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SWAPLOADER U.S.A., LTD. TO THE CUSTOMER Your new SwapLoader Hoist was carefully designed and manufactured to give years of dependable service. To keep it operating efficiently, read the instructions in this manual thoroughly. It contains detailed descriptions and instructions for the efficient operation and maintenance of your SwapLoader.
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SWAPLOADER LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT SwapLoader U.S.A., Ltd., (SwapLoader), warrants to the original purchaser of any new SwapLoader product sold by an authorized SwapLoader distributor or service center, that such products are free of defects in material and workmanship. All SwapLoader products with an original factory in-service date of August 1, 2023, or later qualify for warranty as defined in this Limited Warranty Statement.
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Coverage Start Date: Derived from the completed warranty registration at www.swaploader.com/warranty-registration/. In the event warranty registration is not completed, the factory ship date will be used. Items under “hoists” or “manufactured components” on page 1 are allowed a 12-month period between factory shipment and in service date to account for distributor stock.
SAFETY SUGGESTIONS Do not operate or service this equipment until you have been properly trained and instructed in its use and have read the operation and service manual. Do not operate this equipment on uneven ground. Do not drive with the hoist in the dump position or with the hook to the rear.
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Make sure work area is clear of people and obstacles prior to dumping or unloading containers. SwapLoader strongly recommends that a back up alarm be installed on the truck chassis. The operation of the hook hoist is that the truck is backed up to the body to pick it up and so there is a potential pinch point between the body and the hook.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION 90P07 OPERATION & SERVICE MANUAL 90P08 HOIST-BODY SPECIFICATIONS 90P09 HYDRAULIC OIL SPECIFICATIONS 90P10 HYDRAULIC OIL FLAMMABLE 90P11 HOIST FALLING 90P13 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 90P18 RELIEF VALVE 90P52 PROP DECAL 90P78 HIGH-PRESSURE FLUID The following is a list of all the Swaploader Safety Decals, and their part numbers. Please use when reordering replacement decals.
INITIAL INSPECTION When the SwapLoader hoist is received from the factory, you should inspect the hoist for damage, which may have occurred in shipment. If damage has occurred, you should contact the shipper immediately. Be sure to note any damage or missing items on bill of Lading. You should then check the hoist to insure you have received all the parts as indicated by the Packing List and the Ship Loose Box List.
HOIST INSTALLATION TO TRUCK CHASSIS Place the SL-400 hoist assembly on the truck chassis. The truck chassis mounting surface should be flat without any steps or protrusions. If necessary shim bars need to be added to ensure a flat surface on which to support hoist. The truck chassis should meet the following minimum specifications (See Figures A): RBM for each frame channel: 2,000,000 in.-lb.
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There are two types of mount brackets used on the Model SL-400 hoist as indicated in Figure B or Drawing No. 44H86. They are the angle brackets (89H46), and the mid brackets (Pt. No. 89H51). Figure B Locate the mount brackets on the side of the hoist as indicated in Figure B. These dimensions are flexible because of possible interference with chassis components.
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Weld the mount brackets to the hoist mainframe as indicated on Figures C thru E. You may need to modify the mount brackets or add shim plates to allow for variances in the width of the truck chassis as well as to allow for top rivets, stepped channels, etc. Figure C Figure D SL-400.INS...
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Figure E Note: Prior to any welding, consult the truck manufacturer for any special precautions that may need to be taken. Typically, the batteries must be disconnected and the ground lead from the welder should be connected as close as possible to the part being welded to avoid the possibility of arching across bearings, gears, etc.
CONTROLS INSTALLATION - MANUAL Attach the valve mount bracket (Pt. No. 41H01) to the mainframe as indicated on Dwg. No. 90H57 with the fasteners provided (See Drawing 42H97). Mount the hydraulic control valve assembly (Pt. No. 20P88) to the valve mount bracket as shown on Drawing No.
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Attach the control cables to the control levers and route the cable through the holes in the cab. Install the control levers in the console. Levers should be installed such that when the levers are pushed forward the control cable is extended. See Drawing No. 90H57 (Manual Control Assembly) for control lever orientation.
