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TRANSPORTATION
EQUIPMENT
Header Transport
Models: 530, 536, 542, 548
Serial #D67620100 & Higher
Part No. 33278

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  • Page 1 TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT Header Transport Models: 530, 536, 542, 548 Serial #D67620100 & Higher Part No. 33278...
  • Page 2 Roadrunner — Introduction Foreword This symbol identifies important safety messages. When you see it, read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury. Remember, safety instructions stated in this manual are for your protection. Read them care- fully and follow them closely when working around or using this machine.

  • Page 3: Product Information

    The information, specifications, and illustrations in the manual are on the basis of information avail- able at the time it was written. Due to continuing improvements in the design and manufacture of Unverferth products, all specifications and information contained herein are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Roadrunner — Introduction Table of Contents Foreword ............................... 2 Product Information ............................3 SECTION I Safety General Hazard Information ........................1-2 Safety Decals .............................1-3 Following Safety Instructions ........................1-4 Before Servicing ............................1-4 Before Operating ............................1-4 During Operation ............................1-5 Before Transporting ............................1-5 During Transport ............................1-5 Preparing for Emergencies ........................1-6 Wearing Protective Equipment ........................1-6 SECTION II...
  • Page 5 Roadrunner — Introduction Table of Contents SECTION III Operation General Operation Information ........................3-2 Hitching ..............................3-2 Adjustable Tongue ............................3-2 Transport Chain ............................3-3 Tires and Wheels ............................3-3 Positioning Head On Transport ........................3-4 Lower Bar Adjustment ........................3-5 Upper Bar Adjustment ........................3-6 Tie-Down Kit #30501 ..........................3-7 Grain Platform Knife Storage ........................3-10 Lights ...............................3-11 Electric Brakes ............................3-12...
  • Page 6 Roadrunner — Introduction Table of Contents SECTION IV Maintenance General Maintenance Information ......................4-2 Grease Gun Lube Points Lube Cycle ....................4-2 Miscellaneous Lube Points .........................4-2 Front Pivot Thrust Bearing ........................4-3 Hub Maintenance ............................4-3 Brake Cleaning and Inspection .........................4-4 Brake Lubrication..........................4-4 Magnets ..............................4-4 Shoes and Linings ..........................4-5 How to Measure Voltage ...........................4-5 How to Measure Amperage ........................4-6...

  • Page 7: Section I

    Roadrunner — Safety SECTION I Safety General Hazard Information ........................1-2 Safety Decals .............................1-3 Following Safety Instructions ........................1-4 Before Servicing ............................1-4 Before Operating ............................1-4 During Operation ............................1-5 Before Transporting ............................1-5 During Transport ............................1-5 Preparing for Emergencies ........................1-6 Wearing Protective Equipment ........................1-6...

  • Page 8: General Hazard Information

    It is said that, “the best kind of a safety device is a careful operator.” We, at Unverferth Mfg. Co., Inc. ask that you be that kind of operator.

  • Page 9: Safety Decals

    Roadrunner — Safety Safety Decals • Replace lost, damaged, painted, oR unReadable decals immediately. if paRts that have decals aRe Replaced, also make suRe to install new DECALS. THESE DECALS INFORM AND REMIND THE OPERATOR WITH OPERATIONAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY MESSAGES. PART NO.

  • Page 10: Following Safety Instructions

    Roadrunner — Safety Following Safety Instructions • Read and understand this operator’s manual before operating. • All machinery should be operated only by trained and authorized personnel. • To prevent machine damage, use only attachments and service parts approved by the manufacturer.

  • Page 11: During Operation

    Roadrunner — Safety During Operation • Regulate speed to field conditions. Maintain complete control at all times. • Never lubricate equipment when in operation. • Use extreme care when operating close to ditches, fences, or on hillsides. • Do not leave towing vehicle unattended with engine running. •...

  • Page 12: Preparing For Emergencies

    Roadrunner — Safety Preparing for Emergencies • Keep a first aid kit and properly rated fire extinguisher nearby. • Keep emergency numbers for fire, rescue, and poison control personnel near the phone. Wearing Protective Equipment • Wear clothing and personal protective equipment appropriate for the job.

  • Page 13: Set Up

    Roadrunner — Set Up SECTION II Set Up General Set Up Information ........................2-2 Tongue ...............................2-2 Frame .................................2-3 Rubber Cushioned Axles Set Up & Alignment ..................2-3 Tires and Wheels ............................2-4 Arm Installation ............................2-5 Fender Installation .............................2-5 Truss Bar Assembly — All Units ......................2-6 Upper Rest Bar ............................2-9 Rest Bracket ............................2-10 Tie-Down Package ...........................2-11...

