Firestone Sport Rite 9127 User manual

COMPRESSOR 9210 1
AIR TANK 9127 1
25 FT. EXTENSION HOSE 9006 1
3/8" -16 x 1" HEX BOLT 4
3/8" -16 FLANGED HEX NUT 4
3/8" FLAT WASHER 4
10 -32 x 1" MACHINE SCREW 3
10 -32 NYLON-INSERT HEX NUT 3
3/16" FLAT WASHER 6
PUSH-TO-CONNECT
1/4 NPT MALE FITTING 1
PRESSURE SWITCH 1
COMPRESSOR T-FITTING 1
TANK VALVE 1
18 FT. AIR LINE TUBING 9038 1
NYLON TIE 6
15 FT. 16 GAGE WIRE WITH 1/4"
SPADE CONNECTOR 1
QUICK-SPLICE CONNECTOR 1
FEMALE SPADE TERMINAL 1
20 AMP BLADE FUSE 1
FUSE HOLDER 1
AIR COMMAND
24-8128 03-01 NCD-5819-3
PARTS LIST
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CongratulationsonyourpurchaseofanewRide-Rite
AirCompressorAccessoryKit. Thiskitwillbeanassetto
yourvehicle,meetingnearlyanyofyourairsupplyneeds.
Please take a few minutes to read through the
instructions, identify the components, and learn how to
properlyinstallyourAirCompressorAccessoryKit.
AIR COMPRESSOR ACCESSORY KIT
TOOLS REQUIRED:
• U TILITY KNIFE • 3/8" DRILL BIT
• F LAT SCREW DRIVER • E LECTRIC DRILL
• W IRE CRIMPER / STRIPPER • 1/2" WRENCH
• (2) 9/16" OPEN - END WRENCH • 3/8" WRENCH
2047 / 2232
NOTE:
If you are planning to install the Ride-Rite Fully
Automatic control or Cab Control Height Adjustment
systems,theAirCompressorAccessoryKitandtheRide-
Riteairhelperspringskitdesignedtofityourvehiclemust
firstbeinstalled.ContactFirestoneformoreinformation.

AIR TANK
BLACK WIRE
RED WIRE TO FUSE
BOX OR OTHER
POWER SOURCE
RED WIRE
PRESSURE
SWITCH
BRASS "T"
FITTING
AIR COMPRESSOR
AIR LINE
Air Compressor Accessory Kit
WR1-760-2047
+
INFLATION VALVE
PUSH-TO-CONNECT
MALE CONNECTOR
PUSH-TO-CONNECT
MALE CONNECTOR
AirTank Attachment
VEHICLE PANEL
3/8”-16 X 1-1/2
HEX BOLTS
AIR TANK BRACKET
3/8” FLAT WASHER
3/8” LOCK NUT
Figure“A”
25' Extension Hose
AIR TANK BRACKET
AIR LINE

NOTE ON CONNECTING AIR LINETUBING
Cut the air line tubing as squarely as possible. To connect the air
line tubing to the fittings push the tubing into the fittings as far as
possible. If for any reason the tubing must be removed the collar of
thefitting can bepushedtowardthe body ofthefitting and thetubing
can be removed. Make sure the air helper springs are deflated. To
reassemblemakesurethetubingiscutsquarelyandpushbackintothe
fitting.
STEP 1
Locate the brass "T" fittings as shown in Figure "A". This fitting
has a preapplied thread sealant on the male threads. No additional
sealant is required.
Install the male threaded end into the compressor head as shown
in Figure "A". Tighten finger tight PLUS 3 1/2 turns. Next get the
pressureswitchfromyourhardwarepack. Screwthepressureswitch
into the "T" fitting as shown in Figure "A". Then attach the positive
(RED)wirefromthecompressortooneoftheterminalsonthepressure
switch. Installtherubberisolatorsandbrasssleevestothecompressor
feet (see Figure "B").
STEP 2
Select a convenient location for mounting the compressor. This
location should provide ample air flow and be protected from most airborne debris. The surface should be rigid to
supporttheunit. Someexamplesmightincludeunderthehoodonafenderwell,orinaventedstoragecompartment.
Using the template supplied, mark and drill three 1/4" holes. It is
recommendedthatburrsberemovedfromtheholessoasnottodamage
the rubber isolator. Mount the compressor using the #10 pan head
machine screws and #10 flat washers located in your hardware pack.
Assemblyoftheflatwashers,machinescrews,andlocknutareshown
in Figure "B". Proper mounting of this compressor will provide
maximumisolation. Figure"B"showsthebeforeandaftercondition
of the rubber isolator. The screw and nut should be tightened only
enoughtobottomoutonthebrassinsert. DONOTOVERTIGHTEN
furthertighteningwillcrushtheinsertandisolatorandreducevibration
isolation.
Attachtheblackwirefromthecompressortoaconvenientground
source on the vehicle. Most any metal connection point common to
the vehicle frame should be suitable.
STEP 3
Get the air tank and mount two 1/4" NPT male connectors into the air tank ports (see Figure "A").
Selectalocationformountingtheairtank. Thislocationshouldbeprotectedtopreventdamagefromflyingrocks
or debris. Mark and drill two 7/16" holes 2-1/2" apart. Bolt the tank in place using the 3/8"-16 x 1-1/2" hex bolts,
washers and lock nuts provided. Be sure clear access is provided to the two air ports. (SEE CAUTION NOTE).
CAUTION:
Theairtanksuppliedwiththiskitshouldbeprotected. Dentsorpuncturescouldcauseairleaks,personal
injury or property damage. Do not exceed 120 psi in the tank.
STEP 4
Measurealengthofairlinetubingtogofromthecompressortothetankandcutassquarelyaspossible. Aragged
or angled cut can cause a leak in the system. Do not fold or kink the air line tubing.
Figure "B"
AIR LINE
PUSH-TO-CONNECT
INFLATION VALVE
FLAT WASHER
HEX NUT
VALVE CAP
BODY OF
VEHICLE
Figure "C"
BRASS SLEEVE COMPRESSOR
FOOT
RUBBER
ISOLATOR
LOCK NUT
FLAT WASHER
COMPRESSOR
FOOT
RUBBER
ISOLATOR
VEHICLE
MOUNTING
SURFACE
FLAT
WASHER
#10 PAN
HEAD
SCREW
BRASS
SLEEVE

