SAF-HOLLAND XL-FW10055UM FW16 Low Lube Series Fifth Wheels - Manual (Page 11)

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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.
Operation Instructions
Figure 18
LOWER LANDING GEAR