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4 XL-FW1114-01 Rev. A
2. Operating Instructions (continued)
2.2 Trailer Coupling Procedures (continued)
7
8
9
1
10
Fifth Wheel
Must Lift
Trailer
➠
➠
1
00 - 150 mm
➠
➠
➠
➠
NO GAP!
1
2
3
4
Release
handle notch
is locked in
the casting
Pull handle
without using
“trigger”.
Handle should
stop against casting
➠
➠
PULL TEST
F
ifth Wheel
Tilted Down
U
se LOW Gear
Nut and Washer Snug
Against Fifth Wheel
Trailer
Brakes
Locked
Pull Forward With Tractor
➠
F
ifth Wheel
Will Not Lift
Trailer
Lock jaws
completely
closed around
kinpin
Adjust trailer height so
the fifth wheel will lift the
trailer. The Trailer should
c
ontact the fifth wheel
1
00 – 150 mm behind the
f
ifth wheel bracket pin.
SLOWLY back into trailer.
Get out of the
tractor.
Visually check
that the fifth
wheel is locked
(steps 1-4 at right).
Do a pull test.
WARNING
The coupling procedure is not complete without a visual inspection. You must get
out of the tractor and verify that the fifth wheel is properly coupled to the kingpin
as shown below.
WARNING
If you do not obtain a proper couple, repeat the coupling sequence.
DO NOT use any fifth wheel that fails to operate properly.