SAF-HOLLAND XL-FW10009UM FW35 Series Fifth Wheel - Manual (Page 13)

XL-FW10009UM-en-US Rev B · 2012-06-05 · Amendments and errors reserved. © SAF-HOLLAND, Inc. 13
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Figure 26 Failure to properly maintain
your fifth wheel could
result in tractor-trailer
separation which, if not
avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
NOTE: Removal of the fifth wheel
top plate is not required for
maintenance but may be required
when performing repairs.
11. Top Plate Removal
IMPORTANT: Fifth wheel assembly
has replaceable pocket
inserts installed between
the fifth wheel top plate
and mounting base.
When removing top
plate, be careful not
to lose pocket inserts.
Failure to prevent pocket
inserts from falling out of
the top plate could cause
a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
1. Remove bracket pin retention nuts and
bolts from both sides of fifth wheel top
plate (Figure 26).
2. Using a pry bar, pull bracket retention
pins out of fifth wheel top plate
(Figure 26).
3. Using a lifting device capable of lifting
500 lbs. (227 kg), remove the top plate
from the mounting base. Place fifth
wheel on a flat, clean working area.
NOTE: Follow instructions published by
lifting device manufacturer for
proper operation of lifting device.
Maintenance Procedures
RETENTION NUT
RETENTION BOLT
TOP
PLATE
BRACKET PIN