Operation instructions – SAF-HOLLAND XL-FW10055UM FW16 Low Lube Series Fifth Wheels User Manual
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Operation Instructions
3. Tilt ramps of fifth wheel downward
(Figure 5).
4. Make sure locks are open (Figure 6). If
locks are closed, slide release handle to
the left and pull all the way out (Figure
7). Pry locks open with lever bar.
5. Inspect leading edge of trailer bolster/skid
plate. It MUST be free of any square or
sharp edges (Figure 8).
6. Make sure there are no bolts or nuts
extending below bolster/skid plate
within 152 mm (6.0") of the fifth
wheel travel path while coupling.
TILT DOWNWARD
TILT DOWNWARD
LOCK IS OPEN
LOCK IS CLOSED
LEFT HAND RELEASE
RIGHT HAND RELEASE
CHAMFERED (Preferred)
OR LARGE RADIUS
LEADING EDGE
20º
2"
MINIMUM