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  • Page 1 USERS MANUAL Knapen Trailers knapen-trailers.eu User Manual EN | v201906...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction General 1.2 Application of a moving floor trailer Symbols in this manual Vehicle identification Trailer position indications Safety General safety rules First check after receiving the trailer Standard visual inspection before driving off Safety instructions Personal protective equipment General use of trailer Coupling Uncoupling Landing legs...
  • Page 3 User Manual EN | v201906 5.6 Operating the moving floor (B control) 5.7 Operating the moving floor (E-operation) Use of the Knapen Trailers remote control Use of the bars and upper beam 5.10 Use of sheeting systems 5.11 PowerSheet (option) ® 5.12 Sidewall protection sheet (option) Maintenance and cleaning...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    User Manual EN | v201906 Introduction General Dear driver, Congratulations on the purchase of your new moving floor trailer: An indispensable tool in your daily work. Our greatest concern is with your safety. This manual plays an important role in this. Before using the trailer for the first time, read the user manual carefully to prevent accidents and/or serious damage. If you have any questions or comments, please contact us via www.knapen-trailers.eu/contact. Soon you will unload with your trailer for the very first time: Enjoy this special moment! #KnapenUnloading We wish you many safe kilometres! Kind regards, Knapen Trailers...

  • Page 6: Application Of A Moving Floor Trailer

    Introduction Application of a moving floor trailer The Knapen Trailers moving floor is exceptionally suited for the transport of bulk goods. With a moving floor trailer, you can transport the following products: • Agricultural products • Wood products • Waste (household) •...

  • Page 7: Vehicle Identification

    User Manual EN | v201906 Vehicle identification Trailer position indications NO Description Chapter Type plate trailer KNAPEN TRAILERS BV KNAPEN SERVICE BV TEL: +31 (0)493 320 330 THE NETHERLANDS Landing legs / Type plate TEL: +31 (0)493 326 666 e4*2007/46*0302 TYPE-APPROVAL NO.
  • Page 8 Vehicle identification NO Description Chapter Electric/air connectors Hydraulic connectors Key for roof sheet Platform Roof sheet Roof sheet support Strap Side guard Receiver remote control Toolbox/storage box 4.12 Control box air suspension Operation pneumatic rear door locking device 5.1.6 Movable bulk head 5.1.2 Bars Ladder...

  • Page 9: Safety

    User Manual EN | v201906 Safety Read this chapter carefully prior to using the trailer. Always apply the following points of attention in the daily use of the trailer! General safety rules Do not Stand behind the trailer while the floor in operation (see 5.1.7). Be under the trailer while the moving floor is in operation. Stand on top of the trailer while the moving floor is in operation. Enter the trailer while the moving floor is in operation. Leave the trailer unattended while the moving floor is in operation. Block or bridge the emergency switches. Operate the floor with open protection covers.

  • Page 10: Standard Visual Inspection Before Driving Off

    Safety Standard visual inspection before driving off The visual inspection prior to driving off is very important for the safety of the driver, bystanders, and fellow road users. Points for attention are: Is the air suspension in driving position? Is there hydraulic oil leakage? Is there an audible air leak ? Are all tools such as ladders, etc., properly secured? Are the doors closed and is the pneumatic door locking device switched on? Is the sheeting system closed? Is the lighting visible (protection plate folded up), does the lighting work properly and is it clean? Do the tyres have the correct pressure and are they in good condition? Are the air bags undamaged? Is the license plate properly legible? Are there no loose parts or other circumstances that are not "correct"?

  • Page 11: Safety Instructions

    Avery 735 Silver Metallic vzv polymeer glans laminaat KENMERK KLANT AANTAL DATUM : KLANTNAAM AFMETINGEN Knapen Trailers BV 275x141 mm CONTACTPERSOON : Mevr. N Zegers KLEUREN 6/0: Process Black, PMS 2955 blauw, PMS process Cyan, PMS 485 rood, ORDERBEGELEIDER :...

  • Page 12: Personal Protective Equipment

    Safety Personal protective equipment Always follow indicated safety markings of the location! Most common safety markings Safety goggles required Wearing a welding helmet is required Face protection required Wearing a fluorescent safety vest is required Hearing protection required Wearing safety shoes is required Wearing a safety helmet is required Wearing work gloves is required Respiratory protection mandatory...

