B&W Trailer Hitches 3400 User Manual

SLIDER OPERATION

WARNING: Use extreme caution when moving the

truck and trailer in the maneuvering position. Never exceed 5 mph (roughly walking speed) when in the maneuvering position, doing so may result in property damage, serious injury or death.

CAUTION

be attempted while on smooth flat terrain.

Moving from towing position to maneuvering position. (Figure F3 to F4)

While the trailer is coupled, set the trailer brakes and/or chock the trailer wheels.

Pull the handle towards the rear of the truck to move

it to the unlocked position

Pull the truck forward slowly until the handle falls and

is in the locked position

Release the trailer brakes, un−chock the trailer and

maneuver the trailer as needed.

: Use of the slider mechanism should only

, shown in figure F2.

, shown in figure F1.

WARNING: The maneuvering position is only

intended for parking maneuvers and not for towing. Using the slider in any other capacity could result serious injury or death.

WARNING

: Never hold onto the handle or force it in any direction while the truck is moving. Failure to stand clear of the handle when the slider is in operation could result in serious injury.

Moving from the maneuvering position to the towing position. (Figure F4 to F3)

Once the trailer is satisfactorily positioned, set the trailer brakes and/or chock the trailer wheels.

Pull the handle towards the rear of the truck to move

it to the unlocked position

, shown in Figure F2.

Move the truck slowly in reverse until the handle falls

and is in the locked position

, shown in Figure F1.

Release the trailer brakes and un−chock the trailer.

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NOTE:

We recommend reading instructions before beginning the installation.

Companion Slider Hitch Installation Instructions

18,000 LBS. TRAILER WEIGHT 4,500 LBS. TRAILER TONGUE WEIGHT

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Model 3400

SLIDER LOCKING HANDLE

FIGURE F1; Side view of Slider Base.

LOCKED HANDLE POSITION

SLIDER LOCKING HANDLE

TRUCK CAB

FIGURE F2; Side view of Slider Base.

UN−LOCKED HANDLE POSITION

HELPFUL TIPS:

Approximately 15%−25% of the trailer weight should be on the hitch.

The height of the king pin box and pivot arms should be adjusted so that the trailer is approximately level for towing.

Allow adequate clearance between the bed side and the underside of the front of the trailer for pitch and roll of the trailer.

Lubricate top surface of coupler with automotive type chassis grease or use a nylon lube plate to provide a lubricated surface.

SLIDER CARRIAGE

FIGURE F3; View of Slider Base with

the Carriage in a forward position.

TOWING POSITION

TRUCK CAB

FIGURE F4; View of Slider Base with

the Carriage in a back position.

MANEUVERING POSITION

The Slider hitch was designed to be used with the Turnoverball

™ hitch mounting system. Other uses

will void the warranty and are expressly prohibited by B&W Trailer Hitches.

Grease jaws with automotive type chassis grease.

Grease the saddle through the grease zerk approximately every six months with mult−purpose grease. this allows the coupler to pivot freely, see figure G1

GREASE ZERK

FIGURE G1; Underside view of Coupler Head

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HARDWARE KIT ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY

2 3 Pivot Arms 2

" X 1

" Split Lock Washers 8

" Hex Cap Screws 8

REQUIRED TOOLS

Installation of the slider hitch requires a large torque wrench capable of measuring 80 ft−lbs, a 3/4" socket, and a 7/16" socket or wrench

The Slider accessory will work with all Turnoverball

ATTENTION:

gooseneck hitches

Failure to comply with the safety information in these

WARNING

Read all installation and operating instructions along with all labels before using this product.

Without proper knowledge, towing can be a dangerous activity. Understand all the risks involved with towing before proceeding. For information on towing safety, see

to Understanding Trailer and Towing Safety"

the National Association of Trailer Manufacturers, www.NATM.com.

Do not modify this product in any manner. Doing so could alter its integrity and lead to a loss of attachment between the trailer and the tow vehicle.

Regularly check that all bolted connections are at the correct torque specification. A visual inspection should be performed before each time you tow.

