SAF-HOLLAND XL-FW10049OM AL Aluminum NoLube Series Fifth Wheels - Manual (Page 13)

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NOTE: Removal of the fifth wheel top plate
is not required for maintenance but
may be required when performing
repairs.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the vehicle
if the plungers are not fully
engaged (locked).
7. Verify that slide locking plungers have
been re-engaged by performing a pull
test. Lock trailer brakes and pull for-
ward with tractor to make sure fifth
wheel does not slide (Figure 23).
Failure to properly engage
plungers and slide base
may cause loss of vehicle
control which, if not
avoided, may result in
death or serious injury.
FIFTH WHEEL MAINTENANCE
Failure to properly maintain
your fifth wheel could result
in tractor trailer separation
which, if not avoided, may
result in death or serious
injury
IMPORTANT: All maintenance must be
performed by a trained
technician using proper tools
and safe procedures.
IMPORTANT: All maintenance must be
performed while the tractor is
uncoupled from the trailer.
Maintenance Procedures
Figure 23
LOCK TRAILER BRAKES AND
PULL FORWARD WITH TRAILER