Multiquip MLT25 operation manual Adjustable Channel, Hydraulic Brake Troubleshooting

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maintenance — TRAILERS

WARNING

Failure to maintain proper fluid level in the actuator may result in loss of braking action which could cause severe property damage, injury or death.

Periodically check the actuator mounting fasteners for damage or loosening. Inspect the actuator for worn or damaged parts. As you are towing your trailer, be aware of any changes in braking quality. This could be an early warning of brake or actuator malfunction and requires immediate attention. Consult a certified brake specialist to make necessary adjustment or repairs.

Table 4. Hydraulic Brake Troubleshooting

Symptom

Possible Cause

Solution

No Brakes

Brake line broken or kinked?

Repair or replace.

 

Brake lining glazed?

Reburnish or replace.

 

Trailer overloaded?

Correct weight.

 

 

 

Weak Brakes or

Brake drums scored or

Machine or replace.

Brakes Pull to

grooved?

 

One Side

Tire pressure correct?

Inflate all tires equally.

 

 

 

 

 

Tires unmatched on the

Match tires.

 

same axle?

 

 

 

Brake components loose,

Replace components.

Locking Brakes

bent or broken?

 

 

Brake drums out-of-round?

Replace.

 

 

 

Noisy Brakes

System lubricated?

Lubricate.

 

 

Brake components correct?

Replace and correct.

 

 

 

 

 

Brake lining thickness

Install new shoes and

 

incorrect or not adjusted

Dragging

linings.

correctly?

Brakes

 

Enough brake fluid or correct

Replace rubber parts

 

 

fluid?

fill with dot 4 fluid.

Adjustable Channel

Your trailer may be equipped with an adjustable channel (Figure 16) that allows the coupler to be raised or lowered to a desired height. Periodically check the channel bolts for damage or loosening.

NOTICE

When replacing channel mounting hardware (nuts, bolts and washers), never substitute substandard hardware. Pay close attention to bolt length and grade. ALWAYS use manufacturer's recommended parts when replacing channel mounting hardware.

Figure 16. Adjustable Channel

Wheel Bearings

Wheel bearings (Figure 17) must be inspected and lubricated once a year or 12,000 miles to insure safe operation of your trailer.

If trailer wheel bearings are immersed in water, they must be replaced.

DANGER

If trailer wheels are under water for a long period of time, wheel bearings may fail. If this is the case, service wheel bearings immediately.

The possibility exists of the wheels falling off causing equipment damage and severe bodily harm even death!

If the trailer has not been used for an extended amount of time, have the bearings inspected and packed more frequently, at least every six months and prior to use.

Follow the steps below to disassemble the wheel hub and service the wheel bearings. See Figure 17.

BEARING

WHEEL

HUB

OIL

 

 

 

SEAL

 

BEARING

COTTER

 

BEARING

CUP

PIN

 

BEARING

 

CUP

 

 

 

 

 

 

DUST

 

 

LUG

CAP

 

 

NUT

 

SPINDLE

 

WASHER

SPINDLE

 

 

NUT

Figure 17. Wheel Hub Components

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Contents Model MLT25 sERIES Proposition 65 warning Nhtsa Reporting Safety DefectsSpecifications are subject to change without notice Table of ContentsSaFeTY Messages Safety InformationSaFeTY sYMBOLs Addresses practices not related to personal injuryGeneRaL saFeTY LaMp saFeTY LIgHT TOWeR saFeTYTOWIng saFeTY Loading and Tie-Down on Flatbed Truck TRanspORTIng saFeTY„ neveR operate light tower ELeCTRICaL saFeTYLight Tower Specifications MLT25 Series SpecificationsTrailer Specifications Generator/Engine SpecificationsDimensions DimensionsReference Letter Description Dimension Length Mast Stowed Position Length Mast Deployed PositionMetal Halide Lamps General informationMajor Components Control Panel Side ComponentsMajor Components Front/Rear Circuit Breakers, 3-Pole, 15 a Turn the lamps on and offInspection Read all safety instructions at the beginning of manualBefore starting Check all fastening nuts and bolts for tightnessFemale and Male Connector Contact between the two connectorsStarting the Engine OperationMast operation Outriggers and Support StandsRaising the Mast Lowering the Mast Raising the MastStowing the Mast to Horizontal Position Rotating the MastVoltage Selector Positions Move the Voltage Selector to the desired positionGenerator/ENGINE Maintenance MaintenanceCheck Cable Wear Servicing the Mast Raise/Lower Cable SystemLower the mast to the horizontal resting position Servicing the Mast Extension Cable SystemManually Adjusting the Brakes Maintenance TrailersTrailer Brakes Hydraulic BrakesHydraulic Brake Troubleshooting Adjustable ChannelLeaf Suspension Wheel Hub AdjustmentCOMMOn Causes for LOss of TRaILeR Safety guidelines TrailersTRaILeR TOWIng guIDeLInes COupLIng to THe TOW veHICLe DRIvIng COnDITIOnsTRaILeR TOWIng TIps InOpeRaBLe BRaKes, LIgHTs or MIRRORsTRaILeR vIn Tag TOW veHICLe ELeCTRICaL COnneCTORSuspensIOn sYsTeM BRaKe COnTROLLeRTRaILeR LIgHTIng anD BRaKIng COnneCTOR SaFeTY CHaInsBReaKaWaY sYsTeM JaCKsTanDTrailer tongue. Wood or concrete blocks may also be used Lock washer and hitch frameCoupling the Trailer to the Tow vehicle Ball Coupler Breakaway Brake system Attaching safety ChainBreakaway Cable surge Brake system Uncoupling the Ball Hitch Connecting Trailer LightsPInTLe Hitch COupLeR Pintle Coupler and pintle HookCoupling Trailer to Tow vehicle pintle Coupler Figure H. Attaching Safety Chain Pintle HitchDetermining Load Limit of Trailer TIRe saFeTY Unsafe Tires, Lug nuts or WheelsBe sure lug nuts are tight before each tow Determining Load Limit of Tow vehicle step StepTable a. speed Rating TIRe FunDaMenTaLsLetter Rating Speed Rating Tire Repair Tire safety TipsReplacing Worn or Damaged Tires Uniform Tire Quality grading standards uTQgsWheel Rims Table B. Tire Wear TroubleshootingWheels, Bearings and Lug nuts Lug nut Torque RequirementsTable C. Tire Torque Requirements Lights and signalsSymptom Possible Cause Solution Lamp TroubleshootingReplacement minimizes color differences When switch is first Checking voltage and ballast Turned onClean fixture Lamp starts slowly ARC does not strike Defective Lamp?Connections Lamp Troubleshooting GuideBallast Removal StartingElectronic components locator L3 NEU. GND Wiring diagram sheetTB1 E1 AWG Page HERE’S HOW to GET Help