Fifth
Wheel
Operating
Manual
FWOE70-02
FW0E70-03
Table of Contents
1 Component Part Identification and Specifications
1.1 Identification of component parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 Important specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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2 Operating Instructions
2.1 Pre-service inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 Trailer coupling procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3 Trailer uncoupling procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Routine Inspection and Maintenance
3.1 As Needed Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 Required Inspections and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.1 General fifth wheel inspection
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3.2.2 Inspection of locking mechanism
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3.2.3 Lock adjustment procedure
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XL-FW1083-01 1
WARNING
You must read and understand the instructions in this manual
before operating your fifth wheel.
Failure to follow all of the important operating procedures
contained in these instructions may result in a dangerous condition
or cause a dangerous condition to develop.
These instructions apply to the proper operation of your fifth wheel
only. There are other important checks, inspections, and
procedures not listed here that are necessary, prudent, and/or
required by law.
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