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Zero Radius Side Loader
Operation
4.0
Optional Equipment
4.1
Pusher or Tag Axle
NOTE
The following information is for auxiliary
axles installed by McNeilus Truck and
Manufacturing, Inc. Refer to chassis
manufacturer information for axle installed
by the chassis manufacturer or a third party.
The auxiliary axle down force is controlled by regulated air
pressure to the axle suspension air springs. The regulated
air pressure is preset at the factory to a common pressure
setting. Determine the actual regulated air pressure by
driving the vehicle over a truck scale at the various weights
the vehicle will be operated at up to the GVWR as shown on
the Final Stage Manufacturer Label located on the driver’s
side cab doorjamb (see Section 2 in the Foreword). Adjust
the regulated air pressure according to the auxiliary axle
manufacturer’s pressure/weight chart located in the cab
information packet supplied with the vehicle. The air pressure
gauge is located in the cab of the vehicle and may also be
located outside of the cab.
Always follow your company’s policies and procedures when
adjusting the air pressure. If you have any questions, call
McNeilus Parts and Service branches at 888-686-7278.
A tag axle is mounted behind the rear drive axle. A pusher axle
is mounted in front of the rear drive axle. They are considered
auxiliary axles. The pusher or tag axle is raised and lowered
by switches located on the cab control box. When the vehicle
is placed in reverse drive gear, the axles will raise.
NOTE
Only lower the pusher or tag axle after you
have started your route. Never lower the
axles when the Packer is empty. When
emptying the Packer the pusher axle must
be in the RAISED position and the tag axle in
LOWERED position.
4.1.1
Lowering the Pusher or Tag Axle
1.
Bring the truck to a complete stop and apply the parking
brake (refer to the chassis manufacturer’s procedure).
2.
Press the PUSHER or TAG AXLE LOWER button.
3.
Resume normal operations.
4.1.2
Raising the Pusher or Tag Axle
1.
Bring the truck to a complete stop and apply the parking
brake (refer to the chassis manufacturer’s procedure).
2.
Press the PUSHER or TAG AXLE RAISE button.
3.
Resume normal operations.
