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AeroForce F2B Serving the Truck & Trailer Industry Since 1944 AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Attention Dealers: Please give this manual to the customer when product is delivered. Call 800-535-9545 | www.aeroindustries.com Indianapolis, IN | Omaha, NE | Kent, OH...
22, 24-26 Installing Pivot Mounts (High Mount) 23-26 Attach Tarp to Roll Up Bar Installing Tarp to Roll Up Bar, Roll Under (Standard) Installing Tarp to Roll Up Bar, Roll Over (Optional) AeroForce F2B Manual Model & Maintenance Recommendations —...
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AeroForce F2B Wind Deflectors, Tarp Housings, End Plates, Brackets, and Roll Up Bars Pages 6-11 Aluminum Lower Pivot Arm Assemblies Crank Assemblies Assemblies and Cross Arms and Covers Page 22 Pages 24-26 Pages 12-13...
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ARNIN: Always wear safety glasses during installation and operation. ARNIN: The AeroForce F2B arms move with the help of springs which must be properly released before any repairs. All spring tension must be properly released before any repairs. On website see "Properly Releasing Spring Tension"...
AeroForce F2B This manual explains how to install and maintain the AeroForce F2B tarping system. Customer: If you have any concerns or questions prior to the installation of this product, please call our Customer Service at 1-800-535-9545. Tools Required for Installation...
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 1a Installing End Plates and Wind Deflector NOTE: On manual crank installations before installing the end plates, visually check the path from the mounting plate to the crank assembly. Make sure when the chain cover is assembled it does not obstruct the door or create a hazard to the operator.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 1b Installing Tarp Housing with Trailer Mounting Bracket NOTE: On manual crank installations before installing the mounting plates, visually check the path from the mounting plate to the crank assembly. Make sure when the chain cover is assembled it does not obstruct the door or create a hazard to the operator.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 2a Installing Manual Fixed Roll Up Bar Index Description Fixed Manual Roll Up Bar 1) Figure 8-1. Unbolt and remove the shafts from both ends of fixed manual roll up bar (1). 2) On the driver's side align the fixed manual roll up bar (1) with the bearing, insert the shaft with the keyway through the bearing.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 2b Installing Electric Motor and Fixed Roll Up Bar Index Description RA/SWB Motor Fixed Electric Roll Up Bar Motor Cover 5/16-18 x 7/8 FHCS #10 x 1 Self-drilling Pan Head Figure 9-2 1) Figure 9-1. Fasten motor RA/SWB (1) to the end plate of tarp housing with three 5/16-18 x 7/8 FHCS (3).
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 2c Installing Manual Adjustable Roll Up Bar NOTE: Hardware pack is taped to roll up bar. Index Description Adjustable Manual Roll Up Bar 1/4-20 x 2 1/4 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 Nylon Hex Nut 1) Remove hardware package and tape from center of adjustable manual roll up bar, one end is loose and can slide off.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 2d Installing Electric Motor and Adjustable Roll Up Bar NOTE: Use hardware pack taped to roll up bar. Index Description Motor Winch "B" Adjustable Electric Roll Up Bar 5/16-18 x 5/8 FHCS 1/4-20 x 2 1/4 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 Nylon Hex Nut 1) Figure 11-1.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 3a Installing the Sprocket Index Description Sprocket 1) Figure 12-1. Slide the sprocket (1) over the outside of the shaft of the driver's side roll up bar. Position sprocket so that it aligns with the crank assembly sprocket.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 3c Installing the Chain and Chain Cover(s) Index Description Index Description Chain Guard Mounting Brackets Master Link #14 x 1/2 Self Drilling Screw Crank Cover Aluminum #14 x 1 Self Drilling Screw Chain Cover Lower Aluminum Crank Handle 1) Figure 13-1.
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to the DC contactor in the cab. CAUTION: Incorrect wiring can cause failure to the AeroForce F2B system and possible harm to the operator. ...
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 4a (cont.) 6) Secure the #6 wire (5) along the vehicle frame using clamp metal looms (20) and 1/4 x 3/4 pan head Phillips (13) being sure to avoid any exhaust, moving parts, or sharp edges that could damage the wire's protective coating.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 4b Install and Wire Motor for Semi-trailer Truck NOTE: Use hardware pack Motor Kit #0311-963317 1) Install receptacle at the front of the trailer. Attach the #6 wire to the butt connectors on the receptacle.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 4c Install Interior Cab Rocker Switch for Semi-trailer Truck NOTE: Use Tractor Kit #0311-963318 (#6 wire not in kit) Locate Operation/Maintenance Sheet and keep near switch. IMPORTANT: Switch is not rated for outdoor use.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 4d Wiring Diagram for Lead & Pup with Contactors Mounted on Tractor Index Description Index Description Reverse DC Contactor Wire End #14 x 3/8 Ring Term. DC Contactor Cover Plug Quick Disconnect Assembly Switch Rocker Assy for DC Contactor...
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 4e Wiring Diagram for Lead & Pup with Contactors Mounted on Trailer Index Description Index Description Reverse DC Contactor Plug Quick Disconnect Assembly DC Contactor Cover Plug Quick Disconnect Assembly Switch Rocker Assy for DC Contactor...
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 5 Pivot Mounting Options Before installing any mounting brackets, you need to decide how you want the brackets to be mounted. Because the mounting brackets are universal they can be mounted one of two ways: 1) with a 5” shelf, or 2) with a 3”...
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 5a Installing Pivot Mounts (Near the Bottom Rail) See Step 5b for installing pivots near the top rail. Equal Equal Figure 22-1 See note on page 21 for Pivot Mount drilling requirements. NOTE: Figure 22-1. Note that the pivot assembly pivot point (B) is one point of a triangle.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 5b Installing Pivot Mounts (High Mount) NOTE: Before you begin; to maximize spring tension, install pivots as low as possible on the Equal dump body. Equal Figure 23-1 NOTE: Figure 23-1. Note that the pivot assembly pivot point (B) is one point of a triangle.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 5 (cont.) Index Description 3/4-10 x 1-1/2 Bolt 3/4 Split Washer Pivot Arm Assembly Upper Arm 3/4 Flat Washer Figure 24-1 8) Figure 24-1. Mount the Pivot Arm assembly (3) onto the mount using two 3/4" bolts (1) and split washers (2).
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 5 (cont.) Index Description Binding Screws Binding Barrels Upper Arm Cross Arm Figure 25-1. Screw one binding screw (1) and barrel (2) Figure 25-1 in each hole. Use lock tight on the screws. 9d) Repeat Steps 5.8–5.9c for the other side of the truck.
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Index Description Binding Screws Step 5 (cont.) Binding Barrels Cross Arm Cross Arm Bumpers #14 x 1-1/2 Screw Tarp Taper Shim Collar Figure 26-1 Figure 26-2 11a) Figure 26-1. Slide the tarp (6) and bumpers (4) on to the cross arm (3).
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AeroForce F2B Installation Instructions Step 6a Installing Tarp to Roll Up Bar, Roll Under (Standard) NOTE: Hardware taped to roll bar Index Description Index Description Tarp 1/4 Square Nut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Pan Head 1/4 Split Lock Washer 1) Figure 27-1. Pull the loose end of the tarp (1) under the roll up bar, winding from the underside.
Electrical Connections: Check all electrical connections and tighten any that have become loose. Safety Labels: Clean labels with soap and water. Replace if damaged and/or difficult to read. Replacement Parts and instructions may be obtained from your Aero dealer or by contacting Aero Industries.
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