28 SAFE COUPLING PROCEDURE
3. B-TRAIN FIFTH WHEELS 1.
B-Train designs include a fifth wheel at the rear of the lead semi trailer. Typically this is a Holland “Kompensator” design with unique features. 2. Couple and uncouple this fifth wheel with the same care as described in 1.1 and 2.1. 3. Consult the manufactures’ care and maintenance procedures for this fifth wheel.
Failure to properly operate or maintain a fifth wheel could result in tractor/trailer or trailer/trailer separation causing death or serious injury.
Do not exceed the load capacity of any fifth wheel device.
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