Rite-Ride 2477 - Manual (Page 4)

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HECK THE AIR SYSTEM
Once the inflation valves are installed inflate the air helper springs to 70 P.S.I. and check the fittings for air leaks with an
applied solution of soap and water. If a leak is detected at a tubing connection then check to make sure that the tube is cut as
square as possible and that it is pushed completely into the fitting. The tubing can easily be removed from the fittings by pushing
the collar towards the body of the fitting and then pulling out the tube. If a leak is detected where the male fitting screws into
the spring, remove the tubing (see trouble shooting section of the operating instruction manual for removal procedure),then
screw the elbow into the air spring one additional turn or until the leak stops. Reinstall the tubing and reinflate the air springs
and check for leaks as noted above. Further information on trouble-shooting can be found in the General Operation Instruction
book included with this kit.
This now completes the installation. Re-attach the postive battery cable and remove the wheel chocks from the rear wheels.
Before proceeding, check once again to be sure you have proper clearance around the air springs. With a load on your vehicle
and the air helper springs inflated, you must have at least 1/2" clearance around the air springs. As a general rule, the Ride-Rite
Air Helper Springs will support approximately 50 lbs. of load for each P.S.I. of inflation pressure (per pair). For example, 50
P.S.I. of inflation pressure will support a load of 2500 lbs. per pair of air helper springs. FOR BEST RIDE use only enough air
pressure in the air helper springs to level the vehicle when viewed from the side (front to rear). This amount will vary depending
on the load, location of load, condition of existing suspension and personal preference.
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Too much air pressure in the air helper springs will result in a firmer ride, while too little air pressure will allow the air helper
spring to bottom out over rough conditions. Too little air pressure will also not provide the improvement in handling that is
possible. TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 10 P.S.I. IN THE RIDE-RITE AIR HELPER
SPRINGS AT ALL TIMES.
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MIN PRESSURE 10 PSI
MAX PRESSURE (LOADED) 100 PSI
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