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MODELS 23AR, 25AR, 30AR TRAILER AIR-RIDE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS IMPORTANT This booklet MUST ACCOMPANY the trailer when delivered to the end user. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS...
SAFETY PROCEDURES SAFETY IS FIRST Be sure to read and follow all installation and maintenance procedures. WARNING If these procedures and specifications are not followed damage to the suspension or axle could occur. Failure to follow these procedures helmet could result in accident with consequent injury. WELDING When welding, be sure to wear all personal protective equipment for face and eyes, and have...
PERSONAL LIFTING Practice safe lifting procedures. Consider size, shape, and weight of assemblies. Obtain help or the assistance of a crane when lifting heavy assemblies. Make sure the path of travel is clear. OVERLOADING Overloading of the suspension system or its components is the practice of transporting car- gos that surpass the specified vehicle’s ratings.
U-BOLT INSTALLATION U-BOLT 1. U-BOLT installation and torquing should be Torquing Sequence done only after completion of axle weld. Be sure to provide sufficient cooling time before applying torque wrench. FIRST ..205 NM (150 ft lbs) 1*2*3*4 (shown below) SECOND ..410 NM (300 ft lbs) 4*3*2*1 THIRD..650 NM (480 ft lbs) 4*3*2*1...
AIR CONTROL HEIGHT CONTROL VALVE Height Control Valves regulate the mounting height (ride height) of the suspension. Ride Height (Inches) 1. One height control valve (HCV) is used, regardless of the number of axles. The air springs on each side of the trailer are connected by 9.5 mm (3/8”) minimum diameter tubing (customer supplied).
ALIGNMENT Alignment Procedure ALIGNMENT 1. Release the brake system and pull the trailer forwards and backwards several times in a straight line to free the suspen- sion from binding and tension. NOTE: This procedure must be performed on a smooth level surface. 2.
REY-ALIGN DETAILS Care must be taken to ensure that the Rey-Align option is installed correctly. Adjustment Shaft (#5) Optional NOTE: IMPORTANT! When installing the Weld Location disc spring washers, the “CONCAVE” side MUST FACE the surface of the hanger, and the “CONVEX” side MUST FACE the nut.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE ROUGH RIDE Check the suspension ride height. Be sure the suspension is operating at the proper height. If too high, over inflation of the bags will be evident. Ensure the opposite is not occurring (no air in air springs) and correct as required. Normal Operation Air Bag Over-Inflated Air Bag LOOSE PIVOT CONNECTION...
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Typical Plumbing Diagram Air Suspension with Trailer Air Supply Height Control Valve 1. Bags won’t inflate (A) Check air supply at the height control valve. If supply is good, (B) check to see if air is going thru the valve Filter when it is actuated.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE DUMP VALVE PROBLEMS BUSHING WALK CAUTION: Due to the geometry of all trailing This is indicated by the trailing beams shifting beam air ride suspensions, the trailer will move off of the bushings. forward when the air is exhausted. Check alignment.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Model 23AR/25AR/30AR Suspensions, by design, require a minimum of maintenance. All suspension systems require periodic checks to assure continued, trouble-free performance. REYCO RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 1. Pre-service inspection. 2. First service inspection, after 1600-4,800 km, (1,000-3,000 miles). 3. PM inspections, concurrently with required annual inspection.
INSTALLATION SUPPLEMENT INSTALLATION SUPPLEMENT #IS-CA121599 (rev b) REF: 23/25/30 AR DATE: December 15, 1999 SUBJECT: SUSPENSIONS Rey Align™ Pivot Shaft Sleeve Part Number 23674-01 EFFECTIVE: Immediately Tuthill Transport Technologies is continuing to improve their products. Through continued testing of compo- nents to improve their effectiveness and integrity, Tuthill Transport Technologies recommends the following pro- cedure be followed before assembly and final torque of all Rey Align™...
LIMITED WARRANTY REYCO-GRANNING 23AR/25AR/30AR SERIES AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS Tuthill Transport Technologies (The Company) warrants suspension products manufactured by it to be free from defect in material and workmanship which occur under normal use and service subject to the following conditions and limita- tions: 1.
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7. Retention of possession or use of the product for the warranty period shall constitute an unconditional acceptance thereof and fulfillment of all warranties and obligations of The Company and no assistance rendered by The Company in operating the product or remedying any defect either before or after that time shall operate to extend the warranty period.
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