Holland Atlas 55 Installation and operating instructions

Atlas 55, Atlas 65 and Atlas iM
Installation, Operation
and Maintenance Manual
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Contents
Contents Page
Introduction..........................................................................2
Warranty...............................................................................2
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings..............................................2
Section 1 – Safety Instructions ..............................................3
Section 2 – Model and Serial Number .................................. 4
Section 3 – Pre-Installation Instructions ............................... 6
Section 4 – Recommended Bracing....................................... 7
Section 5 - Welding Standards.............................................. 8
Section 6 – Installation Instructions ..................................... 9
Section 7 – Landing Gear Operation................................... 10
Section 7.1 – Pre-Inspection............................................... 10
Contents Page
Section 7.2 – Landing Gear Orientation.............................. 10
Section 7.3 – Landing Gear Operation During Coupling ...... 11
Section 7.4 – Landing Gear Operation During Uncoupling .. 12
Section 8 – Routine Service and Inspection ........................ 14
Section 8.1 – Landing Gear Inspection (Before Use)............ 14
Section 8.2 – Lubrication ................................................... 14
Section 8.3 – Cleaning ....................................................... 14
Section 8.4 – Hardware Inspection..................................... 15
Section 8.5 – Landing Gear Alignment................................ 15
Section 9 – Troubleshooting ............................................... 16
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
Before starting any work on the unit, read and understand all
the safety procedures presented in this manual. This manual
contains the terms “NOTE”, “IMPORTANT”, “CAUTION”, and
“WARNING” followed by important product information. These
terms are defined as follows:
NOTE: Includes additional information to enable accurate
and easy performance of procedures.
IMPORTANT: Includes additional information that if
not followed could lead to hindered
product performance.
Used without the safety alert symbol,
indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in property damage.
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Introduction
This manual provides information necessary for the installation,
operation and maintenance of the SAF-HOLLAND®Atlas 55, 65 and
iM model landing gears.
Read this manual before using or servicing this product and
keep it in a safe location for future reference. Updates to this
manual, which are published as necessary, are available on
the internet at www.safholland.us.
When replacement parts are required, SAF-HOLLAND®highly
recommends the use of only SAF-HOLLAND®Original Parts. A
list of technical support locations that supply SAF-HOLLAND®
Original Parts and an Aftermarket Parts Catalog are available
on the internet at www.safholland.us or contact Customer
Service at 888-396-6501.
Warranty
Refer to the complete warranty for the country in which
the product will be used. A copy of the written warranty is
included with the product or available on the internet at
www.safholland.us.

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Properly support and secure the vehicle from unexpected
movement when servicing the landing gear.
NOTE: If possible, unload the trailer before performing any
service procedures.
Failure to secure the trailer from rolling, when
operating the landing gear, could result in
death, serious injury or property damage.
Failure to properly support and secure
the trailer during installation of landing
gear could create a crush hazard which,
if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
DO NOT walk/crawl underneath a trailer during
coupling/uncoupling or while it is supported by the
landing gear/kingpin stand.

