PressureProSystem.com :: PressurePro™ FAQs

What is the battery life? The estimated battery life is over 4 years. Many users have sensors that are over 5 years old and the batteries are still working.

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Can I Monitor both the RV and the towed vehicle tires?
Yes. PressurePro™ will simultaneously read the largest size RV and the vehicle it tows. PressurePro™ will work on all types of vehicles (boat trailers/horse trailers, trucks, RVs, cars, etc.) with up to 34 wheel positions, if needed. Read More about how PressurePro™ Monitors tire air pressure.

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How strong is the signal?
PressurePro™ Sensors will transmit up to 100 feet under most conditions. PressurePro™ complies with all regulations and FCC guidelines. The signal from the Sensor is specific to the receiver, which is tuned for sensitivity to the Sensor signal. Read More.

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Can I store my vehicle with the Monitor on?
The Monitor draws 25mA to 150mA of power. It’s possible the Monitor could drain the vehicle's battery, but it would be over an extended period of time. If storing for more than 6 months without charging, it is advised to unplug Monitor and remove Sensors. Plug in Monitor before driving again. Storage Tips.

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Does the Monitor need to be powered by the lighter receptacle?
No. Although the cigarette lighter plug comes with the system, hardwiring is an even better option, as it reduces feedback interference and inadvertent disconnects at times. The Monitor can be unplugged from the hardwire receptacle and can then be used in another vehicle for a day trip, for instance, using the cigarette lighter plug. Merely remove the Sensors, keeping them in the same respective locations (see Storage Tips) and put them on the car or boat trailer, etc.

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Can the Monitor be used independently on the front or back vehicle?
Yes, use the "F/B" (Forward/Back) button on the Monitor when separating a vehicle from the tow. There are three pushes to this button. Press the button the first time: all tires with Sensors will light on the Monitor; press F/B button again, until just the vehicle depicted wheel location you want to use displays on the Monitor; it will Monitor that vehicle only. Press the F/B button again to connect both vehicles.

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What is the "reminder" alert?
PressurePro™ will alert firstly when there is a 12 1/2% pressure loss from initial pressure at installation. One can "mute" the audible alert by pressing the "ON" button which puts the Monitor in "reminder mode". A second stage low pressure alert will then "beep" when the pressure becomes 25% below the accessed pressure, flash tire location, and display the pressure value twice per second. If no button is pressed to mute the system, the system will alert until the low pressure is corrected, or for a total of 15 hours. An advantage of this feature is that one can watch the Monitor to determine if the tire has a slow leak or a fast leak. One can actually pump up the tire with a PowerTank or a portable compressor and continue to drive until a better tire-fix location is reached. This ensures "fixing" the tire rather than "replacing" it.

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What do I do about a low Sensor battery alert?
When you receive a low Sensor battery alert (you will have approximately two weeks of Sensor use remaining) contact Advantage PressurePro at 800-959-3505. The Sensors are sealed units and batteries are not replaceable by the customer. When the system indicates low Sensor battery power, a new Sensor should be ordered. The Monitor will tell you which Sensor battery is getting low. A low battery indicator light will flash in the lower right corner of the Monitor once per second indicating a Sensor is losing battery power and will flash the tire location of the low battery Sensor. You will then exchange/replace the Sensor, and receive a NEW Sensor (NOT a refurbished one) with all new technology and a new battery for less than the cost of a new Sensor. For most vehicles including RVs and trucks, Sensor batteries are expected to last for approximately 4-5 years. Sensors do not need to be replaced all at once--if a Sensor has set off an alarm, that one is likely to need replacing first.

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What should be done if a low pressure alert is sounded?
If moving, Immediately pull over and check low tire. Physically check tire, determine the cause, and repair. However, one of the advantages of the PressurePro™ system is that one can watch the Monitor to determine if the tire has a slow leak or a fast leak. One can actually pump up the tire with a Power Tank™ or a portable compressor and continue to drive until a better location for fixing the tire is reached. Fixing a tire is less costly than buying a new one and/or repairing your vehicle! If parked, physically check tire and repair. Yes, PressurePro™ Monitors While Parked!

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When do my Sensors transmit?
Sensors will transmit data to the Monitor under the following conditions:

Within 60 seconds of screwing the Sensor onto the valve stem.
Every 5 minutes while updating, under normal conditions.
At a 12.5% drop from baseline pressure.
At a 25% drop from baseline pressure.
At the Upper Pressure alert level.
When a Sensor is removed from its valve stem.

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How do the Sensors work with inside duals and inward facing valve stems?
PressurePro™ saves you the trouble of trying to reach the inside tires to check pressure. The system Monitors tire pressure constantly, alerting when pressure is low. No need to manually check tire pressures as frequently as you did before you installed PressurePro™! You will also find your tire pressure lasts longer as you do not bleed a little pressure each time you check the pressure with a conventional gauge.

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Do I need to re-balance my tires when using a Sensor?
The 2/3 oz. Sensors Monitoring large tires (RV/Truck) seldom necessitate a tire re-balance. Smaller tires may require adding a 2/3 oz. stick-on weight opposite the valve stem.

