TRAILER CONNECTION TO HET TRACTOR - Continued
CAUTION
•
Ensure there is a generous amount of grease on fifth wheel, ramps,
king pin, and steering wedge. Insufficient lubrication may result in
damage to equipment.
•
HET Tractor and trailer coupling should be done with the HET Tractor
and trailer straight in line, not at an angle. If the wedge of the trailer
is not aligned with fifth wheel, operate trailer to align them. Fifth wheel
or steering wedge may be damaged.
7. Prepare trailer for coupling (TM 9-2330-381-14). (WP 0113)
NOTE
Loosening steering wedge adjusting nut ensures steering wedge can be
properly fitted and tightened after king pin is locked in fifth wheel.
8. Turn steering wedge adjusting nut (8) three full turns counterclockwise.
8
Figure 3.
9. Start HET Tractor engine. (WP 0037)
WARNING
The position of assistant must be known at all times. Be careful no one
is standing directly behind tractor or trailer or under trailer neck during
coupling procedure. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death
to personnel.
TM 9-2320-360-10 0034
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