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THE NEW SULLAIR185CFM PORTABLE AIR COMPRESSOR IS CREATING A REVOLUTION.

Sullair Construction Products continues the revolution we started in1965 when we became the first compressor company dedicatedexclusively to the design and manufacture of rotary screw air com-pressors. Since that time, we have lead the way in innovativerefinements that make our portable air compressors the top choiceof the construction industry.

Our revolutionary spirit lives on in our new 185 cfm air compressor with:

• A Revolutionary Package Design.• A Revolutionary Engine.• A Revolutionary Warranty.

REVOLUTIONARY PACKAGE DESIGN:• CLAMSHELL-HINGED CANOPY• CORROSION-RESISTANT

COMPONENTS• COMPACT AND LIGHTWEIGHT• ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

REVOLUTIONARY ENGINE:• LOW EMISSIONS• FUEL EFFICIENT• 500-HOUR OIL CHANGE*

REVOLUTIONARY WARRANTY:• 5-YEARS OR 10,000-HOURS

ON THE AIR END• GREATER PIECE OF MIND• ADVANTAGES OF AWF—SULLAIR’S

REVOLUTIONARY COMPRESSOR FLUID

* Perkins and CAT engines only

Heart of the CompressorRotary screw design–by

Sullair, the pioneer (andrevolutionary) in rotaryscrew design

Proven 10 series “bullet-proof” design

Dimensionally stable castiron housing

5-Year/10,000-Hour warranty

Clam Shell CanopyDesigned for total accessi-

bility and reliabilityCanopy opens fully with

gas assist springs270° accessibilityAll serviceable components

are within easy reachRoutine maintenance is

simplifiedDowntime and service

costs are reduced

Perkins, Caterpillar, JohnDeere Engines

Designed for compliancewith Stage 2 and Tier 2Emission Legislation

SULLAIR 185 FEATURES

Reliable Control SystemEasy access for adjustmentControls located in “heat-

ed area” of enclosure toprevent freezing in coldweather

Large diameter color-codedtubing

Corrosion ResistantComponents

Galvanneal sheet metalBaked-on powder coat

paintComposite canopy end

caps and fendersStainless steel hinges and

latchesPlated fittings and

hardwareAluminum instrument

panel door

Fuel SystemDual fuel filters:

Primary filter is fuel/water separa-tor–150 micron with transparent bowl

Secondary filter with drain

20-Gallon high-densitypolyethylene fuel tank

Positioned over axle for balanced weight distribution

Air Filtration SystemTwo-stage dry-type filtersSeparate filters for com-

pressor and engineEvacuators eject debris

from filters upon unload-ing or shutdown

Thermal Valve andCompressor Fluid Filter

Thermal valve regulatesfluid to the cooler forfaster warm-up

Full-flow 10 micron fiber-glass media fluid filter

Provides better filtration toprotect compressor

SULLAIR 185FEATURES

Curbside InstrumentPanel

Hinged, pad-lockable alu-minum door

Reliable rocker-type start switch

Idle warm-up valveMechanical air pressure

gaugeHourmeterSSAM System (Shutdown

System andAnnunciation Module)

Glow plug starting aid

SSAM System (ShutdownSystem andAnnunciation Module)

Annunciates all shutdownsvia flash codes:1 Flash = High compre-sor temperature2 Flashes = High enginecoolant temperature3 Flashes = Low engineoil pressure4 Flashes = Low engineRPM

Highway TowableCompact and lightweight

package is easy to towBolt-on 3" square drawbar

with adjustable hitch(pintle eye or ball)

Safety chains with hooksRetractable screw-type jack

stand with padTail lights and reflectors

Tail LightsShock-mounted recessed

stop/turn tail lights4, 6, and 7 wire versions

availableLicense plate holder with

lampFull width rear bumper

Smooth RideIndependent rubber torsion

suspensionTowable at highway

speeds3700 lb. rated axle with

grease fittingsST 175/80D13 tires

Wheel Bearing GreaseFittings

Convenient wheel bearinglubrication through zerk fittings

Wheel bearings can belubricated withoutremoving hub from theaxle

Grease is channeled intothe inner bearing andflows back to the outerbearing

Electrical SystemMaintenance-free 12-volt

batteryProvides 650 cca at 0°FGroup size 30H55 amp alternatorAll wires in system are

number coded

Air DischargeAir discharge check valve

prevents back flow intocompressor

Orifice-type minimum pres-sure device assures ade-quate system pressure atall times

