Matala Piston Compressor

(MPC) Aeration System

115V/60Hz

• MPC-60 1/4HP 226W

• MPC-120 1/2HP 433W

• MPC-200 3/4HP 597W

230V/50Hz
 MPC-60 1/4HP
 MPC-120 1/2HP

• MPC-200 3/4HP

Instruction and Maintenance

Manual

Introduction
Thank you for selecting the Matala Piston Compressor (MPC) Aeration System.

This instruction manual explains the product operations and gives important precautions
regarding its safe use. In order to use the product to maximum benefit, be sure to read
the instructions thoroughly and follow them carefully.

To avoid accident, do not use the compressor in any way other than as described in this
instruction manual especially when you see ! WARNING . After reading this instruction
manual, keep it nearby as a reference in case questions arise during use.

If this instruction manual should become lost or damaged, ask your nearest dealer or
representative for another copy.

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Contents
 Construction and Parts List…………... 2-3
 Warning ………………………. …………. 4-5
 Specifications …………………………….. 5
 Installation ……………………………….. 6
 Electrical Wiring …..……… …………… 6
 Warranty …………………………...…. . 6-7
 Maintenance ………………………...…. . 7
 Troubleshooting ……………………….. 7
Construction and Parts List
ITEM PARTS MPC-60CC1 MPC-120CC1 MPC-200C1-3
A Power coated iron enclos ure 1 1 1
B Plas tic bas e 1 1 1
1 Mini-Com pres s or 1 1 1
2 NUT 4 4 4
3 Anti-Vibration Mountings 4 4 4
4 Flat was hers 4 4 4
5 Prevailing troque hex nuts 4 4 4
6 Oil-filled Gauges 1 1 1
7 Swivel Adapter 1 1 0
8 90 o Male Elbow 1 1 1
9 Manifold Bas e 1 0 0
10 Silencer 1 1 1
C 11 Hexagon s coket pipe plugs 0 1 1
12 Pres s ure relief valve 1 1 1
13 Ball valve 2 3 3
14 Male Hos e-Ba rb Elbow 2 3 3
15 Stainles s Steel Hos e Clam ps 4 6 6
16 Air Pres s ure Hos e 2 3 3
17 Union 2 3 3
18 Adapter 1 0 0
19 Street Elbow 0 1 0
20 Street Elbow 0 1 1
21 Swivel Adapter 0 0 1
D Draw latch 1 1 1
E Air-Flow Fans 1 1 1
1 Plas tic Corrugated Tubings 1 1 1
F 2 Fans Power Line 1 1 1
3 Fans Ground Line 1 1 1
1 Alum inum Box 1 1 1
2 GFI 1 1 1
G
3 Cable Glands 1 1 1
4 90 o Cable Glands 1 1 1
H Power Line 1 1 1
I Pull-out Carrying Handle 2 2 2

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 ITEM PARTS MPC-60C2 MPC-120C2 MPC-200C1-4
A Power coated iron enclos ure 1 1 1
B Plas tic bas e 1 1 1
1 Mini-Com pres s 2 2 1
2 NUT 8 8 4
3 Anti-Vibration Mountings 8 8 4
4 Flat was hers 8 8 4
5 Prevailing troque hex nuts 8 8 4
6 Oil-filled Gauges 2 2 1
7 Swivel Adapter 2 2 0
o
8 90 Male Elbow 2 2 1
9 Manifold Bas e 2 0 1
10 Silencer 2 2 1
11 Hexagon s coket pipe plugs 0 2 1
C 12 Pres s ure relief valve 2 2 1
13 Ball valve 4 6 4
14 Male Hos e-Bard Elbow 4 6 4
15 Stainles s Steel Hos e Clam ps 8 12 8
16 Air Pres s ure Hos e 4 6 4
17 Union 4 6 4
18 Adapter 2 0 0
19 Street Elbow 0 2 0
20 Street Elbow 0 2 0
21 Swivel Adapter 0 0 1
22 Hexagon s coket pipe plugs 0 0 2
23 Nipple 0 0 1
D Draw latch 1 1 1
E Air-Flow Fans 1 1 1
1 Plas tic Corrugated Tubings 1 1 1
F 2 Fans Power Line 1 1 1
3 Fans Ground Line 1 1 1
1 Alum inum Box 1 1 1
2 GFI 1 1 1
G
3 Cable Glands 1 1 1
4 90 o Cable Glands 1 1 1
H Power Line 1 1 1
I Pull-out Carrying Handle 2 2 2