  • Page 14: General Set Up Information

    Roadrunner — Set Up General Set Up Information For your safety, and the safety of others, use proper tools and equipment and always use safe working procedures. Refer to these instructions before starting any work on your machine. • The procedures for assembling this unit were intended for two or more people. For ease of assembly, install all hardware loosely until assembly is complete and then tighten according to “Torque Chart”...

  • Page 15: Frame

    Roadrunner — Set Up Frame NOTE: For ease of assembly, install all hardware FIG. 2-2 loosely until assembly of frame is complete. Use a safe lifting device with a minimum 1500 lbs. capacity to position the front and rear frames a few feet apart. Secure front and rear frames together us- ing the 3/4”-10UNC x 2 3/4”...

  • Page 16: Tires And Wheels

    Roadrunner — Set Up Rubber Cushioned Axles Set Up & Alignment (continued) It is possible to adjust the position of the rear axles. Install 2 axles in 2nd from last set of holes, see FIG. 2-4. Additional forward posi- tions can be used to change weight distribu- tion, or to avoid possible interference with certain heads.

  • Page 17: Arm Installation

    Roadrunner — Set Up Arm Installation NOTE: Install the front and rear arms first. Insert the bolt in the lower hole of the large channel through the frame hole as shown. OPERATING POSITION Pin the link to the frame. If unsure of the hole to utilize, insert in the middle hole and adjust according to the instructions later on in this section.

  • Page 18: Truss Bar Assembly - All Units

    Roadrunner — Set Up Truss Bar Assembly — All Units Install the truss support on the front most Front of cross tube as shown in FIG. 2-7. Truss Bar Truss Bar Rear of Truss Bar FIG. 2-7 Inspect the front truss rod ends. The end with the most threads goes towards the front of the machine.
  • Page 19 Roadrunner — Set Up Truss Bar Assembly — All Units (continued) Connect the front and rear truss rods together with coupler (31594) as shown in Rear Front Truss Rod FIG. 2-9. It may be necessary to lubricate Truss Rod couplers for easy assembly. NOTE: The couplers should be tightened com- pletely during assembly.
  • Page 20 Roadrunner — Set Up Truss Bar Assembly — All Units (continued) NOTE: Factory assembled units have a crown of 1 inch. FRONT To determine proper tensioning, measure height from ground to under frame, just behind rear axle (see FIG. 2-12). Then measure ground to frame clearance just behind front tires.

  • Page 21: Upper Rest Bar

    Roadrunner — Set Up Upper Rest Bar Loosen hardware on all arm straps. See FIG. 2-14 FIG. 2-14. Support Arm Install upper rest bar, position so front Strap end of tube is even with rear of the gooseneck. Once positioned, retighten all strap hardware (FIG.

  • Page 22: Rest Bracket

    Roadrunner — Set Up Rest Bracket Using the 2’ winch bar, lift the “Lock” up FIG. 2-15 to release the strap. Release Position the rest brackets on the 6” x 4” Latch Lock support tube and thread strap around the 6”...
  • Page 23 Roadrunner — Set Up Tie-Down Kit #30501 The tie down brackets consist of two heavy-duty strap assemblies which secure current de- sign headers to the transport. For proper installation follow steps as shown. FIG. 2-16 OM-00557 Loosen strap by pulling up ratchet handle and lock in open position (FIG. 2-16). •...

  • Page 24: Wiring Harness

    Please see federal regulation 49 CFR 562; available at www.govinfo.gov for US federal FIG. 2-18 Route Wire law requirements. Harness through See your Unverferth dealer for additional brack- hole on front side ets, reflectors, or lights to meet your require- of goose- ments. neck For brake operation and maintenance, refer to the brake system manual 97962 or www.
  • Page 25 Roadrunner — Set Up Wiring Harness (continued) Connect the wire harness to the Brake Connect wires Cluster Harness. See FIG. 2-20. Cable Ties Exit tongue and route Wire Har- ness through fender plate fig. 2-20 NOTE: Make sure pigtails are routed on top of welded ears and use cable ties to secure wire harness in place.
  • Page 26 Roadrunner — Set Up Wiring Harness (continued) Brake-away Kit Store extra Attach break-away switch to top of goose- harness inside Self-drilling neck using self-drilling screw, see figure gooseneck screw 3-7. Connect wire harness to break-away wire harness. Place wire harnesses inside gooseneck for storage.

