SAF-HOLLAND XL-FW10054UM FWS1 and FWS2 Series Fifth Wheels - Manual (Page 9)

9 XL-FW10054UM-en-US Rev B · 2012-03-09 · Amendments and errors reserved. © SAF-HOLLAND, Inc.
Figure 11
Operation Instructions
11. If you do not achieve a proper couple,
repeat the coupling procedure.
Failure to properly couple
the tractor and trailer may
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.
Failure to repair a
malfunctioning fifth
wheel before use may
result in a tractor trailer
separation which, if not
avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
12. Fully retract the landing gear legs
off the ground and secure the crank
handle (Figure 11).
NOTE: Follow instructions published by
landing gear manufacturer for
proper operation of landing gear.
13. Verify brake lines and light cords
are connected.
14. Remove wheel chocks, continue with
pre-trip inspection.
7. Uncoupling Procedures
1. Position tractor and trailer on firm, level
ground clear of obstacles and persons.
2. Set trailer brakes.
3. Slowly back tractor tightly against
trailer to relieve pressure on the fifth
wheel locks.
4. Set tractor brakes.
5. Chock trailer wheels.
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