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INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FOR A HYDRAULIC CONTROL CABLE TO HYDRAULIC VALVE WITH BONNET CONNECTION KIT 1. Turn .750-16 UNF Jam Nut entire length of Threaded Hub back over the Cable. Place Flange onto Sleeve. 2. Turn Flange/Sleeve Assembly entire length of Threaded Hub back over the Cable. 3.
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CONTROLS INSTALLATION - AIR SHIFT (OPTION) Attach the valve mount bracket (Pt. No. 40H01) to the mainframe as indicated on Drawing No. 90H58 with the fasteners provided. Mount the hydraulic control valve assembly (Pt. No. 20P88) to the valve mount bracket as shown on Drawing No.
HYDRAULIC TANK INSTALLATION Select a location to mount the hydraulic tank. Reference Figure F or Drawing No. 90H57 for the suggested location of the hydraulic tank to the rear of the control valve assembly on the left-hand side of the truck. The hydraulic hoses have been sized for the tank to be mounted in this general area.
P.T.O. SELECTION The next step is to select and install a direct drive type P.T.O. to the transmission. Please contact your local truck equipment representative for the correct unit sized on the following criteria: P.T.O. Torque Rating: 200 ft.-lbs. (See Note 1) Power at 1500 RPM: 57 H.P.
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HOW TO IDENTIFY WHAT PUMP IS NEEDED The SwapLoader factory supplied pump is a bushing style gear pump, because of the pressure requirements of the SwapLoader hooklift hoist. By design the bushing style pumps are single rotation (rotation specific). All SwapLoader hooklift hoists come standard with a CCW (left hand rotation pump), which will work for most manual transmission applications.
PUMP INSTALLATION Install the hydraulic pump to the P.T.O. (Bolts are not provided). Install the hydraulic fittings into ports on the hydraulic pump as shown on Drawing No. 91H04. Connect the suction hose assembly to the hydraulic tank (1 1/2" I.D. hose) and route to the hydraulic pump in as short and straight line as possible.
START UP PROCEDURE Fill the hydraulic tank with hydraulic oil (see oil specification in Maintenance Section.) Prime the pump by loosening the clamp on the suction hose at the pump. Pull the hose back off the fitting till the air is bled from the line. Push the hose back on the fitting and retighten the clamp.
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Fill out pre-delivery checklist and warranty card and mail to SwapLoader U.S.A., Ltd. NOTE: Failure to fill out and return warranty card within 15 days of installation may possibly void the warranty. CAUTION: The SwapLoader hoist must be used with bodies or containers that properly fit the front hook and the rear hold-downs (See figure S288).
STABILIZER INSTALLATION (OPTION) The hoist installation for a unit with the stabilizer option is much the same as that for the standard unit except that a three section hydraulic control valve is used. (See Drawing No. 90H68 for Manual Control or Drawing No. 90H69 for Air Controls for the correct installation and plumbing diagrams for a hoist with three control circuits in the Option section of the Parts List pages of the manual).
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Note: Prior to any welding, consult the truck manufacturer for any special precautions that may need to be taken. Typically the batteries must be disconnected and the ground lead from the welder should be connected as close as possible to the part being welded to avoid the possibility of arching across bearings, gears, etc.
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REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY (52H11) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Review all directions and diagrams provided before starting bumper installation. 2. Trim truck frame to indicated dimensions (See Fig. 1). These dimensions will facilitate the mounting of the rear light assembly if it is also being mounted. Measure the distance from the bottom of the truck frame to the ground (NOTE: This should be performed on a level surface).
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REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY (52H11) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Weld the bumper weldment to the vertical channels (See Fig. 1 & 3). ADDITIONAL NOTES: 1. Prior to any welding, consult the truck manufacture for any special precautions that may need to be taken.
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REAR BUMPER ASS’Y w/ EXTENSIONS (52H11 with 52H13 Extensions) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Review all directions and diagrams provided before starting bumper installation. 2. Trim truck frame to indicated dimensions (See Fig. 1). These dimensions will facilitate the mounting of the rear light assembly if it is also being mounted. Measure the distance from the bottom of the truck frame to the ground (NOTE: This should be performed on a level surface).