"The Trailer Handbook: A guide

instructions could result in serious injury or death.

from

except GNRK1309 and GNRK1257.

Do not exceed tow or tongue rating of coupler, tow or tongue rating of hitch, or tow or weight ratings of truck or trailer. See vehicle and trailer manufacturer information for ratings. Exceeding these ratings may cause damage to towing components or loss of attachment between the trailer and truck.

Adding components to the chassis of any vehicle can be hazardous. There is potential for damage to vehicle, injury from tool usage and many other hazards. This installation must be completed by someone who is aware of the hazards involved. This person must be knowledgeable of proper safety procedures for a vehicle installation of this nature, and for usage of the equipment required to perform the installation.

PREPARING TO INSTALL

WARNING: Components of the slider hitch are heavy

and cumbersome to handle. Failure to use proper lifting techniques and an adequate amount of people when moving and handling these parts could result in property damage or serious injury.

WARNING: Whenever the slider base is being

moved, the slider handle must be in the locked position, and the carriage must be unable to slide, see figure A1. Failure to ensure that the handle is in the locked position can lead to property damage, or serious injury.

SLIDER HANDLE

IN LOCKED POSITION

SOCKET ADJUSTER

FIGURE A1; View of driver side of Slider Base.

SLIDER CARRIAGE

INSTALL SLIDER BASE

NOTICE

liner or mat. It should be removed or it must be cut to allow the base to directly connect with the bed. It is acceptable to install the RV base over a spray in bed liner.

Check that the bed of the truck is clean, and that all debris is removed before beginning installation.

Loosen the four ¼" cap screws securing the polyurethane pads on either side of the slider hitch, see figure B1.

POLYURETHANE

FIGURE B1; View looking at the Slider Base from the cab of the truck .

Locate the GN latch pin handle of the Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch in the driver’s side fender well. Retract the GN latch pin handle all the way until it stops and then rotate it clockwise. Remove the Turnoverball from the GN hitch receiver socket.

With the help of 2 or 3 people, carefully lift and position the slider base into the GN hitch socket in the back of the truck bed. Re−engage the GN latch pin handle by turning it counter−clockwise.

WARNING: Check the latch pin under the truck. Make

sure that the latch pin has passed through both sides of the socket and that the pin is covered up inside the socket by the socket adjuster, see figure A1. If the pin is visible inside the GN hitch socket retract the GN latch handle and use the Draw−Down bolt to adjust the socket adjuster.

: If truck is equipped with a removable bed

1/4" BOLT

PADS

Square the Slider base legs with the ribs of the truck. Position the polyurethane pads so that they are both in a bottom rib along their entire length, See figure B3. Tighten the four ¼" bolts holding the pads to the base.

Slider Base Leg

Polyurethane Pad

Secure the base of the Slider to the truck bed by

1/4" Bolt

Bottom of Bed Rib

tightening the 1/2" x 3−1/2" draw−down bolt to 80 ft−lbs, see figure B4

WARNING:

DO NOT lubricate the draw down bolt, the

torque value is for dry threads only.

Draw−Down Bolt

FIGURE B4; View looking into the top of the Slider Base.

INSTALL PIVOT ARMS

Mount the pivot arms using one of the six different locations illustrated in figure C1. These six locations allow flexibility in coupler height and distance from the cab. Choose a location so that your trailer will be as level as possible and have adequate turning clearance while in the towing position (with the slider in the foward position). See warnings after step 2.

™

BED FLOOR TO TOP

OF COUPLER

HIGHEST

POSITION

(19")

MIDDLE

POSITION

(18")

LOWEST

POSITION

(17")

POSITION

CLOSEST TO CAB

FIGURE C1; Cut away view of Slider Carriage arm positions.

FIGURE B3; Back view of the

driver side leg of the Slider Base.

POSITION FARTHEST FROM

CAB (ARMS REVERSED)

PIVOT ARM

BOLT PLATE

With the flat side of the Pivot arm flat against the bolt plate in the slider base, install four 1/2" x 1−1/2" bolts and four 1/2" split lock washers for each arm. Torque each bolt to 80 ft−lbs.