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Warning
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER
To avoid possible equipment electric shock, special care should be taken when the compressor
is used as aeration equipment. For each of the following situations, do not attempt to repair
yourself, return the compressor to an authorized service facility servicing, or discard the
compressor.
I) If the compressor falls into the water, DO NOT REACH FOR IT: first unplug the compressor,
and then retrieve it.
If the compressor’s electrical components get wet, unplug the compressor immediately.
II) Carefully examine the compressor after installation. It should not be plugged in if there is
water on parts that are not intended to be wet.
III) Do not operate if the cord or plug is damaged, or if the compressor is malfunctioning,
dropped, or damaged in any way.
IV) To prevent the plug of electrical outlet from getting wet, position the water tank and stand to
one side of a wall mounted outlet.
This should prevent water from dripping onto the plug or outlet.
A drip loop shown in the (Figure 1), should be arranged for each cord connecting the
compressor to an electrical outlet. The drip loop is that part of the cord below the level of the
outlet or connector if an extension cord is used. The drip loop prevents water traveling along the
cord and going into the outlet.

Figure 1

If the plug and outlet does get wet, DO NOT UNPLUG THE CORD: Disconnect the fuse or
circuit breaker supplying power to the compressor. Then unplug and examine for the presence
of water in the outlet.
V) Do not use the compressor near volatile liquid such as gasoline, thinners, etc, as this
creates the possibility of an explosion.
CAUTIONS FOR USE
A) Close supervision is necessary when an appliance is used or near children.
B) This compressor is air-operated. Do not, under any circumstances, attempt operation with
water or other liquids, otherwise compressor may be damaged.
C) The temperature range may result in malfunction of severely shortened service life.
D) Do not block the air being discharged. Compressor must have sufficient room to allow for
heat dissipation.

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 Under the extreme operating temperature conditions which may be caused by failure to
observe cautions C) or D), compressor will automatically switch off until cool. DO NOT
REMOVE COMPRESSOR CASING UNTIL UNIT IS DISCONNECTED FROM MAIN SUPPLY.
E) Always unplug compressor prior to servicing. Grasp plug to remove cord from outlet. Do not
remove by pulling on power cord.
F) Do not use the compressor for any other purpose other than its original intended application.
Use of unauthorized replacement parts may jeopardize safety.
G) Do not store compressor under freezing condition.
H) Ensure compressor is securely mounted prior to operation.
I) Read and observe all important markings on compressor.
J) Ensure that extension cords (if required) have the correct or higher rating (amperes or
watts). Ensure cord is properly positioned to prevent tripping or entanglement.