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REAR BUMPER ASS’Y w/ EXTENSIONS (52H11 with 52H13 Extensions) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Weld the bumper weldment to the vertical channels (See Fig. 1 & 3). ADDITIONAL NOTES: 1. Prior to any welding, consult the truck manufacture for any special precautions that may need to be taken.
CONTAINER VARIABILITY SYSTEM ASSEMBLY (42H70) [Hoist Models: SL-330, SL-375, SL-400, SL-405 & SL-406] INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Review all directions and diagrams provided before starting the C.V.S. installation. Attach the base plate bracket [Part No. 86H76 to the C.V.S. sub-assembly [Part No. 12H01] with fasteners provided (See drawing 42H70 Section View A-A).
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Page 2 of 7 Once the 12P93 hose length is adjusted, install between the C.V.S. hydraulic valve and the hydraulic tank fittings (See drawing 90H88), and tighten. Remove the 90 degree hydraulic fitting [Part No. 11P06] that connects from the upper bulkhead fitting inside the mainframe to the 12P03 hydraulic hose that runs to the jib lockout valve (See drawing 90H55 &...
FENDER ASSEMBLY, SINGLE AXLE Aluminum (10H93) / Steel (11H13) (Diamond Plate Only) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Review all directions and diagrams provided before starting fender installation. 2. Center fender above tire using block to maintain the proper height. Fender should be approximately 5” above tire to allow for suspension movement (See Fig.
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FENDER ASSEMBLY, SINGLE AXLE Aluminum (10H93) / Steel (11H13) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 4. Mark mounting holes through the fender bracket weldment onto the fender. Remove the bracket and drill 7/16” dia. Holes in fender (See FIG. 3). 5. Attach fender bracket weldments to fender using fasteners provided. 6.
FENDER ASSEMBLY, TANDEM AXLE Steel (11H14) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Review all directions and diagrams provided before starting fender installation. 2. Center fender above tire using block to maintain the proper height. Fender should be approximately 6” above tire to allow for suspension movement (See Fig. 1). A maximum width of 48”...
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FENDER ASSEMBLY, TANDEM AXLE Steel (11H14) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 4. Mark mounting holes through the fender bracket weldment onto the fender. Remove the bracket and drill 7/16” dia. Holes in fender (See FIG. 3). 5. Attach fender bracket weldments to fender using fasteners provided. 6.
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REAR LIGHT BAR ASSEMBLY (51H68) INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Review all directions and diagrams provided before starting rear light bar installation. 2. Trim truck frame to indicated dimensions (See Fig. 1). This step may have already been preformed if a bumper was previously installed. 3.
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REAR LIGHT BAR ASSEMBLY (51H68) 8. Mount junction box on the back left side of center plate (See Fig. 2), using the fasteners provided (See Fig. 3). 9. Route all wire harnesses into the junction box. Wire harnesses must enter the junction box through a compression fitting (Based on the size of the wire harness, choose a compression fitting with an appropriately sized grommet).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS During all operations of the SwapLoader, the speed of the engine should be maintained at 1,000 to 1,200 RPM, assuming the ratio of the Power Take Off is about 100%. LOADING A CONTAINER Engage the P.T.O. (Refer to P.T.O. manual for operation). FRONT LOWER/LOAD EXTEND...
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WARNING: Make sure work area is clear of people and obstacles prior to dumping or unloading containers. SwapLoader strongly recommends that a back up alarm be installed on the truck chassis. The operation of the hook hoist is that the truck is backed up to the body to pick it up and so there is a potential pinch point between the body and the hook.
PLACING A CONTAINER ON THE GROUND Move the sliding jib all the way back (right control backward) until mechanical jib latches unlock. Tilt the arm backwards (left control backward). When the container touches the ground, release the brakes to free the truck for forward movement caused by the container. Rotate jib all the way till the container touches the ground.
WARNING: (CONTINUED) DON'T DRIVE WITH THE HOIST IN THE DUMP POSITION OR WITH THE HOOK TILTED BACK. OPERATING THE STABILIZER If loading or unloading a heavy container that would cause the front end of the truck to lift off the ground, then a stabilizer should be utilized if the unit is equipped with one. When Loading a Container the stabilizer should be lowered between steps 3 &...