  • Page 27: Upper Bar Mount Light Bar Installation

    Roadrunner — Set Up Upper Bar Mount Light Bar Installation Connect the rear harness to the mid-light FIG. 2-25 harness (31815). Route harness up arm brace and on top of bushing and plate on underside of arm. See FIG. 2-25. Route Wire Harness under arm and on top of plate and bushing...
  • Page 28 Roadrunner — Set Up Upper Bar Mount Light Bar Installation (continued) Route wire harness around the front of the arm and continue to route along the transport tube towards the rear of frame. See FIG. 2-26. Route Wire Harness around front of arm NOTE: If installing the Frame Mount Light Kit, refer to page 2-19.
  • Page 29 Roadrunner — Set Up Upper Bar Mount Light Bar Installation (continued) Once secured, angle light bar so wire har- FIG. 2-29 ness can be routed through end of light mounting arm. Slide wire harness through Light Mounting Arm hole on underside of light mounting arm. See FIG.
  • Page 30 Roadrunner — Set Up Upper Bar Mount Light Bar Installation (continued) With light bar wire harness in place, FIG. 2-31 remove top and bottom bolts on the opposite side of backing plate on light bar. Attach light bar to light mounting arm using bolts removed, see FIG.

  • Page 31: Frame Mount Light Bar (Optional) Installation

    Roadrunner — Set Up Frame Mount Light Bar (Optional) Installation Disconnect the wire harness extending down the length of the top bar from the light bar wire harness. Remove the Channels that secure the wire harness to the top bar. Dispose of Channels and Self-Drilling Screws.

  • Page 32: Vin Light Bar & Brake Harness Installation

    Roadrunner — Set Up VIN Light Bar & Brake Harness Installation NOTE: VIN package #31758 is an optional Remove bolts and FIG. 2-36 package that includes license plate holder, rear discard plate running lights, and reflective decals. Remove the top bolts that hold the light bar to the light mounting arm.
  • Page 33 Roadrunner — Set Up VIN Light Bar & Brake Harness Installation (continued) Connect battery harness to wire harness and tuck wire harnesses inside frame. FIG. 2-39 Locate battery over frame hole and wire harnesses. Secure in place using self- drilling screws. See FIG. 2-39. Self-drilling Screws Place battery over hole and wire harnesses There will be a harness which will exit...
  • Page 34 Roadrunner — Set Up VIN Light Bar & Brake Harness Installation (continued) 2-BRAKE SYSTEM 4-BRAKE SYSTEM Connect rear harness (32062 - 30’ & 36’ Connect rear harness (32062 - 30’ & or 32063 - 42’ & 48’) to 2-wheel brake 36’...
  • Page 35 Roadrunner — Set Up VIN Light Bar & Brake Harness Installation (continued) Attach HEADER TRANSPORT and wiring FIG. 2-44 harness to tow vehicle and test the lights (FIG. 2-44): Attach to Tow Vehicle CHECK: Tail Lights, Brake Lights, Left Turn Signal, Left Turn Signal with Brakes, Right Turn Signal, Right Turn Signal with Brakes NOTE: If any check fails, check wiring harness on tow vehicle for proper wiring.

  • Page 36: Initial Adjustments

    Roadrunner — Set Up Initial Adjustments NOTE: Be sure upper rest bar is in appropriate position for operating. OPERATING POSITION SHIPPING POSITION FIG. 2-45 Upper Rest Bar Horizontal Adjustment (Optional fourth arm is available on all units.) Adjust the arms from front-to-rear. FIG.
  • Page 37 Roadrunner — Set Up Initial Adjustments (continued) Vertical Adjustment Raise upper rest tube using a lifting device OM-03943 FIG. 2-47 rated at a minimum of 1000 lbs. capacity to support weight of upper bar so that pins in arms can easily be removed (FIG. 2-47).
  • Page 38 Roadrunner — Set Up Initial Adjustments (continued) Lateral Adjustment Remove the hex nuts, flat washers, and strap from the center support arm only. Loosen the front and rear support arm strap hex nuts and flat washers so that the upper rest bar slides freely. REMOVE NOTE: For best performance and flexibility of the unit, it is recommended that the front of...

