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Re: Compressor gets hot and blows line

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Originally Posted by IndySam View Post
In good practice to connect the pressure relief valve and pressure switch directly to the compressor with brass fittings. This helps isolate the hose from the heat. The more metal between the hose and the compressor the better.
Not only is it good practice, but the relief valve is required to be teed to the compressor with a metal fitting by rule.