CHANGING HOOK HEIGHTS 54” to 61-3/4” Jib Height Adjustment Procedure: CAUTION: The following is the recommended procedure for changing hook heights on the adjustable jib from 54” to 61-3/4” heights. Failure to follow and adhere to this procedure may result in possible property damage and/or personal injury.
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Changing Hook Height from 54” to 61-3/4” Continued: Tilt the telescopic arm rearward (left control lever backward). See Fig. A (Pg. 3-1). Continue to tilt telescopic arm rearward until the dump cylinders are fully extended. Replace lock pin and secure with hitch pin. Lock pin secured with hitch pin WARNING:...
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CHANGING HOOK HEIGHTS 61-3/4” to 54” Jib Height Adjustment Procedure: CAUTION: The following is the recommended procedure for changing hook heights on the adjustable jib from 61-3/4” to 54” heights. Failure to follow and adhere to this procedure may result in possible property damage and/or personal injury.
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Changing Hook Height from 61-3/4” to 54” Continued: Extend the jib toward the cab (right control lever forward). See Fig. A (Pg. 3-1). With the telescopic jib fully extended in the transport position (as shown); replace the lock pin and secure with hitch pin. Lock pin secured with hitch pin WARNING:...
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS WEEKLY SERVICE - (50 OPERATIONS) Lubricate with grease (Refer to Lubrication Diagram) Lifting hook on jib Jib slide - top, bottom, and side guides Check hydraulic oil level. With the hoist in the transport position (lift cylinders retracted and jib cylinder extended –...
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HYDRAULIC OIL SPECIFICATION & INTERCHANGE CHART Select an ISO grade of Premium Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil that is optimum for your location. HYDRAULIC OIL SELECTION CHART Ambient Temperature Range Viscosity ISO Grade °F °C SUS @ 100 °F -10 to 85 -23 to 29 150-170 10 to 110...
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MAST LOCK INSPECTION & ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS All SwapLoader hook-lift hoists come with a mast lock (safety latch) assembly that is located on the bottom side of the outer tube. When the jib is extended the mast lock then engages the latch bars (forks) on the pivot joint, making the jib, outer tube, and pivot joint into a continuous member for raising the container or body up into a dump mode.
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ADJUSTMENT If after inspecting all mast lock components and making any necessary repairs the gap between the mast lock and latch bars on the pivot joint is still incorrect, then an adjustment will need to be made. Please complete the following steps: 1.
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JIB LOCKOUT VALVE INSPECTION & ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS All SwapLoader hook-lift hoists have a jib lockout valve (see illustration below) to prevent accidental operation of the telescopic jib, while the hoist is up in a dump mode. Because the jib lockout valve can block the flow of hydraulic oil to the jib cylinder, should the valve come out of adjustment the telescopic jib may experience a reduction in extension or retraction speed to the point of stalling out.
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Mainframe (Ref) Valve Mount Valve Ramp 1/8" to 3/16" of Base Mainframe Roller Exposed Adjustment Screw Valve Mount (Ref) Bracket Valve Ramp Jib Lockout Side Side Valve View View Mount Bracket Mount Bracket Screw (2-Typ) Valve Screw (2-Typ) Pivot Joint Valve Mount (Ref) Bracket...
PRESSURE CHECK INSTRUCTIONS When performing a pressure check on a SwapLoader hook-lift hoist, we recommend that you use a calibrated pressure gauge that reads pressures up to 3,500 PSI (a 0 to 5,000 PSI range gauge is recommended). As a minimum, the gauge should have 100 PSI graduation marks (50 PSI is preferred), and a 3 inch diameter dial size (4 inch dial is preferred).
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2. Remove the female JIC #4 cap from the male JIC #4 adapter and attach the pressure gauge to the hydraulic control valve (see illustration below). SWL P/N: 10P37 2500 2000 3000 1500 3500 Hydraulic Adapter 1000 4000 4500 MP/MJIC 90° (-4-4) 5000 Pressure Gauge Hyd Control Valve Ass'y...
