Owner’s Manual
FW31 NoLube
™
and FW33 Low
Lube Series Fifth Wheels
Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting Procedures
XL-FW10028UM-en-US Rev B
Страница 1: ...Owner s Manual FW31 NoLube and FW33 Low Lube Series Fifth Wheels Operation Maintenance and Troubleshooting Procedures XL FW10028UM en US Rev B...
Страница 2: ...not followed could lead to hindered product performance Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in property damage Indicates...
Страница 3: ...d Caution hazard alert messages The alerts provide information that can help prevent serious personal injury damage to components or both Failure to follow the instructions and safety precautions in t...
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Страница 5: ...OT considered part of the public highway system falls under this heading 4 Approved applications Van Trailers Tanker Dry Bulk Trailers Flatbed Stretch Pole Trailers End Dump Framed Trailers FW33 only...
Страница 6: ...the proper operation of the fifth wheel 4 The attachment of lifting devices 5 The transport of loads in excess of rated capacity 6 In off road applications 7 Applications other than those recommended...
Страница 7: ...he tractor parking brake 5 Visually inspect the fifth wheel throat to ensure that the locks are completely open and ready to accept the kingpin Figure 7 6 If the locks are NOT completely open Figure 7...
Страница 8: ...wheel during tight turning If it DOES NOT at a minimum the rear edges should be chamfered or radiused edges 13 Ensure that any upper coupler residual grease is free of heavy course grit 14 Ensure that...
Страница 9: ...ling in a straight line slowly back the tractor to the trailer STOP the tractor before making contact with the trailer Figure 11 IMPORTANT DO NOT make contact between the fifth wheel and trailer or da...
Страница 10: ...er the trailer until the fifth wheel makes contact IMPORTANT If the trailer is too high the kingpin will NOT properly connect with the lock jaws Failure to couple with the trailer at the proper height...
Страница 11: ...per coupler plate and the fifth wheel Figure 17 c Fifth wheel locks MUST be closed around the trailer kingpin with 1 4 6 35 mm or less gap visible between the lock jaws Figure 18 16 If proper coupling...
Страница 12: ...may result in damage to the lube plates 1 Position the tractor and trailer in straight alignment on firm level ground clear of obstacles and persons 2 Set the trailer brakes 3 Slowly back the tractor...
Страница 13: ...ease handle Figure 22 If air release is equipped pull and hold the fifth wheel release valve until the locking mechanism opens and locks into place 10 Ensure that the locking mechanism is open and the...
Страница 14: ...on to return to ride height Figure 26 9 Positioning Sliding Fifth Wheels NEVER reposition a sliding fifth wheel while the tractor trailer is in motion or on public roads Failure to avoid could cause l...
Страница 15: ...gaged Figure 28 ILS Sliders Figure 29 Severe Duty Sliders Figure 30 Traditional Sliders 5 Release the tractor parking brake while keeping the trailer brakes engaged 6 Slowly drive the tractor forward...
Страница 16: ...have been re engaged by performing a pull test Figure 35 IMPORTANT DO NOT operate the vehicle if the plungers are NOT fully engaged locked Failure to properly engage the plungers and slide base could...
Страница 17: ...dures IMPORTANT All maintenance MUST be performed while the tractor is uncoupled from the trailer Failure to properly maintain the fifth wheel could result in tractor trailer separation which if not a...
Страница 18: ...vides long wear life and corrosion protection eliminating the need for lubrication The locking mechanism of a new FW31 Series fifth wheel assembly has a thin layer of grease applied by SAF HOLLAND to...
Страница 19: ...with air release follow Steps c through h for lubrication of the air cylinder c Inspect the air cylinder tube and shaft for dents bending or other damage and replace as necessary d Activate the air c...
Страница 20: ...2 4 drops of air tool oil to the cylinder through the supply fitting Re install the supply air line Figure 43 3 Activate and de activate the air cylinder two to three 2 3 times to work the air tool o...
Страница 21: ...into the cylinder and onto the piston and verify proper operation 15 Fifth Wheel Adjustment Fifth wheel adjustments should be performed at a minimum of every 60 000 miles or if excessive movement bet...
Страница 22: ...ng it difficult to turn by hand Figure 49 5 Turn the adjustment nut one 1 additional turn clockwise to further compress the rubber washer Figure 50 IMPORTANT Over compressing the rubber washer with ad...
Страница 23: ...Verify that the locking plungers have engaged properly Figures 52 and 53 3 Tighten the adjustment bolt until it contacts the rack 4 Turn the adjustment bolt clockwise an additional 1 2 turn then tigh...
Страница 24: ...vertical movement the top plate should be removed for further inspection Refer to Section 11 for top plate removal instructions Upshock Cushions 1 Standard Cushion Figure 56 Replace if The hole is el...
Страница 25: ...erely chipped cracked or gouged Brackets 1 Standard Bracket Figure 59 and ILS Style Bracket Figure 60 Replace if The thickness of the bracket cap at the top measured approximately 1 4 6 4 mm in from t...
Страница 26: ...ice 3 Install the bracket pins through the fifth wheel casting and mounting base and secure by installing the bracket pin retention bolts and nuts Figure 62 Torque the retention fasteners to 50 60 ft...
Страница 27: ...e with the procedures in Section 13 The locks are adjusted too tightly Check lock adjustments in accordance with the procedures in Section 15 The locks may be damaged The fifth wheel MUST be rebuilt u...
Страница 28: ...Accumulated rust or grime are interfering with the lock operation Thoroughly clean the fifth wheel and re lubricate in accordance with the procedures in Section 13 The locks are adjusted too tightly C...
Страница 29: ...Right Hand RK 08415 1 Small Parts Kit including Lock Adjustment Tag and Hardware RK 351 12416 Lube Plate Inserts Pair RK 331 1 Pocket Inserts Pair RK PKT 2 20 Rebuild and Replacement Kits POSSIBLE CA...
Страница 30: ...30 XL FW10028UM en US Rev B 2021 08 04 Amendments and Errors Reserved SAF HOLLAND Inc SAF HOLLAND HOLLAND SAF and logos are trademarks of SAF HOLLAND S A SAF HOLLAND GmbH and SAF HOLLAND Inc Notes...
Страница 31: ...31 XL FW10028UM en US Rev B 2021 08 04 Amendments and Errors Reserved SAF HOLLAND Inc SAF HOLLAND HOLLAND SAF and logos are trademarks of SAF HOLLAND S A SAF HOLLAND GmbH and SAF HOLLAND Inc Notes...
Страница 32: ...nal component assembly SAF HOLLAND Original Parts are tested and designed to provide maximum performance and durability Will fits look alikes or worse yet counterfeit parts will only limit the perform...
