SAF XL-FW10055UM User Manual

Owner’s Manual Manual del propietario

FW16 Low Lube Series Fifth Wheels

Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting Procedures; Warranty Information

Quinta ruedas Low Lube Serie FW16

Operación, mantenimiento y procedimientos de resolución de problemas; información de garantía

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Contents

Contents Page

Introduction ..............................................2

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings ..................2

Section 1 – General Safety Instructions .....3

Section 2 – Model Identification................4

Section 3 – Decal Requirements ................4

Section 4 – Fifth Wheel Intended Use ........5

Section 5 – Fifth Wheel Non-Intended Use ...5

Section 6 – Coupling Preparation ..............5

Section 7 – Coupling Procedures ...............8

Section 8 – Uncoupling Procedures .........11

Section 9 – Positioning Sliding Fifth Wheel ...13

Section 10 – Fifth Wheel Maintenance ....14

Introduction

This manual provides the information necessary for the proper operation and maintenance of the HOLLAND

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FW16 XA-161 Series Fifth Wheels.

Read this manual before using or servicing this product and keep it in a safe location for future reference. Updates to this manual, which are published as necessary, are available on the internet at www.safholland.us.

When replacement parts are required, SAF-HOLLAND use of only SAF-HOLLAND A list of technical support locations that supply SAF-HOLLAND

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highly recommends the

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Original Parts.

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Original Parts and an Aftermarket Parts Catalog are available on the internet at www.safholland.us or contact Customer Service at 888-396-6501.

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

Before starting any work on the unit, read and understand all the safety procedures presented in this manual. This manual contains the terms “NOTE”, “IMPORTANT”, “CAUTION”, and “WARNING” followed by important product information. These terms are defined as follows:

Contents Page

Section 11 – Top Plate Removal ..............15

Section 12 – Lube Plate Inspection.......... 16

Section 13 – Fifth Wheel Lubrication .......16

Section 14 – Slide Base Lubrication..........17

Section 15 – Fifth Wheel Adjustment .......18

Section 16 – Slide Base Adjustment .........21

Section 17 – Pocket Insert Inspection ...... 22

Section 18 – Top Plate Installation...........22

Section 19 – Troubleshooting ..................23

Section 20 – Rebuild and Replacement Kits ..25

Warranty and Performance Guarantee .....26

IMPORTANT: Includes additional

information that if not followed could lead to hindered product performance.

Used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

NOTE: Includes additional information

to enable accurate and easy performance of procedures.

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1. General Safety Instructions

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Read and observe all Warning and Caution

hazard alert messages. The alerts provide information that can help prevent serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.

Failure to follow the instructions and safety precautions in this manual could result in improper servicing or operation leading to component failure which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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All fifth wheel installation and maintenance

MUST be performed by a properly technician using proper/special tools, and safe procedures.

NOTE: In the United States, workshop

safety requirements are deﬁned by federal and/or state Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). Equivalent laws could exist in other countries. This manual is written based on the assumption that OSHA or other applicable employee safety regulations are followed by the location where work is performed.

IMPORTANT: Prior to operation of the

ﬁfth wheel, verify that the ﬁfth wheel has been appropriately installed on the vehicle.

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Model Identification

IMPORTANT: These instructions apply

to the proper operation of the FW16 XA-161 Series Fifth Wheel top plates only. There are other important checks, inspections, and procedures not listed here that are necessary, prudent, and/or required by law.

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For proper installation procedures, refer

to Installation Manual XL-FW10008BM available on the internet at www.safholland.us.

Failure to follow all the operating procedures contained in these instructions could result in a hazardous condition or cause a hazardous condition to develop which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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Failure to properly install the fifth wheel could result in tractor-trailer separation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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2. Model Identiﬁcation

Fifth wheel serial tags are located on the left side of the fifth wheel top plate above the fifth wheel bracket pin, or on the pickup ramps (Figure 1).

The part number and serial number are listed on the tag (Figure 2).

