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Ale Heavylift (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd. Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V.
Nieuweweg 190, 6603 BV Wijchen
P.O.Box 155, 6600 AD Wijchen
OVB-65-04V(ZQ) The Netherlands
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XMR0VB000D0000196 E-mail: info@nooteboom.com
Website: www.nooteboom.com
Plan- and part list numbers
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RAMPS
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Contents
CONTENTS
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Contents
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Preface
1. PREFACE
1.1 Preface
By choosing a trailer from the Nooteboom product range you have opted for a transport concept that has
been rigorously tested and proven. A concept that has been developed aiming for high reliability during a
long lifespan, ease of operation and user-friendly maintenance.
This manual further explains the many (transport) solutions our products offer. To sustain ease of operation
and high reliability throughout its lifespan, directions for maintenance are included in this manual. These
maintenance instruction form part of the warranty conditions.
Careful operation and effective maintenance will ensure this new addition to your fleet remains operational.
You are advised to read this manual attentively before using the trailer.
Should anything occur of which the cause cannot easily be established, the diagrams and Exploded Views
will often clarify the situation. They are included in the final part of this manual as Appendix.
Furthermore you can always call on our After Sales organisation. This department is at your service 24-hours
a day to assist you in any way they can.
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Introduction
2. INTRODUCTION
2.1 General
This manual contains important and useful information about the correct operation and maintenance of your
trailer. Also included are directions on how to prevent accidents and serious damage when operating the
trailer and ensure safe operation without malfunctions occurring.
Before operating your trailer this manual should be read attentively. Familiarise yourself with the
☺ functions and operation of the trailer.
☞
Advice!
Strictly adhere to the instructions in the manual.
If you have any questions about your trailer, or if you would like more information about specific subjects
relating to you trailer, please contact the After Sales department of Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V.
The concepts’ left, right, front and rear’ apply to the trailer facing the direction of travel.
☺
The facts given in this manual are based on the most recent information, but are subject to change.
Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. reserves the right to make changes to the construction and/or design of its
products at any time, without the obligation to modify products previously supplied.
2.2.1 Copyright
© Copyright Koninklijke Nooteboom Trailers B.V.
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in electronic or mechanical format and/or published,
in any form or by any means, without prior permission of Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V.
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Introduction
2.2.2 Warranty
Warranty conditions apply as stated in the Terms of Delivery supplied to you.
Due to our designs having been proven in practice, our many years’ experience in the manufacture of
specialised transport solutions and the use of first class parts, we can confidently offer a comprehensive
warranty with your new trailer.
Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. offers a warranty of 12 months on new trailers, accessories and parts. The
warranty period commences on the day of delivery to the user. The warranty expires, whatever the
circumstances, 18 months from the day that the trailer, accessory or part has been proclaimed to be ready by
Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V.
A Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V warranty procedure is in place to deal with all matters concerning
warranties. All claims are immediately registered and given an individual reference number when reported
and are dealt with by the After Sales department. The After Sales department is your direct point of contact
concerning claims, repairs or replacement.
The Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. warranty includes the repair of faults in new trailers, accessories or parts.
To this end the user must deliver the trailer, accessory or part to a Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. designated
workshop.
For the period of time needed to carry out the repairs, the trailer, accessory or part must be made available to
Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. reserves the right to decide to partly or
completely replace or to buy back at an amount not exceeding the sales price.
Claims must be put in writing and, as soon as the fault is detected, sent without delay to Royal Nooteboom
Trailers B.V. or one of their retailers. Should this not be complied with, the warranty claim will be invalid.
Repair or replacement does not extend the aforementioned warranty period.
Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. is in no circumstance liable for indirect damage such as, but not exclusively:
consequential damage, industrial damage and stagnation damage.
Repairs within the warranty may not be carried out without prior written permission of Royal Nooteboom
Trailers B.V. or one of their representatives. Without this permission Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V is not
liable for any consequences or costs, relating to this or as a result thereof.
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Introduction
2.2.3 Safety
The trailer is supplied with safety and protective aids. Nevertheless it is imperative to take care when carrying
out installation procedures and to wear the stipulated protective garments.
You need to be familiar with the meaning of the pictograms used in this manual. They are explained in the
'Key to the Pictograms' further on in this manual.
‘Warning’ pictograms are used in several paragraphs to give warning of possible danger. These pictograms
are found adjacent to the text describing the procedures that may carry the risk of danger.
Regularly check to see that all the pictograms on the trailer are still present in the correct place. It is the
responsibility of the operator to apply new pictograms, in the correct place, should they disappear or be
damaged. Also see paragraph 'Maintenance'.
Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. has made every effort to inform you correctly, and as comprehensively as
possible, about potential hazards when operating the trailer. You yourself must supervise and take
responsibility for observing these rules of conduct.
It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to make sure that personnel carrying out servicing, cleaning and
maintenance are familiar with these instructions.
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General
3. GENERAL
3.1 Introduction
The OVB is a flatbed semi-trailer. OVB stands for Oplegger Vlak Bestuurbaar (Flatbed steered semi-trailer).
The trailer’s axle bogie is equipped with steered axles under turntables. Depending on the version, the trailer
may also be equipped with rigid or selftracking axles.
The steered axles are steered by hydraulic turntable steering, powered by the turning movement of the
trailer’s fifth wheel plate.
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Key to the symbols
This paragraph includes the pictograms used on the trailer and in the manual.
Pictograms are used to give warning of potential hazardous situations or actions.
Warning!
Personal (mortal)danger to operators as well as bystanders.
Warning!
! Danger of damaging the product.
Warning!
Danger of injury by electric current.
☞
Advice!
Important advice is indicated with this ‘pointing finger’.
Always follow these instructions!
Tip!
☺ Tips in the text are indicated with a ‘smile’.
Environmental advice!
Advice to encourage environmental-friendly practices and/or recycling.
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Technical description
5. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
The semi trailer part of the coupling device consists of the fifth wheel plate, which transmits
the vertical load and the kingpin, which mainly transmits the horizontal forces.
There are different strength classes of fifth wheel plates, each with their own version of kingpin connection (8-10-
12-16mm thickness).
Also 2 kingpin types exists: 2 inch (50,8 mm diameter) and 3,5 inch (88,9 mm diameter).
Applied by Nooteboom are the following fifth wheel plates and kingpins: See Figure 5-2.
- 10mm plate with 2” or 3,5”.
- 16mm plate with 2” or 3,5”.
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Technical description
5.2.1 Introduction
The bulk head and its dimensions are shown in the diagram of the trailer in the final section of the manual.
☞
Advice!
To prevent causing damage to the bulk head by improper use, we advise everyone using the
trailer to carefully read the instructions in the user’s manual.
To transfer the angle of rotation of the tractor to the steering system of the trailer, a steering wedge is fitted in
the coupling section. The steering wedge is described in the paragraph ‘Steering wedge’.
5.3.1 General
The coupling plate of the trailer is fitted with a steering wedge, see Figure 5-3. By means of this wedge, the
angular displacement of the tractor is transmitted to the steering system of the trailer. The steering wedge of
the trailer is finely tuned. The steering wedge must be fitted accurately in the recess in the trailer
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Technical description
5.4.1 Construction
The axles are equipped with air suspension. Construction of the axle with air suspension is as follows, see
Figure 5-4:
The axle is attached to the chassis by means of a rigid parabolic spring (4). An air bag (1) is fitted on the
parabolic spring; between the parabolic spring and the chassis.
The rounded ends of both spring leaves are fixed to the leaf spring bracket (3).
The shock absorber (5) is fitted between the leaf spring bracket and the parabolic spring by means of a clamp
plate on the spring.
5.4.2 Operation
Operation of the spring suspension is achieved by compressing the air in the air bags. Through deflection of
the parabolic springs a small amount of suspension is also absorbed in the system.
The parabolic springs steer the axles and give the vehicle excellent stability.
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Technical description
The air bags are connected via lines and hoses. This ensures the pressure in all airbags is the same and as a
result full compensation of the axle loads is achieved.
5.5.2 Operation
Lifting the axle
By inflating the bellows, the pressure increases and the bellows will expand. The airbag is deflated
simultaneously. The expansion of the bellows causes the airbag to contract and the parabolic spring and axle
will lift.
