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USER MANUAL

QUARTER DUTY ONBOARD AIR SYSTEM

PRESSURE SWITCH WITH RELAY INSTALLATION

Your Onboard Air System comes complete with a pressure switch with relay that will turn on the compressor at 

90 PSI, and off at 120 PSI. The pressure switch has a 1/8” NPT inlet at the bottom that will fit in one of the top 

ports of the tank using thread sealant.  (For Relay installation, see Relay Wiring Schematic contained in Figure 2.)

Pressure Switch with Relay Installation Tips:

1. Never install your pressure switch in direct line from the inlet port coming from the compressor.  

  Tank pressure can be misread by the pressure switch. Mount the pressure switch on the tank where it  

 

  receives reading from deflected air.

2. Never use a pressure switch that is rated beyond your compressor’s rated maximum working pressure 

  (150 PSI). 

3. Replace with P/N 90100 should the pressure switch need replacement.

Installation Tips:

-  When cutting air line tubing, always cut as squarely as possible. Use a hose cutter or razor blade. 

-  When routing air line tubing, always remember to avoid sharp edges, heat sources and tight bends.  

  (Air line must be routed at least 12 inches from exhaust systems & other heat sources.)

IMPORTANT - Drilling through firewall:

Always be sure of what is on the other side of the firewall before drilling.  

Take care not to damage your vehicle’s electronic systems or components.   

Wiring an ON/OFF Switch:

Using a relay: Run a wire to a simple two position switch that can be mounted on your dash or to your ignition 

switch. This switch will turn off power to the whole system by shutting off power to the pressure switch via the 

relay. The wire should be fused between the battery and your on/off switch. 

Test Your System:

Installation is now complete. Run the compressor to build pressure in the air tank.  When air pressure reaches 

the pressure switch cut out pressure, the compressor will shut off.  Spray all air line connections with soap and 

water solution to check for leaks. If leaks are detected, air line may not be cut squarely or pushed all the way 

in. Fix connections as needed. Periodically check your system’s fitting in this manner should your compressor 

turn on more often than normal without frequent air use.     

RELAY WIRING SCHEMATIC

Pressure Switch

86

Fused

12-Volt

30

To Ground

85

87

Compressor

(+) Lead

Relay Wiring Schematic:

(Figure 2)

Summary of Contents for 10002

Page 1: ...TEM PART NO 10002 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 USER MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...your vehicle Please follow these instructions to install your new system OBA Components 1 2 0 Gallon 5 port VIAIR Air Tank 1 275C model VIAIR compressor with leader hose and check valve Check to make sure that you have six labeled packages in your kit Each package contains the parts needed for specific areas of installation and may contain smaller bags within each package for specific uses PARTS P...

Page 3: ... YOU HAVE INSTALLED ALL NECESSARY PORT FITTINGS AND ACCESSORIES Apply sealant to threads of fittings prior to assembly and tighten each part with a wrench Do not over tighten if your port fittings are made from brass since brass threads can be stripped Always release air from tank before servicing WARNING FAILURE TO DRAIN TANK AND REMOVE CONDENSATION WILL CAUSE TANK TO RUST PREMATURELY To remove a...

Page 4: ...lon tape is not recommended Properly sealed recommended torque is 12 to 15 ft lbs 275C Compressor Wiring See Figure 3 on back of manual 1 Disconnect ground cable from vehicle s battery 2 Temporarily position the air compressor in the location where it will be mounted 3 Route ground wire to the negative post of the battery or to an appropriate grounding point and cut ground wire to length as needed...

Page 5: ...onnections Clean and tighten as needed 2 Periodically check all mounting screws Tighten as needed 3 Replace air filter element periodically Replacement frequency depends on operating frequency and operating environment For frequent use in dusty environment you should replace air filter element more often 4 Regularly clean dust and dirt from compressor 5 Your air compressor is equipped with permane...

Page 6: ...es heat sources and tight bends Air line must be routed at least 12 inches from exhaust systems other heat sources IMPORTANT Drilling through firewall Always be sure of what is on the other side of the firewall before drilling Take care not to damage your vehicle s electronic systems or components Wiring an ON OFF Switch Using a relay Run a wire to a simple two position switch that can be mounted ...

Page 7: ... tank to drain Drain tank more frequently 2 Move compressor to area with less humidity or use air line filter 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 Specifications section for correct fuse amperage 3 Let compressors...

Page 8: ...ormal 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 ...

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