Ridewell Suspensions RSS-233 - Suspension Identification; Suspension System Serial Tag

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Figure 1. The Suspension Serial Tag is located on
the left-hand (driver’s side) suspension hanger.
SUSPENSION IDENTIFICATION
Introduction
It’s important that the proper suspension model be
chosen for the application in which it is to be used.
The Ridewell Self-Steering (RSS) 233 Suspension
series is a fully integrated, auxiliary axle suspension
system available for truck and trailer applications.
The RSS-233 20K Truck Suspension System can be
congured with drum or disc brake axle assemblies
and with an optional steering lock. The 20K Truck
suspension can also be congured with drum brake
assembliesfor roll-o applications.
Refer to the engineering drawing for detailed infor-
mation on the suspension system components and
operating parameters.
Read through the entire Installation and Service
Manual (ISM) before performing any installation or
maintenance procedures.
Identication Tag
Ridewell suspension systems can be identied by the
Part and Serial Number listed on the serial identica-
tion tags.
Suspension Serial Tag
The Suspension Serial Tag provides information on
the suspension model (Figure 1).
The Part Number (233xxxx) refers to the individual
model of the suspension system.
The nine-digit Serial Number (1xxxxxxxx) refers to
the date and order of manufacture of the suspension.
Please refer to both the part number and serial num-
ber when contacting Ridewell for customer service,
replacement parts and warranty information.
Notes and Cautions
All work should be performed by a properly trained
technician using the proper/special tools and safe
work procedures.
The ISM uses two types of service notes to provide
important safety guidelines, prevent equipment dam-
age and make sure that the suspension system oper-
ates correctly. The service notes are dened as:
“NOTE”: Provides additional instructions or
procedures to complete tasks and make sure that
the suspension functions properly.
Indicates a hazardous situation or
unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could result
in equipment damage and serious injury.
Notes on Self-Steering Option
Self-steering suspensions are designed to steer only
in the forward direction. The suspension should be
raised o the ground or locked into a non-steering
conguration during reverse travel to avoid damag-
ing the suspension.
Ridewell Suspensions strongly recommends the use
of automated systems that raise/lock the lift-axle
during reverse travel. For manual operations, Ride-
well recommends the installation of a visual/audible
indicator to assist the driver.
Use caution when maneuvering in reverse with the
steering lock engaged. The driver should maintain
slow maneuvering speeds and avoid extreme turns.
Failure to lift the suspension and-or engage
the steering-lock during reverse travel can cause
component damage and void the warranty.