Tronair 01-1229-0011 Installation and operating instructions

OPERATION & SERVICE MANUAL
Tronair, Inc. Phone: [phone] | 800-426-6301
1 Air Cargo Pkwy East Web: www.tronair.com
Swanton, OH 43558 Email: [email protected]
Models:01-1229-0011
01A1229-0011
Custom Towbar
Canadair RJ Aircraft
07/2007 Rev. 06
When ordering Replacement Parts/Kits, please specify Model, Color and Serial Number of your Unit.

REVISION DATE TEXT AFFECTED
04 01/2004 pg 1 Added warning
05 03/2007 Major revision
06 07/2007 Modified 2.1 General Warning

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
1.0 DESCRIPTION..................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................1
2.0 SAFETY INFORMATION..................................................................................................................................................1
2.1GENERAL....................................................................................................................................................................1
3.0 OPERATION.....................................................................................................................................................................2
3.1PRELIMINARY CHECKLIST........................................................................................................................................2
3.1.1 Towbar................................................................................................................................................................2
3.1.2 Towing Head.......................................................................................................................................................2
3.2USAGE PROCEDURE.................................................................................................................................................2
3.2.1 Aircraft Attachment..............................................................................................................................................2
3.2.2 Tug Attachment...................................................................................................................................................2
3.2.3 Couplers..............................................................................................................................................................2
3.2.4 Towing Operation:...............................................................................................................................................3
4.0 TRAINING.........................................................................................................................................................................3
4.1TRAINING REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................................................................3
4.2TRAINING PROGRAM.................................................................................................................................................3
4.3OPERATOR TRAINING...............................................................................................................................................3
5.0 PROVISION OF SPARES.................................................................................................................................................4
5.1SPARE PARTS ............................................................................................................................................................4
5.2PARTS LIST AND ILLUSTRATIONS ...........................................................................................................................4
6.0 IN-SERVICE SUPPORT....................................................................................................................................................4
7.0 GUARANTEES/LIMITATION OF LIABILITY....................................................................................................................4

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Tronair towbars/heads must only be used with matching Tronair heads/towbars, and Tronair shear pins.
This product can not be modified without the written approval of Tronair, Inc. Any modifications done without written approval
voids all warranties and releases Tronair, Inc., it suppliers, distributors, employees, or financial institutions from any liability
from consequences that may occur. Only Tronair OEM replacement parts shall be used.
1.0 DESCRIPTION
The Tronair Model 01-1229-0011 and 01A1229-0011 Custom Towbars are a designed for towing the Canadair RJ Aircraft.
The custom towbars include an aircraft attachment by machined pins on the towing head which attach to the nose landing
gear. There is a handle and an eyebolt at the end of the towbar for towing. The eyebolt incorporates a compression spring to
dampen shock loads during towing.
1.1 SPECIFICATIONS
Aircraft Application: Canadair RJ
Maximum Aircraft Gross Weight: 53,000 lbs (23.7 kg)
Dimensions:
Length: 146 13/16 in (372.9 cm) From eyebolt centerline to aircraft attachment centerline
147 7/8in (375.6 cm) From eyebolt centerline to aircraft attachment centerline
Width: 29 5/16 in (74.4 cm)
Height: 20 11/16 in (52.4 cm)
Weight: 120 lbs (54.4 kg) 01-1229-0011
122 lbs (55.3 kg) 01A1229-0011
Finish: Blue Powder Coat
Shear Rating:
Axial: 10,850 lbs (4,921.5 kg)
Radial: 40,000 in-lb (4,519.4 N-m)
2.0 SAFETY INFORMATION
2.1 GENERAL
The Tronair Model 01-1229-0011 and 01A1229-0011 Custom Towbars are used for moving the Canadair RJ Aircraft only.
To ensure safe operation, please read the following statements and understand their meaning. This manual contains safety
precautions which are explained as follows. Please read carefully.
WARNING! Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death,
and/or substantial property damage if the Warning Notice is ignored.
CAUTION! Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will or can cause minor personal injury or
property damage is the Caution Notice is ignored.
WARNING!
A damaged or bent towbar should not be used. Towbar should be repaired or replaced.
WARNING!
Tronair recommends the use of a towbar with a category 1 or category 2 tug and aircraft not exceeding
75,000 lbs gross weight. Using the towbar with aircraft weighing in excess of this specific limitation may
result in excessive loads and stresses being applied to the towbar and/or the aircraft. These excessive
loads may cause failure of the towbar which could cause damage (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION to
the aircraft) and/or personal injury OR DEATH. TRONAIR MAKES NO REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY OR
GUARANTEE AS TO SUCH MISUSE AND DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY FOR INJURY, LOSS OR
DAMAGE ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO SUCH MISUSE.