The lifting axle system is fitted with a control valve which will automatically lower the lifted axle when the
pressure in the suspension system reaches a set level. This prevents overloading of the axle assembly.
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Technical description
The axle weights can be determined by consulting the 'Axle weight diagram' (see ‘Determine axle weights')
or ‘Plan- and part list numbers’.
5.8.1 General
The axles of your trailer are steered hydraulically. In the description of the steering system further operational
details are given.
If the trailer still follows the tractor to the left or right after a corner has been negotiated, the system must be
bled.
After e.g. repairs have been carried out, the system will also need to be replenished and subsequently bled.
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Technical description
Warning!
If the red control light on the bulkhead stays on, contact the helpdesk After Sales of
Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. as soon as possible.
Warning!
The pressure in a hydraulic system can be extremely high. Even the slightest damage can be
extremely dangerous. It is essential to handle these systems with great care and to replace
damaged lines at once.
Warning!
When using an external filling system, the filling pressure should never exceed 20 bar.
☞
Advice!
Hydraulic oil is harmful to the environment.
Use protective measures when working with hydraulic oil.
Environmental advice!
Take care not to spill any hydraulic oil.
5.9.1 General
The trailer is equipped with command hydraulic turntable steering which ensures that the axles are given the
correct steering wheel displacement.
The angle between tractor and trailer determines the steering wheel displacement.
5.9.2 Operation
Two hydraulic cylinders, mechanically connected to the fifth wheel, are fitted in the bulk head.
The king pin plate is equipped with a steering wedge that fits into a recess on the fifth wheel. When the tractor
turns in relation to the trailer, the fifth wheel moves accordingly, thus steering the cylinders in and outwards.
Two more cylinders are fitted in the load surface. These are connected in pairs, by means of steel cables and
hoses, to the bulk head cylinders.
The cylinders in the load surface transmit the steering commands of the bulk head cylinders to the turntable of
the second axle (front axle when twin axle). This axle steers the other axles by means of steering rods.
Four hydraulical cylinders, connected in pairs are used to obtain two hydraulic circuits that operate
independently from each other. Each one of these circuits are able to steer the trailer independently and as a
result the trailer will remain steerable should one of the circuits cease to function.
If the red control light on the bulkhead stays on, it means the pressure in the hydraulic circuit is falling, or too
low. This can be rectified by adjusting the pressure in the hydraulic circuit, see paragraph ‘Checking the steering’.
Warning!
If the red control light on the coupling head stays on, it means there is a malfunction in the
hydraulic circuit.
Contact the Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. After Sales helpdesk as soon as possible.
Warning!
! When one of the hydraulic circuits ceases to function, the trailer may pull to one side in
relation to the tractor.
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Technical description
☞
Advice!
The four ball joint levers are in the ‘closed’ position when the handles are parallel to the
conduit pipe.
The door of the box can only be shut when the four levers are in the closed position and the handles are parallel
to the conduit pipe. When using normal steering, which is standard, the levers should be closed.
5.10.1 General
To enhance the manoeuvrability of the trailer, the axle can also be operated manually by means of a manual
control system.
Manual operation will partly or totally replace the function of the two hydraulic steering cylinders fitted on the
bulkhead.
ASA stands for Automatic Straight Alignment (of the vehicle combination).
5.10.2 Safety
Warning!
Manual operation should only take place at speeds of up to 15 km/hour. Therefore the manual
steering system is equipped with a safety system.
Warning!
1) If the red control light on the bulkhead stays on, there is a malfunction in one of the
hydraulic circuits.
2) If the red control light on the bulkhead blinks, the system electronics is not receiving any
speed signals.
Check that the ABS has been connected correctly!
3) Should malfunctions 1 and 2 occur simultaneously, the red control light on the bulkhead
will consecutively stay on and blink.
In case 1 and 3 contact the helpdesk After Sales of Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. as soon as
possible.
Warning!
! When one of the hydraulic circuits ceases to function, the trailer may pull to one side in
relation to the tractor.
The function of the two large control valves (4) is to control the manual steering.
Steering of the axles is carried out by means of push buttons on the manual operation panel, which is supplied
separately.
The door of the ball joint lever box can only be shut when the four small levers (2) are closed, the levers will be
in parallel with the cable.
☞
Advice!
When using normal steering, you should be able to shut the door of the ball joint lever box.
1. On/off switch
2. Light: Will be on when manual steering is
switched on
3. Button to steer left
4. Button to steer right
5. Button for automatic alignment
6. Light: Is on during the alignment procedure.
Goes off when correctly aligned.
The control panel must be connected to the trailer. For this purpose a plug box has been fitted on the front and
rear of the trailer where the control panel’s connection cable can be plugged in.
As an option a White-cable with screw ring and a 7-core coiled cable can be supplied. This enables the driver to
operate the manual control panel from the tractor cabin.
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Technical description
The receiver must be placed on the semi-trailer near one of the plug boxes. These are found at the front and rear
of the semi-trailer. The connection cable of the receiver panel can be plugged in here. In Figure 5-11 the receiver
is depicted.
1. Red control-LEDs
2. Yellow status-LED
3. Antenna
4. Glass fuse
5. Connection cable
6. Plug
Warning!
! If the manual steering function fails, one of the authorised Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V.
service points should be contacted as soon as possible.
Warning!
! Using the ‘Emergency Operation’ procedure is only a temporary solution.
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Technical description
The complete structure of the brake system, as well as parts and setting values, are described in a brake diagram.
5.12.1 EBS
The trailer is fitted with an electronically controlled brake system, EBS. The system will electronically adjust the
brake pressures for each side independently. The main component of EBS is the EBS modulator, see Figure 5-13.
The required deceleration of the trailer is regulated by means of an electric command signal. The source of this
command signal depends on the type of truck:
• With all trucks the command pressure of the brake pedal is transmitted to an EBS brake valve which is
located in the front part of the trailer. An integrated pressure sensor sends an electric command signal to the
EBS modulator.
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Technical description
• With an EBS-truck the brake-electronics are communicating over the EBS spiral cable. The brake signal is also
sent to the EBS trailermodulator(s). Because of the quicker response time, the braking distance is shortened,
especially with an emergency stop.
EBS-D (old)
When depressing the brake pedal, a pressure command is sent to the EBS modulator. With a lighter load, the
pressure in the brake cylinder will be significantly lower than at high loads. This prevents the wheels from locking
when carrying a lighter load.
Warning!
If the ABS-spiral cable ISO 7638 is not connected, the ALR function of the trailer won’t be
operational.
5.12.3 ABS
The EBS modulator is also equipped with ABS which ensures the stability and steerability of the trailer when
braking is safeguarded. In order to achieve this, a number of ABS sensors determines and regulates the wheel
speed by means of the EBS modulator. The system will automatically become operative as soon as one of the
wheels threatens to lock.
Warning!
If the ABS-spiral cable ISO 7638 is not connected, the ABS function of the trailer won’t be
operational.
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Technical description
Warning!
The RSS-function only supports the driver. RSS has not been developed to increase the limits of
driving behaviour. The driver remains responsible for his own driving behaviour.
Warning!
The ABS-spiral cable ISO 7638 between truck and trailer must be connected at all times!
Check this!!
Warning!
If the EBS fails, please contact a Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. approved service point as soon as
possible.
It is not possible to adjust the EBS without experience!!
This means that the brakes will always be actuated when there is no pressure in the pneumatic system of the
trailer. The brake cylinders must be released mechanically if the trailer is to be moved without sufficient pressure
in the system.
Warning!
! Releasing the brake mechanism is only allowed when moving the trailer for a short distance, at
walking pace. We strongly advise against driving on a public highway!
Warning!
The brake system can only function correctly when there is sufficient pressure in the brake system.
With the release valve the brakes can be released pneumatically. The release valve (black knob) is fitted on the
left, next to the quick release brake valve at the rear end of the gooseneck.
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Technical description
To put the parking brake on, a coupling cock must be operated, by means of a red control button which is located
on the left hand side of the trailer, in front of the axle assembly. By activating the park brake, all axles with sping
brake cylinders will braked.
The parking brake is, for example, used in the following situations:
• Parking the trailer.
• Coupling/uncoupling the trailer.
• Extending/shorten the trailer.
When operating the coupling cock, air escapes from the spring brake. The spring will press down on the brake and
the trailer’s parking brake will be actuated. By closing the coupling cock, the spring brake is pressurised and the
spring is pushed back. The trailer is no longer on parking brake.