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 Specifications
Check the nameplate for your compressor’s specification as the table list.
Be careful not to exceed the given specifications in the use of your compressor.
Other specifications are noted in the chart below.
Model MPC-60C MPC-120C MPC-200C
MPC-20016C-3 MPC-20026C-3 MPC-20025C-3
MPC-6016C MPC-6026C MPC-6025C MPC-12016C MPC-12026C MPC-12025C
Specification / order MPC-20016C-4 MPC-20026C-4 MPC-20025C-4
Components Includes oil filled pressure gauge. Pressure relief valve, 2 or 3 way valve aluminum manifold with swivel union, heat-resistant tube.
HP 1/4 1/2 3/4
Volt / Hz 115V/60Hz 220V/60Hz 230V/50Hz 115V/60Hz 220V/60Hz 230V/50Hz 115V/60Hz 220V/60Hz 230V/50Hz
PSI Ft. M. LPM CFM LPM CFM LPM CFM LPM CFM LPM CFM LPM CFM LPM CFM LPM CFM LPM CFM
0 0 0 110 3.89 108 3.81 98 3.46 156 5.51 155 5.47 135 4.77 212 7.49 218 7.70 186 6.57
5 11.5 3.5 98 3.46 93 3.28 80 2.83 141 4.98 146 5.16 125 4.42 204 7.21 205 7.24 178 6.29
10 23.1 7.0 92 3.25 89 3.14 78 2.75 138 4.87 140 4.94 118 4.17 195 6.89 195 6.89 168 5.93
15 34.6 10.5 89 3.14 84 2.97 70 2.47 129 4.56 135 4.77 113 3.99 192 6.78 190 6.71 160 5.65
20 46.1 14.1 83 2.93 77 2.72 69 2.44 120 4.24 129 4.56 108 3.81 182 6.43 180 6.36 158 5.58
25 57.7 17.6 79 2.79 75 2.65 65 2.30 115 4.06 122 4.31 100 3.53 176 6.22 171 6.04 150 5.30
30 69.2 21.1 76 2.68 71 2.51 61 2.15 102 3.60 110 3.89 95 3.36 170 6.00 167 5.90 147 5.19
40 92.3 28.1 69 2.44 62 2.19 53 1.87 91 3.21 100 3.53 87 3.07 159 5.62 158 5.58 130 4.59
50 115.3 35.2 64 2.26 50 1.77 46 1.62 79 2.79 90 3.18 78 2.75 142 5.02 142 5.02 120 4.24
Amp at 0psi 2.2 1.0 1.0 3.0 1.6 1.5 5.4 3.1 2.5
Amp at 20psi
3.2 1.6 1.7 4.0 2.2 1.9 6.9 3.7 3.0
(46.1ft./14.1m)
Watt(input) at 0psi 231W 213W 191W 332W 330W 290W 594W 619W 515W
Watt(input) at 20psi
339W 333W 315W 455W 464W 416W 768W 777W 651W
(46.1ft/14.1m)
Suggested pond size 1/4 ~1 Acre Lake (5~30 ft deep) 1/2~2 Acre Lake (8~40 ft deep) Up to 4 Acre Lake (10~40 ft deep)

Suggested tubing size 3/8”~5/8” / 9.5~15.9 3/8”~5/8” / 9.5~15.9 3/8”~1” / 9.5~25.4

(in) / (mm) (suggest max.100ft) (suggest max.100ft) (suggest max.100ft)
Dimensions :LxWxH
7.1x6.3x7.8 / 181x160x198 9.4x6.3x7.8 / 240x160x198 10.8x6.5x9.5 / 275x166x242
(in) / (mm)
Weight (lbs) / (kg) 18.5 / 8.4 22.9 / 10.4 29.3 / 13.3
Aeration System MPC-60C1 MPC-120C1 MPC-200C1-3 MPC-60C2 MPC-120C2 MPC-200C1-4
Cabinet system
Powder coated paint cabinet, cooling fan, GFI electrical box outlet, cabinet base.
components
Compressor
1xMPC-60C 1xMPC-120C 1xMPC-200C-3 2xMPC-60C 2xMPC-120C 1xMPC-200C-4
model type
1/4~1 Acre Lake 1/2~2 Acre Lake Up to 4 Acre Lake 1/2~2 Acre Lake 1~4 Acre Lake Up to 8 Acre Lake
Suggested pond size
5~30 ft deep 8~40 ft deep 10~40 ft deep 5~30 ft deep 8~40 ft deep 10~40 ft deep
Dimensions:L1xW1xH1
20.2x20.2x18.6 / 513x513x472 21x20.2x18.6 / 534x513x472
with base (in) / (mm)
Weight with base
55.3 / 25.1 59.7 / 27.1 66.1 / 30.0 85.5 / 38.8 94.4 / 42.8 77.2 / 35.0
(lbs) /(kg)
Dim ens ions :LxWxH
19.5x15.1x14.2 / 495x384x362 21x19.5x14.2 / 534x495x362
without bas e (in) / (m m )

MPC-60 MPC-120/200

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Installation
Installation :
! WARNING : Do not work on compressor until power is unplugged.
Do not cut off ground pin or use an adapter fitting.
Do not use an extension cord

Accessories :
Check air filters periodically and replace when necessary. Install relief valve and gauges at inlet or outlet
or both, to monitor performance. Check valves may be required to prevent back flow through compressor.