  • Page 13: General Use Of Trailer

    Make sure that nobody can get in between the trailer and the truck during coupling and uncoupling! Useful tips for saving fifth wheel grease and for ensuring that the landing legs continue to rotate slightly can be found in the Knapen Trailers Driver tips no 12 "Coupling and uncoupling".

  • Page 14: Uncoupling

    General use of trailer Uncoupling Only uncouple a trailer with a load if the load is positioned so that the trailer cannot tilt! Step Disconnect Place the truck in a straight line in front of the trailer, on a level and solid surface. Lift the trailer up to the maximum using the rear axle suspension of the truck.

  • Page 15: Landing Legs

    User Manual EN | v201906 Landing legs Landing legs can be divided into two types, namely spindle support legs and fall support legs. Spindle support legs Fall support legs The legs support the trailer when The legs support the trailer when the trailer is uncoupled and can be the trailer is uncoupled.

  • Page 16: Wheel Wedges

    General use of trailer 4.3.2 Operation of fall support legs Raise landing legs Lift the front of the trailer so no tension is exerted on the landing legs Repeat the above for the other side Lower landing legs Repeat the above for the other side Wheel wedges Warning: Do not forget to remove the wheel wedges after the trailer has been coupled and place them in the...

  • Page 17: Connectors

    User Manual EN | v201906 Connectors Tips for keeping hydraulic couplings clean can be found in the Knapen Trailers Driver Tips No 10 "Hydraulic couplings". www.knapen-trailers.eu/downloads/tips-for-drivers Connectors Air connector red, supply line Air connector yellow, control line EBS plug connection ISO 7638-1 White plug connection - 7-pole (ISO 1185, 24N) Plug connection - 15-pole (ISO 12098)
  • Page 18 Brake wear indicator* Brake cylinder marking* Axle lift (option) Mass Data Free position FREE Free position FREE * Not standard connected by Knapen Trailers Pin Connections PIN 12 PIN 14 PIN 15 Reverse light 1 Traction help (axle 1) < 5 sec.

  • Page 19: Control Box Air Suspension/Lift Axle

    User Manual EN | v201906 Control box air suspension/lift axle Warning: do not place any body parts under the lift axle while it is being lowered! 4.7.1 4.7.2 4.7.3 4.7.1 Manual height control The trailer must be attached/connected in order to operate the height control.
  • Page 20 General use of trailer 4.7.2 Control box With the WABCO control box, the height of the trailer can be adjusted and the lift axle (option) can be operated Overview buttons and functions Button Function Lift the lift axle Lift trailer Bring trailer to driving level Lower lift axle Lower trailer STOP Stop lifting/lowering Operation light 4.7.3 Smartboard This manual only describes basic functions of the WABCO Smartboard. For the complete manual, see WABCO's manual. Button Function Select next menu item or next option Confirmation and/or execution of current...
  • Page 21 User Manual EN | v201906 Smartboard main menu 1/2 Odometer: Immobiliser Brake pad wear Axle load display km reading recorded by SmartBoard - Activate BVA (brake pad wear Total axle load display - Deactivate indication) km reading: by EBS Load individual axles recorded km reading EBS journey: EBS day counter Day counter:...
  • Page 22 General use of trailer Smartboard main menu 2/2 Asphalt brake Vehicle tilt Switching options Risk of injuries due to 0.0° moving vehicle. Brake pressure Real tilt – Key setting Take all necessary (0.5 ... 6.5 bar) Max. Max. angle – Button safety precautions 7.5°...
  • Page 23 User Manual EN | v201906 Air system Schematic overview of the air system. Operation Power supply via ISO 7638 Signal light supply 24N via ISO 1185 (optional) Control line (yellow) Supply line (red) Height sensor TEBS E modulator (Premium) with integrated control unit and integrated bag pressure sensor for lift axle control External remote control, for example SmartBoard, Trailer Remote Control, ECAS control unit or ECAS control ECAS solenoid valve...

  • Page 24: Lift Axle (Option)

    Knapen Trailers saves the lift axle settings in the modulator. These settings ensure that the lift axle is automatically lifted or lowered at a certain weight.

  • Page 25: 4.10 Brakes

    User Manual EN | v201906 4.10 Brakes The EBS connector must be connected at all times for the brake system to function correctly. Work on the brake system may only be carried out by a Wabco authorised service outlet . If malfunction alert EBS/ABS is displayed in the cab, immediately take appropriate action, depending on the alert.