Whenever there is loss of air pressure, the trailer’s parking brake is actuated automatically. This occurs as soon as
the pressure in the brake system drops to below 3,0 bar (or 4,9 bar at certain trailertypes). The spring will press
down on the brake. In this case the spring brake cylinder must be released manually. When the pressure recovers
to 4,9 bar, the spring brakes will be released again.
The semi trailer part of the coupling device consists of the fifth wheel plate, which transmits
the vertical load and the kingpin, which mainly transmits the horizontal forces.
There are different strength classes of fifth wheel plates, each with their own version of kingpin connection (8-10-
12-16mm thickness).
Also 2 kingpin types exists: 2 inch (50,8 mm diameter) and 3,5 inch (88,9 mm diameter).
Applied by Nooteboom are the following fifth wheel plates and kingpins: See Figure 5-2.
- 10mm plate with 2” or 3,5”.
- 16mm plate with 2” or 3,5”.
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Safety
6. SAFETY
Warning!
All installation procedures must be carried out by qualified personnel.
Carry out all installation and maintenance procedures with the trailer’s parking brake ‘on’, unless
otherwise indicated.
Warning!
Electrical procedures:
• Detach the terminal clamps before starting work on the trailer!
• Always switch off the power before starting work on the electrical circuit of the trailer. This
also applies to welding procedures.
• Observe the relevant safety and connection regulations.
Warning!
! Take care that after loading the load is been secured. Therefore we refer to the following
standards:
• European standard EN 12195-1.
• Dutch standard NEN-EN 12195-1.
• German standard VDI 2700.
☞ Work safely!
Operation:
• Before use, check that all controls function correctly.
• Make sure the parking brake of the vehicle to be loaded is ‘on’.
• During wet weather and/or frost the load surface may be slippery. Mud, clay etc. can also cause the load
surface to be slippery.
• Wear gloves and safety footwear during operational procedures.
• Never leave any loose objects on the load surface. These can be a hazard when stepping on the load surface,
or during transport.
• Always apply the parking brake when leaving the trailer unattended.
• Make sure the Powerpack or the (hydraulic) pump cannot be operated.
Maintenance:
• Wear a safety helmet, gloves and safety footwear.
• Altering or adapting the trailer is only permitted with written permission of the manufacturer.
• Inspection and maintenance must be carried out as described in this manual.
• After maintenance and/or repairs, all safety aids must be put back in place correctly.
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Safety
Warning!
Check that all safety aids have been replaced correctly.
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Operating instructions
7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Electro-hydraulic pump
1) Check the oil level in the oil reservoir.
• If necessary, replenish the oil in the oil reservoir.
2) Connect the heavy 2-core cable between tractor and
trailer, see Figure 7-1.
3) Connect the ABS/EBS cable between tractor and trailer.
4) Switch the trailer’s lights on.
Powerpack
1) Check the oil level in the in Powerpack oil reservoir.
• If necessary, replenish the oil in the oil reservoir.
2) Check the fuel level in the Powerpack fuel tank.
• If necessary, fill up the fuel tank.
3) Connect the ABS/EBS cable between tractor and trailer.
4) Switch the trailer’s lights on.
5) Switch on the Powerpack.
PTO
1) Connect the pressure and return lines between tractor and trailer.
Warning!
! Make sure the quick-connect couplings are properly connected.
Environmental advice!
Take care not to spill any hydraulic oil.
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Operating instructions
Electro-hydraulic pump
1) Remove the heavy 2-core cable between tractor and trailer, see Figure 7-1.
Warning!
! Never drive off with the White cable still connected. If the cable breaks it could cause a short
circuit.
Powerpack
1) Switch off the Powerpack.
PTO
1) Switch off the PTO.
2) Remove the pneumatic and return lines between tractor and trailer.
Environmental advice!
Take care not to spill any hydraulic oil.
7.2.1 Coupling
When coupling the trailer it must be supported by the landing legs.
Warning!
When coupling the trailer, no-one but the driver should be in the vicinity of the trailer.
Tip!
☺ Take care that connecting takes place in the recommended following order:
1) supply air (red)
2) brake control (yellow)
3) electrics (ISO-N and S)
4) EBS connection plug
☞
Advice!
If the air pressure of the tractor is very low during connection of the supply line (red), the EBS
system of the trailer wil switch on the emergency-function. This results in hard and low-sensibly
braking. This may also occur when connecting in a different following order as described.
The solution is temporarily uncoupling the EBS plug. Switching-off and -on again of the main
contact in the tractor rectifies the malfunction too.
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Operating instructions
7.2.2 Uncoupling
Before uncoupling the vehicle combination must be at a standstill, the trailer parking brake must be on.
Warning!
When uncoupling the trailer, no-one but the driver should be in the vicinity of the trailer.
Warning!
During the uncoupling procedure, no one but the driver should be in close vicinity to the
vehicle combination.
To uncouple a loaded semi-trailer it must meet the following conditions, see Figure 7-2:
Warning!
• If measurement A should be less than 500 mm when uncoupling, serious damage to the
semi-trailer could ensue.
• If the load is being supported in area B, uncoupling the loaded semi-trailer could cause
serious damage.
For that reason a loaded semi-trailer must never be uncoupled if either of these situations
apply.
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Operating instructions
When loading the semi-trailer, the load must be supported in such a way that measurement A is
☺ greater than 500 mm, see Figure 7-2.
Warning!
During the extension/retracting procedure no one but the driver should be in close vicinity to the
vehicle combination.
Operating the locking mechanism of the extension/retracting system of the semi-trailer must be carried out as
follows; for unlocking, see figure 7-3.
3) If the locking pin is “stuck” it can be eased out by slowly advancing or reversing the tractor, or by using the
landing legs underneath the load floor to slightly adjust the load floor height.
4) Pull out the handle (2) and flip it upwards, see figure 7-5. The retracting springs will pull the handle back in its
rest position.
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Operating instructions
Warning!
! Always ensure that the locking pin is fully and correctly inserted in the locking aperture and that
the locking is properly secured.
7.4 Extending/retracting a 3x/4x extendible OVB semi-trailer with hand lockings and hydr.
support leg (B_2802B)
Warning!
During the extension/retracting procedure no one but the driver should be in close vicinity to the
vehicle combination.
Warning!
! Ensure there is maximum air pressure in the system before starting the extension procedure.
Warning!
! Only retract/extend an unloaded semi-trailer.
Warning!
! Always first extend the smallest (=foremost) beam (4). Next extend the midmost beam (3,2). At last
extend the biggest (=rearmost) extension beam (1).
Figure 7-6: Extension sections 1=rear , 2 =middle, 3 =middle, 4 =front and 5 =manual lockings
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Operating instructions
Tip!
☺ Even if you want to extend only the foremost telescopic part it is still advisable to extend the rear
extension sections for approx. 1m in order to create space for operating the manual locking of the
front extension sections. The rear extension sections can be retracted again afterwards if necessary.
A: Preparations
A-1: Pick a level road surface, paved if possible. It is important
that the axle assembly and tractor are aligned without any
torsion in relation to each other, so that the telescopic sections
of the chassis don’t get jammed. Position tractor and semi trailer
proper lined-out (so straight in each others heart-line).
A-2: Activate the parking brake (pull the red button) of the semi
trailer. The tractor must not be set on the parking brake.
A-3: Connect the plug for the power supply of the hydraulic
pump.
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C-2: Remove the securing pin from the hand locking of the
foremost extension part left and right.
C-3: Put the foremost hand locking into the position unlocked;
take care the the handle cannot turn back.
C-4: Extend the foremost telescopic part till nearby the required
length.
C-5: Check the play above the inner tube (2-3mm); if necessary,
raise a little with the support leg.
C-6: Set the hand locks into the position locked.
C-7: By pulling or pushing carefully the locks will fall into place.
C-8: Put the securing pins back into place.
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D-8: Repeat the steps D-1 till D-7 for the next mid-part (2).
D-9: Repeat at last the steps B-2 till B-5 to extend the rearmost,
biggest telescopic part (1) further.
D-10: Put the securing pins back into the indicatorbars.
E: Finishing
E-1: Retract the support leg fully.
