Warren FW-30 Operation And Maintenance Manual page 25

the FW-30 & FW-45 the center of king ping should in front of the center of the axle(s) 6 inches
when in the down position. For the FW-25HL6, the center of king ping should line up with the
center of the axle(s) when in the down position.
When aligned, place a "C"-clamp on each corner of the 5th wheel frame (a total of four clamps).
Tighten each "C"-clamp until the 5
along the tractor frame.
Get two more clamps ready. Place the hook of the overhead hoist into the 5th wheel jaws. Slowly
raise the 5th wheel plate to its maximum lifting height.
CAUTION: Keep all parts of your body away from elevating sections.
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While raising the 5 wheel, carefully observe the moving parts under the 5th wheel.
Make sure the cylinder(s), hoses and front elevator have adequate (1/4 inch) clearance
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while raising the wheel.
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CAUTION: After raising the
to secure the plate from returning to collapsed (down) position (Fig. 9a and b). Do not
depend on the hoist alone to keep the plate in raised position. Keep all pans of your body
away from elevating sections!
WARNING: The clamps are vitally important. They help keep the
position. Failure to secure the clamps properly could result in serious injury.
C CLAMP BOTH
roller wheels to
secure top plate in
raised position
Figure 9a. Securing FW-30 & FW-45 5
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Warren Elevating 5 Wheel
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wheel frame is in contact with the steel angles all the way
th wheel plate (on all models), place clamps and/or block
5
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wheel in up position for installation and maintenance
th wheel in a raised
5
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