AIR SUPPLY
In many instances the vehicle towing the smaller trailers does
not have an air supply. In this situation, an air supply system with
a small compressor is required. The system is very simple and will
provide excellent service if installed and maintained properly. A
fully charged battery, proper size wire, tight electrical
connections, good grounds and periodically draining the air
reservoir insures trouble free service.
START UP .. Connect trailer to the
tow vehicle and raise landing gear ( Jacks ). Remove tire stop
blocks.
- Connect the trailer electrical connection to
tow vehicle
- Turn air compressor switch to “On” position.
- Rotate Raise-Lower valve 180 deg. to “Raise”
position.
The light side of the trailer may raise first.
This is normal.
- Visually check around the trailer for
anything unusual and that the trailer is raised and level.
- You are ready to pull. Do Not Turn the
Compressor off while towing.
SHUT DOWN ..
Visually check around the trailer for anything unusual and that the
trailer is clear to lower.
- Rotate “Raise-Lower” valve 180 deg. to
“Lower” position
- Turn compressor switch to “Off” position.
- Lower landing gear ( jacks ) and place tire
stop blocks.
GOOD RULES OF THUMB:
- Whenever possible, lower trailer and shut
“Off” the compressor when parked for extended periods.
- Always have a trickle charge line from the
tow vehicle to the trailer batteries to maintain charge while
towing.
- If the compressor fails to operate, check
battery charge and ground connection first.