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End of trip inspection and report |
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At the end of a shift, you must do an end of the trip inspection and report. This will enable you to obtain service or repairs if required before the next trip. The report should include any problems discovered during the trip. Waiting to do the inspection can result in problems that are frustrating, time consuming and costly.
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Coupling and uncoupling a semi-trailer |
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Coupling with a fifth wheel
The basic steps in coupling a semi-trailer are as follows.
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Block the trailer wheel. If you only have one block, place it to the rear of the trailer wheel. If you have two blocks, place them to the front and rear of the trailer wheel.
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Check whether the jaws on the fifth wheel are in the unlocked position.
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Check the condition of the trailer apron, pin and collar.
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Back the tractor in line for the hook-up with the trailer. Stop before contact is made between the fifth wheel and the trailer apron.
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Check that the height of the fifth wheel and the trailer match.
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Connect the air lines from the tractor to the trailer.
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Fill the trailer air tanks and set the trailer brakes. (Note: Some trailers may not have spring brakes.)
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Back the tractor until you feel and hear the connection.
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Perform a tug test to make sure you have a good hook-up. If a noticeable slack is seen, make the correction.
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Check to see whether the fifth wheel jaws are properly locked around the trailer pin.
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Raise the landing gear and hook-up the electrical line to the trailer.
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Remove the wheel blocks.
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