FWOE70-0 FW0E70-0 Fifth Wheel Operating Manual You must read and understand the instructions in this manual before operating your fifth wheel. Failure to follow all of the important operating procedures contained in these instructions may result in a dangerous condition or cause a dangerous condition to develop. These instructions apply to the proper operation of your fifth wheel only. There are other important checks, inspections, and procedures not listed here that are necessary, prudent, and/or required by law. Table of Contents Page Component Part Identification and Specifications. Identification of component parts........................... Important specifications.................................. Operating Instructions. Pre-service inspection.................................... Trailer coupling procedures................................ Trailer uncoupling procedures............................. -5 5-6 Routine Inspection and Maintenance. As Needed Lubrication................................... 6. Required Inspections and Adjustments........................ General fifth wheel inspection............................. Inspection of locking mechanism.......................... Lock adjustment procedure............................. 7 7 8 XL-FW08-0
Component Part Identification and Specifications. Identification of component parts NO. PART NO. QTY. PART NAME XA-7-H Release handle, primary A XA-FW-0-D Lock set replacement kit for,0" kingpin B XA-FW-0-0 Lock set replacement kit for,5" kingpin XA-FW-08-D-5 Lock pin, primary XB-095 Retaining ring 5 XB-H-8-A Grease fitting 6 XA-0878 Release handle assembly, secondary 7 RK-6505 Secondary lock arm replacement kit 8 XB-6 Cotter pin 9 XA-06-C Lock pin, secondary 0 XB-0769 Grease fitting XB-5 Cotter pin XB-08- Secondary lock spring XA-0 Locking plunger XD-- Adjusting wedge Socket Head Cap Screw ( 5 /8 "- x " ) 5 XB-0907 6 XB-HNH-58-C Locknut ( 5 /8 "- ) 7 Adjusting wedge spring XB-0 8 XB-007 Locking plunger spring (red) 9 XA-005-FH Release arm 0 XB-08 Hex Head Cap Screw ( / "-0 x /") XB-T-9 Washer ( /") XB-099 Bushing XB-T-69-A Locknut ( / "-0 ) XB-07 Locknut ( " - ) 5 XB-07 Lock washer ("). Important specifications 9 Release Arm 0 Bolt Washer Bushing Nut 8 Locking Plunger Spring Bracket Pocket Adjusting Wedge 5 Bolt 6 Nut 7 Spring A, B Fixed Front Lock Lock Nut 5 Lock washer Locking Plunger A, B Swing Lock Jaw *Lock jaws and adjustment wedge are only sold as a complete lock set kit and cannot be ordered individually. Primary Release Handle XD-7-D-E Secondary Lock Spring Lock Jaw Pin Retaining Ring 5 Grease Fitting 6 Secondary Release Handle 7 Secondary Lock Arm 8 Cotter pin 9 Secondary Lock Pin 0 Grease Fitting Cotter pin The load limits given are valid for operation on paved roads and under conditions prevailing in Europe. For alternative conditions, please consult Holland Europe. Mounting must be carried out in accordance with Holland instructions. 90 closed 85 open 0 HOLLAND 5 57 06 5 7 00 0 7 50 695 880 Vertical Part Number Height D-Value Weight Load Locks FW0E70-0-TP top plate only 6000 kg 0 kn 8 kg.5" FW0E70-0-TP top plate only 0000 kg 70 kn 8 kg " FW0E70-0-00 00 mm 6000 kg 0 kn 8 kg.5" FW0E70-0-00 00 mm 0000 kg 70 kn 8 kg " Holland Europe reserves the right, without prior notice, to change specifications and dimensions. XL-FW08-0
)))))))))))))) )))))))))))))) )))))))))))))) Operating Instructions. Pre-service inspection Inspect the fifth wheel mounting Tighten loose fasteners with required torque Replace missing fasteners Repair/replace cracked components OK Make sure coupling area is flat, level and clear of obstacles and persons Lubricate the fifth wheel-totrailer contact surface with grease Tilt ramps down TILT DOWN Make sure the locks are open OK LOCKS OPEN LOCKS CLOSED If locks are closed: FIRST, make sure SECONDARY lock is open: grasp and pull inner handle move handle down PRIMARY Lock Handle SECONDARY Lock Handle pull handle out lift handle up and hook handle "tab" on outer edge of casting SECOND, make sure PRIMARY lock is open: 5 Pull handle straight out 6 lift up, and hook handle "tab" on edge of casting To Open SECONDARY Lock HOOK HANDLE "TAB" ON CASTING 5 6 To Open PRIMARY Lock HOOK "TAB" ON CASTING 7 Insert long bar into lock jaw opening and pry open lock jaws XL-FW08-0
Operating Instructions. Trailer coupling procedures Center kingpin with fifth wheel center Back tractor close to trailer and STOP. TRAILER (top) KINGPIN Chock trailer wheels Connect brake lines and light cord 5 Support slack in lines to prevent interference 6 Set trailer brakes 7 Adjust trailer height so fifth wheel will lift trailer Trailer should contact fifth wheel 00-50 mm behind fifth wheel bracket pin. 00-50 mm FIFTH WHEEL MUST LIFT TRAILER WRONG FIFTH WHEEL WILL NOT LIFT TRAILER FIFTH WHEEL TILTED DOWN USE LOW GEAR 8 SLOWLY back into trailer 9 Do a pull test PULL TEST PULL FORWARD WITH TRACTOR TRAILER BRAKES LOCKED The coupling procedure is not complete without a visual inspection. You must get out of the tractor and verify that the fifth wheel is properly coupled. Proceed to Step 9 on the following page for visual inspection procedures. XL-FW08-0