If possible, unload the trailer before performing any
maintenance or service procedures.
Failure to keep clear from underneath the
trailer could create a crush hazard which,
if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Safety Instructions
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 maintenance 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 may
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: Verify before installation that the landing
gear selected will withstand the load
and have the correct travel/extension
requirements for the trailer.
DO NOT operate the landing gear if it is cracked,
bent, or any other damage is present. Using damaged
landing gear could result in death or serious injury.
Failure to check condition of landing gear
prior to operating could result in unexpected
performance which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Using damaged landing gear could
result in unexpected performance which,
if not avoided, could result in death or
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Figure 1
Figure 2
Model Identification
2. Model Identification
Atlas 55
The Atlas 55 identification code is located on the top cover or
on the side, behind the grease fittings of each landing gear
leg (Figure 1 and 2). The first number is the part number,
described below, and the second number is the serial number. In
order to properly identify the HOLLAND®landing gear and its
components when communicating with SAF-HOLLAND®or a
dealer, please record the part and serial numbers below and
refer to them when ordering replacement parts.
Part No:
Serial No:
Purchase Date:
Mounting
0 - Univ.Mt.-.66"Ø Holes
1 - Conv. Mt.- .66" Ø Holes
4 - I-Beam Mt. - .66" Ø Holes
8 - Reverse Mt. - .66" Ø Holes
9 - Special
A - Univ. Mt.- .53" Ø Holes
B - Conv. Mt. - .53" Ø Holes
H - I-Beam Mt. - .53" Ø Holes
L - Reverse Mt.- .53" Ø Holes
Travel
1 - Special
3 - 13.50"
5 - 15.50"
7 - 17"
9 - 19"
Shafts
0 - Universal
1 - Reverse
2 - I-Beam 6.5"
8 - Special
9 - Conventional
A - I -Beam 10"
J - Universal EZ Shift
K - Conventional EZ Shift
L - Reverse EZ Shift
M - I-Beam EZ Shift
Footware
0 - No Footware
1 - Sandshoe 4.50"x 10"x 10"
2 - Sandshoe 4.50"x 10"x 12"
3 - Sandshoe 2"x 10"x 10"
4 - Sandshoe 2"x 10"x 12"
5 - Shockfoot DIA 12"
8 - Shockfoot DIA 10"
9 - Special
A - R.C.F. No Footware
B - R.C.F. 10" x 10"
C - R.C.F. DIA 10"
D - R.C.F. DIA 12"
M - Sandshoe HD 4.50"x 12"x 12"
R - R.C.F. 12"x 12"
S - R.C.F. 10"x 10" Heavy Duty
Z - 10" x 10" Low Profile RCF
Grease
0 - Standard Pack
9 - Special
Q - No Lube™
(Permanently Lubricated)
S - No Lube™
(Lifetime Warranty)
F - 45°Fittings
G - 4 Straight Fittings Per Leg
Log No. Accessory No.
Contact SAF-HOLLAND®
Customer Service for Special
Options and Accessories
Part Number
LG4 0 0 1 - 7 0 0 0 00 000
Leg Assembly
0 - Sets
1 - Left Hand
2 - Right Hand
Retract Tube
0 - Standard
5 - R.C.F. MRL
6 - Shock Can
9 - Special
B - Min. Retracted
Shockfoot and
Low Profile RCF
Model
LG4 - Atlas 55

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Model Identification
Figure 3
Figure 4
Atlas 65
The Atlas 65 identification code is located on the top cover
or on the side, behind the grease fittings, of each landing gear
leg (Figure 3 and 4). The first number is the part number,
the second number is the type code, and the third number is
the serial number. In order to properly identify the HOLLAND®
landing gear and its components when communicating with
SAF-HOLLAND®or a dealer, please record the part number, type
code, and serial number and refer to them when ordering
replacement parts.
Part No:
Type Code:
Serial No:
Purchase Date:
Mounting Plate
0 - Standard Taper .656" Ø
1 - Standard Taper .531" Ø
Shafts
0 - Standard Universal
1 - Standard Inside
2 - Outside I-Beam 6.5"
3 - Outside I-Beam 10"
4 - Standard Outside
Lube/Warranty
0 - Std. Lube
Std. Warranty
1 - No Lube
™
Std. Warranty
2 - No Lube
™
Lifetime Warranty
Type Code
LG6 0 0 0 00 0 0
Model
LG6 - Atlas 65
Foot Ware
99 - No Foot
98 - Leg with Axle - No Foot
97 - Sand Shoe 4.5" x 10" x 10"
96 - Sand Shoe 4.5" x 10" x 12"
95 - Sand Shoe 2"x 10" x 10"
94 - Sand Shoe 2" x 10" x 12"
93 - Sand Shoe HD 4.5" x 12" x 12"
92 - Standard RCF 10"x 10"
91 - Low Profile RCF
90 - For RCF - No Foot
89 - Low Profile RCF - No Foot
88 - Sand Shoe 4.5" x 16" x 16"
87 - Sand Shoe LP 2" x 12" x 12"
86 - Sand Shoe STD 4.5" x 12" x 12"
85 - Sand Shoe HD 4.5" x 12" x 17"
84 - Sand Shoe HD 4.5" x 12" x 10"
83 - Sand Shoe HD - LP 2" x 10" x 10"
82 - Sand Shoe HD 4.5" x 10" x 10"
81 - Standard RCF 12" x 12"
80 - Sand Shoe 4.5" x 18" x 16"
79 - Sand Shoe LP 2" x 16" x 16"
Leg Assembly
0 - Sets
1 - Leg Without Gear Box
2 - Leg With Gear Box
Travel
3 - 13.5"
5 - 15.5"
6 - 17" - MRL
7 - 17"
9 - 19"

