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XL-FW1114-01 Rev. A
2. Operating Instructions
(continued)
2.2 Trailer Coupling Procedures
(continued)
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10
Fifth Wheel
Must Lift
Trailer
➠
➠
100 - 150 mm
➠
➠
➠
➠
NO GAP!
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2
3
4
Release
handle notch
is locked in
the casting
Pull handle
without using
“trigger”.
Handle should
stop against casting
➠
➠
PULL TEST
Fifth Wheel
Tilted Down
Use
LOW
Gear
Nut and Washer Snug
Against Fifth Wheel
Trailer
Brakes
Locked
Pull Forward With Tractor
➠
Fifth Wheel
Will Not Lift
Trailer
Lock jaws
completely
closed around
kinpin
Adjust trailer height so
the fifth wheel will lift the
trailer. The Trailer should
contact the fifth wheel
100 – 150 mm behind the
fifth wheel bracket pin.
SLOWLY
back into trailer.
Get out of the
tractor.
Visually check
that the fifth
wheel is locked
(steps 1-4 at right).
Do a pull test.
WARNING
The coupling procedure is not complete without a visual inspection. You must get
out of the tractor and verify that the fifth wheel is properly coupled to the kingpin
as shown below.
WARNING
If you do not obtain a proper couple, repeat the coupling sequence.
DO NOT use any fifth wheel that fails to operate properly.