  • Page 39: Rest Brackets

    Roadrunner — Set Up Initial Adjustments (continued) Rest Brackets • falling oR loweRing headeR can cause seRious inJuRy oR death. do not ADJUST THE UNIT WHILE THE HEADER IS ABOvE OR ON TRANSPORT. Horizontal Adjustment 1. Remove hairpin (92424) and 2’ winch bar (32279) from rest bracket storage position (FIG.
  • Page 40 Roadrunner — Set Up Initial Adjustments (continued) Reposition the rest brackets. With the strap attached to the back of the rest FIG. 2-53 bracket (FIG. 2-53), re-tighten the strap securely and re-lock the latch. Using the supplied winch bar, tighten the strap to the strongest possible winch notch to properly secure the rest pads to the lower rest tube.
  • Page 41 Roadrunner — Set Up Initial Adjustments (continued) Raised Position Release the strap pressure using the winch bar. RAISED POSITION Raise the rest brackets and insert the formed pins (900568) (FIG. 2-55). Align the strap and thread it under the rest bracket and below FRONT vIEW the cross member and into the winch.
  • Page 42 Roadrunner — Set Up Initial Adjustments (continued) Riser Side Plates NOTE: Current fitment photos are viewable at https://www.umequip.com/header-transports/ roadrunner/ The riser side plates (32893B) are used on most corn heads or when the header main cross-member can not rest directly on the rest bracket. The riser side plates are not used for most grain platforms.

  • Page 43: Spare Tire (Optional)

    Roadrunner — Set Up Spare Tire (Optional) Attach spare tire channel weldment to the rear frame using u-bolts and locknuts (FIG. FIG. 2-57 2-57 and FIG. 2-58). Lower the winch cable. Attach the wheel and tire assembly. Winch the wheel and tire assembly up tight to the winch bracket so the tire lies between the frame tubes as shown FIG.

  • Page 44: Pintle And Ball Hitches (Optional)

    Roadrunner — Set Up Pintle and Ball Hitches (Optional) • FALLING OBJECTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT WORK UNDER THE MACHINE AT ANY TIME WHILE BEING HOISTED. BE SURE ALL LIFTING DEvICES AND SUPPORTS ARE RATED FOR THE LOADS BEING HOISTED. THESE ASSEMBLY instRuctions will RequiRe safe lifting devices up to 100 lbs.

  • Page 45: Upper Bar Landing Pad (Optional)

    Roadrunner — Set Up Upper Bar Landing Pad (Optional) Upper bar landing pads are recommended for corn heads with short feet on underside of snouts to provide a wider area for foot to rest on and ease process of setting head on cart. KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF PINCH POINT AREAS.
  • Page 46 Roadrunner — Set Up Upper Bar Landing Pad (Optional) (continued) Evenly space the remaining plates along the upper bar. Center the rear plate between the rear axle and the end of the upper rest bar with the hat strap being placed behind the current wiring. (FIG.
  • Page 47 Roadrunner — Operation SECTION III Operation General Operation Information ........................3-2 Hitching ..............................3-2 Adjustable Tongue ............................3-2 Transport Chain ............................3-3 Tires and Wheels ............................3-3 Positioning Head On Transport ........................3-4 Lower Bar Adjustment ........................3-5 Upper Bar Adjustment ........................3-6 Tie-Down Kit #30501 ..........................3-7 Grain Platform Knife Storage ........................3-10 Lights ...............................3-11 Electric Brakes ............................3-12 Brakes ...............................3-12...

  • Page 48: General Operation Information

    Roadrunner — Operation General Operation Information • READ AND UNDERSTAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING OR SERvICING THIS MACHINE. REvIEW “SAFETY” SECTION IN THIS MANUAL IF NECESSARY. • FALLING OR LOWERING HEADER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT ADJUST UNIT WHILE HEADER IS ABOvE OR ON TRANSPORT.

  • Page 49: Transport Chain

    Roadrunner — Operation Transport Chain • always use tRanspoRt chains when tRanspoRting implements. failuRe to USE TRANSPORT CHAINS COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE IF IMPLE- MENTS BECOME DISENGAGED. NOTE: Transport chains should have a rating equal to the gross weight of implement and head. Cross transport chains and connect to towing vehicle as shown in FIG.

  • Page 50: Positioning Head On Transport

    Roadrunner — Operation Positioning Head On Transport for proper fitment of the head onto the transport, go to www.umequip.com/header-transports/roadrunner/ and click on the “fitments” tab in the middle of the page. • be suRe tRanspoRt is attached to towing vehicle oR that the wheels ARE BLOCKED BEFORE POSITIONING HEADER ON TRANSPORT.