3. Decal Requirements

Decal XL-FW20001DC-en-US (Figure 3) enclosed in plastic bag with the Owner’s Manual, MUST be installed near the fifth wheel and easily viewed by the operator. Position the decal as illustrated (Figure 4).

NOTE: Make sure surface is free of oil

It is the responsibility of the end user to periodically inspect the decal and ensure that it is clean and completely legible. If the label is missing, loose, damaged or difficult to read, contact SAF-HOLLAND Customer Service at 888-396-6501 to order replacements immediately.

and grease before applying decal.

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Figure 1

Figure 2

Model No. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Serial No. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

U.S. AND FOREIGN PATENTS APPLY

MADE IN

FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTALL, MAINTAIN & OPERATE THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN TRACTOR TRAILER SEPARATION CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

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Figure 3

WARNING / ADVERTENCIA

ALWAYS inspect fifth wheel after coupling tractor to trailer.

Failure to properly couple the tractor and trailer could result in tractor-trailer separation while in use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

SIEMPRE inspeccione la quinta rueda después de acoplar el tractocamión al remolque.

Si no acopla adecuadamente el tractocamión y el remolque, podría ocasionar la separación del tractocamión y el remolque durante el uso, lo cual, si no se evita, puede causar muertes o lesiones.

CORRECT COUPLING / ACOPLAMIENTO CORRECTO

1.

Lock notch

behind rib.

Muesca de cierre

detrás del reborde.

2.

Sin separación

No gap

3.

Lock completely closed around kingpin.

Seguro completamente cerrado alrededor

del perno rey.

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WARNING / ADVERTENCIA

ALWAYS inspect fifth wheel after coupling tractor to trailer.

Failure to properly couple the tractor and trailer could result in tractor-trailer separation while in use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

SIEMPRE inspeccione la quinta rueda después de acoplar el tractocamión al remolque.

Si no acopla adecuadamente el tractocamión y el remolque, podría ocasionar la separación del tractocamión y el remolque durante el uso, lo cual, si no se evita, puede causar muertes o lesiones.

CORRECT COUPLING / ACOPLAMIENTO CORRECTO

3.

Lock completely closed around kingpin.

1.

Lock notch

2.

No gap

behind rib.

Seguro completamente cerrado alrededor

Sin separación

del perno rey.

Muesca de cierre detrás del reborde.

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Operation Instructions

4. Fifth Wheel Intended Use

1. Pulling trailers with standard SAE kingpins which are in good condition and securely mounted or locked in position in the trailer.

2. Transporting loads that are within the maximum fifth wheel rated capacities: 50,000 lbs. (22,680 kg) Maximum Vertical Load 150,000 lbs. (68,040 kg) Maximum Drawbar Pull.

3. In on-road applications.

IMPORTANT: SAF-HOLLAND

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deﬁnition of off-road refers to terrain on which a tractortrailer operates which is unpaved and rough, or ungraded. Any terrain not considered part of the public highway system falls under this heading.

4. As recommended in SAF-HOLLAND

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literature available on the Internet at www.safholland.us.

5. Fifth Wheel Non-Intended Use

1. Operating with a non-SAE compliant kingpin, such as kingpins which are bent, improper size or dimensions, not secured to maintain SAE conﬁguration, or which are installed in warped trailer bolster plates, or upper coupler and ﬁfth wheel lube plates that DO NOT maintain the SAE kingpin dimensions. Refer to SAF-HOLLAND® Service Bulletin XL-SB004-01 (available on the Internet at www.safholland.us) for more information on fifth wheel lube plates.

Failure to couple with a SAE compliant kingpin could result in improper coupling, allowing tractor-trailer separation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

2. Tow-away operations which damage or interfere with the proper operation of the fifth wheel.

3. The attachment of lifting devices.

4. The transport of loads in excess of rated capacity.

5. In off-road applications.

6. Applications other than those recommended in SAF-HOLLAND

®

literature available on the Internet at www.safholland.us.