E-2: Engage the parking brake of the tractor.
E-3: Disengage the parking brake of the trailer.
E-4: Remove the plug of the pump power supply at front.
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Operating instructions
Warning!
Never exceed walking-pace during the retracting/extending procedure.
Warning!
! Only retract/extend an unloaded semi-trailer.
Warning!
! Always first retract the biggest (=rearmost) beam (1). Next retract the midmost beam (2,3). At last
retract the smallest (=foremost) extension beam (4).
Warning!
! If the semi trailer is not fully extended, than first extend the not fully extended telescopic parts to
full extended, before retracting those. This eneases the roll up of the powerchain inside the
maintubes during retracting.
A: Preparation
A-1: Pick a level road surface, paved if possible. It is important
that the axle assembly and tractor are aligned without any
torsion in relation to each other, so that the telescopic sections
of the chassis don’t get jammed. Position tractor and semi trailer
proper lined-out (so straight in each others heart-line).
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A-2: Activate the parking brake (pull the red button) of the semi
trailer. The tractor must not be set on the parking brake.
A-3: Connect the plug for the power supply of the hydraulic
pump.
B-2: Pull out the securing pin from the extension locking under
the front of the rear part left and right.
B-3: Press the green control button (left-front under rear part) to
unlock the pneumatic extension blocking.
B-4: Check whether the blocking unlocks, the white indicator
bars will slide outwards, left and right. If necessary pull and push
with the tractor until it unlocks.
B-5: Push the green button (left midway under the rear part) to
activate the “easy-slide”. The rearmost 2 axles are relieved by
ventilating the suspension, the axle bogie part hanging now less
upon the telescopic parts.
B-6: Retract the rearmost extension full. If this rearmost
telescopic part was not fully out, than first extend full and after
that retract it full.
B-7: Leave the pneumatic lock open, to keep the easy-slide
activated.
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C-6: When nearly reached the retracted position: Set the hand
locks into the position locked.
C-7: By pulling or pushing carefully the locks will fall into place.
C-8: Put the securing pins back into place.
C-9: Repeat at last the steps C-1 till C-8 for the other telescopic
parts (3 and 4).
D: Finishing
D-1: Retract the support leg fully.
D-2: Pull out the green button (left midway the rear part) to
shut-off the “easy-slide”.
D-3: Engage the parking brake of the tractor.
D-4: Disengage the parking brake of the trailer.
D-5: Remove the plug of the pump power supply at front
The picture at the top depicts the tractor with the semi-trailer in drive position. The locking pin is in place and the
control button of the chassis locking is not pushed in. The chassis detent pins are inserted and secure the load
floor.
The picture below it depicts the tractor with the semi-trailer in extending position. The locking pin is out, the
control button of the chassis locking is pushed in and the chassis detent pins are pulled out. The load floor is now
ready to be extended or retracted.
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Warning
During lifting, only the driver should be in the vicinity of the vehicle combination.
Take care not to trap any body parts.
Warning
! The settings of the lifting axle’s steering unit must not be altered. Changing the settings may
lead to:
• damage to the trailer;
• damage to the air suspension;
• damage to the cargo.
The lifting axle can be raised and lowered by operating a button on the control valve of the
☺ lifting axle.
The lifting axle is now lifted and clear from the ground.
☞
Please note!
When driving with a lifted axle, the trailer will lean more to the near side when negotiating a
bend. This is caused by a shift in the trailer’s centre of gravity.
Manually
Warning
During lifting, only the driver should be in the vicinity of the vehicle combination.
Take care not to trap any body parts.
Warning
! The settings of the lifting axle’s steering unit must not be altered. Changing the settings may
lead to:
• damage to the trailer;
• damage to the air suspension;
• damage to the cargo.
The lifting axle can be raised and lowered by operating a button on the control valve of the
☺ lifting axle.
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Automatically
A lifted axle will automatically drop when the load capacity of the axles is exceeded.
7.6.1 General
Raising and lowering the load floor is only appropriate in certain situations. Some examples are:
• passing under a low bridge
• driving on/off a ferry
• loading a specific load.
Warning!
When raising or lowering the load floor, only the driver should be in the near vicinity of the
vehicle combination.
Warning!
Take care not to trap any body parts.
Warning!
! With a lowered load floor the maximum speed is restricted to 10 km/hour.
Warning!
! When the load floor is in a lowered position there is no axle compensation and no vertical axle
movement is possible. Driving in these positions should be avoided if at all possible!
Warning!
! Ensure there is sufficient pressure in the air reservoir before changing the load floor height.
☞
Note!
Turn the handle into position 4 if you want to stop the load floor in an intermediate position,
see Figure 7-9.
Lowering the load floor to negotiate an obstacle is carried out as follows, see Figure 7-9:
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Warning!
When raising or lowering the load floor, only the driver should be in the near vicinity of the
vehicle combination.
Warning!
Take care not to trap any body parts.
Warning!
! With a raised load floor the maximum speed is restricted to 10 km/hour.
Warning!
! When the load floor is in a raised position there is no axle compensation and no vertical axle
movement is possible. Driving in these positions should be avoided if at all possible!
Warning!
! Ensure there is sufficient pressure in the air reservoir before changing the load floor height.
☞
Note!
Turn the handle into position 2 if you want to stop the load floor in an intermediate position,
see Figure 7-9.
Raising the load floor to negotiate an obstacle is carried out as follows, see Figure 7-9:
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☞
Please note!
The four levers are closed when the handles are parallel with the cable.
7.7.1 Inspection
To ensure correct functioning of the steering, a certain amount of pressure in the system is needed. The
minimum pressure required is 6,5 bar.
To check the pressure, a control light has been fitted on the left of the front beam. This is connected to the
lighting and therefore will only illuminate when the lighting is switched on and when the pressure in one or
more of the circuits is too low. Low pressure can be caused by a leak in the system.
The control light of the steering will illuminate for a few seconds, for the purpose of testing, whenever the
lighting is switched on or when the White cable is connected.
Warning!
During the alignment procedure, only the driver should be in the combination’s vicinity.
Warning!
! Check that the stamped markings (A) on the turntable are vertically lined up, see Figure 7-11.
These markings are indicated by means of a sticker (B). The markings are to be found in the
segment with markings (C) of the turntable on the bogie on which the steering cylinders are
mounted.
3) Make sure the air valve of the oil tank is open. The pressure in the brake system must be at least 6.5 bar.
4) Open the ball joint lever box and put the 4 ball joint levers in the ‘open’ position, see (2) Figure 7-12.
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7.10.1 General
Assisted steering of the axles by means of the manual control panel takes place in addition to normal steering.
Both systems are operative. Plug in the control panel, see Figure 7-15, on the front or rear beam of the trailer.
1. On/off switch
2. Light: Will be on when manual steering is
switched on
3. Button to steer left
4. Button to steer right
5. Button for automatic alignment
6. Light: Is on during the alignment procedure.
Goes off when correctly aligned.
Warning!
! When one of the hydraulic circuits ceases to function, the trailer may pull to one side in
relation to the tractor.
Warning!
Manual steering is only permitted and possible at a speed of less than 20 km/hr. When a speed
of more than 15 km/hr is reached, a warning signal will sound. You should then reduce your
speed.
Manual steering automatically switches off when a speed of 20 km/hr is exceeded.
Warning!
Manual steering is only permitted and possible at a speed of less than 20 km/hr. When a speed
of more than 15 km/hr is reached, a warning signal will sound. You should then reduce your
speed.
Manual steering automatically switches off when a speed of 20 km/hr is exceeded.
4) Switch on the manual steering by means of switch (1), see Figure 7-15. Control light (2) must now light
up.
5) Steer the axle by pushing buttons (3) and (4), see Figure 7-15.
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7.10.4 Switching off manual steering after (assist)steering axles by means of conventional manual
control panel
Disengaging must be prepared and carried out as follows:
1) Align the combination, see paragraph ‘Aligning by means of conventional manual control panel’.
2) Uncouple and remove the manual control panel.
Warning!
Make sure the driver and operator of the control panel are in direct contact. Apart from the
driver and the control panel operator, no-one should be in the vicinity of the vehicle
combination.
The person operating the control panel must not be in front of the vehicle or trailer.
Warning!
1) If the red control light on the bulkhead stays on, there is a malfunction in one of the
hydraulic circuits.
