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1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITY .............................................................. - 1 - 1.1. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................. - 1 - 1.2. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.......................................................................................................... - 1 - 1.3. STANDARD WINCHES......................................................................................................... - 2 - 1.4. WHEEL LIFT ................................................................................................................... - 2 -
2. PARTS DESCRIPTION..................................................................................................... - 3 - 2.1. WINCHES....................................................................................................................... - 3 - 2.2. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS ...................................................................................................... - 4 -
2.2.1. Standard Model .................................................................................................... - 4 - 2.2.2. Independent Flasher & Brakes Model...................................................................... - 5 -
2.3. HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM........................................................................................................ - 6 - 2.4. PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM........................................................................................................ - 7 -
3. PROCEDURES................................................................................................................. - 8 - 3.1. GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS ........................................................................................... - 8 - 3.2. OVERVIEW OF YOUR NRC CARRIER ....................................................................................... - 9 - 3.3. CONTROL BOX................................................................................................................- 10 - 3.4. CHASSIS CONTROL PANEL..................................................................................................- 11 - 3.5. PTO CONTROL ...............................................................................................................- 11 -
3.5.1. Pneumatic PTO Control ....................................................................................... - 12 - 3.5.2. Electric PTO Control ............................................................................................ - 13 -
3.6. STANDARD ACCESSORIES...................................................................................................- 14 - 3.7. WINCH PROCEDURES .......................................................................................................- 15 -
3.7.1. General Procedures............................................................................................. - 15 - 3.7.2. Disengaging the Winch........................................................................................ - 16 - 3.7.3. Use of Winch in Movement .................................................................................. - 17 -
3.8. STANDARD CARRIER PROCEDURES .......................................................................................- 18 - 3.8.1. Putting the Carrier into Loading Position ............................................................... - 18 - 3.8.2. Returning the Carrier to Transport Position ........................................................... - 19 -
3.9. TOW BAR PROCEDURES ....................................................................................................- 21 - 3.9.1. Standard Procedures........................................................................................... - 21 - 3.9.2. Stabilization using the Tow Bar and Spades........................................................... - 21 - 3.9.3. Tow Bar Accessories ........................................................................................... - 22 - 3.9.4. Lifting Accessories .............................................................................................. - 22 -
3.10. TRUCK AND CARRIER STABILITY ..............................................................................................24 3.10.1. Lengthwise Weight Distribution.................................................................................25 3.10.2. Lateral Weight Distribution .......................................................................................26 3.10.3. Suspension Results ..................................................................................................26
3.11. BRACING THE LOAD .............................................................................................................27 3.12. LOADING AND UNLOADING A VEHICLE .......................................................................................29
3.12.1. Estimating the Distance............................................................................................29 3.12.2. Loading the Vehicle..................................................................................................30 3.12.3. Unloading ...............................................................................................................32 3.12.4. Using the Wheel-lift .................................................................................................33 3.12.5. Using Tow Plates .....................................................................................................35 3.12.6. Using Swivel Accessories ..........................................................................................36 3.12.7. Using Truck Accessories ...........................................................................................37 3.12.8. Using Bus Bracket Accessories ..................................................................................37 3.12.9. Using the Winch for Recovery ...................................................................................38
4. MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................41 4.1. GENERAL PARTS MAINTENANCE...............................................................................................41 4.2. AREAS TO GREASE ON ALL MODELS..........................................................................................42
4.2.1. Global Overview of Greasing Areas ............................................................................42
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4.2.2. Tow Bar Head Greasing Area ....................................................................................42 4.2.3. Tow Bar Elevation Cylinder Clips Greasing Area ..........................................................43 4.2.4. Tow Bar Elevation Cylinder Gears Greasing Area.........................................................43 4.2.5. Tow Bar Elevation Cylinder Anchorage Beneath Chassis, Greasing Area ........................43 4.2.6. Elevation Cylinders Underneath Chassis, Greasing Area ...............................................44 4.2.7. In-and-out Cylinders Greasing Area Underneath Chassis..............................................44 4.2.8. Tow Bar In-and-out Cylinder Greasing Area................................................................45 4.2.9. Tow Bar Anchorage Greasing Area ............................................................................45
4.3. SLIDING TRACK FOR ALL MODELS ............................................................................................45 4.4. LUBRICATING CHART............................................................................................................47 4.5. HYDRAULIC PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT .........................................................................................47 4.6. TOW BAR’S LOCK VALVE .......................................................................................................47
5. APPENDIX A................................................................................................................. - 48 - 5.1. NOTES .........................................................................................................................- 48 - 5.2. OPERATOR’S LOG ............................................................................................................- 49 -
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1. Technical Specifications and Capacity
1.1. General Specifications
General Specifications 10,000-TB 20,000-TB 20,000-TB-
DD 20,000-TB-
DOC 40,000-TB
Carrier capacity 10,000 lbs. 20,000 lbs. 20,000 lbs. 20,000 lbs. 40,000 lbs.