6. Coupling Preparation

1. Prior to coupling, inspect the fifth wheel and mounting. Perform and verify the following:

 Confirm that lube plates are in place

and firmly fastened.

 Tighten loose fasteners.

 Replace missing fasteners.

 Repair/replace missing, cracked or

otherwise damaged components.

 Inspect fifth wheel mechanism.

Lubricate dry or rusty components.

 For a sliding ﬁfth wheel, make sure

both plungers are fully engaged.

 Inspect air line connections.

 Make sure ﬁfth wheel is in appropriate

position for weight distribution on the tractor. For proper positioning of the ﬁfth wheel, refer to SAF-HOLLAND publication XL-FW10008BM available on the Internet at www.safholland.us.

2. Make sure coupling area is flat, level, and clear of persons and obstacles.

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3. Tilt ramps of fifth wheel downward (Figure 5).

4. Make sure locks are open (Figure 6). If locks are closed, slide release handle to the left and pull all the way out (Figure

7). Pry locks open with lever bar.

5. Inspect leading edge of trailer bolster/skid plate. It MUST be free of any square or sharp edges (Figure 8).

6. Make sure there are no bolts or nuts extending below bolster/skid plate within 152 mm (6.0") of the fifth wheel travel path while coupling.

Figure 5

TILT DOWNWARDTILT DOWNWARD

Figure 6

LOCK IS OPEN LOCK IS CLOSED

Figure 7

LEFT HAND RELEASE RIGHT HAND RELEASE

Figure 8

CHAMFERED (Preferred) OR LARGE RADIUS LEADING EDGE

20º

2"

MINIMUM

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should be free of any large holes or gouges (Figure 9).

8. Any access holes that the fifth wheel passes beneath should have chamfered or radius edges.

9. Check that any splits from the skid plate to bolster plate are welded adequately, and that there are no sharp edges or abrupt changes in elevation (Figure 10).

10. The upper coupler should extend adequately rearward to maintain full contact with the fifth wheel during tight turning. If it does not, at a minimum, the rear edges should be chamfered or radius edges.

11. Make sure that any upper coupler residual grease is free of heavy course grit.

12. Ensure that the upper coupler fifth wheel contact surface is free of rust and is not painted. The area should be conditioned with a rust inhibitor such as a light oil.

13. Verify that kingpin is not obstructed by a kingpin lock or other security device.

Failure to remove kingpin lock prior to coupling could result in improper coupling which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

14. Inspect kingpin for excessive wear and damage (use HOLLAND Gage tool TF-0110 ) along with bolster plate bow (See SAF-HOLLAND

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Kingpin

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Service

Bulletins XL-SB020 and XL-SB033).

Figure 97. The area supported by the fifth wheel

KEEP PATH OF FIFTH WHEEL FREE OF LARGE HOLES AND GOUGES

6" MIN.

40"

6" MIN.

KEEP BOLTS AND NUTS CLEAR OF THIS AREA

Figure 10

ACCESS HOLE

MAKE SURE THERE ARE NO SHARP EDGES

NO ABRUPT TRANSITIONS IN ELEVATION

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7. Coupling Procedures

IMPORTANT: Following proper coupling

procedures for FW16 Low Lube fifth wheels is extremely important.

Failure to follow all of the procedures contained in these coupling instructions could result in damage to the lube plates.

1. Chock trailer wheels.

2. Position the tractor so the center of the fifth wheel is aligned with the kingpin.

3. Traveling in a straight line, slowly

back tractor to trailer. STOP the tractor before making contact with the trailer (Figure 11).

IMPORTANT: DO NOT make contact

between ﬁfth wheel and trailer or damage to lube plates could occur.

4. Set tractor parking brake and place

into neutral.

5. Completely exhaust air from tractor

suspension, ensuring that the fifth wheel is below the contact surface of trailer (Figure 12).

