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HYDRO-Trap Operator's Manual
Wilson Trailer Company
Operators Manual for
HYDRO-Trap
This manual has been prepared to help you operate your HYDRO-Trap successfully and safely. Should you have
any questions, we ask that you contact a Wilson Trailer factory representative immediately for a clear explanation.
NOTE: Wilson Trailer constantly makes product improvement to its product line. Your trap may
vary slightly from the equipment described and/or pictures in this manual.
We thank you for expressing your confidence in us through the purchase of your new Wilson HYDRO-Trap.
We want you to know that it was designed to meet your specific needs and is built for long life and low cost
operation. With regular, proper maintenance and your common sense, we are confident that it will do so.
Additional manuals and decal kits are available without charge.
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  • Page 1 Operators Manual for HYDRO-Trap This manual has been prepared to help you operate your HYDRO-Trap successfully and safely. Should you have any questions, we ask that you contact a Wilson Trailer factory representative immediately for a clear explanation. NOTE: Wilson Trailer constantly makes product improvement to its product line. Your trap may vary slightly from the equipment described and/or pictures in this manual.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    HYDRO-Trap Operations..........3-2 Cab Wiring Kit Installation ..........4-15 HYDRO-Trap Manual Operation ......3-2 HYDRO-Trap Wireless Operation ......3-3 CONSUMER INFORMATION HYDRO-Trap Remote & Receiver Information ..3-4 Warranty Coverage ............5-1 Inspection - Step 1 ............3-5 Major Component Coverage ........5-1 Inspection - Step 2 ............3-8 Limitations and Disclaimers ........5-2...

  • Page 3: General Information

    HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual General Description The HYDRO-Trap utilizes hydraulic cylinders to open and close the traps. The hydraulic pump is powered by the tractor through the cab wiring kit with a master disconnect switch. The hydraulic traps are activated with the control panel located at the center of the trailer or by the optional remote.

  • Page 4: Safety

    HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual SAFETY Hydraulic Injection When working on a Hydraulic System, always insure hydraulic lines have been depressurized. Hydraulic injection can cause loss of fingers and even loss of life in severe cases. WARNING Hydraulic injection can seem like a bee sting. If you are ever bitten by hydraulic injection go directly to the emergency room for treatment.

  • Page 5: Operation

    Failure to do so could result in damage to receiver control box! It is required that Cab Wiring w/Disconnect switch be installed in the Tractor to Power the Hydro-Trap (WTC P/N APP04780YZ). This kit includes a Master Disconnect. It is recommended this be installed in the cab of the tractor and turned to the ON position ONLY when the traps need to be operated.

  • Page 6: Hydro-Trap Operations

    WTC recommends the Cab Wiring w/Disconnect switch be installed in the tractor to power the HYDRO-Trap (WTC P/N APP04780YZ). This kit includes a Master Disconnect. It is recommended that this be installed in the cab of the tractor and turned to the ON position ONLY when the traps need to be operational.

  • Page 7: Hydro-Trap Wireless Operation

    HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual OPERATION HYDRO-Trap Wireless Operation 1. Make sure tractor is running and all connections NOTE to trailer are hooked up. 2. Turn Master Disconnect Switch in the tractor A Shur-Co Smart 3 electric tarp (if to the “ON” position.
  • Page 8 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual OPERATION HYDRO-Trap Remote & Receiver Lights & Error Code Information RED (Error Code LED) GREEN (Signal LED) 1. When turned on the green LED on remote will flash. 2. The red LED will blink (once/second) when the remote battery gets low.

  • Page 9: Inspection - Step 1

    HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual INSPECTION HYDRO-Trap System Inspection Perform all inspections in order: No power to trailer; Add 7-way power; Add dual conductor power. This inspection assumes the common installs having a Shur-Co 4500 power tarp with a Smart 3 control module, electrical connections are Grote bullets or Deutsch connectors, tractor has 120 amp kit installed with 120 circuit breaker and disconnect switch, and a Kar-Tech receiver and KTI hydraulic pump unit installed in the apex of the trailer.
  • Page 10 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual INSPECTION Inspection Step 1: No Power to Trailer (Continued) Receiver The receiver is located towards the middle of the trailer between the hoppers. Examine power and tarp wires, and connections from the side of trailer to the receiver.
  • Page 11 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual INSPECTION Inspection Step 1: No Power to Trailer (Continued) Hydraulic Pump Unit Overall Examine fluid reservoir, pump manifold, and motor for damage or leaks. Examine bracket mount structure for cracks or loose fasteners. The hydraulic pump unit is bolted to the bracket with two bolts through the back of the unit.

