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Maintenance
7 Maintenance
During normal operation the OptiFlow
TM
Tail system must be checked for visible damage.
All maintenance measures are required over the entire service life of the components and should be
carried out at 6 month intervals.
Gas springs
– Check the gas springs (B) for ease of movement.
– Check if the panels
(2)
fit closely on the trailer without a gap.
Lifting rod
– Check the correct function of the top panel (1) by operating the lifting rod via the lever (A) . Check
the mechanism for ease of movement.
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The lifting rod (2) must be connected to the top panel (1) .
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If the lever (A) does not engage correctly, the clip lock may need to be replaced
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chapter „8
Spare parts“, page 20.
– Check if the position of the lifting rods (3) is vertical and the connected crossbar to the top panel (1)
is not deformed.
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Check the positioning of the door bracket to avoid further damage.
Stopper
– Check the correct alignment of the side panels (2) .
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The installed side panels
(2)
must run parallel to the outer edge.
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If you have identified a misalignment, align the side panels (2) correctly using the stopper by
adjusting the distance to the trailer’s outer edge,
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section „Mechanics and alignment“, page
13.
Fine adjustment of the stopper:
– Check if the rubber element is attached to the stopper.
– Re-tighten the torque (M8 screw – 10 +/-2 Nm).
Rust may develop on some components but will not impair the function.