GENERAL MAINTENANCE
The components used to connect a vehicle and trailer are exposed,
even during normal use, to very high tensions. Regular services and
maintenance are essential for the products to function perfectly
during the entire lifespan. Clean and lubricate the coupling every
week. Retighten at 5,000 km after installation.
1.
Visually inspect the coupling equipment regularly at least once a
week or in case where the vehicle has experienced over loading or
unusual stress to ensure this has not had an effect on the
equipment. Ensure no deformation, cracks or corrosion are visible.
Deformation or cracks can arise in situations like jack-knifing,
hitting or other forces from outside. If signs or damage is found the
trailer must be disconnected and the deformed parts be replaced.
No welding or straightening of the components is allowed.
The length of the service intervals depend on the type of trailer, the
loads and climatic conditions etc. Servicing can be ideally carried
out in conjunction with other inspection of the vehicle. We
recommend to follow cycles of maintenance (page 19) and
inspection (page 3) as shown in section "INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE".
2.
At least once every year the coupling should be dismantled and
examined for wear, corrosion, cracks or deformation. Damaged or
worn parts must be replaced.
3.
If daily inspection or safety checks show that any of the wear limits
have been exceeded, or that the function of the product has been
impaired, servicing must be carried out immediately.
4.
If any of the product's wear limits have been exceeded, this is an
indication that other parts also require servicing.
5.
Check that all warning and information labels are legible and have
not been painted over, washed off, or otherwise damaged. Illegible
labels must be replaced and can be ordered from V.ORLANDI
AUSTRALIA.
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