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Model 2200ELL Coupling
INSTALLATION
The 2200ELL Coupling is only to be used and
maintained with Premier parts listed in the
Replacement Parts Information section. Any
substitution or use of non-Premier parts in a
2200ELL Coupling will VOID ALL PRODUCT
WARRANTY.
Installation Procedure:
1. The 2200ELL Coupling must be installed to
comply with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Regulations. Specifically, Section 393.70,
Paragraph C: “Towing of Full Trailers.” Prior
to install or operation, consult with local,
State and Federal agencies, as there may
be additional applicable laws governing
installation and use of this product.
2. Make certain that the cross member the
2200ELL Coupling is to be mounted on is of
sufficient strength to withstand the load rating
of the coupling.
3. If using the 2200ELL Coupling with a 281
Air Chamber, a 267 Air Chamber Bracket
and a 271 Thimble, measure the mounting
structure thickness and cut the pushrod on
the air chamber to a length of 3 5/8” plus the
mounting structure thickness (i.e. 1/2” thick
mounting structure would equate to:
3 5/8” + 1/2” = 4 1/8” pushrod).
4. Using the Standard Installation Drawing,
measure and layout the cross member and
then drill the holes for the mounting bolts (and
pushrod if used with an air chamber).
5. Mount the 2200ELL Coupling using either
Premier’s 501 Bolt Kit and provided torque
value, or four other 3/4” grade-8 bolts and
grade-C locknuts. Only use new fasteners
when mounting couplings or drawbar eyes
and torque to SAE specifications. If using the
2200ELL Coupling with a 281 Air Chamber,
mount the chamber, 267 Air Chamber Bracket
and 271 Thimble as shown in the Standard
Installation Drawing. The two longer (2
3/4”) mounting bolts in the bolt kit are used
for mounting the coupling and air chamber
bracket to the cross member. WARNING:
Never use an air chamber on a Premier
coupling without a 271 Series Thimble.
6. Once mounted, check the latch components
for proper operation and clearances (see the
Inspection/Operation/Maintenance section
for opening and closing the latch). If the
operation of the latch components is sticky,
lubricate via the zerk fittings on the 2074EL
and 2071EL with a pump or two of grease.
Also apply a light penetrating oil to the 2075
lever rotation point. Work the latch assembly
several times to distribute the lubricants evenly
and remove any excess with a rag. Do not
apply lubricant to the pintle/hook or saddle
area of the 2200ELL Coupling.
7. Plumb the air line to the 281 Air Chamber
from the vehicle’s emergency side air supply.
NEVER use the service side air supply.
8. WARNING! Keep hands clear of the 2200ELL
Coupling during this test. Activate the
emergency side air supply by releasing the
emergency brake and visually verify that the
279 Shoe fully rotates toward the pintle.
9. If the 279 Shoe does not move, verify that
the air chamber has been connected to
the emergency side air supply and that the
pushrod length is correct.
Optional Accessories:
- 282 Air Chamber (Type-30): Larger chamber diameter provides greater shoe force compared to the 281 Air
Chamber.
- Air Chamber Brackets: 267H (3/4 in. / 19 mm), 267F (4 5/8 in. / 117 mm)
- Thimbles: 271B (4 3/8 in. / 111 mm), 271C (5 1/2 in. / 140 mm)
- 438 Drawbar Guides: Helps guide drawbar eye into coupling.
- 14014 Wear Gage (2 1/8 in.): To determine hook wear limits.
- 14026 Latch Gage: To determine latch gap limit.
- 501SPL Bolt Kit: Mounting bolts and nuts used for non-air application.
ACCESSORIES
