WTE5C/WTE5HP SERIES WATER TRAILERS — SERVICE BULLETIN WT20180925 — 10/01/18 — PAGE 4
SAFETY
PROCEDURE
Axle Removal
1.
Place water trailer on
firm and level
ground (Figure 2).
DO
NOT place trailer on soft or uneven ground. Soft or uneven
ground will not allow for secure placement of hydraulic jack
or jack stands.
Figure 2. Trailer Placement
2. Position a hydraulic jack behind the tire, using the frame
(only) as a lift or contact point. The use of a wood block
is acceptable to extend the height of the hydraulic jack.
NOTICE
Only
qualified
personnel with proper training should
perform this installation. Follow all shop safety rules
when performing this installation.
NOTICE
The following step-by-step procedures are provided to
assist in the removal and replacement of the tandem
electric axle assemblies used on the Multiquip Water
Trailer models: WTE5C and WTE5HP. Both axle
assemblies will be replaced.
NOTICE
Secure trailer in accordance with Job Hazard
Analysis (JHA) 20140618-002,
Securing Trailer for
Maintenance/Repairs.
3. Raise the trailer until the tire is no longer contacting
the ground. The tire should be able to freely rotate
while maintaining a minimum clearance between the
ground and tire.
Figure 3. Jacking The Trailer
4. Next, place jack stands underneath the trailer frame.
5. Remove the tires (4) - break the wheel lug nuts (5) loose
with a ratchet (or breaker bar) and socket.
Figure 4. Removing The Tire
6. Save the lug nuts they will be used later.
7. Locate the wiring harnesses along the right and left
side of the trailer rails beneath the trailer frame.
NOTICE
DO NOT attempt to raise the trailer by jacking on
the axles or the suspension. This will cause damage
to the axles or suspension.
ALWAYS place the jack
underneath the frame to prevent bending or deformation
of the axles or suspension.
WOOD BLOCK
HYD. JACK
FRAME
