2. Operating Instructions
2.1 Pre-service Inspection
1
Inspect the fifth wheel mounting.
2
Make sure the
coupling area
is flat, level
and clear of
obstacles
and persons
4
Make sure the
locks are open.
2.2 Trailer Coupling Procedure
1 1
Center the kingpin with the
fifth wheel center.
3
Chock trailer wheels
Connect brake and
4
electrical lines
Support slack in lines to
5
prevent interference
6
Set trailer brakes
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3
If the locks are closed:
•
Grip handle;
•
Pull "trigger";
•
Slide back/left (to
disengage the lock);
•
Pull handle out.
2
Top view
of trailer
KINGPIN
Lubricate the
fifth wheel-to-trailer
contact surface
with grease (not
required for the
FW3310 & FW3110).
Tilt the ramps down.
Back the tractor close to the trailer and
•
Tighten loose
fasteners
•
Replace missing
fasteners
•
Repair/replace
cracked
components
TILT
DOWN
STOP
.
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