available Note that the above information will also need to be included on the Return Material Authorization Form per Step 6 this form is nec...

Page 8: ...warranty must have the RMA number on the invoice at the time of purchase No items can be returned freight collect Freight costs will be addressed at the time the claim is closed The customer pays any...

Page 9: ...d follow the given instructions or indications to avoid any possible hazard 1 3 SUMMARY OF WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND NOTES These boxed inserts are placed throughout this manual in the sections where they...

Page 10: ...OT operate the compressor with any guards removed or damaged or other safety devices inoperative DO NOT operate the compressor in enclosed or confined spaces where ventilation is restricted or closed...

Page 11: ...T install safety devices and or replacement parts other than authorized Vanair replacement parts Keep personnel out of line with and away from discharge opening of valves hoses and tools Immediately c...

Page 12: ...SECTION 1 SAFETY VIPER DIESEL PAGE 4 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 BLANK PAGE VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com...

Page 13: ...pecification and requirements regarding the Kubota 25 HP Diesel Engine refer to the Engine Operator s Manual IMPORTANT Do not adjust the engine speed without first consulting the Vanair Service Depart...

Page 14: ...ubota 25 HP Diesel Engine refer to the Engine Operator s Manual IMPORTANT Do not adjust the engine speed without first consulting the Vanair Service Department refer to Section 5 5 1 II Vanair recomme...

Page 15: ...9 inches from mounting surface and a clear passage for service allowance to the maintenance access panel located at the back 3 Mounting surface or support should be adequate for the weight of the mac...

Page 16: ...p ties that were cut to re establish the cable wire to the new location Tying the wire at intervals may be needed to secure the panel cable away from moving objects or sharp edges during operation Fig...

Page 17: ...817 www vanair com Figure 3 1 Dimension Diagram Part 2 of 2 050848_r1_2of2 NOTE The dimensions listed in this diagram are the minimum required clearance distances needed for properly cooling the machi...

Page 18: ...T N COOLER ASSEMBLY COM PRESSOR OIL COOLER X COMPRESSOR OIL DRAIN OUTLET TUBE E PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE P ENGINE OIL FILTER Y COMPRESSOR OIL LEVEL SIGHT GLASS F COMPRESSOR OIL FILTER Q RADIATOR FILL POR...

Page 19: ...CTOR ROCKER SWITCH The scroll selector rocker switch allows the operator to navigate through the settings and displays related to the machine s functions during operation 4 2 3 ON AND STOP SELECTION K...

Page 20: ...for one 1 second to start Engine cranking sequence 5 Allow the machine to warm up sufficiently before operating 4 6 CONTROLLER GUIDE Refer to Figure 4 2 for controller panel display features The elec...

Page 21: ...ameter 2 Press ON START to select a parameter to adjust 3 Use the Up and Down buttons to cycle between available settings 4 Press ON START to confirm the parameter setting This will return view access...

Page 22: ...t engine exhaust and cooling air will generate high heat 4 Be sure to leave sufficient room around the machine for cooling air See Figure 3 1 5 Operate machine with top cover closed to avoid engine ex...

Page 23: ...ps during periods of maintenance disconnect the positive cable to the battery terminal and place the wire aside or tape the contact end so that it cannot accidentally contact the battery post NOTE Ope...

Page 24: ...d in Section 5 3 5 3A for compressor 5 3B for engine to assist the customer in establishing a maintenance routine log For assistance in obtaining routine maintenance or replacement parts consult Secti...

Page 25: ...glass Add as necessary 2 Check line fittings and electrical connections Ensure that all connections and fittings including tubing and electrical connections are snugly fastened without being twisted...

Page 26: ...lacement kit or part order number 2 Check fuel lines and clamps Ensure that all fuel hose connections and fittings are free of any telltale signs of leaking and well connected Zip tie any loose length...