  • Page 12: Inspection - Step 2

    HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual INSPECTION Inspection Step 1: No Power to Trailer (Continued) Remote Control Check remote control for damage and button operation feel with power off. Check for debris in the charging port. Hold the red power button for a few seconds to turn on the remote control.
  • Page 13 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual INSPECTION Inspection Step 2: Add 7-Way Power (Continued) 7-way power and main ground to the HYDRO-Trap system Confirm the dual conductor power disconnect switch is off and connect the dual conductor plug. This will allow testing of the connections to the inputs and outputs with a common ground but not operate the hydraulic pump unit to operate.

  • Page 14: Inspection - Step 3

    HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual INSPECTION Inspection Step 3: Add Dual Conductor Power Connect the dual conductor power to the trailer. Turn the disconnect switch to the on position. Turn off immediately if the hydraulic pump unit motor starts running. Confirm the receiver input and that the hydraulic power unit motor is NOT running.
  • Page 15 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual INSPECTION Inspection Step 3: Add Dual Conductor Power (Continued) power is solid black and it connects to the upper motor post. The upper #10-24 relay post is connected to the upper motor post with a gray wire. The lower #10-24 relay post is con- nected to the receiver by the motor relay input wire, aka the “purple wire”.

  • Page 16: General Maintenance

    APP02363AX ..............Harness, 7-way Receptacle w/Auxiliary Power Drop APP03347OM ..............Harness, HYDRO-Trap, Power & Tarp APP01648B ..............Hydraulic Fluid, Hydrex MV Arctic 15 (5 gal.) APP05225T ...............*Obsolete* Replaced by APP05225AI (Hydraulic Power Unit, HYDRO-Trap) APP05225AI ..............Hydraulic Power Unit, HYDRO-Trap, KTI GAA08280BOF ...............Manual Button Switch with Deutsch connector plug APP05225U ..............*Obsolete* Replaced by APP05225AJ (Motor Starter Relay)

  • Page 17: Hydraulic Fluid

    Petro-Canada Hydrex MV Artic 15 hydraulic fluid, which should give good performance from -20 to 120º F (-30 to 50º C) for operation outside this temperature range, or with other fluids, consult with Wilson Trailer Co. Service department. General Maintenance 4-2...

  • Page 18: Schematics

    Harness, 7-way Receptacle w/Auxiliary Power Drop (GAA-08280-BR-G) (APP-04780-OP) (APP-02363-AX) SMARTwireTM 40 Amp Circuit Breaker SMARTwireTM Dual Conductor Socket 3’-6” (APP-04780-ZD) (APP-04780-AE-Q) Harness, HYDRO-Trap, Power & Tarp (APP-03347-OM) SMARTwireTM 25’ Extension (APP-04780-YO) SMARTwireTM 6’ Extension w/5/16” Ring Terminals (APP-04780-YW) Harness, HYDRO-Trap, Power &Tarp...