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3.0 OPERATION
3.1 PRELIMINARY CHECKLIST
3.1.1 Towbar
Check weld between towbar and handles for cracks.
Check air pressure in tires; inflate/deflate as required.
Check all fastener connections to ensure they are not loose or missing.
3.1.2 Towing Head
Check welds between side rails and head rail for cracks:
Check welds between head frame, connector tube, and shear plates for cracks.
Check shear pin to ensure it has not broken; replace if necessary.
Check fastener connection of towing head to towbar. Ensure the connection is not loose or missing.
Check shear pin bushings. Ensure they are not cracked or chipped.
Check pins on towing head for bending or excessive wear.
3.2 USAGE PROCEDURE
3.2.1 Aircraft Attachment CAUTION!
It is recommended that your towbar be attached to the aircraft first, and then connected to the tug to avoid
possible aircraft damage.
Ensure the slide pin is locked in place using the detent ball plungers.
3.2.2 Tug Attachment
CAUTION!
Damage to the towbar or aircraft can result from an excessive towbar angle during towing operations.
Reference Figure 1.
Use a pintle height so that the towbar is as level as possible during towing. Also, the pintle hook height should prevent
contact of the towbar with the ground during towing.
3.2.3 Couplers CAUTION!
Damage to the towbar or aircraft can result while towing with the following types of couplers:
Lift Head
Standard Duty Latch
Vertical Side Swing Latch
Swivel Hook
The couplers listed above are known to cause binding and
failure in the lunette eye. Indicators of binding are wear on
outside diameter of the eyebolt and indentation on the
inside diameter of the eyebolt. Reference Figure 2.
Incorrect
Excessive Towbar Angle
Correct
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2

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3.2.3 Couplers (continued)
Tronair recommends a telecoupler pintle hook arrangement. This arrangement is known to eliminate binding. Tronair offers a
Standard Telecoupler, Model Number 01-1950-5000, for use on tugs. Reference Figure 3.
Damage to the towbar and/or aircraft can result by towing or pushing an
aircraft with an incorrect size eyebolt or pintle pin. A correct size eyebolt will
make contact with the pintle pin. A gap between the eyebolt outside diameter
and the coupler face plate should be easily seen. An eyebolt which is too large
will cause the eyebolt to make contact with the face plate of the coupler. When
the eyebolt is too large for the coupler, a gap between the inside diameter of
the eyebolt and the coupler face plate will be seen. Reference Figure 4.
To ensure proper towing and pushing, check to make sure the pintle pin
diameter is not too long for the eyebolt's inside diameter. An approximate one-
half inch (1/2") gap between the pin diameter and the eyebolt should be seen.
If any of these conditions are not met, please contact Tronair for information to
obtain a new coupler.
3.2.4 Towing Operation:
Damage to the towbar or aircraft can result from pushing an aircraft while
maintaining too sharp of an angle between the tug and the aircraft. Contact
between the towbar weldment and the tug must be avoided. It is
recommended that the angle between the tug and towbar not exceed 90º.
Reference Figure 5.
4.0 TRAINING
4.1 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
The employer of the operator is responsible for providing a training program
sufficient for the safe operation of the towbar.
4.2 TRAINING PROGRAM
The employer provided operator training program should cover safety procedures concerning use of the towbar in and around
the Canadair RJ at the servicing location.
4.3 OPERATOR TRAINING
The operator training should provide the required training for safe operation of the towbar.
NOTE: Maintenance and Trouble Shooting are to be performed by the skilled and trained technician.
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 3 01-1950-5000 Standard Telecoupler
FIGURE 4

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5.0 PROVISION OF SPARES
5.1 SPARE PARTS
Spare parts may be obtained from the manufacturer:
TRONAIR, Inc. Telephone: [phone] or 800-426-6301
1 Air Cargo Pkwy East Fax: [phone]
Swanton, Ohio 43558 USA E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.tronair.com
5.2 PARTS LIST AND ILLUSTRATIONS
Reference the following pages for Replacement Parts and Kits available.
6.0 IN-SERVICE SUPPORT
Contact Tronair for technical services and information.
7.0 GUARANTEES/LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Tronair products are warranted to be free of manufacturing or material defects for a period of one year after shipment to the
original customer. This is solely limited to the repair or replacement of defective components. This warranty does not cover the
following items:
a) Parts required for normal maintenance
b) Parts covered by a component manufacturers warranty
c) Replacement parts have a 90-day warranty from date of shipment
If you have a problem that may require service, contact Tronair immediately. Do not attempt to repair or disassemble a product
without first contacting Tronair, any action may affect warranty coverage. When you contact Tronair be prepared to provide the
following information:
a) Product Model Number
b) Product Serial Number
c) Description of the problem
If warranty coverage is approved, either replacement parts will be sent or the product will have to be returned to Tronair for
repairs. If the product is to be returned, a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number will be issued for reference purposes
on any shipping documents. Failure to obtain a RMA in advance of returning an item will result in a service fee. A decision on
the extent of warranty coverage on returned products is reserved pending inspection at Tronair. Any shipments to Tronair must
be shipped freight prepaid. Freight costs on shipments to customers will be paid by Tronair on any warranty claims only. Any
unauthorized modification of the Tronair products or use of the Tronair products in violation of cautions and warnings in any
manual (including updates) or safety bulletins published or delivered by Tronair will immediately void any warranty, express or
implied.
The obligations of Tronair expressly stated herein are in lieu of all other warranties or conditions expressed or implied. Any
unauthorized modification of the Tronair products or use of the Tronair products in violations of cautions and
warnings in any manual (including updates) or safety bulletins published or delivered by Tronair will immediately
void any warranty, express or implied and Tronair disclaims any and all liability for injury (WITHOUT LIMITATION and
including DEATH), loss or damage arising from or relating to such misuse.

