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- Page 1 Find spare parts for JOST axle systems jost-part-finder.com JOST Axle Systems Axle series DCA / DBA / DMA / CSA Guidelines for operation and maintenance...
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Page 2: Explanation Of Symbols
Instruction corresponding safety notes Continuation symbol ATTENTION! Link to JOST online information Means that minor injuries or material damage may result from non-compliance with the corresponding safety notes. ( Page) Page reference... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
7 Observe during operation ..............17 8 Overview of repair and maintenance ..........29 9 Test and maintenance schedule for JOST axle systems .......30 9.1 Test and maintenance schedule for DCA series ........30 9.2 Test and maintenance schedule for DBA series ........32 9.3 Test and maintenance schedule for DMA series .........34 9.4 Test and maintenance schedule for CSA series ........36 9.5 Test and maintenance schedule for DLS suspension connections ..38... -
Page 4: Welcome To The World Of Jost Axle Systems
Welcome to the world of JOST Axle Systems Before you use the trailer, familiarize yourself with your JOST Axle Always carry these documents along in the vehicle. Store a copy of this Systems. Read these guidelines, in particular the safety information and document in the trailer if the trailer is driven in alternating operation. - Page 5 Guidelines for operation and maintenance MUB 009 001 EN- (REV-D) 05-2024...
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Page 6: This Is How You Identify Your Axle
J OST Part Finder − Purchasing replacement parts − Searching on the J OST Homepage D749324 DCA WEIGHTMASTER, − When contacting the Technical Service of JOST Axle Systems: D749325 DCA MEGAMASTER, J OST Contact Information D749334 DCA PAVEMASTER,... - Page 7 This is how you identify your axle! Classification of the identification plate of DBA series TZ = Rigid axle, offset 0 TE = Rigid axle, offset 120 TL = Steering axle, offset 120 1, 2, 3 = Series DBA D749320 10,5 t – c onventional bearing D749330 D749321 10 ...
- Page 8 This is how you identify your axle! Here is shown an axle Here is shown an axle Classification of the identification plate of DMA series of the DMA series of the DMA series TZ = Rigid axle, offset 0 6, 7 = Series DMA D749500 = 9 t - c onventional bearing D749501 = 10 ...
- Page 9 This is how you identify your axle! NOTE! Transfer the serial no./axle numbers (SN) from the identi- fication plates of your axles into this table. Serial no./axle numbers (SN): Axle 1 Axle 2 Axle 3 Guidelines for operation and maintenance MUB 009 001 EN- (REV-D) 05-2024...
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Page 10: Read Prior To Initial Startup, Repair And Maintenance
… − Read all of the following instructions for drivers and vehicle fleet oper- manual for the repair or maintenance of JOST axle systems by drivers and vehicle fleet operators. This booklet is not intended for use as an instruc-... -
Page 11: Important Safety Information
Important safety information Overview of topics Your JOST axle systems were manufactured corresponding to the latest state-of-the-art in science and technology. Nonetheless, not all hazards to − Intended use P age 12 life and limb of the user or others can be ruled out due to the functional −... - Page 12 Important safety information Intended use General warnings and hazard warnings Your vehicle with JOST axle systems was built for a defined purpose and General warnings and hazard warnings are marked with the for defined operating conditions. Using it differently can pose a hazard to symbol as well as with the signal words WARNING! or ATTENTION!.
- Page 13 Carry out the activity as described in the respective instructions. Never perform any welding work on JOST axle systems. Never have any welding work performed on JOST axle sytems. Product modifications / structural changes Structural changes on the axle system will result in the immediate expira- Threaded connections tion of the operating permit and will negatively affect road safety.
- Page 14 Important safety information Suspension connection, suspension and damping ATTENTION! Damper, air bellows, bushings and wear plates are put under severe strain Reaching into the area of the axle suspension or level control due to their function. The more demanding the oper ating conditions, the system during adjustment operations or with a defective higher the wear.
- Page 15 Replacement parts and components Axles with compressed air reservoir (DCA Airmaster) are under high JOST axle systems are based on high-quality components. This is the foun- pressure. There is a risk of injury. dation for high road safety. Faulty replacement parts or threaded connec- Please observe the notes on draining the axle housings before tions or those with inadequate load ratings increase the risk of accident.
- Page 16 Important safety information Accessories Improper accessories can compromise the road safety of the vehicle (e. g . non-approved tyres, rims, wheel hub covers, lifts). There is a risk of accident. Please observe the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendation / l ist of approved components.