WARNING: B&W recommends that you check the

clearance between the truck cab and the trailer in both the Towing position and the maneuvering position. Compare the measurement taken from the center of the Slider Coupler to the cab, to the measurement taken from the center of the king pin to the farthest forward corner point of the trailer. These measurements will allow you to see how much clearance you will have between the cab and the trailer while towing and turning.

CENTER OF COUPLER TO CAB

KINGPIN TO EDGE OF TRAILER

WARNING: B&W also recommends that you check

the clearance between the bed side and the underside of the front of the trailer and to allow adequate clearance for the pitch and roll of the trailer while towing.

INSTALL COUPLER

Lubricate the polyurethane bushings on top of pivot arms with high grade lithium grease (available at your local hardware/automotive store). Place the coupler over the pivot arms. (The saddle handles should be parallel with the Slider Base in the latched position.) Place the saddle lock pins through the saddle, then insert the hairpins through the holes in the end of the saddle lock pins to secure the coupler to the pivot arms, see figure D1

COUPLER

COUPLER JAWS

COUPLER CAM

HANDLE SAFETY PIN

COUPLER CAM HANDLE

SADDLE HANDLES

SADDLE LOCK PINS

PIVOT ARM

FIGURE D1; View of Slider Base

and Coupler Head assembled.

ATTACHING TRAILER

Remove the coupler cam handle safety pin and rotate the cam handle to the open position. Adjust the height of the 5th wheel trailer so that the king pin plate is slightly lower than the top of the Coupler. Back the truck towards the trailer, centering the trailers king pin in the Coupler, until the king pin has engaged the jaws. Ensure that the Coupler cam handle has completely closed before inserting the cam handle safety pin through the cam handle and the coupler. Hook up brake and lighting connections before towing.

PULL TEST

Have the truck stationary with the emergency brake on, the trailer wheels blocked and landing gear still resting firm on the ground supporting the weight of the trailer. Make sure no one is between the truck and trailer, return to the cab of the truck. Release the emergency brake and apply the trailer brakes. Try to pull the trailer forward with the truck. If the trailer is properly hooked up, the wheel blocks and trailer brakes should not allow the truck to move forward. If trailer is not hitched correctly, the trailer will separate from the truck. However, with the landing gear resting firmly on the ground, it will support the trailer and not allow it to drop or fall on the truck sides.

UNATTACHING TRAILER

Lower landing gear and block the trailer wheels. Raise the trailer until the tongue weight is removed from the truck. Then, unpin the Coupler handle and rotate to the open position to unlatch the jaws. If the jaws do not open, readjusting the landing gear may relieve pressure and allow them to open. Use the safety pin to lock the handle in the open position and when you are sure that the landing gear will support the trailer, move the truck forward to release the jaws from the kingpin. The jaws will always open when the pressure of the trailer is taken off the Coupler as the truck pulls away.

UNINSTALL HITCH

To uninstall the Slider hitch, remove the Saddle lock pins, grab the saddle handles and lift to remove the Coupler from the pivot arms. To remove the Slider base, loosen the draw down bolt and retract the Turnoverball gooseneck latch pin handle all the way out until it stops and then rotate it clockwise. With the help of 2 or 3 people, carefully lift and position the slider base out of the Goosenech hitch socket.

WARNING:

any device that changes the location of the king pin pivot point. The king pin on your trailer must the jaws of the Slider Coupler, see figure E1. Preventing the king pin from rotating within the jaws of the Slider Coupler with a wedge, see figure E2, or any other device, such as a Reese Sidewinder or Reese Revolution , could result in property damage, serious injury or death.

Top view of coupler head.

Do not use the Slider 5th wheel hitch with

KING PIN PIVOT POINT

FIGURE E1;

Reese is a registered trademark of Cequent performance products.

Coupler Head with locking wedge.

FIGURE E2;

rotate in

WEDGE