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TMAX Series Service Body Owner’s Manual Operation • Maintenance • Installation • Parts Models TMAX16K TMAX30K TMAX1 TMAX2 TMAX3 TMAXLP Stellar Industries, Inc. 190 State Street PO Box 169 Garner, IA 50438 800-321-3741 Fax: 641-923-2811 Subject to Change without Notification.
P65 Warning & Cold Weather Notice NOTICE Although clear data on cold weather performance from every steel manufacturer is not available for all types and thicknesses of steel, Stellar Industries is confident that the weldments on our products will operate to 100% of their intended purpose to temperatures down to -40°...
Table of Contents P65 Warning & Cold Weather Notice .................................ii Introduction iv TMAX Service Body Terminology ..................................v TMAX Service Body Specifications ..................................vi TMAX Service Body Specifications (cont.) ...............................vii Chapter 1 - Operation ..............................1 Masterlock Operation ......................................1 Air Drain Operation ......................................1 Stabilizer Operation ......................................
Introduction A copy of this manual is provided with every body and can be found in the hard plastic manual case that is installed on the chassis. A copy of this manual shall remain with the body at all times. Throughout the manual, three signal words will be used to bring attention to important items: NOTICE...
TMAX Service Body Specifications (cont.) TMAX™1-13 19.5" Dual Rear Wheels on Applicable Chassis 22,000 – 22,900 GVWR Clear Cab to Axle 108” (274.32 cm) Body Length 157” (398.78 cm) All Raised 52" (132.08 cm) with Body Height (Aluminum) 8" (20.32 cm) drop well in CS1V Body Width 94”...
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Chapter 1 - Operation This chapter contains information regarding the operation of Stellar manufactured service bodies. Please study the following pages to ensure your familiarity with the operation process. This understanding is vital to the safe and efficient operation of the service body. Masterlock Operation Step 1: Close all doors.
Tailgate Operation Lowering the tailgate Step 1: Pull upward on the red post/bar attached to the right side linkage of the tailgate. Step 2: Now pull downward on the tailgate. Closing/Stowing the tailgate Step 1: Pull upward on the red post/bar attached to the right side linkage. Step 2: Push the tailgate upward until it stops.
Chapter 2 - Maintenance Maintenace Item Action Note Interval Door Latch Inspect and Lubricate with EP2 grease or light-weight Monthly Assembly Lubricate lithium spray grease. Inspect and Lubricate with EP2 grease or light-weight Door Rod Guides Monthly Lubricate lithium spray grease. Inspect and Lubricate with EP2 grease or light-weight Door Spring Rod...
Washing the TMAX body: New Paint Care and Cleaning Procedures during Initial Ownership and Beyond 0 to 30 days past manu- 30 to 60 days past manu- After 60 days past manu- Any day paint surface is facturing date facturing date facturing date hot due to exposure to daylight...
Torque Data Chart When using the torque data in the chart, the following rules should be GRADE 5 GRADE 8 GRADE 9 observed: • Bolt manufacturer’s particular specifications should be consulted Size Bolt DIA Plain Plated Plain Plated Plated when provided. (DIA-TPI) (Inches) (Ft-Lb) (Ft-Lb) (Ft-Lb) (Ft-Lb) (Ft-Lb) 5/16-18...
Chapter 3 - Installation TMAX Installation Notes • Before performing any tasks that involve welding to the chassis, refer to the specific chassis manufacturer’s recommendations. • When lifting and placing the body, use the D-Ring tiedown locations and always lift vertically.
TMAX1/30K/16K-9 Mounting Kit - Dodge - PN 96076 BODY MOUNT ON FRONT OF SUBFRAME BODY MOUNT ON REAR OF SUBFRAME. 17.13 CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR OF FRONT MOUNT EXISTING HOLES IN CHASSIS. PN 96076 ITEM PART No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 24046 BRKT BODY MNT 60 CA T1 9 LF FRT PC BLACK 24047...
TMAX1/30K/16K-9 Mounting Kit - Chevy - PN 101362 BODY MOUNT ON FRONT OF SUBFRAME BODY MOUNT ON REAR OF SUBFRAME 17.13 CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR OF FRONT MOUNT PN 101362 ITEM PART No. DESCRIPTION QTY. C1025 CAP SCR 0.63-11X2.00 HHGR8 C5902 WASHER 0.63 SAE FLAT YELLOW GR8 24868...