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Page 17: Observe During Operation
When dealing with axle systems, please also observe specifications / the vehicle: Secure your vehicle with the parking brake and the instructions on JOST axle systems in these guidelines. If you have with wheel chocks to prevent it from rolling off inadvertent- questions about your JOST axle systems, please contact the JOST Axle ly. - Page 18 Observe during operation − Statutory inspection deadlines have not been exceeded Tests during the trip − The permissible gross vehicle weight as well as the permissible axle load have not been exceeded WARNING! − Wheels/tyres are suitable for this trailer based on the informa tion of Visual warning signals or chimes, extraordinary driving noise, the trailer manufacturer and are in proper condition (adequate profile, uneven or reduced brake power, unstable handling character-...
- Page 19 Observe during operation If one or several of the problems above occurs: WARNING! Interrupt your trip. Strongly heated rims / w heel hubs / w heel flange / b rake drums Please observe the notes of the trailer manufacturer, the notes in or strongly and unevenly heated rims/wheel hubs/ ...
- Page 20 Observe during operation Draining the axle housing before starting to drive WARNING! (only for the axle system with compressed air reservoir/energy reservoir/ The axle housing is under pressure. In particular on the DCA Airmaster with the identifier “Type des.” D749360 or D749361 on axle system with compressed air reservoir (DCA Airmaster), the identification plate) welding can cause irreparable damage to the internal coating of the system.
- Page 21 Observe during operation Secure the standing vehicle with the parking brake before starting to If you see water coming out, let the water flow out completely. If work. Additionally, secure the vehicle properly with wheel chocks to there is no more water coming out and only compressed air escapes, prevent it from rolling off inadvertently.
- Page 22 TDB 0875, DCA-T7 TDB 0883, Haldex disc brake in model series DCA-L7 and injury. There is the risk of death if work on the brake TDB 0877 and JOST drum brakes TDB 0887. system is not performed properly. Exclusively have a qualified...
- Page 23 Observe during operation Manually releasing the spring brake in an emergency or in the work- WARNING! shop If the brake discs or brake drums are too worn, the braking Typically, you can release the spring-loaded parking brake pneumatically. effect is reduced or the brakes fail completely. There is a Please observe the trailer manufacturer specifications on this. risk of accident.
- Page 24 Observe during operation Quick wear test for Knorr brakes In disc brakes with caliper and carrier marking (brake caliper marking DCA-U6 / SN7/ SK7 / DCA-T7 and brake carrier marking R), pay attention to the position of the markings relative to each other. If are nearly on top of each other, have a qualified workshop check brake linings and brake disc 1 = Brake caliper 1 = Brake caliper...
- Page 25 Observe during operation Quick wear test for DCA-L7 brakes Inspect the position of the visual pad wear indicator. Sensor for indication of brake pad wear If an electronic wear indicator was installed in your trailer: This indicator can let a warning light come on in your instrument cluster when the brake linings/brake discs are too worn (or you hear an acoustic warning).
- Page 26 Install the dust cover plete tractor/trailer combination. Recommendation: Avoid a posi- rubber plug. tive-tolerance calibration of the tractor for your JOST axle systems. Tractor/trailer combination brake matching Wheel replacement Tractor/trailer combination brake matching helps to appropriately...
- Page 27 Observe during operation If you experience an emergency and have to replace a wheel without the help of a qualified workshop, you will need a torque wrench. If a torque wrench is not available: Contact the vehicle fleet management and a qualified workshop before replacing the wheel.
- Page 28 ( Page 30). Have all required work performed at a qualified workshop The wear of your JOST axle systems as well as the brake in accordance with the test and maintenance schedule (e. g . at a JOST and other axle components depends on the following Axle Systems service partner).
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Page 29: Overview Of Repair And Maintenance
J OST Homepage repair work ( Page 10). Repair instructions and maintenance notes for qualified workshops: To ensure safe operation of the vehicle and the axles, JOST recommends If you have any questions, please contact JOST Axle Systems Technical regular inspection and maintenance. This routine check of the axles Service directly: allows any wear to be detected at an early stage and counteracted. -
Page 30: Test And Maintenance Schedule For Jost Axle Systems
Test and maintenance schedule for DCA series For JOST axle systems, version: compact bearing (DCA), 9t, Model designation (Type des.): 749.310, 749.311, 749.312, 749.313, use in normal operation*, 749.324, 749.325, 749.334, 749.349, 749.360, 749.361, 749.368, 749.369 (As at: July 2023) - Page 31 Test and maintenance schedule for DCA series Vehicle Checks A every three months*, Bannually*, or every 25.000 km or every 100.000 km • Air bellows • Air bellows threaded connection at axle housing Wheel end and tyre inflation system (RFS) Visual inspection of the components for damage/wear, especially the safety-relevant threaded connections.