Operating Instructions. Trailer coupling procedures (continued) 0 Visual inspection Get out of tractor Visually check that the fifth wheel is locked - - LOCK JAW CLOSED OK NO GAP BETWEEN FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAILER PLATE SECONDARY HANDLE LOCK NOTCH ENGAGED BEHIND GUIDE OF CASTING SECONDARY LOCK HANDLE GUIDE Failure to properly couple and inspect this fifth wheel could result in tractor and trailer separation causing death or serious injury to others. If you do not obtain a proper couple, repeat the coupling procedure. DO NOT USE ANY FIFTH WHEEL THAT FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY! Retract landing gear until pads come off the ground USE LOW GEAR! Switch to high gear, fully retract, then secure crank handle Secure handle Re-check brake lines and light cord. Remove wheel chocks, continue with pre-trip inspection.. Trailer uncoupling procedure 5 Position tractor and trailer on firm, level ground clear of obstacles and persons Set trailer brakes Slowly back tractor tightly against trailer Set tractor brakes Chock trailer wheels XL-FW08-0 5
)))))))))))))) )))))))))))))) )))))))))))))). Trailer uncoupling procedure (continued) 6 Extend landing gear until pads just touch the ground USE HIGH GEAR 7 Switch to low gear and crank an additional - 8 turns USE LOW GEAR! Secure handle 8 Unlock fifth wheel. To Open Secondary Lock To Open Primary Lock First open secondary lock: grasp and pull inner handle move handle down pull handle out lift handle up and hook handle "tab" on outer edge of casting Second, open primary lock: pull handle straight out lift handle up and hook handle "tab" on outer edge of casting HOOK HANDLE "TAB" ON CASTING HOOK "TAB" ON CASTING MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. As needed lubrication NOTE: Maintain adequate lubrication on the following surfaces by inspecting and re-lubricating at regular intervals. Use a water-resistant, lithium grease. GREASE THE TRAILER CONTACT SURFACE LOCKING PLUNGER SLIDING AND ENGAGEMENT AREAS GREASE BRACKET SUPPORTS THROUGH FITTINGS (x ) LOCK JAWS (kingpin contact areas) LOCK PIN GREASE FITTINGS XD-7-D-E SLIDING HANDLE BAR and SPRING XL-FW08-0 6
. Required Inspections and Adjustments NOTE: Perform the following every three () months or 50,000 km, whichever comes first. Thoroughly steam clean all components before inspecting or adjusting... General Fifth Wheel Inspection Inspect the fifth wheel mounting and fifth wheel assembly Tighten loose bolts and fasteners with required torque Replace missing or damaged bolts Replace bet, worn, or broken parts Use only genuine Holland parts kits TO LOCK.. Inspection of Locking Mechanism NOTE: Perform the following every three () months or 50,000 km, whichever comes first. Thoroughly steam clean all components before inspecting or adjusting. Verify the proper operation of the fifth wheel by locking and unlocking the fifth wheel locks using Holland Kingpin Lock Tester TF-TLN-000 or TF-TLN-500. TO UNLOCK Set tool on fifth wheel and rotate handle Push down and rotate the "J" hook under the fifth wheel, then pull handle back After each attempt, verify that the fifth wheel is properly locked as shown below. If you do not obtain a proper couple, repeat the coupling sequence. DO NOT USE ANY FIFTH WHEEL THAT FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY. XL-FW08-0 7
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. Required Inspections and Adjustments.. Lock Adjustment Procedure Using Holland TF-TLN-500 Lock Adjustment Tool, lock the fifth wheel and verify that it is closed as shown in Step 0 on Page 5. Using a socket wrench with a /" Allen hex bit socket, tighten the lock by turning the lock adjustment bolt clockwise / turn at a time. Remove the socket wrench from the bolt and rotate the tool as shown to check for resistance between the tool and lock. ROTATE TOOL TIGHTEN Continue to alternate tightening (clockwise) the adjustment bolt / turn at a time, until the fifth wheel lock is tight against the kingpin in the lock tester. At this point the fifth wheel is OVER-ADJUSTED and NOT usable. The remaining adjustment procedures must be completed. Loosen the adjustment bolt (counter-clockwise) turns. The lock is now properly adjusted. 5 Verify the proper adjustment by locking and unlocking the fifth wheel several times with the lock tester. On each attempt, make sure the locks properly engage. Improper adjustment can cause improper locking of the fifth wheel. If the fifth wheel does not operate properly, DO NOT USE IT! Repeat the adjustment procedures or contact Holland Europe. Copyright June 00 The Holland Group Inc. The Holland Group, Inc. Holland, MI 9 United States Phone: (66) 96-650 Fax: (66) 96-5 EN ISO 900:000 Certified Company Holland Europe GmbH Altenkamp 9 D-758 Schloss Holte-Stukenbrock Germany Phone: +9 (0) 507-89560 Fax: +9 (0) 507-895656 Holland Eurohitch Ltd. Hoo Farm Industrial Estate Worcester Road Kidderminster Worcestershire DY 7RA Phone: + (0) 56-700 Fax: + (0) 56-700 Holland Hitch (Aust.) Pty. Ltd. Melton, Victoria, Australia Phone: 6-(0)-97-6799 Fax: 6-(0)-977-967 Holland Transtrade (Thailand) Company, Ltd. Bangkok, Thailand Phone: 66 (0)-5-8758 Fax: 66 (0)-5-8757 Nippon Holland, Ltd. Tokyo, Japan Phone: 8-(0)-6-90 Fax: 8-(0)-6-07 Holland Transtrade Far East SDN BHD Shah Alam, Malaysia Phone: 60 (0) 7-888 Fax: 60 (0) 76-5588 XL-FW08-08