  • Page 51: Lower Bar Adjustment

    Roadrunner — Operation Positioning Head On Transport (continued) Lower Bar Adjustment Position header over transport so that lower rest tube of transport is directly below the frame tube of header. Remove header and make necessary adjustments vertically and laterally to the lower rest brackets. It is recommended that the rest brackets be positioned under the header main support frame, cross frame tube, frame support stiff- ener, feeder house support frame or header support shoe as needed (refer to “Initial...

  • Page 52: Upper Bar Adjustment

    Roadrunner — Operation Positioning Head On Transport (continued) FALLING OR LOWERING HEADER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT • ADJUST THE UNIT WHILE THE HEADER IS ABOvE OR ON THE TRANSPORT. Upper Bar Adjustment Place the header over the unit (Do not lower) and check for adjustments needed to position the upper rest bar.

  • Page 53: Tie-Down Kit #30501

    Roadrunner — Operation Tie-Down Kit #30501 The information shown is intended to provide general direction for various applications. Spe- cific situations may vary, and the operator is ultimately responsible to make sure they attach the tie downs properly for their combine head in a safe and effective manner. •...
  • Page 54 Roadrunner — Operation Tie-Down Kit #30501 (continued) Attach tie strap hook through any mainframe hole on header as shown in figures 3-7A through 3-7G. Remove slack in strap, rotate ratchet handle until webbing is TIGHTLY DRAWN and header is held to transport. FIG.
  • Page 55 Roadrunner — Operation Tie-Down Kit #30501 (continued) JOHN DEERE CORN HEAD FIG. 3-8 Attach tie-down to lower frame as shown in FIG. 3-8. JOHN DEERE CORN HEAD JOHN DEERE 600 SERIES STALKMASTER CHOPPING CORN HEAD Attach tie-down to lower frame as shown FIG.

  • Page 56: Grain Platform Knife Storage

    ALWAYS TRAvEL AT A SPEED WHICH PERMITS COMPLETE CONTROL OF THE TOW- ING vEHICLE AND IMPLEMENT. Grain Platform Knife Storage An additional feature of the Unverferth HEADER TRANSPORT is a storage area for a spare cutter knife. To use this, simply remove the hitch pin (with clip) from the end of the upper support tube and insert knife into tube.

  • Page 57: Lights

    Please see federal regulation 49 CFR 562; available at www.govinfo.gov for US federal law requirements. See your Unverferth dealer for additional brackets, reflectors, or lights to meet your requirements. Rear Mounted Light Bar Adjust lights by removing wire harness...

  • Page 58: Electric Brakes

    Roadrunner — Operation Electric Brakes Brakes Brakes need to be readjusted after an initial break in period. Refer to brake system opera- tor’s manual for additional information. Visit www.dexteraxle.com. Set Up For proper performance, all new axles should have the following checked at the specified intervals: - Wheel Nut Torque: at 10, 25, and 50 miles - Brake Adjustment: at 200 and 3,000 miles...

  • Page 59: Operation

    Roadrunner — Operation Electric Brakes (continued) Operation Your trailer brakes are designed to work in synchronization with your tow vehicle brakes. Never use your tow vehicle or trailer brakes alone to stop the combined load. Your brake controller must be set up according to the manufacturer’s recommendations to ensure proper synchronization between the tow vehicle and the trailer.

  • Page 60: Synchronize The Brakes

    Roadrunner — Operation Electric Brakes (continued) Synchronize the Brakes To insure safe brake performance and synchronization, read the brake controller manufacturer’s instructions completely before attempting any synchronization procedure. • befoRe Road testing, make suRe the aRea is cleaR of vehiculaR and pe- DESTRIAN TRAFFIC.

  • Page 61: Brake Adjustment

    Roadrunner — Operation Electric Brakes (continued) Brake Adjustment Brakes should be adjusted (1) after the first 200 miles of operation when the brake shoes and drums have “seated,” (2) at 3,000 mile intervals, (3) or as use and performance requires. The brakes should be adjusted in the following manner: •...
  • Page 62 Roadrunner — Operation Notes 3-16...
  • Page 63 Roadrunner — Maintenance SECTION IV Maintenance General Maintenance Information ......................4-2 Grease Gun Lube Points Lube Cycle ....................4-2 Miscellaneous Lube Points .........................4-2 Front Pivot Thrust Bearing ........................4-3 Hub Maintenance ............................4-3 Brake Cleaning and Inspection .........................4-4 Brake Lubrication..........................4-4 Magnets ..............................4-4 Shoes and Linings ..........................4-5 How to Measure Voltage ...........................4-5 How to Measure Amperage ........................4-6 Brake Drum Inspection ..........................4-7...