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Page 32: Test And Maintenance Schedule For Dba Series
9.2 Test and maintenance schedule for DBA series For JOST axle systems, version: DBA 9t, 10t und 10,5t, Model designation (Type des.): 749.306, 749.307, 749.314, 749.315, use in normal operation*, 749.320, 749.321, 749.323, 749.330, 749.331, 749.337, 749.340, 749.347, 749.350 (As at: July 2023) - Page 33 9.2 Test and maintenance schedule for DBA series Vehicle Checks A every three B every six C annually* D every two E every five months* months* years* years* Wheel end with conventional bearing • Check overall condition of hub (damage, wear). Check wheel bearings for noise while rotating in both directions. Check for •...
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Page 34: Test And Maintenance Schedule For Dma Series
9.3 Test and maintenance schedule for DMA series For JOST axle systems, version: Model designation (Type des.): 749.500 (As at: July 2023) conventional bearing (DMA), 9t, use in normal operation*, Vehicle Checks A every three months* B every six C annually*... - Page 35 9.3 Test and maintenance schedule for DMA series Vehicle Checks A every three months* B every six C annually* D every five months* years* Wheel circumference • Check overall condition of hub (damage, wear). Check wheel bearings for noise while rotating in both directions. •...
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Page 36: Test And Maintenance Schedule For Csa Series
9.4 Test and maintenance schedule for CSA series For JOST axle systems, version: Model designation (Type des.): 749.400, 749.401 CSA 9t and 10t, use in normal operation*, (As at: July 2023) Vehicle Checks A every three months*, annually*, or every 25,000 km... - Page 37 9.4 Test and maintenance schedule for CSA series Vehicle Checks A every three months*, annually*, or every 25,000 km or every 100,000 km Wheel nuts After the first drive with load (approx. 50 km) and after every wheel change, check the specified tightening torque and tighten if necessary. Steering Visual inspection of the components for damage, wear and function •...
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Page 38: Test And Maintenance Schedule For Dls Suspension Connections
9.5 Test and maintenance schedule for DLS suspension connections For DLS suspension connections 74x/75x/77x, Model designation (Type des.): 749.306, 749.307, 749.314, 749.315, use in normal operation*, 749.320, 749.321, 749.330, 749.331, 749.337, 749.340, 749.347, 749.350, 749.400, 749.401, 749.500 (As at: July 2023) Vehicle Checks A initially after two weeks* B every six months*... - Page 39 9.5 Test and maintenance schedule for DLS suspension connections Checks prior to each journey: Check air tanks for any water or condensation. Ensure the air system of the braking and suspension have reached correct operating pressure. Visually check the air suspension has reached the correct ride height and all air bellows are correctly seated, this also applies after loading and unloading.
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Page 40: Warranty
Warranty processing Make sure to submit your warranty claim prior to the repair. You can submit your warranty claim directly to JOST Axle Systems. For additional questions regarding warranties, contact one of the country specific points of contact that are listed on Page 43 of this Guideline. -
Page 41: Notice
Notice Guidelines for operation and maintenance MUB 009 001 EN- (REV-D) 05-2024... - Page 42 Notice MUB 009 001 EN- (REV-D) 05-2024 Guidelines for operation and maintenance...
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Page 43: Jost Service Contact And Service Partner
JOST Service Contact and Service Partner Head office Head office Region Italy Region Italy You can find our homepage at: JOST Axle Systems JOST Axle Systems JOST Italia S.R.L. JOST Italia S.R.L. Flugplatz 18 Via E. De Nicola 28 34379 Kassel-Calden, Deutschland 20090 Cesano Boscone (Milano) J OST Homepage Tel. +49 (0) 5674 9237-0 Tel. - Page 44 JOST, Germany Tel. +49 6102 295-0, jost-sales@jost-world.com, www.jost-world.com JOST Axle Systems, Germany Tel. +49 5674 9237-0, service-axles@jost-world.com MUB 009 001 EN- (REV-D) 05-2024 1186340...
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