Page 27: ...anual for procedure on replacing the engine fan belt Refer to Table 7A Recommended Spare Parts List for replacement kit or part order number 11 Replace air filter element Consult the Engine Operator s...

Page 28: ...when replacing worn or damaged tubing Refer to Table 7A Recommended Spare Parts List for replacement kit or part order number 15 Change radiator coolant Consult the Engine Operator s Manual for proced...

Page 29: ...9 Electrical System FUSE LAYOUT diagram insert to determine the location of the specific fuses Refer to Figure 5 2 for reference location of the 50A circuit breaker 5 7 STORAGE AND INTERMITTENT USE N...

Page 30: ...Check all belts and hoses for signs of deterioration such as visible surface cracks stiffness or discoloration 5 7 2 LONG TERM STORAGE Disconnect the battery cable that is connected to the negative si...

Page 31: ...ugh Vanair strives to anticipate situa tions that may occur during the operation life of the machine package the Troubleshooting Guide may not cover all possible situations Be aware that additional tr...

Page 32: ...of switch is faulty Faulty starter or starter solenoid Replace Faulty 50A circuit breaker Replace Engine will not start Low fuel and or oil supply Check fuel gauge Replenish as necessary Consult the E...

Page 33: ...gine Operator s Manual Ambient temperature too high Consult Section 6 3 3 High Temperature Operation Faulty temperature switch Replace Engine stops during operation Fault Low Engine Oil Pressure Low o...

Page 34: ...el Check oil level and refill to proper level if necessary ensure machine is parked on a level surface Unload solenoid valve defective Replace solenoid valve Air demand too high Check for leaks and ta...

Page 35: ...ft seal is leaking Replace shaft seal with available kit Pressure transducer is malfunctioning Check transducer for proper operation replace if necessary and check controls Defective safety valve Repl...

Page 36: ...nditions in the presence of high humidity or at a high altitude extra attention should be given to any indication that could lead to a serious problem Engine power and compressor air output will be re...

Page 37: ...average temperature of the com pressor oil Change the operating procedure to allow for the compressor oil temperature to reach 180 F before discharging any air If the compressor isn t discharging any...

Page 38: ...il is suit able for use from 40 F to 110 F 40 C to 43 C For additional engine precautions consult the Engine Operator s Manual Vanair recommends installation of the cold weather heater option kit Cons...

Page 39: ...assure a constant flow of cooling air The operator should be aware that high temperatures can influence engine performance which can directly effect some machine function capacity outputs 6 3 4 HIGH D...

Page 40: ...ACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com 6 3 5 HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION Engine horsepower will decrease by 3 5 for every 1 000 feet over 6 000 feet increase in altitude At high altitude overall unit pe...

Page 41: ...anner contact the factory directly at the address or phone numbers below When ordering parts always indicate the Serial Number of the machine package This can be obtained form the Bill of Lading for t...

Page 42: ...Substituting non Vanguard Oil or non genuine Vanair filter components WILL VOID THE COMPRESSOR WARRANTY II This belt replaces the engine alternator belt only For full engine belt coverage consult fac...

Page 43: ...IESEL SECTION 7 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 PAGE 35 VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com TABLE 7C MAINTENANCE TRACKING LOG DATE DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE PART S RE...

Page 44: ...TS LIST VIPER DIESEL PAGE 36 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com 3 2 8 4 5 9 5 4 6 7 14 18 13 17 17 16 17 15 10 11 12 15 1 2 17 15 13 17 7 2 COMPRESSOR REPLAC...

Page 45: ...ESSOR DRAIN PART OF KIT 273968 273968 001 1 9 SUPPORT AIREND VA DIESEL VIPER 273970 1 10 AIREND ATT DIESEL VIPER 6180000 1 11 AIREND ATT VSE075GDSS240 6180001 1 12 AIREND ATT VSE075GDSS215 6180005 1 1...

