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Tips For a Successful Installation
Before Beginning the Installation
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ntt:: Proper installation of each component onto the vehicle is critical! Refer to the Thermo King TriPac
Installation Standards Guide (TK 56498) before beginning the installation. Adhering to the installation
standards will help assure the components are installed correctly and the system operates as designed. It is
the responsibility of the installer to follow these standards.
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Read this manual to understand where components are to be located and how they are to be installed.
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Thermo King offers numerous options such as Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), Power Inverters, Hourmeters, etc.
which have separate installation instructions. These options should be installed simultaneously with the APU when
possible to help reduce overall installation time.
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Review the TriPac component drawings for important minimum/maximum dimensions and clearances that must be
taken into consideration when installing these components.
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Open all TriPac kits and inspect contents before beginning installation.
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Verify tools and special equipment required for the installation are available and in good working condition.
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Review component location diagram and discuss with the customer where each component will be installed on the
truck.
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It is recommended that one person performs the installation of all the components o
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interior from grease, dirt, etc.
APU Installation
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DO NOT weld on any part of the tractor’s frame or drill holes in the top or bottom flanges. Serious structural
damage could occur. Consult your chassis manufacturer for further information.
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The APU is designed to be mounted only to the existing frame rails. N
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Determine the best location for installing the APU on the existing chassis frame rail.
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Safely relocate any components on the chassis frame rail that interfere with the installation of the APU.
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Check clearance around APU before installing.
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The use of a motorcycle/ATV lift or modified floor jack to raise APU into position is recommended.
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Only the supplied spacer blocks and mounting claws must be used to install the APU to the chassis frame rail.
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If different mounting bolts are used they must be Grade 5 and of the correct length. DO NOT cut off excessive length
bolts.
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Verify the upper and lower APU mounting bolts are flush with the chassis frame rail before tightening.
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The mounting hardware securing the APU to the tractor’s frame must be correctly positioned and torqued using the
four-step tightening sequence described in the “APU Installation” section in this manual.
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All APU covers, guards or removable panels must be in place and installed securely while operating the system.
A/C Condenser Installation
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Always keep A/C system fittings capped and sealed until the installation of the refrigeration hoses.
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Determine the best location to mount the condenser onto the exterior of the sleeper.
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Verify all measurements before drilling any mounting holes.
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Verify there is no interference with any OEM electrical wiring, internal supports, etc. before drilling mounting holes.
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Confirm the condenser location does not interfere with the service or operation of existing tractor components.
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Provide protection to the tractor’s finish to prevent damage during the installation process.
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Use the stainless steel mounting hardware (supplied in the kit) to mount the condenser coil.
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Use the large fender washers (supplied in kit) inside the sleeper to provide additional support.
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All mounting holes must be sealed with silicone caulking to prevent moisture or fumes from entering the sleeper.
