SAF-HOLLAND XL-TA10006OM Drum Brake Axles Tapered and Parallel Spindle Axles - Manual (Page 4)

4 XL-TA10006OM-en-US Rev B · 2014-03-13 · Amendments and Errors Reserved · © SAF-HOLLAND, Inc., SAF-HOLLAND, HOLLAND, SAF,
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General Safety, Maintenance and Inspection Instructions
Operational and Road Safety Instructions
„ The wheel contact surfaces between the wheel and hub
MUST NOT receive additional paint.
IMPORTANT: The wheel contact surfaces MUST be clean,
smooth and free from grease.
Failure to keep wheel and hub contact surfaces
clean and clear of foreign material could
allow wheel/hub separations which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
„ Only the wheel and tire sizes approved by the trailer builder
can be used.
„ Before operating the vehicle, ensure that the maximum
permissible axle load is not exceeded and that the load
is distributed equally and uniformly.
„ Make sure that the brakes are not overheated from
continuous operation.
Failure to minimize the use of brakes during
overheating conditions could result in
deterioration of brake efficiency which,
if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
„ The parking brake MUST NOT be immediately applied when
the brakes are overheated.
If the parking brake is immediately applied
to the brakes when overheated, the brake
drums or discs could be damaged by different
stress fields during cooling.
„ Observe the operating recommendation of the trailer
manufacturer for off-road operation of the installed axles.
IMPORTANT: The definition of OFF-ROAD means driving
on non-asphalt/non-concrete routes, such
as gravel roads, agricultural and forestry tracks,
on construction sites and in gravel pits.
IMPORTANT: Off-road operation of axles beyond
the approved application design could
result in damage and impair suspension
system performance.
„ SAF ® axles require routine service, inspection and maintenance
to maintain optimum performance, operational and road
safety, and to recognize natural wear and defects before
they become serious. Please refer to the Service Manual
for Drum Brake Axles XL-TA1000060M-en-US which can
be found at www.safholland.us or contact our customer
service group at 888-396-6501.
1. Safety Instructions
General and Servicing Safety Instructions
„ Read and observe all Warning and Caution hazard alert
messages. The alerts provide information that can help prevent
serious personal injury, damage to components, or both.
Failure to follow the instructions and safety
precautions in this manual could result in
improper servicing or operation leading
to component failure which if not avoided
could result in death or serious injury.
„ All installation should be performed by a properly trained
technician using proper/special tools, and safe procedures.
NOTE: In the United States, workshop safety requirements
are defined by federal and/or state Occupational
Safety and Health Act (OSHA). Equivalent laws
could exist in other countries. This manual is written
based on the assumption that OSHA or other
applicable employee safety regulations are followed
by the location where work is performed.
IMPORTANT: Use only SAF-HOLLAND ® Original Parts to
service your SAF-HOLLAND ® INTEGRAL ™
disc brake axle.
Failure to maintain your SAF-HOLLAND ®
INTEGRAL™ disc brake with SAF-HOLLAND ®
Original Parts can result in brake or wheel
bearing failure which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
„ Properly support and secure the vehicle and axles from
unexpected movement when servicing the unit.
Failure to properly support the vehicle
and axles prior to could create a crush
hazard which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
„ If possible, unload the trailer before performing any
service procedures.
„ After re-positioning the brake chamber, brake adjuster
and/or ABS system as instructed in this manual, ALWAYS
consult the manufacturer’s manual for proper operation.
IMPORTANT: Key components on each axle system
including but not limited to suspension,
brake adjuster, brake chambers, bearings,
hubs, and drums require information
supplied by the original manufacturer of
the components to ensure proper and safe
operation of the axle system.
Failure to follow the original manufacturer’s
instructions regarding spring brake or air
pressure control could allow an
uncontrolled release of energy which
could result in death or serious injury.
„ Service both roadside and curbside of an axle. Worn parts
should be replaced in sets. Key components on each axle’s
braking system, such as friction material, rotors and drums
will normally wear over time.