STEP 5
Selectapointonyourvehiclefortheinflationvalve. Thisshouldbearigidsurface,easilyaccessibleandconvenient
(examples might be a wheel well or bumper). Drill a 5/16" hole and install the inflation valve as shown in Figure
"C". Tighten the inflation valve securely and replace the cap.
NOTE: The cap should always be replaced to protect the inflation valve from dirt and debris.
STEP 6
Measurealengthofremainingairlinetubingtorunfromthetanktotheinflationvalve. Cutassquarelyaspossible
and install according to previous directions.
NOTE: We have provided 18 feet of air line tubing in this kit. Should your installation require more, or your
tubingbecomesdamaged,youshoulduse1/4"DOTapprovednylonairbraketubing. Thisisavailableatmosttruck
parts dealers.
STEP 7
Gettheredwiresuppliedinyourhardwarepack. Thiswirehasattachedtooneenda1/4"spadeconnector. Attach
this connector to the remaining stud on the compressor pressure switch. The other end of the wire is to be attached
to a positive 12 Volt D.C. supply capable of handling 20 amps. It is recommended that the connection be made to
an ignition contolled circuit. This method of connection will provide power to the compressor only when the key
is on. Consult your dealer or vehicle owners manual for proper fuse box connection.
Shouldyoudesireacircuitwhichisnotignition switch controlled a switchshouldbeplacedinthesystem. Make
suretheautomotiveswitchyoupurchaseiscapableof20ampsminimum. Turningtheswitchoffwhenthcompressor
is not needed will prevent the compressor from operating periodically and draining the battery. Consult you dealer
or vehicle owners manual for wiring diagrams.
NOTE: Should additional wire be necessary, use 16 gage multistrand wire.
YOU ARE NOW READYTOTESTTHE SYSTEM
Turn on the ignition. The air compressor will run for a short time to build up pressure in the tank. Once this air
pressure reaches approximately 120 psi in the air tank, the pressure switch will turn the compressor off. It will not
restart until the pressure in the tank drops below 90 psi.
USINGYOUR RIDE-RITE AIR COMPRESSOR ACCESSORY KIT
Your system is now ready to use. With the coiled tubing provided, attach the end with the screw style fitting to
the inflation valve. You can now use the air chuck on the opposite end to inflate Ride-Rite air helper springs, tires,
air shocks and many other items.
FILTER MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
It is recommended that the air compressor filter be inspected periodically. The frequency that the inspection
should occur depends on how often the compressor is being used. The air compressor filter is located on the head
of the compressor opposite the "Tee" air fitting. If the filter is sufficiently clogged it will require replacement. A
used filter should not be cleaned or reused. Remove the felt filter media from the inlet port. A replacement filter
is supplied with your kit. Clean residual glue from the inside of the air port on the compressor. Apply glue to the
circumference of the replacement filter and install in the inlet port.
FIRESTONE INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS
12650 HAMILTON CROSSING BOULEVARD
CARMEL, IN 46032
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