Plumbing:
Connect with pipe and fittings that are the same size or larger than threaded ports. Be sure to connect the
intake and exhaust plumbing to the correct inlet and outlet ports.

Start Up:
If motor fails to start or slows down significantly under load, shut off and disconnect from power supply.
Check that the supply voltage is correct and verify motor is turning in the proper direction. Check plug,
cord and switch for damage. Thermal protection switch may have tripped, the motor will turn off until cool
and then turn on again..

Start-up procedures:
! WARNING : The purpose of the Lake Aeration System is to circulate the pond’s entire water. This
circulation will increase and maintain oxygen levels and eliminate drastic temperature fluctuations. The
efficiency of the Matala aeration system can initially create problems if the following start-up procedures
are not followed. Improper start-up may result in an unintentional fish kill.

 Turn on the system and operate for 15 minutes.

 Turn off the system for the remainder of the day.
 Restart the system the next day and operate for 30 minutes.
 Turn the system off for the rest of the day.
 Each day double the operating time from the previous day until the system is running
continuously. This should take approximately eight (8) days.

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! WARNING : It is important to follow this start up procedure carefully. Every pond has bottom sediment.
The quantity of sediment will vary in each lake depending on lake age and runoff from the surrounding
area. This sediment can contain toxic or noxious chemicals and bacteria. When first installed, the Lake
Aeration System may disturb this sediment and may disperse these toxins into the upper water layers of
the lake causing fish disease or mortality. To prevent this possible problem, follow the daily 15 minute
start up procedure above.
Alternatively, you may install the air diffusers 2 feet above the sediment so as not to disturb the sediment.
Weekly lower the diffusers 6 inches closer to the sediment and observe the color change of the rising
water. If the water color changes brown, black or muddy then follow the above daily 15 minute start up
procedure again.

Electrical Wiring

Electrical wire Connection :

! WARNING : Verify that the voltage and frequency of the electric pump shown on the nameplate
correspond to those available on the mains.
The installer must make sure that the electric system is grounded in accordance with the law in
force.

Warranty

Limited Warranty :
Matala compressor will repair or replace for the original user any portion of a new compressor product
which proves defective due to materials or workmanship of compressor within 1 years of purchase date.
Contact the nearest authorized compressor dealer for warranty service.
Matala compressor shall possess the sole right to determine whether to repair or replace defective
equipment, parts or components.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE DUE TO LIGHTNING OR OTHER CONDITIONS
BEYOND THE CONTROL OF compressor.
LABOR & COSTS : Matala compressor shall in no event be liable for the cost of field labor or other
charges incurred by any customer in removing and/or reaffixing any Matala
compressor product, parts or component.
THE WARRANTY WILL NOT APPLY:
(a) to defects or malfunctions resulting from failure to properly install, operate, or maintain the unit in
accordance with printed instructions provided.
(b) to failures resulting from abuse, accident, or negligence.
(c) to normal maintenance services and the parts used in connection with such service. Such as Rebuild

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Kit Components and Air Filters.
(d) to units which are not installed in accordance with applicable local codes, ordinances, and good trade
practices.
(e) if unit is used for purposes other than for what it was designed and manufactured for.
(f) if unit or components have been tampered with or modified in any way by an unauthorized dealer or
repair shop.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS : Matala compressor

SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AFTER THE TERMINATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD.