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Model Identification
Figure 5
Figure 6
Atlas iM
The Atlas iM identification code is located on the top cover
or on the side, behind the grease fittings, of each landing gear
leg (Figure 5 and 6). The first number is the part number,
the second number is the type code, and the third number is
the serial number. In order to properly identify the HOLLAND®
landing gear and its components when communicating with
SAF-HOLLAND®or a dealer, please record the part number, type
code, and serial number and refer to them when ordering
replacement parts.
Part No:
Type Code:
Serial No:
Purchase Date:
Mounting Plate
0 - Standard Taper .656" Ø
1 - Standard Taper .531" Ø
Shafts
2 - Outside I-Beam 6.5"
3 - Outside I-Beam 10"
4 - Standard Outside
Lube/Warranty
1 - No Lube™
Std. Warranty
2 - No Lube™
Lifetime Warranty
Type Code
LG6 0 0 0 00 0 0
Model
LG6 - Atlas iM
Foot Ware
92 - Standard RCF 10" x 10"
83 - Sand Shoe HD - LP 2" x 10" x 10"
Leg Assembly
0 - Sets
1 - Leg Without Gear Box
2 - Leg With Gear Box
Travel
3 - 13.5"
5 - 15.5"
6 - 17" - MRL
7 - 17"
9 - 19"

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Pre-Installation Procedures
Figure 8
3. Pre-Installation Instructions
Prior to installation of the landing gear, correctly size the
legs to the trailer. There MUST be 12" (304.8 mm) minimum
ground clearance, when the landing gear is fully retracted.
Ensure that the legs have sufficient travel to raise the trailer
from the fifth wheel 1-3" (25.4 - 76.2 mm) without over-
extension. DO NOT force the landing gear past its stops.
Failure to operate the landing gear within
the maximum extension or retraction
including repeated winding to its physical
stops could, if not avoided, cause
damage to the landing gear.
IMPORTANT Provide adequate clearance between the
jack shaft bushings, jack shaft, shift shaft
and the trailer frame. If the bushings or
shafts are tight against the frame, damage
and hard cranking will result (Figure 7).
Failure to provide adequate clearance
between the jack shaft bushings, jack shaft,
shift shaft, and the trailer frame could
cause hard cranking and wear which, if not
avoided, could result in minor/moderate
injury or component damage.
Before installation of the landing gear, ensure that both legs
are in the fully retracted position. Both landing gear legs
MUST be extended equally at all times.
Failure to extend the legs evenly could
cause trailer to tip over, which, if not
avoided, could result in death, serious
injury, or property damage.
Failure to extend the legs evenly could
increase the potential for landing gear
spring back, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Ensure the cross-shaft is of adequate length for the application.
When installed, the cross-shaft should have 1/8" (3 mm) to
3/8" (9.5 mm) of side to side free play. It should also rotate
freely with the jack shaft when installed (Figure 8). A cross
shaft which is too long will cause binding resulting in stiff
operation and excessive bushing wear.
Failure to ensure the cross-shaft is
installed at adequate length and has free
play could result in stiff operation which, if
not avoided, could result in property damage.
1/8" (3 mm) -
3/8" (9.5 mm)
FREE PLAY
FREE ROTATION
Figure 7
SUFFICIENT CLEARANCE INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE

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Installation Procedures
4. Recommended Bracing
Installers are responsible to ensure that the mounting structure and
mounting method are adequate for the intended imposed loads, use
and application in accordance with trailer design specifications.
Published ratings are based on physical tests wherein the
mounting plate of the tested landing gear legs was attached to
a rigid fixture using eight (8) Grade 8, 5/8" (16 mm) diameter
bolts and nuts with hardened washers. The lower end of
the upper housing tubes were rigidly braced in a lateral and
longitudinal direction. All fasteners were torqued according to the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
The following are the minimum bracing requirements to meet
AAR-931 Side Load Requirements:

Hardware: 5/8" (16 mm) Grade 8 bolts for all brace attachment.

