TM-9-2510-247-13-P

FIFTH WHEEL TOWING DEVICE MODEL 250M

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S, UNIT, AND DIRECT SUPPORT MAINTENANCE MANUAL, REPAIR PARTS AND SPECIAL TOOLS LIST

JULY 2004

  TM-9-2510-247-13-P - Page 9 of 522

WARNING
COMPRESSED AIR
Compressed air used for cleaning or drying purposes, or for clearing restrictions, should never exceed 30 psi
(207 kPa). Wear protective clothing (goggles/shield, gloves, etc.) and use caution to avoid injury or death to
personnel.
Air under 100 psi pressure is used in the operation of the air brake system.
Serious injury or death can result
if precautions are not
taken.
WARNING
WORK SAFETY
Unless otherwise specified, perform all lubrication and preventive maintenance checks with fifth wheel towing
device on level ground and uncoupled. Failure to follow this warning may result in injury or death to
personnel.
If personnel becomes dizzy while using cleaning solvent, immediately get fresh air and medical help. If
solvent contacts eyes, immediately wash your eyes and get medical attention.
Failure to comply may result in
injury or death to personnel.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When troubleshooting an electrical malfunction or performing electrical maintenance, ALWAYS disconnect
intervehicular electrical cable from towing vehicle. Failure to do so may result in injury or death due to electric
shock.
Remove all power to fifth wheel towing device prior to making any repairs on the electrical system. Failure to
do so may result in serious injury or death.
Although battery ground cable must be connected in order to test electrical circuit voltage, disconnect battery
ground cable from prime mover before performing resistance tests or replacing parts. This will prevent shock
to personnel, and damage to parts and equipment.
DO NOT touch heat shrinkable tubing for at least 30 seconds after heating.
Heat shrinkable tubing is hot and
will burn you causing serious injury or death.
g


Back to Top