  • Page 26: 4.11 Lighting

    General use of trailer 4.11 Lighting Warning: Check daily whether the lighting is functioning properly. Standard lighting ISO 3731 ISO 12098 ISO 1185 of the trailer consists of: - Marking light - Sidemarker lights - Marker lights - Rear lights - License plate light Rear lights are available in different versions and configurations: When replacing lights and lighting components, pay attention to the water- tightness of the connections...

  • Page 27: 4.12 Toolbox / Storage Box

    User Manual EN | v201906 4.12 Toolbox / storage box Plastic, lockable Open Close Dimensions h x w x d 530 x 1,000 x 500 mm Loads up to 25 kg Stainless steel, lockable Open Close Dimensions h x w x d 500 x 1,000 x 500 mm Loads up to 50 kg 4.13 Self steering axle (option) A self-tracking axle is the last axle of the trailer, no 3, which...

  • Page 28: Towing Eye (Option)

    General use of trailer 4.14 Towing eye (option) 4.14.1 Standard towing eye The towing eye can be mounted on one or two sides (load: max. 3 tonnes) 4.14.2 Heavy-duty towing eye The heavy-duty towing eye is located behind the license plate, so that towing is always done from the centre. This means that forces are always well spread over the chassis. The towing eye can withstand a maximum pulling force of 10 tonnes.

  • Page 29: Use Moving Floor Trailer

    User Manual EN | v201906 Use moving floor trailer General operation For maintenance and/or cleaning of the moving floor, see Ch 6.7 In case of malfunctions of the moving floor, see Ch 7.1 5.2.1 Operation of the floor system Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 The entire moving floor 1st group of moving 2nd group of moving 3rd group of moving simultaneously slides floor profiles is pushed floor profiles is pushed...
  • Page 30 When loading, ensure that the load is not pressed against the head board. Keep a safe distance from the vehicle, see chapter 3 and operate it 1,5m with the wired remote control or the Knapen Trailers remote control. For the transport of sharp or fine-grained products it is advisable to use a floor sheet to protect the moving floor.
  • Page 31 User Manual EN | v201906 5.1.3 During loading/unloading Pay attention to the following points during loading or unloading. During unloading, slowly and gently put the system in motion (min. 90 l/min), until the load comes away from the walls. Then increase the speed by increasing the RPM. Never exceed the maximum speed of 13 strokes per minute.
  • Page 32 Use moving floor trailer 5.1.5. Temperature safety device (option) The temperature safety device of the floor interrupts the electrical contact at 70 degrees Celsius and becomes active again at 60 degrees Celsius. If the safety device is active, the floor cannot be operated electrically. Protection enabled Protection disabled 70º 60º LED active 5.1.6 Access cargo space head board (option) Entering the cargo area through the door in the head board entails a crushing hazard if the moving floor is put into operation or if the trailer starts moving.
  • Page 33 User Manual EN | v201906 5.1.8 Locking device rear doors Tips for using the pneumatic rear door locking device can be found in the Knapen Trailers driver tips no 16 "Pneumatic rear door locking device". www.knapen-trailers.eu/downloads/tips-for-drivers Depending on the type of load, (high) pressure may develop against the rear doors of your moving floor trailer.

  • Page 34: Loading Of Bulk Goods

    Use moving floor trailer Loading of bulk goods 5.2.1 Before loading Check the following points before loading: Are all wheels of the trailer in contact with the ground? Has the movable bulk head (1) been fully moved to the front? Is the sheet (2) of the movable bulkhead positioned correctly on the moving floor? Are the bars in the desired position? Is the sheeting system open? Are the doors closed correctly and is the pneumatic locking device switched on? Does the trailer have the desired height? This can be adjusted using the height control if the EBS cable is connected and the truck is in contact (see Ch 4.7). 5.2.2 During loading Observe the following points during loading:...