Page 46: ...IPER DIESEL PAGE 38 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com 6180000ID_r4 9 7 8 1 2 5 3 5 6 4 29 11 13 14 16 30 31 32 17 12 27 18 19 33 28 15 26 23 20 22 25 24 36...

Page 47: ...x 3 273239 3 8 TUBING PLASTIC 1 4 WHITE 261322 1 27 HOSE ASSY 0 25 x 18 JIC SWV STR x JIC SWV90 273247 1 9 ADAPTER FEMALE PIPE x BSPP 1 4 263748 004 1 28 ELBOW 45 DEG MSAE 14 x MJIC 14 w 1 8 FNPT 2735...

Page 48: ...m 60 60 60 56 NOTES 4 CAN USE 9V BATTERY TO EXTEND RETRACT ACTUATOR 7 SEE CLOSE UP VIEW FOR ACTUATOR MOUNTING TO THROTTLE LINKAGE 3 5 3 23 44 45 52 54 43 52 16 12 52 41 24 47 20 40 32 46 52 55 53 26 4...

Page 49: ...SPACER FAN 272166 1 47 SCREW SER WASH 5 16 18 x 1 829705 100 8 16 BRACKET MUFFLER 272168 1 48 WASHER FLAT 1 4 838204 071 4 17 EXHAUST ENGINE OUT 272174 1 49 WASHER FLAT 5 16 838205 071 4 18 ELBOW EXHA...

Page 50: ...3 3 7 2 35 52 14 10 15 31 21 47 23 46 40 32 26 53 55 61 11 58 32 51 40 57 59 17 18 19 7 4 ENGINE AND DRIVE PARTS PART 2 OF 2 6100108ID_r1_2of2 NOTES 4 CAN USE 9V BATTERY TO EXTEND RETRACT ACTUATOR 7 S...

Page 51: ...SPACER FAN 272166 1 47 SCREW SER WASH 5 16 18 x 1 829705 100 8 16 BRACKET MUFFLER 272168 1 48 WASHER FLAT 1 4 838204 071 4 17 EXHAUST ENGINE OUT 272174 1 49 WASHER FLAT 5 16 838205 071 4 18 ELBOW EXHA...

Page 52: ...C 800 526 8817 www vanair com 2 5 5 4 3 8 1 9 7 22 21 13 12 18 19 18 16 20 17 18 22 18 18 15 NOTES 3 WIRE GUARD IS INSTALLED ON ENGINE ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTS TO COOLER SHROUD WHEN BOTH COMPONENTS ARE SET...

Page 53: ...3 1 8 SHROUD COOLER 272169 1 9 BRACKET COOLER SUPPORT BACK SIDE 272171 1 10 BRACKET COOLANT TANK MTG BOTTOM 272172 1 11 BRACKET COOLANT TANK MTG CLIP 272173 1 12 BRACKET COOLER EXHAUST SUPPORT 272797...

Page 54: ...MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com 21 10 18 18 18 12 11 18 14 21 7 5 COOLING SYSTEM PART 2 OF 2 6020127ID_r0_2of2 NOTES 3 WIRE GUARD IS INSTALLED ON ENGINE ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTS TO COOLER SH...

Page 55: ...3 1 8 SHROUD COOLER 272169 1 9 BRACKET COOLER SUPPORT BACK SIDE 272171 1 10 BRACKET COOLANT TANK MTG BOTTOM 272172 1 11 BRACKET COOLANT TANK MTG CLIP 272173 1 12 BRACKET COOLER EXHAUST SUPPORT 272797...

Page 56: ...090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com 4 3 3 4 4 3 3 4 3 4 7 9 2 8 7 30 32 13 19 27 31 26 23 15 32 14 10 22 32 32 22 23 18 32 28 29 11 5 21 25 24 3 12 28 29 32...

Page 57: ...SULATION HEAT SHIELD 272713 006 1 14 PANEL REMOVABLE BATTERY ACCESS DIESEL VIPER VANAIR 273468 1 15 PLATFORM VIPER DIESEL VANAIR 273469 1 16 BAFFLE SHROUD 273709 1 17 HOSE AIR OUT LOWER 273968 008 1 1...

