SAF-HOLLAND XL-FW10017OM Simplex SE and II SE Series Fifth Wheels - Manual (Page 16)

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XL-FW10017OM-en-US Rev A 1110 Amendments and Errors Reserved. © SAF-HOLLAND, Inc.
8. Verify the proper adjustment by lock-
ing and unlocking fifth wheel several
time with lock tester. Verify that there
is at least 1/16” of forward and
backward play in the lock by sliding a
1/16” drill bit between the front edge
of the kingpin on the lock tester and
the front lock (radius) of the fifth
wheel (
Figure 27 ).
If there is not 1/16” minimum free-
play in the lock, the fifth wheel lock
adjustment pin must be rotated coun-
terclockwise to the next lower posi-
tion. Reverify that 1/16” minimum
play exists using 1/16” drill bit as
described above. Check that the fifth
wheel is properly locked.
9. Rotate lock adjustment tool from side
-to-side to ensure that the lock is not
over tightened. The lock should not
grip the kingpin and the lock tester
should rotate freely
.
12. Bracket Pad and Shoe
Inspection
Replace bracket pads and shoes if:
The free vertical movement of top
plate on the bracket exceeds
3/8” (Figure 28).
The bracket pads or shoes are
severely chipped, cracked or gouged.
Figure 28
PUSH DOWN
3/8” MAX. (MEASURED AT EAR)
Maintenance Procedures
Figure 27
NOTE: A minimum of 1/16” free play is
critical to proper operation of the
fifth wheel.