Strut Bracket: “W” Bracket (LG0266), 3/8" ( 9.5 mm)
thick x 2" (51 mm) wide (minimum) or equivalent.
NOTE: DO NOT install strut brackets in the center of the
housing without proper backing and DO NOT
attach the brackets to the housing band (Figure 11).
NOTE: DO NOT allow weld for strut brackets to penetrate
through the housing and make contact with the
retract tube.
Failure to follow the installation instructions
and bracing recommendations in this
manual could create a crush hazard
which, if not avoided, could result in
death, serious injury or property damage.
Failure to install, the landing gear per the
preceding instructions and recommendations
could cause faulty operation which, if not
avoided, could cause property damage and
void the warranty.

Strut Brace: 1-1/2" (38 mm) Schedule 80 pipe or 1.900 outside
diameter x 8 GA. Wall x 50,000 p.s.i. yield or equivalent.
Flatten the pipe on both ends to accommodate fasteners and
attachment to the brackets/trailer.
NOTE: DO NOT completely flatten the end of the pipe.
ONLY flatten the area around the bolt hole.
A completely flat end can buckle.
Use of strut braces that DO NOT meet
these requirements may result in brace
failure which, if not avoided, could result
in death, serious injury or property damage.
The minimum bracing configuration to be used: A-type bracing
laterally, with an additional straight cross member. Longitudinal
bracing should consist of two braces mounted rearward of the
landing gear, one for each leg as illustrated (Figures 9 and 10).
Figure 10
Figure 11
LONGITUDINAL REARWARD BRACING
ACCEPTABLE
NOT ACCEPTABLE
Figure 9
LATERAL A-TYPE BRACING
6.50" MAXIMUM
(LOWER POSITION
PREFERRED)
STRUT BRACES
STRUT BRACE
“W“BRACKETS
6.50" MAXIMUM
(LOWER POSITION
PREFERRED)
“W“BRACKET

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Welding Standards
The recommended welding gas for gas metal arc welding
(GMAW) is 90% Argon / 10% CO2. If a different gas is used,
welds MUST comply with penetration requirements illustrated
(Figure 12). Where the installation drawing specifies
different than above, the drawing shall prevail.
5.4 Procedures
Tack welds used for positioning components are to be located
in the center of the final weld, where practical. Tack weld
should be completely fused to the finish weld. DO NOT
break arc at the end of the weld. Back up all finish welds
at least 1/2" (12.7 mm) or a sufficient amount to prevent
craters at the end of the weld. Where weld is shown to go
around corners, it is assumed the corner represents a stress
concentration area. DO NOT start or stop weld within
1" (25.4 mm) of the corner. Particular care should be taken
to prevent undercutting in this area.
5.5 Weld Size
If weld size is NOT specified, the effective throat of the weld
MUST be no smaller than the thinnest material being welded
(Figure 12).
LACK OF FUSION OF ANY
KIND IN THIS AREA IS NOT
ACCEPTABLE AT ANY TIME
PENETRATION AS MEASURED THROUGH SEAM
TARGET PENETRATION TO BE
% OF THINNEST MATERIAL
FROM INTERSECTION OF FILLET
AS ILLUSTRATED
TARGET
PENETRATION
5. Welding Standards
5.1 Welding Standards
This specification applies to all components supplied by
SAF-HOLLAND®, and its products. The customer assumes
full responsibility for weld integrity if weld material and
procedures differ from those listed below.
5.2 Workmanship
All welding on SAF-HOLLAND®products MUST be performed
by a welder qualified according to the appropriate AWS
standard for the weld being made or an equivalent standard.
It is the responsibility of the customer to provide good
workmanship when welding on SAF-HOLLAND®products.
5.3 Material
Items to be welded that are made from low carbon or high-
strength alloy steel are to be welded with AWS filler metal
specification AWS A5.18, filler metal classification ER-70S-3,
ER-70S-6 or equivalent unless specified on the
installation drawing.
NOTE: Any substitution for filler material from the above
standard MUST comply, as a minimum, with the
following mechanical properties:
Tensile Strength - 72k psi (496 MPa)
Yield Strength - 60k psi (414 MPa)
Charpy V Notch - 20ft.-lbs. (27 N•m) at 0o F (-17.7o C)%
Elongation - 22%
Figure 12