  • Page 35: Unloading Of Bulk Goods

    User Manual EN | v201906 Unloading of bulk goods 5.3.1 Before unloading Check the following points before unloading: Apply the parking brake Open the sheeting system (Roof sheet or PowerSheet ® Set the desired height of the trailer using the height control (see 4.7). Fold down the protection plate to protect the lights Mechanically unlock rear doors Deactivate pneumatic door locking device (see 6.1.6)

  • Page 36: Loading Pallets

    Use moving floor trailer Loading pallets Tips for loading and unloading pallets can be found in Knapen Trailers driver tips no. 21 "Loading/unloading general cargo". www.knapen-trailers.eu/downloads/tips-for-drivers When loading pallets it is important that the load does not move too far forward to prevent damage to the head board.
  • Page 37 User Manual EN | v201906 5.4.1 Loading/unloading with fork-lift Comply with the following points when loading and unloading using a forklift or hand pallet truck: An uncoupled trailer may never be loaded using a fork-lift The moving floor must be in the rearmost position. The floor system must NOT be activated with the fork-lift truck or hand pallet truck at loading and unloading. When loading/unloading at a loading platform, the floor of the trailer must be level with the loading platform. Load/unload calmly. No hard braking or acceleration is permitted. Set pallets etc. on the floor gently.

  • Page 38: Floor Sheet (Option)

    Use moving floor trailer Floor sheet (option) For transporting sharp loads that release very fine dust (for example, lime), use a roll-up sheet to protect the moving floor. When loading and unloading without roll-up sheet, avoid sharp products such as glass as this will cause unnecessary wear to the sealing. (With the exception of the Dura-Floor, see 5.4.1) The floor sheet (A) is stored under the trailer in a plastic storage tube (B) 5.5.1 Installation of the floor sheet Mounting Mount the brackets at the end of the trailer on the left (1) and right (2) Loosen the wing nut and open the bracket (3) Place the floor sheet (4) and close the tube holders (5).
  • Page 39 User Manual EN | v201906 5.5.2 Operation of the floor sheet Operation Rolling out: Pull the floor sheet manually into the trailer to put it into use. Rolling up: Connect the air wrench to the designated air connection. Gradually squeeze the air wrench to roll up the sheet again...
  • Page 40 Use moving floor trailer 5.5.3 Floor sheet position The floor sheet brackets can be placed in different positions. An operating position and a driving position. To see the rear lights properly, the floor plate must be in the upper position while driving. Operating position Driving position Switch to driving position There is one driving position (1) in the holder and there are two operating modes (2-3). Which operating position you use makes no difference. To switch between positions, simply pull out the knob and turn the bracket to the desired position.

  • Page 41: Operating The Moving Floor (B Control)

    User Manual EN | v201906 Operating the moving floor (B control) In the event of malfunctioning of the operation, see Ch 7.2 Loading or unloading can be selected using the handle located under the trailer Threaded rod Operating handle: Loading - Unloading Deutsch connector GS02 function: on/off Pressure relief valve Handle pushed in, moving floor will unload Handle in the middle position, moving floor stops Handle pulled out, moving floor will load 5.6.1 CF3 switch (switch in box on the trailer, see 2.1)

  • Page 42: Operating The Moving Floor (E-Operation)

    Use moving floor trailer Operating the moving floor (E-operation) In case of malfunctioning of the control, see Ch 7.3 Control valve E-control Threaded rod Valve G02 Function: unloading/loading Valve GS02 Function: on/off Pressure relief valve 5.7.1 CF7 switch (switch on the trailer) The CF7 is the fixed switch that is mounted in the control box and is equipped with a 3-position switch. Functions: Loading: is activated when you turn the rotary switch counter-clockwise. The rotary switch automatically returns to this position when you release it. Unloading: is activated when you turn the rotary switch clockwise.

  • Page 43: Use Of The Knapen Trailers Remote Control

    User Manual EN | v201906 Use of the Knapen Trailers remote control The Knapen Trailers remote control is supplied in three versions, the 5-function, the 6-function and the 12-function. The receiver on your trailer is powered by the lighting. The lighting must therefore be switched on to operate the system. In the event of a malfunction of the remote control, see Ch 7.5 5.8.1 Operation via the remote control The remote control uses two LED indicators, one red and one green.
  • Page 44 Use moving floor trailer Button Function Mode 12-Function remote control SYSTEM START START SYSTEM STOP STOP FLOOR "LOAD” FLOOR "UNLOAD” LIGHTS 1 LIGHTS 2 AXLE WINCH ROOF 1 "OPEN” ROOF 1 "CLOSE” ROOF 2 "OPEN” ROOF 2 "CLOSE” DOOR "OPEN” DOOR "CLOSE” Functions SYSTEM START Press the START button to switch on the receiver.
  • Page 45 User Manual EN | v201906 Mode As long as the user keeps the button pressed, the corresponding function on the receiver will remain active Functioning is the same as with a light switch in the house: pressing once is ON and the next press is OFF. Funktion Floor "Unload" 2 500mm 2x1qmm (7213-20) Floor "Load" 2pol.Buchse Close (Roof 1 / Powersheet) 2 500mm 2x1qmm (7214-20)