Carrier length 18’ to 21’ 18’ to 30’ 18’ to 30’ 18’ to 30’ 24’ to 30’
Length, top of carrier - - 15’ & 27’ to 30’ 12’ to 14’ -
Carrier width 98” or 102” 98” or 102” 102” 102” 102”
Width, bottom of carrier - - 86” 87” -
Floor thickness 3/16” 3/16” or 1/4”
3/16” or 1/4”
3/16” or 1/4”
1/4” or 1/4" T1
Rails Stationary; Removable
Stationary; Removable Stationary Stationary Stationary;
Removable
1.2. Hydraulic System
Hydraulic System 10,000-TB
20,000-TB
20,000-TB-DD
20,000-TB-DOC
40,000-TB
Hydraulic pump 17 GPM 17 GPM 17 GPM 17 GPM 17 GPM
Hydraulic tank 12 gallons 12 gallons 12 gallons 12 gallons 12 gallons
Slide cylinder 3” I.D. 3-1/2” I.D. 3-1/2” I.D. 3-1/2” I.D. 4” I.D.
Sub-frame elevation cylinders 3” I.D. 3-1/2” I.D. 3-1/2” I.D. 3-1/2” I.D. 4” I.D.
Wheel lift elevation cylinders 2-1/2” I.D. 3-1/2” I.D. 3-1/2” I.D. 3-1/2” I.D. 5” I.D.
Wheel lift extension cylinders 2-1/2” I.D. 2-1/2” I.D. 2-1/2” I.D. 2-1/2” I.D. 3-1/2” I.D.
Deck-over-cab or double deck cylinders - - 3” I.D. 2-1/2” I.D. -
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1.3. Standard Winches
STD Winches 10,000-TB 20,000-TB 20,000-TB-
DD 20,000-TB-
DOC 40,000-TB
Capacity 8,000 lbs. 8,000 lbs. 8,000 lbs. One per carrier
8,000 lbs. One per carrier 25,000 lbs.
Type Planetary Planetary Planetary Planetary Worm gear
Cable 3/8” x 75’ 3/8” x 75’ 3/8” x 75’ 3/8” x 75’ 5/8” x 75’
1.4. Wheel Lift
"Light Duty
Carrier Wheel Lift"
"Medium Duty Carrier Wheel Lift"
"Heavy Duty Carrier
Wheel Lift" Capacity when cylinder is fully
retracted (maximum) 5,000 lbs. 8,000 lbs. 20,000 lbs.
Capacity when cylinder is fully extended (minimum) 1,800 lbs. 3,000 lbs. 10,000 lbs.
Hauling capacity 9,000 lbs. 15,000 lbs. 50,000 lbs.
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2. Parts Description 2.1. Winches
For more information, refer to your winch manual.
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2.2. Electrical Diagrams
2.2.1. Standard Model
NRC: 8814056
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2.2.2. Independent Flasher & Brakes Model
NRC: 8814062
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2.3. Hydraulic Diagram
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2.4. Pneumatic Diagram
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3. Procedures
3.1. General Safety Regulations
1. NRC Industries recommend that all carrier operators wear long sleeves, bright-
colored clothing, work gloves and safety boots.