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Installation Procedures
6. Installation Instructions
1. On a level surface, support the front of the trailer with
either a kingpin stand, or while coupled to a tractor
(Figure 13).
2. Set the parking brakes and chock the tires.
Failure to properly support the trailer and
chock the tires during installation of
landing gear could create a crush hazard
which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
3. Using a square, check that the trailer landing gear
mounting surfaces are perpendicular to the ground and
parallel to each other.
4. Install the landing gear legs and cross-shaft to the
trailer frame. Torque mounting bolts to manufacturer’s
specifications. Ensure the cross shaft lock nuts are snug,
but cross-shaft is allowed side to side free-play.
5. Install the bracing. Refer to Section 4, (Recommended
Bracing), for the minimum bracing requirements. Torque
fasteners to manufacturer’s specifications.
IMPORTANT: After installing the bracing, use a square
to ensure that the legs have remained
aligned with the trailer and each other
as illustrated (Figure 14).
6. Install the crank handle onto the shift shaft. Position the
washers on the outside of the crank handle. Insert the bolt
through both the washers and the shaft, and secure with
nut (Figure 15).
7. Ensure proper operation by extending and retracting
the landing gear. Verify the crank handle is allowed to
engage and disengage freely.
8. Extend the landing gear to ensure that both legs reach
the ground simultaneously.
Failure to maintain two hand control of
handle and release SLOWLY could cause
spring back which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
9. Install the crank hanger, and ensure that the handle can
be adequately secured.
Locate Hanger on right-hand side of leg centerline for
outside mount.
Locate Hanger on left-hand side of leg centerline for
inside mount.
Failure to secure the crank handle when
NOT in use could, allow unplanned
landing gear extension which, if not
avoided, could result in property damage.
Figure 13
Figure 14
CORRECT
SQUARE
TRAILER
END VIEW
TRAILER
SIDE VIEW
SUPPORT AT KINGPIN
“A” RIDE
HEIGHT
FIFTH WHEEL
OPERATING HEIGHT
Figure 15
WASHERS
BOLT
SHAFT
NUT

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Pre-Operation Procedures
Figure 17
Figure 16
10. Verify that all braces, crank handle and foot ware are
properly attached and that all bolts are tightened to
fastener manufacturer torque specifications.
7. Landing Gear Operation
7.1 Pre-Operation Inspection
The landing gear should be visually inspected prior to use.
Make sure the legs are square to the trailer on both sides.
Visually check for damaged, loose or broken components.
Repair or replace the damaged landing gear.
Failure to check the condition of the
landing gear prior to operating could
result in use of damaged product which,
if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
7.2 Landing Gear Orientation
Determine if the landing gear is an outside (conventional) or an
inside (reverse) mount before operation. The mount determines
how the landing gear operates.
Landing gear with an outside mount (Figure 16):
Push the crank handle in for high speed.
Pull the crank handle out for low speed.
Turn the crank clockwise to retract the leg.
Turn the crank counter-clockwise to extend the leg.
Crank storage hanger should be located on right-hand
side of leg centerline.
Always stow handle in hanger while in low gear (pull out).
Landing gear with an inside mount (Figure 17):
Push the crank handle in for low speed.
Pull the crank handle out for high speed.
Turn the crank clockwise to extend the leg.
Turn the crank counter-clockwise to retract the leg.
Crank storage hanger should be located on left-hand
side of leg centerline.
Always stow handle in hanger while in low gear (push in).
INSIDE MOUNT
RETRACT
EXTEND
RETRACT
EXTEND
OUTSIDE MOUNT
HIGH
LOW
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Operation Procedures
Figure 20
Figure 18
7.3 Landing Gear Operation During Coupling
Failure to perform procedures in a lighted
area that is clear of obstacles and personnel
could lead to a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTE: For specific coupling instructions relating to
the fifth wheel, tractor, and trailer, refer to the
respective manufacturer's instructions.
1. Make sure the coupling area is flat, level and clear of
persons and obstacles.
2. Prepare the fifth wheel, tractor and trailer for coupling
per the manufacturer's instructions.
3. Back up to the trailer per the fifth wheel, tractor, and
trailer manufacturer's instructions, centering the kingpin
with the throat of the fifth wheel as illustrated (Figure 18).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT attempt to couple until steps 4-6
are completed.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT couple the tractor and trailer at
an angle.
Failure to align the tractor and the trailer
properly could result in damage to the
landing gear.
4. Engage the tractor parking brake, and chock the trailer
wheels. Connect the brake lines and the electrical connections.
Support the slack in the line to prevent interference.
5. Make sure that the landing gear is in low gear and
engage the crank handle (Figure 19).
Failure to lift and lower the trailer in
LOW GEAR could result in damage to the
landing gear.
6. With two hands on the crank handle, adjust the trailer
height according to the fifth wheel, tractor, and trailer
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Failure to maintain two hand control of
the handle and release SLOWLY could
cause spring back, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
7. Release the tractor parking brake. Couple and verify
that the fifth wheel jaws are locked per the fifth wheel
manufacturer's recommendations.
8. Engage the tractor parking brake. While still in low gear,
retract the landing gear until the pads just come off the
ground (Figure 20).
Figure 19
TRAILER
(TOP)
KINGPIN
USE LOW
GEAR UNTIL
PADS JUST
COME OFF
GROUND
HANDLE
ENGAGED
HANDLE
DISENGAGED

