Trailer Jockey Operators Handbook
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moving the lever forward. Forcing the lever forward with the
engine running will damage the transmission and PTO gears.
The MT Transmission PTO, when engaged will operate only
when the transmission is in neutral or when the machine is
traveling. The hydraulic pump
To operate hydraulic pump when the machine is stopped, the
transmission must be shifted to neutral.
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RAILER
P
ICKUP
AND
M
OVEMENT
Never allow passengers on or in the Trailer Jockey while in
operation.
Attempting to couple with the trailer at an improper height
could result in a false or improper coupling and cause damage
to the Trailer Jockey fifth wheel and/or trailer.
a. Raise fifth wheel, if necessary, to pick up the trailer
slightly when backing under trailer.
b. Back under trailer until the fifth wheel latches securely.
c. Raise the trailer landing gear just off the ground. Place
shift selector in "D" and make test pull.
Move forward just enough to be sure the king pin is locked in
the fifth wheel. Make sure transmission selector is in the neu-
tral position before lifting.
If you do not obtain a proper coupling, pull away and line up
the fifth wheel with the trailer again. Do not use any fifth
wheel that fails to operate properly.
d. Hook up both service and trailer brake release air lines
and electrical connections.
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