Maintenance

NOTE: Before performing any maintenance and troubleshooting, unplug the system and
wait for the compressor to cool down.

Keep cabinet air inlets and outlets free of debris and weed growth for proper ventilation.

If the System Does Not Operate:

 Press and re-set the GFCI electrical receptacle located inside the cabinet.
Air Filter Cleaning / Replacement:
 Unscrew the filter from the compressor; clean with soapy water, dry completely and replace.

Check Diffusers for Material Build Up or Damage:

 The diffusers located on the MDB(Matala Diffuser Base) may have been damaged or blocked by
material build up (after a long period of inactivity). Inspect that the membranes are clear with no
rips of holes. Clean or replace as necessary.

Piston Rebuild Kit:

 Rebuild kits are available by contacting Matala or your distributor. Under proper installation and
conditions, a rebuild should not be required for up to 1~2 years of normal operation.

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Matala Rocking Piston Compressor Rebuild Kit Instructions

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1. Use a Phillips head screw driver to unscrew 2. Use a flat head screw driver to open the
the Cooling Fan Cover Screw (part no. 20) Cooling Fan Cover (part no. 1)

3. Use a 4mm hex wrench to unscrew the Head 4. Open the Head Cover (part no. 18),
Cover Screw (part no. 19) take out the Valve Plate (part no. 16)

5. Use a Phillips head screw driver to unscrew 6. Replace the new Cylinder (part no. 11)
the Round Plate Screw (part no. 10), in original position (note : Convex Face Up)
Take out the Round Plate (part no. 9) &
Piston Cup (part no. 8)

7. Assemble the new Piston Cup (part no. 8) 8. Put the New Piston Cup (part no.8) &
& Round Plate (part no. 9) Round Plate (part no. 9) in original position

9. Hold the Cylinder in position & use a Phillips 10. Replace the new Cylinder O-ring (part no. 12)

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head screw driver to tighten the Round Plate
Screw (part no. 10)

12. Remove the Screw that holds the Valve Fixed

11. Replace the new Valve O-ring (part no. 17) Strip (part no.31). Remove the Upper &
Lower Valve Flappers. (part no. 15)
(Note : part no.31 is not included in the rebuild
kit.)

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 13. Replace the new Valve Flappers (part no. 15)
Included in your kit.
13-a 13-b

15. Put on the Valve Plate (part no.16)

14. Reposition the Valve Fixed Strip (part no. 31) (Note : Cylinder O-ring & Cylinder need
and tighten the screw . to be aligned)
(Note : The Valve Fixed Strip and
Valve Flapper need to be aligned)

17. Screw on the Head Cover (part no.18)

16. Please note the relative position of the Valve
Plate (part no.16) & Capacitor (part no.28)

18. Replace the Cooling Fan Cover (part no.1) 19. Screw on the Cooling Fan Cover
(Note : the latch is on the bottom)

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PARTS DIAGRAM

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Troubleshooting
Problems Possilbe Cause Remedy
Filter dirty Clean or replace
Relief valve set too high Inspect and adjust.
Low voltage, won't start Check power source.
Won't start
Leaky hose or check valve Replace.
Dirt or liquid on top of piston Dirt or liquid on top of piston
Plugged line Inspect and repair
Filter dirty Clean or replace
Compressor works Leak hose or check valve Replace
but no air comes
Dirt or liquid on top of piston Inspect and clean
from reservoir or
low pressure Valves dirty or bent Clean or replace
Relief valve set to low Inspect and adjust
Relief valve set too high Inspect and adjust
Over high pressure
Plugged line Inspect and repair
Filter dirty Clean or replace
Relief valve set too high Inspect and adjust
Compressor overheat Plugged line Inspect and repair
Low voltage, won't start Check power source
Dirt or liquid on top of piston Inspect and clean
Filter dirty Clean or replace
Compressor works
Plugged line Inspect and repair
but produces loud,
Low voltage, won't start Check power source
irregular noise
Worn cup/piston hitting cylinder Replace

Matala
®

“Make water alive”

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