6. Exit the cab and make sure the fifth

wheel is below the upper coupler plate. Verify proper fifth wheel height. If trailer is too low, use landing gear to raise the trailer height.

Figure 11

TRAILER (TOP)

KINGPIN

Figure 12

EXHAUST SUSPENSION AIR BEFORE BACKING UP

NOTE: For proper operation of landing

gear, follow the instructions published by the landing gear manufacturer.

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7. Slowly back up, using lowest gear possible. Stop when fifth wheel is under the leading edge of the trailer (Figure 13).

8. Set tractor parking brake. Place in neutral. Exit cab and verify proper fifth wheel to kingpin alignment.

9. Adjust tractor suspension to ride height. The fifth wheel plate face MUST make contact with the upper coupler plate (Figure 14). If fifth wheel does not make contact with the upper coupler plate, use the landing gear to lower the trailer until fifth wheel makes contact.

IMPORTANT: If trailer is too high the

kingpin will not properly connect with the lock jaw.

Failure to couple with the trailer at the proper height could result in improper coupling, allowing tractor and trailer separation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

IMPORTANT: NEVER inﬂate the tractor

suspension when the kingpin is above the throat of the ﬁfth wheel.

Figure 13

BACK UP AND STOP!

Figure 14

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Failure to avoid inflating tractor suspension when the fifth wheel is not forward of the king pin, could result in damage to the kingpin and ﬁfth wheel.

10. Slowly back into the trailer, engaging kingpin in the fifth wheel.

11. Connect the air and electrical lines.

12. Raise the landing gear legs until the pads are just above the ground.

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13. Perform a pull test as an INITIAL CHECK by locking the trailer brakes and pulling forward with the tractor to make sure that tractor-trailer separation does not occur (Figure 15).

14. Set the tractor parking brake.

15. Exit the cab and visually inspect for the following to ensure that the lock is closed (Figure 16).

a. Release handle fully retracted with

lock notch behind rib.

b. No gap is permissible between the

trailer upper coupler plate and the fifth wheel.

c. Lock securely closed behind jaw.

16. If proper coupling has NOT been achieved, repeat the coupling procedure.

Failure to properly couple the tractor and trailer could result in tractor-trailer separation while in use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT use any fifth

wheel that fails to operate properly.

Figure 15

LOCK TRAILER BRAKES AND PULL FORWARD WITH TRAILER

Figure 16

NO GAP!

LOCK NOTCH BEHIND RIB

Figure 17

LOCKS COMPLETELY CLOSED AROUND KINGPIN

Failure to repair a malfunctioning fifth wheel before use could result in tractor-trailer separation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

17. Fully retract the landing gear legs off the ground and secure the crank handle (Figure 17).

NOTE: For proper operation of landing

gear, follow the instructions published by the landing gear manufacturer.

18. Remove the wheel chocks and continue with the pre-trip inspection.

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Operation Instructions

8. Uncoupling Procedures

IMPORTANT: Following proper

uncoupling procedures FW16 Low Lube ﬁfth wheels is extremely important.

Failure to follow all of the procedures contained in these uncoupling instructions could result in damage to the lube plates.

1. Position the tractor and trailer, in straight alignment, on firm, level ground clear of obstacles and persons.

2. Set the trailer brakes.

3. Slowly back the tractor tightly against the trailer to relieve pressure on the fifth wheel locks.

4. Set the tractor parking brake.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT exhaust air

from tractor suspension before uncoupling.

Failure to avoid exhausting tractor suspension before uncoupling could result in difficulty uncoupling tractor from trailer which, if not avoided, could result in damage to the fifth wheel and kingpin.

5. Chock the trailer wheels.

6. Lower the landing gear until the pads just touch the ground (Figure 18).

NOTE: For proper operation and ability

to transfer trailer weight from the ﬁfth wheel, follow the landing gear manufacturer’s published instructions. DO NOT raise trailer off of the fifth wheel.