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The illustration below is a typical hoist clamp assembly for the SwapLoader 400 series hoist models. For optimum performance out of your SwapLoader SL-400 hooklift the gap between the top of the jib horizontal tube and the top inside surface of the outer tube should be kept between 1/16”...
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DISC-LOCK WASHER PARTS PER 42H03 SUB-WELDMENT TORQUE SPEC'S ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION WT-lb./ea. SAE GR 8 BOLT ASS'Y TORQUE SIZE 41H81 FRONT GUIDE, 400 SERIES 4.49 (FT-LBS) 41H87 MAIN FRAME WELDMENT 1150.64 7/16 42H01 PIN, MF/CYL 3 x 5-3/4 13.12 42H11 JIB LOCKOUT MNT WDMT, 5x4-1/4 2.42...
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PARTS PER 42H02 WELDMENT ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION WT-lb./ea. 40H71 PIN CAP, 13/16 x 4-3/4 2.25 40H84 PIN, PJ/MF 3 x 8 16.97 41H91 PIVOT JOINT WELDMENT 642.98 41H99 PIN, PJ/OT 3 x 5-7/8 11.86 61H94 ROLLER SPACER, 2-1/4ODx11/16 0.56 80P09 ROLLER ASSY, 6-1/4"x2-1/4ID 34.11...
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DISC-LOCK WASHER PARTS PER 42H04 SUB-ASSEMBLY TORQUE SPEC'S ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION WT-lb./ea. SAE GR 8 BOLT ASS'Y TORQUE SIZE 40H44 CLAMP PLATE, JIB 400 SERIES 30.05 (FT-LBS) 41H94 OUTER TUBE WELDMENT 683.66 7/16 41H98 PIN, JIB/CYL 1-3/4 x 9-7/8 7.33 42H08 SAFETY LATCH SUB-ASSY...
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TORQUE SPEC PARTS PER 43H39 SUB-ASSEMBLY BOLT SAE GR 8 ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION WT-lb./ea. SIZE (FT-LBS) 41H97 FIXED JIB WELDMENT 794.17 7/16 60H11 WEAR PAD, 2-3/4 x 1/2 x 4-1/4 0.21 62H11 COVER, JIB 5-1/4 x 11GA x 5-1/4 0.92 00755 WASHER, LOCK - 3/8 DIA...
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PARTS PER 44H86 ASSEMBLY ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION WT-lb./ea. 42H06 PARTS & OPER. MANUAL 1.00 42H07 DECAL ASSEMBLY 0.38 89H46 MNT BKT, 5-1/4 x 1/4 x 6-1/2 2.33 89H51 MNT BKT, 2-7/16 x 3-3/4 x 11 4.24 00752 WASHER, LOCK - 5/16 DIA 0.03 00755 WASHER, LOCK - 3/8 DIA...
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HOIST CONTROL CONTROL (TYP) (TYP) (REF) HYD TANK (REF) MANUAL CONTROL ASS'Y - 2 SECTION SL-330/400/406 90H57 ~ REV A...
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PARTS PER 91H02 SUB-ASSEMBLY ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION WT-lb./ea. 10P39 ADP HYD 08MJ/08MB 0.40 11P02 ADP HYD 10MJ/10MJ BHD 0.40 11P06 ADP HYD 10MJ/10MB 0.21 11P27 ADP HYD 10MJ/10MJ/10MJBHD TEE 0.40 12P01 HOSE ASSY 50 08-10FJ/08FJ90 2.04 12P02 HOSE ASSY 24 08-10FJ/08FJ90 1.24 12P09 ADP HYD 10FJ/10MJ45...
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BHD UNION BHD TEE LOWER ADP UPPER ADP BHD TEE BHD UNION LOWER ADP UPPER ADP HYD CONTROL VALVE (REF) (SEE NOTE 1) SL-330/400 91H03...
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HYD PUMP (REF) TANK STRAINER HYD TANK (REF) (21P16) (REF) (20P86) SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMER HYD CONTROL VALVE (REF) HYD SUB-ASS'Y - PUMP CIRCUIT SL-330/400/406 91H04...