Buyers PH8 - Manual

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PH8 8-Ton Pintle Hook
Towing Applications
Trailers and equipment designed for over-the-road
towing within the stated capacities. For off-road
applications, reduce the capacities listed above
by 25% and use in conjunction with a swivel-type
drawbar.
Drawbar Eye Dimension
2" to 3" I.D. with 1-1/4" to 1-5/8" diameter section
Mounting
1. Use a secure mounting structure of sufficient
strength to support the rated capacity ot the pintle
hook in accordance with S.A.E. J 849B.
2. Use the hole pattern template supplied with the
pintle hook.
3. Use four 1/2" grade 8 bolts, torque to 100 lb.-ft.
Operating Instructions
1. Before operating, inspect for proper opera-
tion, worn, damaged or missing parts and secure
mounting. Correct as required before use.
2. Open latch by removing safety pin and lifting lock.
3. Position drawbar eye over the horn of the pintle
and lower into place.
WARNING: Do not damage the latch. Be particu-
larly careful with the drawbar when coupling and
uncoupling.
4. Push latch closed and insert safety pin.
WARNING: Other steps and inspections are
also required. Consult D.O.T. regulations and
American Trucking Association for complete
coupling and uncoupling procedures.
Maintenance
For proper performance, perform the following every
3,000 miles or 3 months, whichever comes first.
1. Clean and inspect for proper operation.
2. Inspect, in particular, the coupling area. Replace
when wear exceeds 1/8" (.125") from the original
surface profile.
3. Inspect for worn, damaged or missing parts.
Replace as required.
4. Regularly lubricate latch and lock pivots with
a light oil lubricant.
5. Check the mounting bolts for proper torque.
General Information
1. Do not modify or add to this product.
2. Do not weld on this product.
WARNING
Maintain adequate vertical (tongue) load to prop-
erly control the trailer (generally 10%) but do not
exceed the above rated capacities.
WARNING
It is the user’s responsibility to be sure that the
pintle hook mounting surface is capable of 3,200 lbs.
vertical load and 16,000 lbs. gross trailer weight.
Capacity
3,200 lbs. maximum vertical load
16,000 lbs. maximum trailer weight
Installation Instructions