8 inches (10 to 20 cm) behind the fifth wheel
pivot as shown in
For a
no- or low-lube fifth wheel plate
, the fifth
wheel must slide freely under the trailer; the
trailer should contact the fifth wheel at the pivot
point shown in
7.
With the fifth wheel lock opening aligned with the
trailer kingpin, back the tractor slowly toward the
trailer. After sliding under the trailer,
stop
to
prevent from hitting the kingpin too hard, then
resume backing up slowly until the fifth wheel
locks.
On a
standard fifth wheel
, the fifth wheel must
lift the trailer.
On a
no- or low-lube fifth wheel
, do
not
lift the
trailer. Lifting the trailer with a no- or low-lube
fifth wheel may damage the fifth wheel plate.
8.
Apply the tractor parking brakes.
WARNING
A visual inspection is required by law.
Some improper couplings can pass a pull test.
Sound is not reliable.
Get out of the cab and look.
Incorrect coupling could cause the trailer to
disconnect, possibly resulting in serious
personal injury or death.
9.
Perform a coupling inspection.
9.1
Verifying a
Holland FW35
fifth wheel is
locked:
•
Verify that there is no gap between
the bottom of the trailer and the fifth
wheel as shown in
•
Verify that the kingpin is securely
locked as shown in
•
Verify that the nut and washer are
snug against the fifth wheel as
shown in
9.2
Verifying a
Holland FWAL
is locked:
•
Verify that there is no gap between
the bottom of the trailer and the fifth
wheel as shown in
•
Verify that the kingpin is securely
locked as shown in
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A
B
A. Adjust the trailer height as needed.
B. Verify that the pivot point allows the fifth wheel to
slide under the trailer.
Fig. 14.11, Trailer Connection Point, No- and Low-Lube
Fifth Wheel
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Fig. 14.12, No Gap Between Fifth Wheel and Trailer
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A
B
A. Verify there is a 1/4 inch (6.35 mm) or less gap.
B. Verify that the locks are completely closed around
the kingpin.
Fig. 14.13, Kingpin Locked in Holland FW35 Fifth
Wheel Jaws
Fifth Wheels
14.5
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