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Operation Procedures
Figure 22
Figure 23
Figure 219. Release the tractor parking brake. Re-verify that the fifth
wheel jaws are locked per the fifth wheel manufacturer's
recommendations. Reapply the tractor parking brake.
10. Shift the landing gear into high gear and fully retract.
Shift the landing gear into low gear and secure the crank
handle. For outside mount use Figure 21 ,for inside
mount use Figure 22.
Failure to retract the landing gear fully
before moving the trailer could result
in property damage.
Failure to secure the crank handle when
NOT in use could allow unplanned
landing gear extension which, if not
avoided, could result in property damage.
11. Complete all pre-trip inspection and operation procedures.
7.4 Landing Gear Operation During Uncoupling
NOTE: For specific uncoupling instructions relating to
the fifth wheel, tractor, and trailer, refer to the
respective manufacturer's instructions.
1. Position the tractor and the trailer on a well lit, level
surface, clear of persons and obstacles. Verify that the
surface beneath the landing gear is capable of supporting
the trailer weight. Also ensure that the tractor and trailer
are in line with each other.
NOTE: If necessary, place landing gear pads on a support
plank to prevent the landing gear from sinking
into the supportive surface. (This is especially
important with liquid cargo, where a shift in the
contents could overturn the trailer).
Failure to align the tractor and trailer
properly could result in damage to the
landing gear.
Failure to rest the landing gear pads on
a hard, flat surface, could result in trailer
tip-over which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
2. Engage the trailer brakes. Slowly back tractor tightly against
the trailer. Set the tractor brakes, and chock the trailer wheels.
3. Engage the landing gear crank handle and shift to high
gear (Figure 23).
SECURE
HANDLE
SECURE
HANDLE
OUTSIDE MOUNT
INSIDE MOUNT
HANDLE
ENGAGED
HANDLE
DISENGAGED

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Figure 25
4. Extend the landing gear until the pads just touch the
ground (Figure 24).
Failure to operate the landing gear within
the maximum extension or retraction
including repeated winding to its physical
stops could, if not avoided, cause damage
to the landing gear.
Failure to maintain two hand control of
the handle and release SLOWLY could
cause spring back which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
5. Shift the landing gear into low gear and secure the crank
handle in the crank hanger (Figure 25).
Failure to secure the crank handle in low gear
when NOT in use could, allow unplanned
landing gear operation which, if not
avoided, could result in property damage.
6. Per the manufacturer's instructions, release the fifth
wheel, disconnect the air lines and the electrical cord.
Release the tractor brakes. Slowly drive away from the
trailer until the fifth wheel disengages from the kingpin
but remains under the trailer.
7. Engage the tractor parking brake. Get out and inspect
the landing gear and the support surface for proper
trailer support.
Failure to properly support the trailer
could result in trailer instability which, if
not avoided, could result in death, serious
injury or property damage.
8. Complete the uncoupling procedures per the fifth wheel,
tractor, and trailer manufacturer's recommendations.
SECURE
HANDLE
Figure 24
USE HIGH
GEAR UNTIL
PADS TOUCH
GROUND
Figure 26
SECURE
HANDLE
INSIDE MOUNT