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING When working on a Hydraulic System, always insure hydraulic lines have been depressurized. Hydraulic injection can cause loss of fingers and even loss of life WARNING in severe cases. Hydraulic injection can seem like a bee sting. If you are ever bitten by hydraulic injection go directly to the emergency room for treatment.
  • Page 20 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Procedures 3. 120-Amp Circuit Breaker/ Check tractor for installation of 120 amp circuit breaker. Disconnect Switch. Ensure breaker is in the set position and the disconnect switch is on for operation. Inspect parts for corrosion or loose connections.
  • Page 21 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Procedures 6. Manual Button Malfuction. Connect one manual button switch plug to the front (Continued) close receptacle. Listen for valve solenoid action upon initial connection. A malfunctioning manual button switch may trigger the valve solenoid upon connection.
  • Page 22 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Procedures Disconnect 2-way power. Cut the motor cover zip tie and 7. Motor Starter Relay (MSR). remove the cover. Examine the motor starter relay (MSR) (Continued) and the motor terminals for loose hardware or corrosion.
  • Page 23 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Procedures 7. Motor Starter Relay (MSR). Test with multimeter (Continued) A multimeter can be used to measure for motor starter relay function. Disconnect 2-pole power from the trailer before inspecting. Disconnect the gray wire from the upper #10- 24 post and check for continuity across both #10-24 posts.
  • Page 24 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Procedures 8. Main Power Cable Issue. Inspect 2-pole receptacle and plug at the front of the trailer. Inspect every smart wire connection above the kingpin. Inspect the smartwire connection and eyelets at the motor starter relay. Inspect motor starter relay and motor terminals.
  • Page 25 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Procedures 12. Smart 3 Tarp Module. Manual button issue: Disconnect the remote input Deutsch connection and ground bullet connector. Reconfigure smartwire connections so the plug from the 2-pole receptacle directly connects to the tarp module. Confirm all other tarp connections to the motor.
  • Page 26 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Procedures 15. Corroded or Separated Connection. Examine all available connections. Priority of ring terminals, bullet connections, Deutsch connectors. Systems made prior to July 2019 use bullet connectors instead of Deutsch connectors for the receiver connections.
  • Page 27 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Procedures 19. PO Check Valve. The PO check valves are located on the manifold facing towards the rear of the trailer, above and below the valve solenoids. The upper PO check valve controls the front trap and the lower PO check valve controls the rear trap.
  • Page 28 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Procedures 22. Cylinder PIston Seal Leak. Testing cylinders for leaks will involve removing hoses from the cylinder port fittings. The removed hose will need to be plugged and the exposed fitting prepared and monitored for leaking fluid. Testing will be performed on one cylinder at a time;...
  • Page 29 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Resolution Procedures 24. Relief Valve. The relief valve is on top of the manifold, towards the front Relief Valve (APP-05225-AA) of the trailer. The relief valve should be pre-set to open at 2,500 psi. Test by using a hydraulic gauge to measure output pressure.

  • Page 30: Cab Wiring Kit Installation

    HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual CAB WIRING KIT INSTALLATION Shur-Co Cab Installation Instructions - Cab Wiring - Disconnect Switch (APP04780YZ) (Shur-Co #1126492) 1705861 120 Amp Circuit Breaker, Manual Reset 4-15 General Maintenance...
  • Page 31 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual CAB WIRING KIT INSTALLATION Shur-Co Cab Installation Instructions - Cab Wiring - Disconnect Switch (APP04780YZ) (Shur-Co #1126492) General Maintenance 4-16...

  • Page 32: Consumer Information

    L I M I T E D Warranty Coverage Wilson Trailer will repair or replace, at its option, any factory-installed part that is defective in material or factory workmanship under normal use, maintenance and service. Normal use excludes any operation in excess of GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) and any use the Owner’s Manual states is not recommended.

  • Page 33: Limitations And Disclaimers

    All warranty work must preformed at a repair shop approved in advance by Wilson Trailer Company. Limitations and Disclaimers Wilson Trailer disclaims any responsibility for any loss of time or use of the parts or trailers in which the parts are installed, transportation, cargo loss, or other incidental or consequential damage. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the duration of this written warranty.

  • Page 34: Product History

    HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual PRODUCT HISTORY 2017 to March 2019 • Receiver powered from rear sill. April 2019 to September 2019 • Receiver powered from front with Deustch connections. October 2019 to Present • Receiver powered from front with APP03347OM harness.

  • Page 35: Index

    Operation, HYDRO-Trap ..........3-2 Disclaimers, Limitations and .........5-2 Operation, HYDRO-Trap Manual ........3-2 Operation, HYDRO-Trap Wireless .......3-3 Emblems, Decals and .............2-1 Error Code Information, HYDRO-Trap Remote ..3-4 Parts, Repair and Service ..........4-1 Potential Issues ..............4-4 Power Requirements ............3-1 General Description ............1-1 Procedures, Resolution ...........4-4 Guide, Hardware Install ..........4-1...
  • Page 36 HYDRO-Trap Operator’s Manual WILSON TRAILER COMPANY 4400 So. Lewis Boulevard Sioux City, Iowa 51106  Telephone 712-252-6500 800-798-2002   www.wilsontrailer.com E-Mail: sales@wilsontrailer.com HYDROTrapOM1.001 Printed May 2021...

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