2) If the red control light on the bulkhead blinks, the system electronics is not receiving any
speed signals.
Check that the ABS has been connected correctly!
3) Should malfunctions 1 and 2 occur simultaneously, the red control light on the bulkhead
will consecutively stay on and blink.
In case 1 and 3 contact the helpdesk After Sales of Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. as soon as
possible.
Alignment employing the ASA system must be carried out as follows, see Figure 7-15:
1) Place the vehicle in the correct position for manual steering.
2) Push the button marked ‘Pushbutton for aligning with ASA’ (5).
3) Slowly advance straight ahead while keeping button (5) pushed in. Control light ASA (6) will illuminate.
4) Move eventually the truck slowly through the middle position.
5) When control light ASA (6) goes off, the vehicle has been aligned. The vehicle should now come to a
halt immediately and button (5) must be released.
6) Switch off the manual steering with switch (1), see Figure 7-15. Control light (2) should go out.
7) Switch off the power supply, see paragraph 'Switching off the power supply'.
8) Place the four ball joint levers in the ball joint lever box in the ‘Automatic steering’ position, see Figure
7-16.
☞
Advice!
The four ball joint levers should all be in the same position.
7.12.1 General
Steering the axles by means of radio-controlled steering happens in addition to normal steering. Both systems
will be operative. Plug in the receiver panel, see Figure 7-17, in the plug box on the semi-trailer. This can be
done either at the front or the rear.
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1. Red control-LEDs
2. Yellow status-LED
3. Antenna
4. Glass fuse
5. Connection cable
6. Plug
Attention!
1) If the red control light at the front stays on, there is a failure in one of the hydraulic
circuits.
2) If the red control light at the front is blinking, the system electronics is not receiving a
speed signal.
Check that the ABS is connected correctly!
3) If malfunction 1 and 2 occur simultaneously, the red control light at the front will
alternately stay on and blink.
In cases 1 and 3 you should contact the helpdesk After Sales of Koninklijke Nooteboom
Trailers B.V. axle soon axle possible.
Attention!
Manual steering is only permitted and possible at a speed of less than 20 km/hr. When a
speed of more than 15 km/hr is reached, a warning signal will sound. You must then reduce
your speed.
Manual steering automatically switches off when a speed of 20 km/hr is exceeded.
Attention!
! If there is a failure in one of the hydraulic circuits, the semi-trailer may veer from the tractor’s
path.
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Attention!
Manual steering is only permitted and possible at a speed of less than 20 km/hr. When a
speed of more than 15 km/hr is reached, a warning signal will sound. You must then reduce
your speed.
Manual steering automatically switches off when a speed of 20 km/hr is exceeded.
Attention!
! If during the operation the control LED (5) on the handset shows a slowly blinking green light
(instead of staying on), the battery needs to be replaced, see paragraph ‘Replacing battery
handset’.
3) Steer the axles by using the push buttons (2) and (3), see Figure 7-18:
• When one of the buttons for the assist steering is pushed, then:
* The control LED (5) on the handset should show a green light, see Figure 7-18.
* The status LED (2) on the receiver should show a yellow light, see Figure 7-17.
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Attention!
Manual steering is only permitted and possible at a speed of less than 20 km/hr. When a speed
of more than 15 km/hr is reached, a warning signal will sound. You must then reduce your
speed.
Manual steering automatically switches off when a speed of 20 km/hr is exceeded.
4) Switch on the manual steering by pressing and holding down push button (1) for 2 seconds, see Figure
7-18. The receiver and manual steering are switched on.
• The control LED (5) on the handset must now start blinking (green) every 2½ seconds, see Figure 7-18.
• The two red control LEDs (1) on the receiver should start blinking, see Figure 7-17.
Attention!
! If during the operation the control LED (5) on the handset shows a slowly blinking green light
(instead of staying on), the battery needs to be replaced, see paragraph ‘Replacing battery
handset’.
5) Steer the axles by pushing buttons (2) and (3), see Figure 7-18:
• When one of the buttons used for steering is pushed:
* The control LED (5) on the handset should show a green light, see Figure 7-18.
* The status LED (2) on the receiver should show a yellow light, see Figure 7-17.
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7.12.5 Switching off manual steering after (assist)steering with the radio-controlled handset
Switching off must be prepared and carried out as follows:
1) Align the combination, see paragraph ‘Aligning using the radio-controlled control panel’.
2) Remove the receiver panel.
Tip!
☺ In practice it has been shown that batteries of the makes ‘Varta’ and ‘Duracell’ have the longest
life.
Environmental advice!
Dispose of the empty battery in an environment-friendly way!
Attention!
Ensure that the driver and operator of the manual steering are direct contact. Apart from the
driver and operator, no-one should be near the vehicle combination.
The operator of the manual steering must not position himself in front of the vehicle or semi-
trailer.
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Attention!
1) If the red control light at the front stays on, there is a failure in one of the hydraulic
circuits.
2) If the red control light at the front is blinking, the system electronics is not receiving a
speed signal.
Check that the ABS is connected correctly!
3) If malfunction 1 and 2 occur simultaneously, the red control light at the front will
alternately stay on and blink.
In cases 1 and 3 you should contact the helpdesk After Sales of Koninklijke Nooteboom
Trailers B.V. axle soon axle possible.
Aligning with the ASA-system must be carried out as follows, see Figure 7-17 and Figure 7-18:
1) Ensure the vehicle is ready for manual steering
2) Press button (4) and hold it down. The axles will move into the straight-ahead position.
• The control LED (5) on the receiver should show a green light.
• The control LEDs (1) on the receiver should show a red light.
Attention!
! If during the operation the control LED (5) on the handset shows a slowly blinking green light
(instead of staying on), the battery needs to be changed, see paragraph ‘Changing battery
handset’.
☞
Please note!
The four ball valves must all be in the same position.
Warning!
! Releasing the spring brake cylinder is only permitted for the purpose of moving the vehicle, at
walking pace, over a small distance. We strongly advise against driving on public roads.
The spring brake cylinder is released by unscrewing bolt A, see Figure 7-20. This flexes the spring and brake
actuation is suspended.
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Warning!
! Don’t forget to screw bolt A back in the spring chamber or the parking brake won’t be operative.
Bolt A can easily be screwed back in when there is no pressure in the spring chamber.
A
Figure 7-20: Spring brake cylinder
When the EBS needs replacing it must get a new start-up test. It can only be done with the right software an must
be done by someone who has got special instructions. The setting values are given in the brake diagram (settings
page).
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To be able to move the trailer, below actions are to be followed on all axles with spring brake cylinders:
• Screw-in bolt A.
• Unscrew the bolt as far as is necessary to release the trailer’s brakes.
In Figure 7-22 the spring brake cylinder is shown, including the location of bolt A.
Warning!
! Don’t forget to screw-back bolt A, take it out and store it in the bracket on the spring brake
cylinder, or the parking brake won’t be operative.
Bolt A can easily be screwed back in when there is no pressure in the spring chamber.
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☞
When driving along a bend in the road, the light may sometimes come on for no particular
reason.
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Warning!
To avoid damaging the landing legs, quick action must only be used to rapidly lower the
landing legs until the base just touches the ground.
Warning!
! During quick action use, the drive mechanism will make some noise.
Warning!
At the final turn, slowly ease the crank to a stop, as it has a tendency to rebound.
Warning!
At the final turn, slowly ease the crank to a stop, as it has a tendency to rebound.
The semi-trailer is now supported by the landing legs and is ready to be uncoupled.
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Warning!
The landing legs may only be fully raised when the semi-trailer is coupled.
Warning!
At the final turn, slowly ease the crank to a stop, as it has a tendency to rebound.
Warning!
To avoid damaging the landing legs, quick action must only be used to rapidly raise the landing
legs.
Warning!
! During quick action use, the drive mechanism will make some noise.
Warning!
At the final turn, slowly ease the crank to a stop, as it has a tendency to rebound.
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Loading instructions
8. LOADING INSTRUCTIONS
8.1.1 General
When loading the trailer two kinds of loads should be identified;
• Self-supporting loads.
• Non-self-supporting loads.
A self-supporting load is a load of such rigidity that it only has to be supported on the given locations. An
example is a concrete bridge beam, supported on both ends.