  • Page 64: General Maintenance Information

    Roadrunner — Maintenance General Maintenance Information For running gear and bearing longevity, as well as ease of operation, periodic lubrication is essential. This also helps to flush out moisture and dirt. Lubricate with an SAE multi- purpose grease. Grease Gun Lube Points Lube Cycle Tongue Pin (Front Axle) - 1 Point Grease Once/Year Tongue...

  • Page 65: Front Pivot Thrust Bearing

    Roadrunner — Maintenance Front Pivot Thrust Bearing The thrust bearing located between the front axle and the fifth wheel arm should be cleaned, greased, and adjusted once per season. The front axle must be removed from the fifth wheel arm and thrust bearing removed for proper lubrication. Periodically during usage, check the following: Tongue pivot pin.

  • Page 66: Brake Cleaning And Inspection

    Roadrunner — Maintenance Brake Cleaning and Inspection Your header transport brakes must be inspected and serviced immediately if a loss of perfor- mance is experienced. With normal use, servicing at one year intervals is usually adequate. With increased usage, this work should be performed more frequently as required. Magnets and shoes must be changed when they become excessively worn or scored, a condition which can reduce vehicle braking.

  • Page 67: Shoes And Linings

    Roadrunner — Maintenance Brake Cleaning and Inspection Shoes and Linings A simple visual inspection of your brake lin- ings will tell if they are usable. Replacement FIG. 4-5 is necessary if the lining is worn (to within 1/16” or less), contaminated with grease or oil, or abnormally scored or gouged.

  • Page 68: How To Measure Amperage

    Roadrunner — Maintenance How to Measure Amperage System amperage is the current flowing in the system when all the magnets are energized. The amperage will vary in proportion to the voltage. The engine of the tow vehicle should be running with the trailer connected when checking the trailer braking system.

  • Page 69: Brake Drum Inspection

    Roadrunner — Maintenance Brake Drum Inspection The drum surface should be inspected for excessive wear or heavy scoring. If worn more than .020” oversized, or the drum has worn out of round by more than .015”, then the drum surface should be re-machined. If scoring or other wear is greater than .090” on the diameter, the drum must be replaced.

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting - Brakes

    Roadrunner — Maintenance Troubleshooting — Brakes Most electric brake malfunctions, that cannot be corrected by either brake adjustments or synchronization adjustments, can generally be traced to electrical system failure. Voltmeters and ammeters are essential tools for proper troubleshooting of electric brakes. Mechanical causes are ordinarily obvious, i.e.

  • Page 71: Wheels And Tires

    Roadrunner — Maintenance Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque Requirements • impRopeRly toRqued wheel nuts/bolts can cause a loss of implement contRol and machine damage. toRque wheel nuts/bolts to values in table. check toRque befoRe use, afteR one houR of unloaded use oR afteR fiRst load, and each load until wheel nuts/bolts maintain toRque value.