Figure 18

LOWER LANDING GEAR

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7. Disconnect the air and electrical lines from the trailer and secure to tractor.

8. Slide release handle to the left, pull all the way out, slide handle left and hook on casting handle (Figure 19).

9. Release the tractor parking brake and slowly pull forward 12"-18" (306-457 mm) to disengage kingpin from fifth wheel. Fifth wheel should be between the front edge of trailer and kingpin (Figure 20).

IMPORTANT: DO NOT drive the tractor

free of the trailer.

10. Set the tractor parking brake and place into neutral. Completely exhaust air from tractor suspension, ensuring that the fifth wheel is below the contact surface of trailer (Figure 21).

11. Visually inspect uncoupling. Make sure the trailer is completely supported by the landing gear.

12. Release the tractor parking brake and slowly pull away from the trailer.

13. Apply air to the tractor air suspension and allow suspension to return to ride height (Figure 22).

Figure 19

LEFT HAND RELEASE RIGHT HAND RELEASE

Figure 20

SLOWLY PULL FORWARD AND STOP

Figure 21

EXHAUST SUSPENSION AIR BEFORE PULLING FORWARD

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Figure 22

RETURN TRACTOR SUSPENSION TO RIDE HEIGHT

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9. Positioning Sliding Fifth Wheels

1. Position the tractor and trailer, in straight alignment, on firm, level ground clear of obstacles and persons.

2. Set tractor and trailer parking brakes, place tractor in neutral.

Failure to stop and properly lock the tractor and trailer brakes could cause uncontrolled sliding of fifth wheel which, if not avoided, could result in component damage to tractor or trailer.

3. Release slide locking plungers by moving cab switch to unlock position (Figure 23). If manual slide release equipped, pull release lever. If plungers DO NOT come out, lower the landing gear to relieve pressure on the fifth wheel. This will allow fifth wheel to slide easier.

NOTE: Cab switch style could differ

by OEM.

4. Visually inspect and verify that plungers are disengaged.

5. Release tractor parking brake while keeping trailer brakes engaged.

6. Slowly drive the tractor forward or backward to position fifth wheel. Stop tractor at desired position.

7. Re-engage slide locking plungers by moving cab switch to the lock position (Figure 24). If manual slide release equipped, pull release arm to allow plungers to retract.

8. Place tractor in neutral, set tractor parking brake.

Figure 23

AIR OPERATED

MOVE CAB SWITCH TO UNLOCK POSITION

Figure 24

AIR OPERATED

MOVE CAB SWITCH TO LOCK POSITION

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9. Visually inspect plunger lock bars to ensure proper engagement (Figure 25).

10. Retract landing gear legs, if lowered.

11. Verify that slide locking plungers have been re-engaged by performing a pull test (Figure 26).

IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate the

vehicle if the plungers are not fully engaged (locked).

Failure to properly engage plungers and slide base could cause loss of vehicle control which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

10. Fifth Wheel Maintenance

IMPORTANT: All maintenance MUST be

performed by a properly trained technician using proper tools and safe procedures.

IMPORTANT: All maintenance MUST

be performed while the tractor is uncoupled from the trailer.

Failure to properly maintain the fifth wheel could result in tractor-trailer separation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Figure 25

LOCKED (ENGAGED)

RACK

PLUNGER

TRADITIONAL SLIDERS

Figure 26

LOCK TRAILER BRAKES AND PULL FORWARD WITH TRAILER

NOTE: Removal of the fifth wheel

top plate is not required for maintenance but could be required when performing repairs.

1. Thoroughly clean the locking mechanism every six (6) months or 60,000 miles.

2. Prior to coupling, inspect the fifth wheel and mounting. Perform and verify the following:

 Confirm that lube plates are in place

and firmly fastened.

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Maintenance Procedures

 Tighten loose fasteners.  Replace missing fasteners.  Repair/replace missing, cracked or

otherwise damaged components.

 Inspect fifth wheel mechanism.

