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FW3510/FW3410 &
FW3510
FW3110
FIFTH WHEEL
OPERATING MANUAL
You must read and understand
the instructions in this
manual before operating
your
WARNING
fifth wheel.
ailure to follow all of the
F
important operating procedures
contained in these instructions
may result in a hazardous
condition or cause a hazardous
condition to develop.
These instructions apply to the
proper operation of your fifth
wheel only. There are other
important checks, inspections,
and procedures not listed here
that are necessary, prudent,
and/or required by law.
Table of Contents
1. Component Part Identification and Specifications
1.1
Identification of component parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Important specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.2
Operating Instructions
2.
Pre-service inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2.1
2.2
Trailer coupling procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4
Trailer uncoupling procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.3
3. Routine Inspection and Maintenance
As Needed Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
3.1
Required Inspections and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8
3.2
3.2.1
General fifth wheel inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
3.2.2
Inspection of locking mechanism
Lock adjustment procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.2.3
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1. Component Part Identification and Specifications
Release
Handle
Spring
Yoke
Lock Jaws
Lock Pin
Grease Fittings
Cam Plate
Adjustment
Bolt and Nut
Grease
Grooves
Lock Pins
Lock Jaws
Release
Handle
Lock
Bar
Release
Handle
“Weightsaver”
Mounting Bracket
"H"
Fifth Wheel Model
No. **
12° min.
12° min.
“ISO/DIN”
Mounting Bracket
"H"
Fifth Wheel Model
No. **
FW3510-150 150 kN 20 tonne 150 mm
FW3510-180 150 kN 20 tonne 180 mm
FW3510-200 150 kN 20 tonne 200 mm
15° min.
15° min.
Max. Fifth Wheel
D
-Value Vertical Load Height* "H"
FW3510-140 150 kN 20 tonne 140 mm
FW3510-160 150 kN 20 tonne 160 mm
FW3510-190 150 kN 20 tonne 190 mm
FW3510-230 150 kN 20 tonne 230 mm
* Fifth Wheel Height "H" Does Not Include Mounting Plate Thickness.
** For the low lube version replace the "35" with "34" (i.e. FW3410-150);
for the no lube version replace the "35" with "31" (i.e. FW3110-150).
Max. Fifth Wheel
D-Value Vertical Load Height*
* Fifth Wheel Height "H" Does Not Include Mounting Plate Thickness.
** For the low lube version replace the "35" with "34" (i.e. FW3410-150);
for the no lube version replace the "35" with "31" (i.e. FW3110-150).
"H"
1.1 Identification of Component Parts (Standard Greased FW3510 Shown)
Important Specifications
1.2
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2. Operating Instructions
TILT
DOWN
1
2
4
3
1
1
3
4
5
6
2
2.1 Pre-service Inspection
nspect the fifth wheel mounting.
I
Make sure the
coupling area
is flat, level
and clear of
obstacles
and persons
Make sure the
locks ar
e open.
If the locks are closed:
• Grip handle;
•
• Slide back/left (to
• Pull handle out.
Pull “trigger”;
disengage the lock);
Lubricate the
fifth wheel-to-trailer
contact surface
with grease (not
required for the
FW3310 & FW3110).
Tilt the ramps down.
• Tighten loose
fasteners
• Replace missing
fasteners
Repair/replace
•
racked
c
omponents
c
2.2 Trailer Coupling Procedure
Center the kingpin with the
fifth wheel center.
Top view
of trailer
KINGPIN
Chock trailer wheels
Connect brake and
electrical lines
Support slack in lines to
prevent interference
Set trailer brakes
Back the tractor close to the trailer and
STOP.
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