  • Page 72: Tire Warranty

    Roadrunner — Maintenance Wheels and Tires (continued) Tire Warranty For questions regarding new tire warranty, please contact your local original equipment tire dealer. Used tires carry no warranty. Following are phone numbers and Websites for your convenience: Firestone www.firestoneag.com Carlisle www.carlisletire.com Phone 800-847-3364 Phone 800-260-7959...
  • Page 73 Roadrunner — Maintenance Wiring Harness #31868 for 30’ Units — Electrical Schematic 4-11...
  • Page 74 Roadrunner — Maintenance Wiring Harness #31815 for 36’, 42’ & 48’ Units — Electrical Schematic 4-12...
  • Page 75 Roadrunner — Maintenance Wiring Harness #32051 — Electrical Schematic 4-13...
  • Page 76 Roadrunner — Maintenance Wiring Harness #32062 for 30’ & 36’ Units — Electrical Schematic 4-14...
  • Page 77 Roadrunner — Maintenance Wiring Harness #32063 for 42’ & 48’ Units — Electrical Schematic 4-15...
  • Page 78 Roadrunner — Maintenance Brake Wiring Harness #900635 — Electrical Schematic 4-16...
  • Page 79 Roadrunner — Maintenance Brake Wiring Harness #900632 — Electrical Schematic 4-17...
  • Page 80 Roadrunner — Maintenance Wiring Harness #900661 for Units Less Brakes — Electrical Schematic 4-18...
  • Page 81 Roadrunner — Maintenance Wiring Harness #900662 for Units Less Brakes — Electrical Schematic 4-19...
  • Page 82 Roadrunner — Maintenance Light Bar Harness #31811— Electrical Schematic 4-20...
  • Page 83 Roadrunner — Maintenance Front Axle with Brakes — Electrical Schematic #902264 4-21...
  • Page 84 Roadrunner — Maintenance Notes 4-22...
  • Page 85 Roadrunner — Parts SECTION V Parts Extendible Tongue Components .........................5-2 Hitch Option Components ..........................5-3 Front Frame Components..........................5-4 Suspension Front Axle Less Brakes Components ..................5-6 Suspension Front Axle With Brakes Components ..................5-7 Fender & Tire Components ........................5-8 Rear Frame & Upper Tube Components....................5-10 Rest Bracket Components ........................5-14 Arm Assembly Upper Bar Components ....................5-16 Tie-Down Components..................

  • Page 86: Extendible Tongue Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Extendible Tongue Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 30534B Extendible Tongue Assembly =Black= 30534G Extendible Tongue Assembly =Green= Includes Items 2-8 30534R Extendible Tongue Assembly =Red= 105919B Detent Latch Assembly 9390-155 Capscrew 3/4”-10UNC x 5”...

  • Page 87: Hitch Option Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Hitch Option Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 31024B Pintle Hitch Adapter (Optional) Includes Items 99 - 103 30811B Spacer/Tube 9390-155 Capscrew 3/4”-10UNC x 5” Grade 5 9390-157 Capscrew 3/4”-10UNC x 6”...

  • Page 88: Front Frame Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Front Frame Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing.
  • Page 89 Roadrunner — Parts Front Frame Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 33244B A-Frame Assembly w/Decals =Black= all units with 6 brakes 33244G A-Frame Assembly w/Decals =GREEN= (Includes Items 1 Through 16)

  • Page 90: Suspension Front Axle Less Brakes Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Suspension Front Axle Less Brakes Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 33245B Suspension Front Axle 7000# Idler (8-Bolt) =Black= Includes Items 1 Through 14 91160 Grease Zerk, 1/4-28 STT 9008548 Slotted Nut, 1”-14UNS G2...

  • Page 91: Suspension Front Axle With Brakes Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Suspension Front Axle With Brakes Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 33246B Suspension Front Axle 7000# Idler (8-Bolt) =Black= Includes Items 1 Through 17 97349 Brake Cluster RH/Electric...

  • Page 92: Fender & Tire Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Fender & Tire Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing.
  • Page 93 Roadrunner — Parts Fender & Tire Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 9800 Lock Nut/Top, 1/2”-13UNC 900513 Grommet, 1/4W x 2” Dia. Groove 9807 Lock Nut/Top, 5/16”-18UNC 9390-031 Capscrew, 5/16”-18UNC x 1 1/4” G5 9405-070 Flat Washer, 5/16”...

  • Page 94: Rear Frame & Upper Tube Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Rear Frame & Upper Tube Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. 5-10...
  • Page 95 Roadrunner — Parts Rear Frame & Upper Tube Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 106629B Tube 5x3 (RRHT30’) =Black= For 30’ Units 106629G Tube 5x3 (RRHT30’) =Green= Includes Items 2 Through 9 106629R Tube 5x3 (RRHT30’) =Red=...
  • Page 96 Roadrunner — Parts Rear Frame & Upper Tube Components (continued) Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 33277B Rear Frame W/Decals =BLACK= For 30’ & 36’ Units 33277G Rear Frame W/Decals =GREEN= Includes Items 28 Through 31...
  • Page 97 Roadrunner — Parts Rear Frame & Upper Tube Components (continued) Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 32288B Upper Tube 8x4 Assembly =Black= For 48’ Units with 8 x 4 Tubes 32288G Upper Tube 8x4 Assembly =Green=...

  • Page 98: Rest Bracket Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Rest Bracket Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. 5-14...
  • Page 99 Roadrunner — Parts Rest Bracket Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. NOTES 33099B Pair of Rest Bracket Assemblies 32894B Rest Bracket Assembly Includes Items 2 through 18 9398-019 Elastic Locknut 5/8-11UNC...