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Parts List
When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit.
Item
Part Number
Description
Qty
8
Z-3999
Assembly, Shock (01-1229-0011)
1
8
Z-4137
Assembly, Shock (01A1229-0011)
1
15
Z-6514-01-01 (Reference Only)
Weldment, Towbar
Not Sold Separately
13
G-1420-106006
Bolt, Hex Head, Grade 8, 5/16 -18 x ¾" long
12
14
G-1251-1060R
Lockwasher, 5/16 Regular
12
16
H-1537-08
Clamp, Muffler
2
17
Z-5643-01
Weldment, Axle Mounting Bracket
1
21
G-1100-106005
Bolt, Hex Head, Grade 5, 5/16 -18 x 5/8" long
4
22
G-1251-1060R
Lockwasher, 5/16 Regular
4
23
U-1000
Caster, Swivel
2
47
TR-1857-01
Tube, Handle
1
48
G-1100-105520
Bolt, Hex Head, Grade 5, ¼-28 x 2" long
1
49
G-1202-1055
Stopnut, ¼-28 Elastic
1
50
G-1250-1050N
Flatwasher, ¼ Narrow
1
K-1112
Kit, Wheel Replacement; consists of:
27
G-1250-1100N
Flatwasher, 5/8Narrow
1
28
G-1203-1105
Jamnut, 5/8-18 Elastic
1
29
U-1024
Wheel, Pneumatic Tire
1
Due to the high compression used in assembly, this Shock Assembly should be returned to Tronair for repair.
Discuss with Customer Service Salesperson.
Use Loctite 271 or equivalent during re-assembly.

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Parts List
When ordering replacement parts/kits, please specify model, serial number and color of your unit.
Item
Part Number
Description
Qty
2
Z-5614-01-01 (Reference Only)
Weldment, Towbar
Not Sold Separately
10
X-1110
Assembly, Head; consists of:
1
32
Z-2628-01
Assembly, Shear Plate
1
33
G-1446-22
Pin, Shear
3
34
G-1155-109216
Screw, Socket Head Shoulder, 5/8" diameter x 1¾" long
1
35
H-1724-06
Bushing, Head Press Fit
2
36
G-1250-1100N
Flatwasher, 5/8Narrow
1
37
H-1725-11
Bushing, Headless
1
38
Z-5094-01
Weldment, Head
1
39
H-2443*07.0
Assembly, Lanyard
2
40
G-1351-04
Rivet, 1/8Open-End Steel
2
41
G-1202-1090
Stopnut, ½ -13 Elastic
1
42
Z-2626
Assembly, Handle
2
43
R-1430
Pin, Sliding
2
44
G-1202-1070
Stopnut, 3/8-16 Elastic
2
45
G-1155-107216
Screw, Socket Head Shoulder, ½" diameter
2
K-3467-01
Kit, Head Assembly Replacement; consists of:
6
G-1100-109554
Bolt, Hex Head, Grade 5, ½ -20 x 5½" long
1
10
X-1110
Assembly, Head; consists of:
1
11
G-1250-1090N
Flatwasher, ½ Narrow
2
12
G-1203-1095
Jamnut, ½ -20 Elastic
1

APPENDIX I
Declaration of Conformity

Tronair, Inc. Phone: [phone] | 800-426-6301
1 Air Cargo Pkwy East Web: www.tronair.com
Swanton, OH 43558 Email: [email protected]
DECLARATION of CONFORMITY
The design, development and manufacture is in accordance with European Community guidelines
Custom Towbars
01-1229-0011
01A1229-0011
Relevant provisions complied with by the machinery:
2006/42/EC
Relevant standards complied with by the machinery:
EN ISO 12100-1
Identification of person empowered to sign on behalf of the Manufacturer:
Quality Assurance Representative