Introduction; Product Description - ProGear Hendrickson HN FR Series Service Manual

HN ® FR Series
SECTION 1

Introduction

This publication is intended to acquaint and assist maintenance personnel in the preventive
maintenance, service, repair and rebuild of the HN
Rescue vehicles.
NOTE Use only
It is important to read and understand the entire Technical Procedure publication prior to
performing any maintenance, service, repair, or rebuild of this product. The information in this
publication contains parts lists, safety information, product specifications, features, proper
maintenance, service, repair and rebuild instructions for the HN FR Series suspension.
Hendrickson reserves the right to make changes and improvements to its products and
publications at any time. Contact Hendrickson Tech Services for information on the latest ver-
sion of this manual at 1-866-755-5968 (toll-free U.S. and Canada), 1-630-910-2800 (outside
U.S. and Canada) or e-mail: techservices@hendrickson-intl.com.
The latest revision of this publication is also available online at
www.hendrickson-intl.com
SECTION 2

Product Description

FIGURE 2-1
HN FR Series Suspension System offers an ideal combination of stability, ride quality, light
weight, and articulation. With over a century of experience in the design and manufacturing
of heavy-duty truck suspensions, Hendrickson introduces yet another landmark product for the
fire and rescue industry. The HN FR family of rubber suspensions delivers the exceptional per-
formance that the industry has come to expect from the leader in suspension technology. With
ratings up to 58,000 pounds, the HN FR Series offers a full range of rubber suspensions to meet
the unique needs of the fire and rescue industry.
The innovative spring system allows the equalizing beam to pivot without a need for cen-
ter bushings. The bolster springs, together with rubber bushings in the equalizing beam
ends, accommodate the articulation of the axles without friction or metal-to-metal contact.
Introduction
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Hendrickson parts for servicing this suspension system.
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