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Maintenance and Service Schedule
Table 1
Procedure Interval Notes
Landing Gear Inspection Every use
Replacement/repair required if
components visibly damaged,
loose, or broken.
Lubrication*
Every six (6)
months *Unless
No Lube™
option selected.
More frequently in excessively
moist and dusty conditions, as
well as if not used for extended
periods of time.
Cleaning With the vehicle
Hardware Inspection Every 6 months
Landing Gear Alignment Every 6 months
Inspection required if landing
gear are visibly bent or damaged.
*DO NOT use lubrication containing Teflon.
Figure 27
C CB
A A
8. Routine Service and Inspection
8.1 Landing Gear Inspection (Before Use)
Before use, inspect the landing gear for cracks, bent components,
or damaged/missing hardware, and any noticeable defects.
The landing gear must be repaired prior to operation to avoid
damage and possible injury.
Failure to check the condition of landing
gear prior to operating could result in use
of damaged product which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
8.2 Lubrication
The landing gear requires lubrication whether it is used
frequently or sits idle for extended periods of time. If left
idle and un-greased, hard cranking could result. Use high
quality grease for normal applications. For low temperature
applications, use low temperature grease. Follow these steps
to maintain expected performance (Figure 27):
Failure to properly lubricate the landing
gear when required could result in
damage to the landing gear.
1. Place the trailer on level ground, chock the tires, and
support the trailer independently of the landing gear.
2. Fully retract the landing gear, then using high gear,
extend the leg 2-3 turns and lubricate the lift-screw
assembly through grease fitting “A”. Apply 1/2 lb.
of grease.
3. Lubricate the gearbox, using grease fitting “B”.
Apply 1/4 lb. of grease.
4. Lubricate the bevel gear, using grease fitting “C”.
Apply 1/4 lb. of grease.
5. Distribute the lubrication by fully extending and
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8.3 Cleaning
No special cleaning of the landing gear is required; however,
the landing gear should be cleaned with the rest of the vehicle.
NOTE: DO NOT directly aim water at the landing gear
shafts and bushings or up into the retract assembly.
Water infiltration into the gearbox and housing may
cause corrosion.
Failure to prevent water infiltration into
the shafts, bushings and retract assembly,
could result in damage to the landing gear.
8.4 Hardware Inspection
Perform the following procedures to ensure the landing gear
is in proper working order:
1. Tighten or replace the mounting bolts as necessary.
2. Inspect the mounting bracket for cracks or other signs
of damage.
3. Repair or replace any broken or damaged part of the
landing gear assembly or mounting structure.
Failure to repair or replace damaged landing
gear components can result in unsafe
product conditions which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
4. Inspect the crank handle bolt and the lock nut. Tighten or
replace as necessary.
5. Inspect the crank handle. If the handle connecting tabs,
tube or grip are bent or damaged, replace the handle.
6. Cross shaft connection bolts and lock nuts should be
secure, but allow side-to-side play in the cross shaft.
7. Inspect the footware for damage and replace if the
components are bent or cracked. If removable footware is
present, ensure all mounting bolts and fasteners are tightened
and footware is secure.
8. Check for proper shift shaft engagement in both high and low
gear and proper shifting between gears. Rebuild if necessary.
NOTE: The crank shaft should translate approximately
5/8" between high and low gear.
9. Rebuild or replace the landing gear with excessive play in
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Troubleshooting
Figure 29
Figure 28
SQUARE
CORRECT
SQUARE
SQUARE
TRAILER SIDE VIEW
TRAILER END VIEW
SLIGHTLY ANGLED
RETRACT TUBE IS
PERMISSIBLE
8.5 Landing Gear Alignment
Check to make sure the landing gear legs are in alignment with
the trailer and parallel with each other using a square (Figure 28).
Bent or damaged legs are an indication of possible damage to
the lift screw, lift nut or other internal components and should
be replaced.
NOTE: Atlas 55, 65 and iM landing gear utilize a floating nut
retract tube design. A retract tube that appears to
be angled slightly compared to the upper housing
DOES NOT constitute a damaged leg (Figure 29).
However, if the landing gear housing shows signs
of fracture or cracking around the band area, the
landing gear must be replaced.