TMAX1-13 & TMAX1/30K/16K-11 Mounting Kit - Ford - PN 13258 BODY MOUNT ON FRONT OF SUBFRAME BODY MOUNT ON REAR OF SUBFRAME. 41.13 CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR OF FRONT MOUNT EXISTING HOLES IN FORD CHASSIS. PN 13258 ITEM PART No. DESCRIPTION QTY.
TMAX1-13 & TMAX1/30K/16K-11 Mounting Kit - Dodge - PN 57645 BODY SUBFRAME NOTE: FRAME AND SUBFRAME WELDMENT ARE SHOWN FOR REFERENCE ONLY. 41.13 BODY MOUNT ON REAR OF SUBFRAME. CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR OF FRONT MOUNT NOTE: AFTER LOCATING THE PART IT CAN BE TACK WELDED IN PLACE FOR EASE OF INSTALLATION.
TMAX1-13 & TMAX1/30K/16K-11 Mounting Kit - Chevy - PN 101361 BODY MOUNT ON FRONT OF SUBFRAME CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR OF FRONT MOUNT BODY MOUNT ON REAR OF SUBFRAME 41.13 RETAIN CHASSIS BOLTS FOR BODY INSTALLATION TYP 4 PN 101361 ITEM PART No.
TMAX LP Mounting Kit - Ford - PN 79837 BODY MOUNT ON FRONT OF SUBFRAME DRILL EXISTING HOLES TO FIT 5/8 BOLT FORD MOUNTING HOLES. BODY MOUNT ON REAR OF SUBFRAME. 41.13 (12') 65.13 (14') CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR OF FRONT MOUNT PN 79837 ITEM PART No.
TMAX LP Mounting Kit - Dodge - PN 79838 BODY SUBFRAME NOTE: FRAME AND SUBFRAME WELDMENT ARE SHOWN FOR REFERENCE ONLY. BODY SUBFRAME 41.13 (12') 65.13 (14') CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR OF FRONT MOUNT NOTE: AFTER LOCATING THE PART IT CAN BE TACK WELDED IN PLACE FOR EASE OF INSTALLATION.
TMAX LP Mounting Kit - Chevy - PN 101363 BODY MOUNT ON FRONT OF SUBFRAME BODY MOUNT ON REAR OF SUBFRAME. 41.13 (12') 65.13 (14') CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR OF FRONT MOUNT PN 101363 ITEM PART No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 13251 BRKT BODY MNT FRONT RF PC BLACK 13254...
TMAX2 Mounting Kit - PN 52043 NOTE: FOR BODIES LONGER THAN 11 FEET, ADD DIFFERENCE IN LENGTH TO MEASUREMENTS MEASUREMENT FROM CENTER OF AXLE TO FRONT MOUNTING HOLE 74.28 MEASUREMENT FROM CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR MOUNTING HOLE 41.28 IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT OVER SIZE MOUNTING HOLES IN CHASSIS FRAME.
TMAX3 Mounting Kit - Single Axle - PN 27936 MEASUREMENT FROM CENTER OF AXLE TO FRONT MOUNTING HOLE MEASUREMENT FROM CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR MOUNTING HOLE 109.28 BODY SUBFRAME USE PN 15853 .38 X 2.50 FLAT AS SPACER ON CHASSIS WITH DOUBLE FRAME RAILS THAT DO NOT EXTEND TO REAR.
TMAX3 Mounting Kit - Tandem Axle - PN 31143 MEASUREMENT FROM CENTER OF AXLE TO FRONT MOUNTING HOLE MEASUREMENT FROM CENTER OF AXLE TO REAR MOUNTING HOLE 133.69 88.69 USE PN 15853 .38 X 2.50 FLAT AS SPACER ON CHASSIS WITH DOUBLE FRAME RAILS THAT DO NOT EXTEND TO REAR.
Welder Installation When installing welders on Stellar® Mechanic body packages it is highly recommended that you install an electrical surge protector to the chassis battery. If the electrical surge protector is not installed on to the battery, your customer could experience failures to the Chassis wiring circuit and also to the Stellar Mechanic body package wiring circuits.
Ford Fuel Fill Assembly (TMAX1) - PN 54715 PN 54715 ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY. C4884 FUEL FILL FORD PLASTIC 11754 RIVET SS 0.19X0.063-0.437 MGLP-U6-E 12 Page 44 | Stellar TMAX™ Owner’s Manual ®...
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