A non-self-supporting load is a load requiring support along its total length, such as reinforced concrete.
The maximum load a trailer can carry depends on where the load is to be placed and the trailer’s
specification.
Warning!
! Take care that after loading the load is been secured. Therefore we refer to the following
standards:
• Dutch standard NEN-EN 12195-1.
• German standard VDI 2700.
☞
Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. has drawn up a loading advice scheme by means of one or
more loading schedules. The loading schedules are included in the Appendix of this manual.
Warning!
! The load supports must always rest on a cross beam. Minimum dimension of the support is
100x20 cm.
☞ If the trailer is extendible, the various extending steps are outlined in a table.
☞
If the load floor of your trailer is extendible by means of separate inserts, there is a different
loading schedule for each combination.
The maximum coupling weight is equal to the maximum load capacity of the front.
This is called ‘front loading-section’.
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The difference between the sum of the maximum axle loads and this part of the own weight equals the
maximum load capacity of the rear. This is called ‘rear loading-section’.
Warning!
The loading schedules indicate values for the trailer. There could be other restrictive factors,
such as:
• Statutory regulations.
• Regulations to the truck.
On the loading surface there is a sketch of a load with its centre of gravity at distance Z from the front edge of
the loading surface. This load is supported in two places.
Both supporting points are at a certain distance from the load’s centre of gravity. This distance greatly
influences the maximum allowed load capacity.
The graph shows the maximum load capacity at various distances from the centre of gravity. Should this
distance equal O, it means that the load is being supported exactly at the centre of gravity. In this situation
the maximum load capacity is clearly lower.
☞
In brief!
The maximum load weight on the load floor is directly related to the location of the load’s
centre of gravity, and the distance between the points where the load is being supported.
For the load capacity of the box-beam stakes the direction of application of the load is also relevant, being
either:
• across the trailer
• along the length of the trailer.
The graph below shows a concentrated load and a distributed load across the trailer in relation to the length
of the stake (L).
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8.2.2 Load capacity box-beam stakes along the length of the trailer
In Figure 8-2 is depicted how a concentrated load (Px) and a distributed load (Qx) along the length of the
trailer engage with a stake.
The graph below shows a concentrated load and a distributed load along the length of the trailer in relation
to the length of the stake (L).
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8.2.3 Load capacity solid round stakes across and along the length of the trailer
The graph below shows a concentrated load and a distributed load across and along the length of the trailer
in relation to the length of the stake (L).
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20.0
18.0
16.0
Axle weight (tonnes)
14.0
12.0
10.0
8.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Pressure (bar)
W1-U11 W1-U08
Pressure (in bar) Axle weight (in tonnes) Axle weight (in tonnes)
W1-U11 W1-U08
235, 245 tyres 205 tyres
Design > 8 to/axle Design max 8 to/axle
0 0,85 0,75
1 2,74 2,20
2 4,63 3,64
3 6,52 5,09
4 8,41 6,54
5 10,30 7,99
6 12,20 9,43
7 14,09 10,88
8 15,98 12,33
9 17,87 13,77
10 19,76 15,22
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Maintenance instructions
9. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Should questions or difficulties arise when carrying out maintenance, our After Sales and Service & Repairs
departments are at your disposal for advice or assistance.
Locations and telephone numbers of our service points in various European countries can be found on the
included map 'Nooteboom Service points Europe'.
The maintenance schedule for preventive maintenance has been compiled based on many years’ experience.
**: of course you ignore the components which are not present
Elektrics Check lights Before every trip
Axle bogie Check tyres on damage (visual) Before every trip
Axle bogie Check airbellows for damage (visual) Before every trip
Brakes Drain the air reservoirs In winter weather: daily
Other periods: weekly
Axle bogie Tyre pressure (measure) x x x
Axle bogie Tighten hubcap x
Axle bogie Check and tighten springbolts x x
Axle bogie Tighten spring clamp (U-)bolts x x
Axle bogie Check play and lubrication of knuckle x x
bearings, visual
Steering Lubricate bearings and pivots, resp. Check x x x
the automatic lubrication
Brakes
Hydraulics Check fluid level in oil reservoir x x
Hydraulics Check for leaks in hydraulic system x x x
Suspension Check accumulator for fixing and leakage, x x x
visual
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Axle bogie Tighten wheel nuts, after changing wheels After 50 and 150 km
Suspension Test accumulator gas pressure 100.000 km or 12 months
Axle bogie Test axle bearing play (max. 0,20 mm) and 12 months
check on noise (see maintenance
instructions of axle manufacturer)
Brakes Measure the brake effect 12 months
Table 9-2: Specific maintenance
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9.3.3 Nuts
Recommended tightening torques metric thread, material hardness 8.8.
Unless otherwise stated, the torques in the table below must be used :
M6 10 Nm 9 – 11 Nm
M8 25 Nm 22 – 28 Nm
M10 51 Nm 45 – 55 Nm
M12 87 Nm 78 – 96 Nm
M14 140 Nm 126 – 154 Nm
M16 215 Nm 194 – 236 Nm
M18 300 Nm 270 – 330 Nm
M20 430 Nm 387 – 473 Nm
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4) Remove the French pin (pos 1) and the mounting pin (pos 2) of the cable guide conduit connection, see Figure
9-2. The cable guide conduit is now detached from the rear cover.
5) Check the guide conduit, it should be firmly embedded in the telescopic beam.
6) Ensure that the first and final links of the cable guide are secured.
7) Check the cable guide for external damage.
8) Remove any dirt that may have accumulated in the beam.
9) Re-attach the cable guide to the rear cover and replace the Frech pin.
10) Fit the rear cover.
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If the fixed axle is not straight this must be corrected by moving the axle in relation to the parabolic spring.
Between the spring and axle track, an alignment strip has been fitted which is welded to the leaf-spring seat.
This contains the spring centre bolt.
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If any damage is detected, the damaged components or the complete slack adjuster has to be replaced.
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Advice!
After adjusting the ride height wait for a few minutes until the new ride height is reached.
Now measure distance X once more.
The standard settings of deflection Y and rebound Z of the air suspension are specified in the table above and
depicted in Figure 9-6.
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The height of the axle assembly can be adjusted by means of this height control valve. This is carried out as
follows, see Figure 9-7:
1) Make sure the raise/lower lever of the load floor is in the ‘drive’ position.
2) Loosen the clamp (1) of the height control valve.
3) Set the height required (A):
• If the axle assembly should be higher, increase distance (A).
• If the axle assembly should be lower, reduce distance (A).
4) Tighten the clamp (1) again.
Warning!
! The length (L) is at its correct setting and must never be changed.
Bleeding air is a straightforward procedure using an air-bleeder hose and quick-connect couplings, see Figure
9-8.
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Make sure the air-bleeder hose is fitted on the topmost connection (11) of the hydraulic cylinders, see Figure
9-8.
Attention!
The ABS-spiral cable ISO 7638 between truck and trailer must be connected at all times!
Check this!!
To check the EBS function of the trailer you will find two lights on the truck’s dashboard:
• Red control light trailer.
• Red control light truck.
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No malfunction
Serious malfunction truck
Middling/slight malfunction
trailer
Table 9-4: Outline malfunctions and control lights.
Attention!
The ABS function and/or EBS must be checked if the red control light stays on.
Attention!
It is not possible to adjust the ABS without experience!!
Attention!
If the EBS fails, please contact a Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. approved service point as soon
as possible.
It is not possible to adjust the EBS without experience!!
Attention!
The ABS-spiral cable ISO 7638 between truck and trailer must be connected at all times!
Check this!!
If the red control light comes on when switching on the ignition, there is a malfunction in the system. There
will still be maximum braking power. The malfunction should be put right as soon as possible.
Attention!
It is not possible to adjust the ABS without experience!!
Attention!
If the EBS fails, please contact a Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. approved service point as soon
as possible.
It is not possible to adjust the EBS without experience!!
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Attention!
It is not possible to adjust the ABS without experience!!
Attention!
If the EBS fails, please contact a Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. approved service point as soon
as possible.
It is not possible to adjust the EBS without experience!!
☞ Look at the brake plan which make/type of brake lining may be applied.
BP Energol SHF- Bartran HV-15 Bartran HV-22 Bartran HV-32 Bartran HV-46
LT15
ESSO / MOBIL Univis HVI-13 Univis N-15 Univis N-22 Univis N-32 Univis N-68
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Environmental advice!