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What should I do if a Sensor is lost or damaged?
Replacement Sensors are available by contacting us at Mike & Pat PressurePro (850-294-0281). Note that Sensors do not come off by themselves; the centrifugal force, due to the tire rotation, forces the Sensors onto the valve stem and they will not come off while moving down the road if they are screwed on properly.

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Is theft a problem?
PressurePro™ alerts when a Sensor is removed from the system, but as with anything, if it is installed, it can be uninstalled. However, our experience indicates that theft has not been a significant problem; after all, the black, composite-material Sensor (not a pretty stainless steel cap) which replaces the valve stem cap, is quite small and inconspicuous! However, Sensor Lock Nut Kits are available (see Catalog). The lock nut goes on the valve stem first, then the Sensor. A custom wrench tightens the Sensor so as to "jam" the lock nut against the brass Sensor bottom, making it extremely difficult to remove without the wrench.

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My Sensor was blown off in a blowout - no alert given - Why?
Instant tire failure is rare in comparison to the more common failure caused by gradual tire deflation. It is possible, during an instantaneous blowout, to have the Sensor blown off the tire before it has had a chance to send a signal to the Monitor. PressurePro™ is not designed for this type of tire failure. Tire failure is often referred to as a "blow-out", when in fact, it is due to low tire pressure, resulting in an overheating of the tire side walls to the point of disintegration. PressurePro™ will, however, alert of a low-pressure tire, thereby averting the eventual severe tire pressure loss resulting in what most people think is a blowout.

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Why doesn't my Monitor turn on?
Make sure the lighter receptacle has power. Some vehicles only have power when the vehicle is running. Check that the power cord is plugged in securely to the lighter receptacle on the Monitor. If the cigarette receptacle is always "hot", be sure all connections are secure. A red LED light on the plug is lit when cord is powered. Check fuse located in the lighter plug-in end of the cord by unscrewing the black ring (at the silver tip) of the plug. Replace only with a 2 Amp fast-blow fuse. Check the vehicle fuse controlling the power source.

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What is the cold running reference pressure?
PressurePro™ Sensors automatically access the pressure in a tire when screwed onto the valve stems. Removing the Sensor from the valve stem for 60 seconds will delete the old reference cold running pressure and allow the Sensor to accept a new cold running reference pressure when screwed back on. It is advised to install the Sensors in the early morning when temperatures are cooler, so as not to cause spurious alerts during the cooler evenings. For example, if one is travelling during the middle of the day and decides to stop to check the tire pressures with a gauge, the working pressure of the warm tires may be 15 psi higher than the early morning cold running pressure. PressurePro™ will "reset" to this new running pressure (which is higher than it should be). This may cause a false alert when cooler night temperatures occur, or when going up in the mountains where it is cooler. To correct this, unplug the Monitor to turn off the alarm if it is alerting at night, and the next morning, take each Sensor off, wait one minute, and put them back on. They will again reset to a new, lower cold running reference (baseline) pressure.

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What causes erratic pressure readings ; i.e., pressure reads higher than the actual tire pressure, then bleeds down to a pressure lower than the actual tire pressure?
This can be caused by a "weak or worn" dill valve. When the dill valve is depressed by the Sensor, a small amount of air could release into the area between the Sensor insert and the dill valve while not depressing the dill valve far enough to keep the air passage from the tire open continuously.

If the dill valve closes off air from inside the tire, then the air caught in the above-described area can be compressed to high pressures (i.e., 150 PSI). It would then stabilize at a pressure lower than the actual tire pressure (i.e., 20 PSI). If the dill valve has closed off air from the tire, then the Sensor cannot read the air pressure inside the tire. A possible solution is to replace the dill valve.

Tires and valve stems should be carefully inspected prior to installation of the system to ensure that they are in good condition. Defective valve stems must be replaced.

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Can I use PressurePro with "equalizers" I have on my duals?
Yes, systems like this can be used with PressurePro™. While the advantage of PressurePro™ is its ability to check and keep tabs on each tire individually, it is adaptable to work with other systems.

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Can I use a sealant or equalizer powder in the tire with PressurePro™
It's recommended to use a filtered Dill Valve if using sealants or equalizing substances. Sealant can plug up the valve core and shut off pressures in stems.

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What happens when I remove a sensor to inflate a tire?
Monitor will display "00" reading. After 5 minutes, the Monitor displays 3 dashes (- - -). Removing Sensors for 60 seconds allows a new "BASELINE" reading to be accepted without any further programming.

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After installation, pressure readings drop on display - actual tire pressure remains correct
The probable cause is poor interaction between the Sensor and dill valve. Try the following procedures separately, in order, until the problem is resolved:
  1) Unscrew the Sensor and again, hand-tighten and listen for the release of air to the Sensor.
        (Be sure the Sensor and valve stem are not cross-threaded.)
  2) Make sure the proper dill valve is installed in your valve stem. Replace the dill valve if necessary, as it can be worn or defective.
  3) If condition still persists, contact your Distributor/Dealer or Advantage PressurePro.

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