SAF-HOLLAND HOLLAND FW17 Series Reference manual

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1. Issue
SAF-HOLLAND has determined that some Holland FW17 fifth
wheels do not operate as designed. The fifth wheel’s release
handle is remaining on the top plate’s unlock notch (Figure 1)
and is not automatically moving to the “ready to couple” position
(Figure 2) when the trailer kingpin exits the top plate’s locking
mechanism. Therefore, the fifth wheel will remain unlocked
during the next coupling attempt.
If the release handle remains on the unlock notch (Figure 1)
after uncoupling, the release handle needs to be replaced. Replace
the release handle using Replacement Kit RK-171-11079-M. The
kit can be obtain from your local SAF-HOLLAND Original Parts
Distributor or by contacting Customer Service at 800-876-3929.
Service Bulletin
HOLLAND Fifth Wheel
Release Handle Replacement
FW17 Series Fifth Wheel Top Plates January 2012
RELEASE HANDLE
ON UNLOCK NOTCH
“READY TO COUPLE” POSITION
WHEEL IS OPEN

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Figure 4
Figure 3An operator can easily detect this issue when performing the
required visual inspection of the tractor trailer coupling. The
operator will notice that the release handle is not fully retracted
in the closed/locked position with the lock notch behind the rib
as shown (Figure 3) and the hook is not engaged behind the
lock (Figure 4). If the release handle is not in the closed/locked
position the fifth wheel is NOT locked.
IMPORTANT: A fifth wheel may pass a tug test even if
the locking mechanism is NOT securely closed
around the kingpin.
2. Model Identification
Fifth wheel serial tags are located on the left side of the fifth
wheel top plate above the fifth wheel bracket pin or on the
pickup ramps as shown (Figure 5).
The part number and serial number are listed on the tag as
shown (Figure 5).
LOCK NOTCH
BEHIND RIB
UNLOCK
NOTCH
CLOSED
POSITION
2. FULLY RETRACTED
RELEASE HANDLE
NO GAP!
1. NO GAP
3. LOCKS COMPLETELY ENGAGED
LOCK ENGAGED
AROUND KINGPIN
HOOK ENGAGED
BEHIND LOCK
U.S. AND FOREIGN PATENTS APPLY
Model No. XXXXXXXXXXXX
Serial No. XXXXXXXXXXXX
FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSTALL, MAINTAIN & OPERATE
THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN TRACTOR TRAILER
SEPARATION CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
MADE IN
XXXXXX

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3. Service Report Instructions
If the FW17 fifth wheel is in need of repair, complete a
SAF-HOLLAND service report which can be found on our
web site:
www.safholland.us
Warranty, Claims and Processing
Claims Form: XL-MP10004CF
The completed SAF-HOLLAND service report can be submitted
by fax [phone]) or U.S. mail to:
SAF-HOLLAND, Inc.
P.O. Box 425
Muskegon, MI USA 49443-0425
Upon receipt of the completed service report, SAF-HOLLAND
will assign a service notification number and send a FW17 top
plate release handle replacement kit, RK-171-11079-M, at no
charge to you or your customers.

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www.safholland.us
SAF-HOLLAND CANADA · 519.537.3494 · Fax [phone]
WESTERN CANADA · 604.574.7491 · Fax [phone]
www.safholland.ca
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www.safholland.com.mx
[email protected]
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From fifth wheel rebuild kits to suspension bushing repair kits,
SAF-HOLLAND Original Parts are the same quality components used
in the original component assembly.
SAF-HOLLAND Original Parts are tested and designed to provide
maximum performance and durability. Will-fits, look-alikes or, worse
yet, counterfeit parts will only limit the performance potential and
could possibly void SAF-HOLLAND’s warranty. Always be sure to spec
SAF-HOLLAND Original Parts when servicing your
SAF-HOLLAND product.
SAF-HOLLAND USA, INC.
1950 Industrial Blvd., Muskegon, MI 49443
www.safholland.com