Take care not to spill any hydraulic oil.
☞
Please note!
In order to bleed the hydraulic circuits properly, the circuits must be bled in the following
colour sequence:
• Blue
• Yellow
• Red
• Green
Bleed the air from hydraulic circuits as follows, starting with the blue circuit:
1) Check that the ball valves are in 'Automatic steering’ position.
2) Plug in the manual control panel in the plug box on the trailer, either at the front or rear.
3) Remove the dust cover from the air-bleed connection of the hydraulic cylinder of the axles.
4) Connect the air-bleeder hose, see paragraph 'Bleeding air from hydraulic steering system’.
5) Switch on the power supply, see paragraph 'Switching on the power supply'.
6) Switch on the control panel with switch (1), see Figure 9-10.
• Check that control light (2) is on, see Figure 9-10.
* If control light (2) is not on, there is a malfunction.
1. On/off switch
2. Light: Is on if manual steering is switched on
3. Pushbutton for bleeding blue and yellow
circuits.
4. Pushbutton for bleeding red and green circuits.
Environmental advice!
Take care not to spill any hydraulic oil.
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9) Switch off the control panel with switch (1), see Figure 9-10. Control light (2) goes out.
10) Switch off the power supply, see paragraph 'Switching off the power supply'.
11) Disconnect the air-bleeder hose.
12) Replace the dust cover on the air-bleed connection of the hydraulic cylinder.
13) Remove the dust cover from the air-bleed connection with corresponding colour of the hydraulic
cylinder in the gooseneck.
14) Repeat step 4 to 12.
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Per circuit, always bleed the hydraulic cylinder underneath the axles first. Then remove the air-
bleeder hose and bleed the hydraulic cylinder in the gooseneck.
If this is not done in the right order, air could get into the system again because the hydraulic
cylinder in the gooseneck is positioned higher up.
15) Check the oil level in the oil reservoir after bleeding a circuit.
• If necessary, replenish the oil via the filler opening at the top.
Environmental advice!
Take care not to spill any hydraulic oil.
Furthermore it is possible, that the customer has restricted the system to a part of the trailer (for example only the
axle bogie), so that grease points are left, which have to be greased manually.
Warning!
For planning and carrying out this maintenance job, see the procedures in the chapters “maintenance” and “grease
points”.
For the regular checking and testing of the automatic lubrication system and for replenishing the grease reservoir
we refer to the instruction manual of the supplier of the lubrication system.
A trailer may have more than 1 pump/reservoir. Almost sure
this is the case at a detachable gooseneck, a detachable
interdolly, a trailer with large extendibility; in those cases two
separate systems at front and rear are mounted.
The position of a pump/reservoir is appointed by a sticker (see
at right) near the pump.
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Warning!
! Using harsh detergents can cause damage to the paint coating of the trailer. The risk is even
greater if the trailer is newly sprayed or if the paintwork has been damaged and repaired.
Persistent tar or asphalt can be removed from well-hardened (min. 3 months old) paint with a soft cloth,
moistened with turpentine or white spirit.
N.B. Exceeding the temperature, pressure, distance or spray angle indicated may put too much pressure on the
paint coating and could damage it.
Recommendations
• Use cold water (12-15°C) during the first 3 months. If needed a low dose of a neutral cleaning product may be
added. Pressure 40-60 Bar
• After 3 months, warm water may be used with a small dose of a low-alkaline cleaning product. Temperature
40 – 60°C. Pressure 80-100 Bar.
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Warning!
! When using a high pressure washer, see Figure 9-11, the following applies:
• The distance between the nozzle of the high pressure washer and the paint coating to be
cleaned must be at least 50 cm.
• The water jet must be kept moving over the area to be cleaned, so not directed at one single
point.
• The temperature of the water must not exceed 60 °C.
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Lubrication scheme
The arrows point to the grease points, the number of grease nipples are specified.
General remarks about lubrication may be mentioned as well.
Turntable ring
4 nipples
Fifth wheel
Lubricate
Kingpin
Lubricate
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Landing leg
1 nipple
Buca lock
1 nipple
Wihag lock
1 nipple
Lubrication takes place referring to the lubrication frequency as described in the chapter 'Maintenance
instruction'.
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1 2 Steering cylinders
2 4 Turntable ring
3 2 Wedge
4 6 Bogie turntable ring
5 2 Steering cylinders
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Malfunctions and reparations
11.1 Malfunctions
In the table below are some of the malfunctions that may occur, with their probable cause and how to rectify
them.
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Adjusting the ALD without specialised
tools and experience is not possible!!
All maintenance and repairs of the ALD
should be carried out at one of the Royal
Nooteboom Trailers B.V. approved
service points.
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Braking action Brake pressure Low pressure in air line. Check compressor of the
insufficient. insufficient. tractor.
Service line between - Check connector plugs and
tractor and trailer not connections.
properly connected. - Connect service line
correctly.
Brakes not adjusted Adjust the brakes.
correctly.
Brake valve(s) and/or Repair or replace brake
relay valve(s) faulty. valve(s) and/or relay valve(s).
Unsatisfactory braking Sluggish braking system. Lack of grease in moving - Remove, check and replace
action. parts. brake components.
- Grease brake components.
If automatic lubrication
system:
- Check level in grease
container and replenish if
necessary.
- Lubricate.
Strokes on slack adjuster Adjust strokes of the slack
are too long. adjuster.
Air line damaged. Repair or replace air line.
Brake valve faulty. Repair or replace air valve.
Moisture in braking Moisture not drained Drain moisture from air
system. from air reservoir in reservoirs every 15,000 km
tractor and/or trailer. or every week.
Coupling faulty. Connect coupling correctly.
None of the lights work. Connector plug not or Connect plug correctly.
not properly connected.
Tractor’s main fuse faulty. Replace tractor’s main fuse.
ABS-system not Red warning light - Check ABS-system.
functioning properly. Is blinking. - Check and if necessary
replace connection cable.
☞
We recommend having all Incorrect coupling. Connect coupling correctly.
maintenance and repairs carried out
at a certified ABS service centre. For
further information contact the
dealer.
One or several lights not Bulb faulty. Replace bulb.
working. Bulb contact point dirty. Clean contact point.
Electric wiring faulty. Repair electric wiring.
Poor or weak lighting. Tractor’s battery(ies) Charge tractor’s battery(ies)
almost empty.
Poor mass. Check and if necessary
replace mass connection(s).
Electric circuit not Blown fuses. Short in electric circuit. Check electric circuit and if
functioning. necessary replace fuses.
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Warning!
! Using the ‘Emergency Operation’ procedure is only a temporary solution. If the manual
steering function fails, one of the authorised Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. service points
should be contacted as soon as possible.
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Warning!
! If this occurs it is essential to consult the nearest service point, or to contract Nooteboom After
Sales for instructions!
11.3.2 Emergency control when missing speed signal for the manual steering.
If the malfunction of the manual steering is caused by missing the speed signal on the PCB (the red light at the
front left of the gooseneck flashes), than the emergency control may serve you to use the manual steering
temporarily, in order to finish the transport for instance.
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The emergency control is to activate by pushing the button in the “C3-box” (Nooteboom part nr: 3513710).
Remove the cover of the box, whereupon the button is accessible. See the pictures below. The “C3-box” is
mounted against the inside of the central steering box under the gooseneck.
Pushing the button on the “C3-box” generates a speed signal, whereby the manual steering function again.
As soon as the trailer exceeds the 20 km/h limit, the “C3-box” automatically deactivates.
Also reducing the speed till below 20 km/h will not activate the C3-box. Only pushing the button again re-activates
the emergency control.
If the speed signal is missing at all (the EBS computer gives no speed signal) or if the emergency C3-box would
malfunction, than the manual emergency control in the central steering box under the gooseneck left is still a
possibility. See paragraph ‘Emergency operation manual steering”.
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11.5.1 General
Before starting the work it is important to carefully read the following and to observe the general rules regarding
the work being carried out.
In order to achieve the best end result it is important that all the recommendations in the relevant product data
sheet are followed as closely as possible.