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Troubleshooting
9. Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE RESOLUTION
Hard to Crank
Landing Gear
Turning the crank in the
wrong direction
Refer to “Landing Gear Operation” for proper crank rotation.
Attempting to raise or lower
trailer in high gear.
Shift into low gear. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIFT OR LOWER IN HIGH GEAR.Doing so could result in damage
to the landing gear.
Cross shaft binding. Inspect cross shaft bolts. Back off bolts to allow lateral (side to side) movement of the cross shaft.
Straighten or shorten cross shaft to eliminate binding.
Misaligned landing gear legs. Legs MUST be parallel and extend and retract evenly. Remove cross driveshaft and adjust landing gear legs
to same height.
Lack of grease. Grease landing gear legs as provided in the “Lubrication” section.
Damaged lift screw or nut. Check landing gear for signs of impact (accident) damage. Disconnect cross shaft and crank legs individu-
ally to determine which leg is damaged. Replace entire retract assembly or damaged leg.
Interference between powder
metal bushing or jackshaft of
gearbox and trailer mounting
surface.
Trailer mounting surface may need to be modified to ensure no interference between bushing or jackshaft
and trailer surface.
Upper housing or retract tube
may be bent.
Replace damaged part(s) or landing gear.
Excessive wear or damage
to pinion, bevel, input, idler
and/or output gears.
Replace damaged gears.
Bearing boss is pushed inside
housing.
Replace jackshaft and O-ring with jackshaft repair kit designed for landing gear models sold after January 2013.
Weld blow through where
strut bracket is welded to
housing.
Grind weld as required and re-weld. (With no-load on landing gear, the retract tube should have free play
inside the housing.)
Hard to crank landing
gear under load only.
Damaged collar. Replace the collar
Damaged thrust bearing. Replace the thrust bearing.
Crankshaft jams or
skips while turning.
Inner leg screw damaged. Examine the lift nut and screw of the inner leg assembly for impact (accident) damage. Replace
components or leg as necessary.
Worn, broken, or damaged
gears (missing teeth).
Examine pinion, bevel pinion and all gearbox gears for missing teeth or other signs of damage or wear.
Replace components as necessary.
Landing gear will NOT
shift between gears.
Low input gear is frozen or
binding on the shift shaft.
Follow procedures in the Troubleshooting Guide XL-LG11424TS-en-US to restore easy shifting.
Gearbox leg operates
but opposite leg
DOES NOT.
Broken/damaged cross
driveshaft bolt.
Replace cross driveshaft bolt.
Broken/damaged cross
driveshaft.
Replace cross driveshaft.
Bevel gear pin/pinion gear pin
sheared in non-gearbox leg.
Remove upper leg cover. Check for damaged or missing pins under bevel gear, or in pinion gear and
replace as necessary.
Bevel gear/pinion gear
damaged in non-gearbox leg.
Remove upper leg cover. Check for damaged gears and replace as necessary.
Non-gearbox leg
operates, but gearbox
leg DOES NOT.
Bevel gear pin/pinion gear pin
sheared in gearbox leg.
Remove upper leg cover. Check for damaged or missing pins under bevel gear, or in pinion gear and
replace as necessary.
Bevel gear/pinion gear
damaged in gearbox leg.
Remove upper leg cover. Check for damaged gears and replace as necessary.
Both legs will NOT
operate, shift shaft
will turn but output
shaft DOES NOT turn.
Damaged input, idler, and/or
output gear.
Remove gearbox cover. Inspect and replace broken gears.
Gear pin(s) sheared in gearbox.Remove gearbox cover. Inspect and replace broken pins.
Both legs will NOT
operate, but shift
shaft and output
shaft turn.
Bevel gear pin/pinion gear pin
sheared in both legs.
Remove upper leg covers. Check for damaged or missing pins under bevel gear, or in pinion gear and
replace as necessary.
Bevel gear/pinion gear
damaged in both legs.
Remove upper leg covers. Check for damaged gears and replace as necessary.
Legs locked and will
NOT turn
Bent retracting screw or
damaged riser nut and screw.
Check landing gear for signs of impact (accident) damage. Disconnect cross shaft and attempt to crank legs
individually to determine which leg is damaged. Replace entire retract assembly or damaged leg.

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