Inspection, Service & Maintenance
10.2.1.15 Tilt Deck Trailers
Pump grease into the tilt deck hinge grease fittings every month.
Park the trailer on a firm and level surface. Raise the tilt deck and place the safety
prop (1) in the upright position. Lower the deck onto the safety prop. The safety
prop (1) must engage the receiver (2).
Tilt Deck Trailer Safety Prop Engaged
Pump grease into the fittings on each end of the cylinder and at each pivot point of
the scissor mechanism. The number of grease fittings and location on the scissor
mechanism will vary by trailer model.
HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR
Check fluid level prior to using the trailer. The reservoir (1) is located inside the
battery box. (Box on the tongue of the trailer illustrated in figure below.) The dump
body must be fully lowered before checking fluid level. The reservoir should be
filled to the full mark on the side of the reservoir. Fluid ejecting from the reservoir
could indicate a low battery. (If the battery is not fully charged, the hydraulic pump
will lose pressure causing hydraulic fluid to flow back into the hydraulic reservoir,
overfilling the reservoir.)
KTI recommends using a premium hydraulic oil to ensure optimum performance
and system life. Select oil that has anti-wear properties, rust and oxidation
inhibitors, foam inhibitors and good stability. Examples of premium grade hydraulic
oils: Chevron Rando HDZ, Mobil DTE 10, DTE 20 series, AMSOIL, and Shell
Tellus.
Automotive Transmission Oils are acceptable under normal conditions.
Aviation Oils such as Valvoline ROYCO series or Mobil Aero HF or HFA may be
used in prolonged, extreme cold environments.
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