If the application methods are not or not exactly applicable in your usual situation, please contact the (local dealer
of) PPG Industries. For more information visit their website: ppgrefinish.com
11.5.2.1 Primer
Nexacolor HP Epoxy primer 3005 (more information via: nexaautocolor.com)
Mixing ratio:
4 parts HP chromate Epoxy primer
1 part hardener P275-3025
5% thinner P850-1392
(viscosity 26-28 seconds DIN 4)
Apply primer to the entire area, minimum (dry) film thickness of 80 µm.
Allow to air dry for at least 60 minutes at 20° C before applying the top coat.
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Apply the top coat to the entire area, minimum (dry) film thickness of 50 µm.
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Please note!
Because painting systems nearly always pose risks for health and environment, it is essential to
carefully read the detailed information on the product data sheets and material safety data sheet
before carrying out the work.
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Part information
Warning!
! Be sure that the stamped mark is the same as that in the mounting flange. It is not allowed to
mount other makes due to the homologation certificates.
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25 Axle beam 1
28 Plate 03.285.54.16.0 2
190 Brake cylinder support 05.182.27.03.0 2
209 Repair kit bearing expander Incl. 210, 214, 09.801.06.09.1 1
camshaft 220-221, 225, 227,
231, 232, 245,
272-272, 288-289
210 Bush 1241436 2
214 Grease nipple AM10x1 02.6802.03.50 2
215 Protective cover 02.3505.20.00 6
220 Bearing bracket for grease nipple 03.229.02.19.0 2
221 Bearing bracket 03.229.02.18.0 2
225 Bush Ø42/60x38 03.113.14.04.0 2
227 Grease nipple AM8x1 02.6802.14.50 2
230 Bolt assembly M8x20 Incl. 231, 232 05.865.00.02.0 4
231 Spring washer B8 02.5403.08.92 4
232 Hexagon nut M8 02.5202.12.82 4
240 Expander camshaft left A=557.5 mm 05.097.60.05.3 1
240 Expander camshaft left A=522.5 mm 05.097.60.07.3 1
240 Expander camshaft left A=509.5 mm 05.097.60.09.3 1
240 Expander camshaft left A=422.5 mm 05.097.60.15.3 1
241 Expander camshaft right A=557.5 mm 05.097.60.06.3 1
241 Expander camshaft right A=522.5 mm 05.097.60.08.3 1
241 Expander camshaft right A=509.5 mm 05.097.60.10.3 1
241 Expander camshaft right A=422.5 mm 05.097.60.16.3 1
245 Installer set Incl. 250-262, 268 09.801.00.43.1 2
250 Fuse ring 1241473 2
254 Distance ring 1238242 2
255 O-ring 1241466 2
256 O-ring 1241475 2
258 Sealing ring 1241478 2
260 Bush Ø37.4/45x21.3 03.113.03.06.0 2
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1 Spring bracket 2
3 Clamp plate 120x120 1157912 4
3 Clamp plate Ø127 1337725 2
4 Axle seat 120x120 1788110 2
4 Axle seat 120x120 Incl. set plate 1790655 2
4 Axle seat Ø127 1466894 2
4 Leaf-spring seat left 120x120 Super PT 1661895 1
4 Leaf-spring seat right 120x120 Super PT 1661903 1
6 Clamp plate left Ø127 1663899 1
6 Clamp plate left Ø127 1788112 1
7 Clamp plate right Ø127 1663901 1
7 Clamp plate right Ø127 1788114 1
8 Spring arm 11 tonnes / 1487946 2
steered axle
8 Spring arm 11 tonnes / HD 1158384 2
8 Spring arm 11 tonnes / rigid 1337707 2
axle
8 Spring arm 11 tonnes / rigid 1438162 2
and tag axle
8 Spring arm 13 tonnes 1869242 2
8 Spring arm 13 tonnes / HD+ 1791230 2
8 Spring arm 13 tonnes / HD+ 1894344 2
8 Spring arm 8 tonnes 1788182 2
8 Spring arm Ultra-lite 1790814 2
9 Spring clamp 120x120, 3227331 4
127x127, M22
9 Spring clamp 120x120, 1157911 4
127x127, M24
9 Spring clamp 120x120, 1587850 4
127x127, M24x2,
L=310 mm
9 Spring clamp Ø127, M24x2, 1419790 4
L=280 mm
9 Spring clamp Ø127, M24x2, 1337709 4
L=307 mm
10 Wheel nut M22x1.5 1139320 8
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15 25
17 24
1
32
20 14
12
19
13
18 16
9
30
3
24
26 23
8
28
27
6/7
11
15 10
17
Figure 12-6: EV1512
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4
3
2
7
8
5
6 9
13 10
12
14
11
3
15
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4
6
14 13
7
11
1 2
13
12
10
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Servicepoint information
13.1 Service
13.1.1 Introduction
Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. believes in building and maintaining long-term relationships with its
customers. Therefore, apart from supplying advanced trailers, Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. has much more
to offer. Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. will always be only too happy to discuss your requirements and
problems. With the assistance of an extensive service network, Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. can help you
to use your trailer efficiently and to reduce downtime to an absolute minimum should any malfunctions
occur.
In various European countries you can always call on a service point nearby. The addresses and telephone
number of the service points of Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. are listed by country on the enclosed map
“Service Station”. These service points have a standard stock of parts at their disposal and specific knowledge
to quickly help you on your way.
Tip!
☺ • Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V has developed the software programme NoVAB®, especially
for their customers. With this ‘Nooteboom Vehicle Axle Load Calculation’ programme you
can quickly and easily calculate the axle loads for a specific cargo. In this way you can not
only determine the most suitable vehicle combination for a specific load, but also the
optimum location of the cargo on the loading platform.
• The NoVAB®-software can be ordered from the Helpdesk After Sales of Royal Nooteboom
Trailers B.V.
With the aid of the Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. software, we can also make calculations for critical parts
of your route. By calculating step by step the complete steering and path taken, we can work out if and how
your trailer can negotiate a certain obstacle.
Last but not least, we will provide assistance and advice on refurbishing or modifying your trailer after it has
given you many years of faithful service. After the full treatment, and a new warranty, your trailer can then
start a new ‘life’.
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In brief:
☺ “Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V. helps their customers well on
their way by offering them a comprehensive service package.”
A comprehensive service package, from a company conscious of the fact that trust has to be
earned and re-established every single day."
The trailer chassis number and type are printed on the ‘Contents’ page of this instruction folder.
The EV number and diagram numbers can be found on the ‘Contents’ page and on the relevant diagrams.
Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V part numbers can be found in the Figures or in the corresponding parts tables.
Parts can be ordered from the After Sales, Parts Sales Department of Royal Nooteboom Trailers B.V.,
telephone number: +31 (0)24 64 888 24
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APPENDIX
APPENDIX
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Nooteboom declaration regarding hoisting and lashing provisions
The trailer is equipped with hoisting and lashing provisions to lift the trailer and secure the load on the trailer.
The provisions for hoisting have a maximum hoist and lashing capacity. The hoist provisions can also be used
to secure the load on the trailer.
The lashing provisions have a maximum lashing capacity only. The lashing provisions must therefore not be
used for hoisting purposes.
Warning!
Never use the lashing provisions for hoisting purposes.
The maximum capacities of the hoist and lashing provisions fitted on the trailer are stated below.
Warning!
The hoist and lashing capacity of the provisions for hoisting or lashing must never be
exceeded.
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Nooteboom declaration regarding hoisting and lashing provisions
0 kg 8000 kg
Number: LS0107443Z3
Nummer: LS0107443Z3
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Nooteboom declaration regarding hoisting and lashing provisions
0 kg 6400 kg
Shortening hook, chain (10 mm, grade 80, L=min. 100 cm)
on profile ledge UNP 160/180/200
Verkürzungshaken, Kette (10 mm, Güte 80, L=min. 100 cm)
am Randprofil UNP 160/180/200
Maximum Maximum Lashing provision
Hoist capacity Lashing capacity Bindeeinrichtung
Maximale Maximale
Hebekapazität Zurrkapazität
0 kg 10600 kg
Shortening hook, chain (13 mm, grade 80, L=min. 100 cm)
on profile ledge UNP 180/200
Verkürzungshaken, Kette (13 mm, Güte 80, L=min. 100 cm)
am Randprofil UNP 180/200
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Nooteboom declaration regarding hoisting and lashing provisions
5600 kg 8000 kg
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