  • Page 46: Use Of The Bars And Upper Beam

    Use moving floor trailer Use of the bars and upper beam 5.9.1 Bars Bars must be present, in good condition and in correct positions • Make sure that the roof sheet reinforcement rests on the bar • If the block tears, put the bar at the second position. Do not tilt it • Bar positions are indicated with stickers (see 3.4) Turning away the bar Remove the locking pin Lift the bar out of the block, turn the bar towards...
  • Page 47 User Manual EN | v201906 Release top beam - Tico snap fastener Open the Tico snap fastener by pulling the handle from the upper beam Unlock the locking device on the underside. The lever serves to lock the door at the rear section The top locking device remains closed.

  • Page 48: 5.10 Use Of Sheeting Systems

    Use moving floor trailer 5.10 Use of sheeting systems It is not permitted to take part in traffic with an open, not tensioned or damaged sheeting system! It is not permitted to take part in traffic if the legal height limit is exceeded. Use correct footwear and follow safety regulations when accessing the platform.
  • Page 49 User Manual EN | v201906 5.10.3 Use of the roof sheet In the Knapen Trailers tips no 18 for moving floor trailers "Prevent damage to the roof sheet" you can find how to prevent damage to the roof sheet. www.knapen-trailers.eu/downloads/tips-for-drivers...
  • Page 50 By repairing small damage early, you prevent further tearing of the sheet or having to replace it completely. You can easily carry out the repair yourself. For this purpose Knapen Trailers is supplying a special, strong repair tape of 650 gr/m².

  • Page 51: Powersheet ® (Option)

    User Manual EN | v201906 5.11 PowerSheet (option) ® For maintenance and/or cleaning of the PowerSheet see Ch 6.9 ® In the event of a malfunction of the PowerSheet see Ch 7.4 ® 5.11.1 Standard power supply for PowerSheet ® The truck must be equipped with a separate fused power supply for providing power to the PowerSheet ®...
  • Page 52 Use moving floor trailer Casing receiver Remote control See Ch 2.1 for position Clamping profile for the sheet (1) Rubber seal for sheet (2) Strapbushing (1) Rubber seal for sheet (2) Strapreturn behind inspection cover (3) Limiterstrap for sheet (1) Spoiler against wind impact (2) 5.11.3 Operation It is not permitted to take part in traffic with a loaded trailer with an open, not tensioned or damaged sheeting system Keep the relevant button pressed until the system stops.

  • Page 53: Sidewall Protection Sheet (Option)

    User Manual EN | v201906 5.12 Sidewall protection sheet (option) Roll out Loosen the belt and elastic straps. Use the sheet stick for the elastic straps Unlock the rotating mechanism Pull out the mechanism to prevent damage during operation Turn the sheet down and take an appropriate distance for easy operation Roll up The dirty side of the sheet must be placed against the dirty side of the...

  • Page 54: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and cleaning Maintenance and cleaning Trailer maintenance instructions Observe the following safety regulations: The hydraulic system must be switched off during cleaning Let the hydraulic system cool down to 40 ° C or lower (lukewarm) before cleaning Wear safety footwear, safety goggles and safety gloves Thoroughly inspect all parts for damage or defects Make sure no water enters the hydraulic system When the trailer is cleaned with a pressure washer or with a normal jet of water avoid spraying...
  • Page 55 User Manual EN | v201906 Bottom daily weekly monthly annually Axles according to supplier's instructions Wheel hubs for heat and leakage Bearing self steering axle (optional) lubrication Brakes for wear and operation (see Ch 4.10) Shock absorbers Air bags for leaks Lift axle Axle locking valve Kingpin for wear Lines, cabling for leaks or wear...
  • Page 56 Maintenance and cleaning PowerSheet (option) ® daily weekly monthly annually Roof sheet for damage (especially with the bars) (see Ch 5.10) Roof sheet tube straight Damage to locking plate/profile Visual check cord strapreturn pulley Rubber seals front and rear Visual check spoiler Visual check springs Visual check limiterstrap Operation daily...