  • Page 100: Arm Assembly Upper Bar Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Arm Assembly Upper Bar Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 33281B Arm Assembly Upper Bar Includes Items 1-9 30114 Channel 3/8” x 8” x 9” 33263B Support Arm Weldment 92270 Hitch Hair Pin 5/8 x 6”...

  • Page 101: Tie-Down Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Tie-Down Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 30501 Tie-Down Assembly (PAIR) 103076 Hitch Pin 5/8” Dia. x 5 3/4” 30485 Pipe 3 15/16” Long 30544B Tie-Down Bracket Weldment...

  • Page 102: Truss Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Truss Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. om04322 5-18...
  • Page 103 Roadrunner — Parts Truss Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 30’ & 36’ 42’ & 48’ UNITS UNITS 31594 Coupler 31595B Front Truss Rod, 1 1/4-7UNC Thread 31596B Rear Truss Rod, 1 1/4-7UNC Thread...

  • Page 104: Wire Harness Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Wire Harness Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 31868 Wire Harness, 75” Straight For 30’ Units 31815 Wire Harness, 204” Straight For 36’, 42’, 48’ Units 32051 Wire Harness, 396” T-Y...

  • Page 105: Spare Tire Components (Optional)

    Roadrunner — Parts Spare Tire Components (Optional) Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION NOTES 33274B Spare Tire Kit with Mounting Bracket TIRE 235/85x16 902702 Wheel/Tire 6x16 / ST235/85x16 98859 Trailer Wheel (Only) 6 x 16...
  • Page 106 Roadrunner — Parts 93” Rubber Cushioned Trailing Arm Axle & 8-Bolt Hub Components With Brakes Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. 5-22...
  • Page 107 Roadrunner — Parts 93” Rubber Cushioned Trailing Arm Axle & 8-Bolt Hub Components With Brakes Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY PER AXLE 33241B Axle Assembly With Brakes (8-Bolt) 9501096 Drum Assembly with Bearings, Nuts, Seals, and Cap 91822 Bearing Cone 1.75"...
  • Page 108 Roadrunner — Parts 93” Rubber Cushioned Trailing Arm Axle & 8-Bolt Hub Components Less Brakes Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. 5-24...
  • Page 109 Roadrunner — Parts 93” Rubber Cushioned Trailing Arm Axle & 8-Bolt Hub Components Less Brakes Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY PER AXLE 33242B Axle Assembly Less Brakes (8-Bolt) 9500159 Bumper - Rubber 3.94" Dia.

  • Page 110: Light Bar Components

    Roadrunner — Parts Light Bar Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. 5-26...
  • Page 111 Roadrunner — Parts Light Bar Components Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 31826G Retro Fit Light Kit - Mounts To Rear Of Upper Bar =Green= Includes Items 1 through 19 31826R Retro Fit Light Kit - Mounts To Rear Of Upper Bar =Red=...
  • Page 112 Roadrunner — Parts Light Bar Components (continued) Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 31904G Upper Mount Light Bar Kit =Green= - Upper Bar Mounted For 3 x 5 or 3 x 6...

  • Page 113: Break Away Kit

    Roadrunner — Parts Break Away Kit Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES 31932 Break Away Kit All Units with Brakes 97489 Split-Ring 902238 Flange Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3 Grade 5 9936 Locknut, 1/4-20UNC...

  • Page 114: Landing Pad Kits (Optional)

    Roadrunner — Parts Landing Pad Kits (Optional) Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 30’/36’ UNITS 42’/48’ UNITS Kit 33182B Kit 33183B 33182B Upper Bar Landing Pad Kit for 3x5 & 3x6 Upper Rest Bar...

  • Page 115: Vin Package #31758 (Optional)

    Roadrunner — Parts VIN Package #31758 (Optional) Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES Includes license plate holder, running lights 31758 VIN PACKAGE and reflective decals 25003 Conspicuity Marking, 18” 31793B Mounting Plate...

  • Page 116: Upper Bar Support Arm Extension Kit #33891B For Macdon Draper (Option)

    Roadrunner — Parts Upper Bar Support Arm Extension Kit #33891B For Mac Don Draper (Option) Please visit www.unverferth.com/parts/ for the most current parts listing. ITEM 33695@ 33948 5 29/32 REF 4 1/2 REF FINISH: WEIGHT PAINT SQ MAT'L 123.9 lbmass...
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