Cooling SystemSide-by-side cooler/radia-

tor for easy cleaningCoolant recovery bottle125°F ambient capacityBlower fan limits internal

canopy temperature to25°F above ambient

Rugged Toolbox 23" long X 8" wide x

16" deep3/16" thick steel bottom

AWF5Y E A R W A R R A N T YAll Weather Fluid–

Sullair ExclusivePetroleum-basedMulti-viscosity 5W-20Allow easy hot or cold

start-up1200 hours of service lifeWater separation5-Year/10,000-hour air-

end warranty

SPECIFICATIONS, WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS—SULLAIR 185 PORTABLE COMPRESSOR

Delivery Rated Pressure Designated Weight Weight Length Length Width Height Track Tire Size@ Rated Pressure Range Model (wet) (dry) (drawbar) (canopy) Width (load range)Pressure psig psig lbs lbs in in in in in

bar bar kg kg mm mm mm mm mm185 cfm 100 80–125 2-Wheel 2130 1990 130.8 69.5 59.2 53.8 50.9 ST 175/80D 1387 L/S 7 5.5–8.5 966 903 3322 1765 1504 1368 12945.2 m3/min Less 1885 1745 – 69.5 40.9 41.7 – –

Running Gear 855 792 – 1765 1040 1060 – –

Engine Engine Engine Displacement Cylinders Bore and Stroke Rated Speed Rated PowerMake Type Model cu in in rpm hp

cc mm kWPerkins Diesel 404C-22T 134 4 3.30 X 3.94 2800 60

2196 84 X 100 44.7CAT Diesel 3024T 134 4 3.30 X 3.94 2800 60

2196 84 X 100 44.7John Deere Diesel 4024T 149 4 3.39 X 4.13 2800 60

2442 86 X 105 44.7

SULLAIR’S OPTIONS ALLOW YOU TO CUSTOMIZE THE COMPRESSOR TO MEET YOUR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS WITHOUT PAYING FOR ITEMS YOU DO NOT NEED.

Special paintHose reels, single and dualFuel level gaugeGauge package

TachometerBrakes (Recommended where required

by law.)Mechanical parking brakes

Block heaterBall hitchRetractable pneumatic swivel third

wheel

Air filter safety elementsAir filter maintenance indicatorsLow fuel shutdown

This product is manufactured to the highest quality standardsin an ISO 9001 certified qualitysystem.

59.2” (1504 mm) 130.8” (3322 mm)

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www.sullair.comSULLAIR CORPORATION, 3700 East Michigan Blvd., Michigan City, IN 46360 Telephone: 1-800-SULLAIR or 1-219-879-5451 Fax: 1-219-874-1504SULLAIR EUROPE S.A., Zone des Granges, BP 82, 42602 Montbrison, Cedex, France, Telephone: (33) 4.77.96.84.70 Fax: (33) 4.77.96.84.99SULLAIR ASIA LTD., 74 Joo Koon Circle, Jurong, Singapore 629093, Telephone: (65) 861-1211 Fax: (65) 861-2967 Telex RS25117SHENZHEN SULLAIR ASIA INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD., Zuo Pao Tai Road, Chiwan, Shekou, Shenzhen 518068, China, Telephone: (86) 755-6851686 Fax: (86) 755-6853473SULLAIR TAIWAN LTD., 2nd Fl. No. 96, Chien Kuo N. Road, Taipei 104, Taiwan, Telephone: 886-2-505-7256, Fax: 886-2-505-5480SULLAIR ARGENTINA, Goncalves Dias 1145, 1276 Buenos Aires, Argentina, Telephone: 541-303-0621, Fax: 541-303-0626

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