Hellwig Compressor 4880 - Manual (Page 3)

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1. Prepare the compressor for mounting by HAND-TIGHTENING the air filter
into the port on the compressor. Select a convenient mounting location for the
compressor where it will be protected from moisture and debris but has enough
air flow to keep the compressor from overheating. Mount compressor using pro-
vided hardware. Select a mounting location for the tank as close to the compres-
sor as possible. It is preferred to connect the braided stainless hose directly to the
tank. If necessary, adapters are provided with the compressor to connect nylon
hose from the tank to the compressor hose. Do not remove the braided hose or
check valve from the compressor.
2. Select a location for the level-
ing valve. Make sure that the
axle will not contact the valve or
plumbing during use. The level-
ing valve mounting bracket has
multiple holes for mounting the
valve and can be cut off if
needed to provide clearance. At-
tach mounting bracket to vehicle
bed support with supplied 5/16
bolts. See following diagrams
for valve installation.
Air Filter
4880 ( R-4880) 03/09/07