Lubricate dry or rusty components.

 For a sliding fifth wheel, make sure

both plungers are fully engaged.

 Inspect air line connections.  Make sure ﬁfth wheel is in appropriate

position for weight distribution on the tractor. For proper positioning of the fifth wheel, refer to SAF-HOLLAND

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publication XL-FW10008BM available on the Internet at www.safholland.us.

11. Top Plate Removal

IMPORTANT: Fifth wheel assembly

1. Remove bracket pin retention nuts and bolts from both sides of fifth wheel top plate (Figure 27).

2. Using a pry bar, pull bracket retention pins out of ﬁfth wheel top plate (Figure 27).

3. Using a lifting device capable of lifting 500 lbs. (227 kg), remove the top plate from the mounting base. Place fifth wheel on a flat, clean working area.

has replaceable pocket inserts installed between the ﬁfth wheel top plate and mounting base. When removing top plate, be careful not to lose pocket inserts.

Failure to prevent pocket inserts from falling out of the top plate could cause a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

Figure 27

TOP PLATE

RETENTION BOLT

BRACKET PIN

RETENTION NUT

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NOTE: Follow instructions published by

lifting device manufacturer for proper operation of lifting device.

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12. Lube Plate Inspection

Thoroughly steam clean top surface of fifth wheel for visual inspection. Replace lube plates if:

 One or both lube plates is missing.

 A straight edge laid across the lube

plate contacts any metal portion of the fifth wheel surrounding the lube plates (Figure 28).

 Lube plates are severely chipped, worn,

cracked, gouged or bent

 20% (40 sq. in.) or more of lube plate

coating is missing from one or both plates due to normal wear or damage.

13. Fifth Wheel Lubrication

IMPORTANT: Fifth wheel lubrication

is necessary to get the maximum service life from the FW16 series ﬁfth wheel. Perform the following procedures at the intervals listed.

Figure 28

LOOK FOR STRAIGHT EDGE CONTACT HERE

 FW16 series ﬁfth wheels are equipped with

NoLube plate inserts that eliminate the need to lubricate the ﬁfth wheel-to-trailer contact surfaces.

 FW16 series fifth wheels are equipped

with a lube tube that provides grease to the locking mechanism using a grease ﬁtting.

 Lubricate locking mechanism every three

(3) months or 30,000 miles.

 Thoroughly clean the locking mechanism

every six (6) months or 60,000 miles.

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IMPORTANT:

Fifth wheels that operate in snowy or icy winter conditions, lubrication should be performed every spring in addition to routine lubrication (as noted on the previous page) to ensure optimum operation.

13.A Proper Lubrication Method

Using water-resistant lithium-based

1. grease,

lubricate (A) swing lock-to-hook contact areas directly or through the lube tube grease fitting, and (B) camtrack (Figure 29).

2. Using a light oil, lubricate (C) hook pin, and (D) release handle pivot (Figure 29).

13.B As-Needed Lubrication

 Clean and lubricate locking mechanism

if operational difﬁculties (i.e. problems with coupling, uncoupling, or pulling the release handle) arise during the service life of the ﬁfth wheel (Figure 29).

14. Slide Base Lubrication

NOTE: Slide base should be moved fore

IMPORTANT: If equipped with air

1. With the piston shaft in the exposed

ILS Sliders: Spray spring covered piston

and aft at least once a year to maintain optimum performance.

release, lubricate air cylinder every three (3) months or 30,000 miles whichever comes first.

position, clean with penetrating oil and a clean shop towel (Figure 30).

shaft thoroughly with penetrating oil

(Figure 31).

Figure 29

D

B

C

Figure 30

Figure 31

ILS SLIDER

PISTON

SHAFT

LUBE TUBE GREASE FITTING

A

PISTON

SHAFT

TRADITIONAL SLIDERS

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IMPORTANT: DO NOT use any abrasives

on the exposed shaft as they could damage the piston shaft.

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