Page 58: ...S LIST VIPER DIESEL PAGE 50 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com 6 9 6 9 5 8 1 2 7 7 4 3 OPTIONAL LOCATION 7 7 COMPRESSOR THERMAL CONTROL 6120191ID_r1 7 8 INST...

Page 59: ...MACHINE SERIAL NUMBER 7 7 COMPRESSOR THERMAL CONTROL ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QTY 1 CONNECTOR 12 MSAE x 10 MSAE 260387 110 1 2 ELBOW 90 DEG 10 MJIC x 12 MSAE 260403 131 1 3 TEE JIC JIC SAE 5 8 x...

Page 60: ...SECTION 7 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST VIPER DIESEL PAGE 52 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com A 7 9 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6060080ID_r9...

Page 61: ...907 1 8 PLUG SEALING 269055 4 9 CONNECTOR DTP06 4S 269415 1 10 BRACKET BATTERY HOLD DOWN 272213 1 11 WD DIESEL VIPER 272618 1 12 HARNESS DIESEL VIPER 272621 1 13 CABLE BATTERY NEGATIVE 272735 1 14 CAB...

Page 62: ...PARTS LIST VIPER DIESEL PAGE 54 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com 3 4 5 7 6 9 1 2 8 6 17 12 17 14 13 22 18 19 10 21 11 16 20 18 15 18 22 18 7 10 FUEL TANK...

Page 63: ...272865 1 10 NUT NEX FLANGE 5 16 18 825305 283 4 11 SCREW SER WASH 1 4 20 x 0 75 829704 075 3 12 HOSE FUEL LINE 5 16 x 18 LG 842315 031 1 5 FT 13 TUBE FUEL PICK UP A1270398 1 14 SENDER UNIT FUEL LEVEL...

Page 64: ...2014 VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com 3 1 9 8 7 4 7 7 5 6 2 8 7 17 12 13 14 22 16 12 18 15 10 11 19 19 20 21 15 7 11A DECALS LOCATION WARNING DO NOT REMOVE OR COVER ANY SAFETY DECA...

Page 65: ...N 1 DIESEL ONLY 2 COMPRESSOR FLUID DRAIN 3 800 526 8817 PSIG 260940 MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER MAXIMUM PRE SSURE COMPRE SSOR INPUT RPM www vanai r com 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 18 21 19 20 12 13 14 15 16 17 7...

Page 66: ...ECAL ROTATING PARTS 264374 2 9 DECAL SULFURIC ACID 264375 1 10 DECAL CARBON MONOXIDE 264376 2 11 DECAL EXPLOSIVE FUEL 264377 1 12 DECAL WARNING PLUGS 264378 2 13 DECAL WARNING FAN GUARD 264383 1 14 DE...

Page 67: ...VIPER DIESEL SECTION 7 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 PAGE 59 VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com 7 12 WIRING DIAGRAM 272618_r8...

Page 68: ...SECTION 7 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST VIPER DIESEL PAGE 60 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com 7 13 SCHEMATIC FLOW DIAGRAM 273387_r2...

Page 69: ...ng 2 Ample bend radius should be provided to avoid collapsing of line and restriction of flow 3 Exceeding minimum bend radius will greatly reduce hose assembly life 4 Use elbows or other adapters as n...

Page 70: ...SECTION 8 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST VIPER DIESEL PAGE 62 090058 OP_r0 AUGUST 2014 BLANK PAGE VANAIR MANUFACTURING INC 800 526 8817 www vanair com...

Page 71: ...Without Prior Notice 050847 050850 050848 051294 050849 AUGUST 2014 Vanair Manufacturing Inc 10896 West 300 North Michigan City IN 46360 Phone 219 879 5100 800 526 8817 Service Fax 219 879 5335 Parts...

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