SAF-HOLLAND XL-FW10009UM FW35 Series Fifth Wheel - Manual (Page 9)

XL-FW10009UM-en-US Rev B · 2012-06-05 · Amendments and errors reserved. © SAF-HOLLAND, Inc. 9
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Figure 14
Operation Instructions
SECURE
CRANK
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use any fifth
wheel that fails to
operate properly.
Failure to repair a
malfunctioning fifth
wheel before use could
result in tractor-trailer
separation which, if not
avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
17. Fully retract the landing gear legs
off the ground and secure the crank
handle (Figure 14).
NOTE: For proper operation of landing
gear, follow the instructions
published by the landing
gear manufacturer.
18. Remove the wheel chocks and continue
with the pre-trip inspection.
NOTE: For no-tilt fifth wheels used
with rigid upper couplers,
always remove no-tilt shaft
assembly for on-road use.
8. Uncoupling Procedures
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.