  • Page 57: Cleaning The Lighting System

    User Manual EN | v201906 Cleaning the lighting system In the Knapen Trailers tips for moving floor trailers no 13 "Prevent malfunctions of your lighting system" you can find how to maintain and clean your lighting system. www.knapen-trailers.eu/downloads/tips-for-drivers Check the protection cover regularly for polution. The...

  • Page 58: Pneumatic Rear Door Locking Device

    Maintenance and cleaning Pneumatic rear door locking device In the Knapen Trailers tips for moving floor trailers no 16 "Pneumatic rear door locking device" you can find how to use the rear door locking device best. www.knapen-trailers.eu/downloads/tips-for-drivers The pneumatic rear door locking device works optimally if the lock is parallel to the rear doors. If this is not the case, it is possible that the doors may not open even after unlocking. Underneath your trailer you can adjust the position of the pneumatic rear door locking device by means of the threaded rod, so that the pneumatic door locking device is again parallel to the rear doors.

  • Page 59: Check Compressed Air

    Damaged cabling, corrosion or polution in the braking system is "user damage" Cleaning the top rail In the Knapen Trailers tips for moving floor trailers no 3 "Maintaining top rail" you can find out when and in what way the upper rail must be cleaned. www.knapen-trailers.eu/downloads/tips-for-drivers If the top rail is poluted, the rollers can block and the movable bulk head will no longer continue to move.

  • Page 60: Cleaning The Moving Floor

    Maintenance and cleaning Cleaning the moving floor In the Knapen Trailers tips for moving floor drivers no. 9 "Saving costs by cleaning in time" you can find how to clean the loading floor www.knapen-trailers.eu/downloads/tips-for-drivers The degree of a polution of a moving floor can be inferred from the oil pressure of an empty trailer. Switch on the moving floor at normal speed (approx. 13 strokes per minute). The values below are indicative.
  • Page 61 User Manual EN | v201906 6.7.1 Checking floor guides Tips for timely recognition of wear on the plastic guides can be found in the Knapen Trailers driver tips no 11 "Prevention is better than cure". www.knapen-trailers.eu/downloads/tips-for-drivers Plastic guides These plastic guides support the floor profiles. When these plastic guides are worn, the bottom of the floor plank will also affect the top of the cross members.

  • Page 62: Maintenance Of Tyres And Rims

    Maintenance and cleaning Maintenance of tyres and rims In the Knapen Trailers tips for moving floor trailers no 19 "Reduce wear and additional costs related to your tyres and rims" you will find preventive measures and proper maintenance advice for your tyres and rims.
  • Page 63 User Manual EN | v201906 6.8.1 24-hour service axle supplier In the event of a breakdown, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week + 49 (0) 2262 780 www.bpw.de/en/service In the event of a breakdown, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week + 49 (0) 6095 301 247 www.safholland.com Urgent service support available 24 hours a day by calling 00800 8259 8259 (free) Netherlands/Germany + 31 (0) 40 2088 777 international www.valx.eu...

  • Page 64: Maintenance Powersheet ® (Option)

    6.10 Maintenance hydraulic system Tips for recognition of dirty oil and replacing the oil filter yourself can be found in the Knapen Trailers driver tips no 4 "The hydraulic system". www.knapen-trailers.eu/downloads/tips-for-drivers The following check is important for the life of the floor system: Check the quality of the oil;...

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    User Manual EN | v201906 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting moving floor If the floor system does not function properly, or does not function at all, despite the meticulous follow-up of the operating instructions, check the following points: System malfunction Cause Solution PTO not switched on Switch on PTO System is not working, no oil flow Block quick couplings Check quick couplings/mount correctly control valve Pressure-relief valve truck broken Replace pressure-relief valve Lighting not switched on, no power on the Switch on the lighting system Temperature protection switched on,...

  • Page 66: Emergency Control B-Control

    Troubleshooting System malfunction Cause Solution Adjust threaded rod correctly, determine Threaded rod worn cause Replace spring, determine cause Threaded rod switch spring broken Switching is stopgap solution: fill space with cable tie difficult or not possible. Switching plunger Stroke > 12 mm. 3 cylinders are all [0.5”] -> threaded rod loose, distance Fully screw in the threaded rod/end bolt completely slid in bush loose or out...

  • Page 67: Emergency Control E-Control

    User Manual EN | v201906 Emergency control E-control Make sure the doors are open before the emergency control is switched on. When using this emergency control, always ensure that, after use, it is returned to its original position. Control valve E-control Threaded rod Function: unloading/loading Function: on/off...

  • Page 68: Troubleshooting Powersheet

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting PowerSheet Always first check whether all the required plugs have been plugged in System malfunction Cause Solution Switch on the lighting. Check the The sheet is not moving No power supply receiver remote control operation of the remote control by testing one of the other electrical functions.
  • Page 69 User Manual EN | v201906 7.4.1 Error codes The error codes can be read on the motor control unit, see 5.9 PowerSheet for the position of the motor control ® unit on the trailer. The list below states the meanings of the different error codes LED status Description Note...
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting 7.4.2 Emergency procedure PowerSheet As soon as the emergency operation has been used, a certified service outlet must be contacted immediately Take appropriate safety measures before any actions are performed and carefully read this description. ATTENTION! Never let the motor control unit operate the sheet to the fully open or closed position when it is controlled directly.
  • Page 71 User Manual EN | v201906 Secure Take a small strap. Hook one side into the top hole of the Powersheet (1). Turn it once around the attachment point and hook the other end into the hole where the cable has been passed through (2). Now tension the strap so that the sheet tube is pulled against the wall (3).

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting Knapen Trailers Remote Control

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Knapen Trailers remote control The remote control consists of a transmitter and receiver Transmitter Receiver Transmitter Receiver 5/6 functions 5/6 functions 12 functions 12 functions Malfunction Cause Solution Check whether the lighting is on. No power to the receiver The system does not Check whether the emergency button is deactivated.
  • Page 73 User Manual EN | v201906 7.5.1 Replace batteries in the transmitter Requirements: 1 Small cross screwdriver 2 Batteries: 5- and 6-function remote control: 2x AAA 1.5V alkaline batteries 12-function remote control: 2x AA 1.5V alkaline batteries Step Open the battery compartment Remove the batteries from their holders Insert the new batteries. Make sure that the polarity of the battery matches the illustration on the PCB Test the transmitter's operation by checking whether the green LED blinks every time a button is pressed Now close the battery compartment cover together with the two screws (1) 7.5.2 Emergency control of the receiver In case of loss/defect or empty batteries of the transmitter, all functions can still be operated via the integrated...
  • Page 74 Troubleshooting 7.5.3 Pairing the transmitter and receiver If the transmitter or receiver needs to be replaced, it can easily be paired. This is necessary to let transmitter and receiver communicate with each other. Step The receiver is mounted in a plastic box against the chassis in the vicinity of the floor system. Remove the lid of the plastic box with a flat screwdriver. Make sure the trailer's lighting is on. Activate the emergency button so that the receiver does not get any power.

  • Page 75: Warranty

    Standard warranty : The warranty for a delivered product of Knapen Trailers is valid for a period of twelve The warranty can only be requested and granted by the months after the delivery date by Knapen Trailers.

  • Page 76: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Landing legs Spindle support leg maximum lifting load per leg 12 t, Fall support legs maximum permissible load per leg maximum static load 25 t 10 t Kingpin Kingpin 50S15 Kingpin large Ø 50 mm Mounting bolt pitch circle Ø...

  • Page 77: Floor System

    User Manual EN | v201906 Floor system System CF500 CF100 CF500 CF3 LP-2 CF600 CF800 Power speed (Leak Proof) HD-6 Bore (mm [inch]) 100 [3.9] 80 [3.15] 100 [4] 125 [4.9] 120 [4.7] 100 [3.9] Piston rod diameter (mm [inch]) 45 [1.77] 35 [1.38] 45 [1.77]...
  • Page 78 Knapen Trailers B.V. Theo van Doesburgstraat 8 5753 DL Deurne, Netherlands Postal address Postbox 343 5750 DL Deurne, Netherlands Tel: +31 (0) 493 320 330 Fax: +31 (0) 493 310 728 E-mail: knapen@knapen-trailers.nl Web: www.knapen-trailers.eu © Copyright Knapen Trailers BV 2019 All rights reserved.

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