2. Never jump off the carrier and never use the control box or wheel lift to climb onto
your carrier. If your carrier model is too high to climb, use the side ladders
(optional on 10,000TB models).
3. When climbing onto the carrier, make sure to wear adequate boots, that there is
no ice, cooling liquid, oil, water or any other material that can make the surface
slippery.
4. When operating your equipment, make sure that anyone who is not adequately
trained is outside the security perimeter.
5. When placing your carrier back into the transport position, make sure that no one
is between the vehicle and the carrier.
6. Never place yourself behind, in front or under a load that is moving or that is not
properly secured.
7. Never step over a cable or chain, whether it is tense or not.
8. Always follow your sector’s tie down procedures and regulations.
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3.2. Overview of your NRC Carrier
Light pylon
Chain support
Tool Box
Deck
Oïl tank
Winch
Lever control box
ARMe
Chain slots
Rail
Light pylon
Lever control box
Deck
Tool box
Figure 2 – Left side of your car-carrier with removable rails - Model "C"
Figure 1 – Right side of your car-carrier with tubular sides- Model "A"
Wheel lift
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3.3. Control Box
The two control boxes are located on your NRC carrier. The main control is located on
the driver side, while the auxiliary control is on the passenger side.
Figure 3 – Main control box
The main control includes five (5) hydraulic controls as listed below. They are activated
by an upward or downward motion. When facing the controls, you will find them in the
following order, from left to right:
- The winch lever
- The carrier sliding lever
- The carrier tilt lever
- The wheel lift elevation lever
- The wheel lift extension lever
Both the pressure gauge and the pneumatic winch disengagement control are optional.
The auxiliary control only includes hydraulic commands. When in front of the controls,
they are in reverse order. The controls are activated by pushing or pulling on the control
levers.
A label clearly indicates the commands for each of the control movements.
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Figure 4 – Control box label
3.4. Chassis Control Panel
A touch control panel is installed inside your vehicle. It is generally located on the
dashboard, depending on the configuration of the vehicle, and features the following:
- Enable flashing lights switch
- Carrier working lights switch
- PTO sensor indicator light
- Auxiliary fog lights switch
Figure 5 – Vehicle touch control panel
3.5. PTO Control
The PTO is what allows the power of your engine to be transferred to your NRC carrier’s
hydraulic pump. The control in your vehicle will allow you to enable it or disable the
PTO. Following the type of vehicle and transmission, it will be one of the following PTO
types: pneumatic or electric.
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3.5.1. Pneumatic PTO Control
Vehicles with a manual transmission generally come with a pneumatic PTO control
similar to the one found in Figure 6.
Figure 6 – Pneumatic PTO control
Follow this procedure to engage the PTO:
- Start the vehicle, put the transmission into neutral and activate the parking
brake.
- Press down on the clutch pedal.
- Pull on the red ring lock valve button found on the pneumatic control and push
the lever to the “IN” position. A red light should appear on the switch along with
an orange light on the control panel.
- Release the clutch pedal.
- Set RPM as required: see the label on the vehicle.
To disengage the PTO:
- Press down on the clutch pedal.
- Pull on the red lock valve button found on the pneumatic control and push the
lever to the “OUT” position. The red light on the switch along with the orange
light on the control panel should turn off.
- Release the clutch pedal.
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3.5.2. Electric PTO Control
Vehicles with an automatic transmission or vehicles without a pneumatic circuit
generally come with an electric control to activate the PTO. This control may be similar
to the one found in Figure 7 or may be on a button that is already programmed for this
purpose on the vehicle’s dashboard.
Figure 7 – Electric PTO Control
If your vehicle has a manual transmission, follow the same steps for the pneumatic
control. If it has an automatic transmission, follow the steps below to engage the PTO:
- Start the vehicle, put the transmission into neutral and activate the parking
brake.
- Press on the electrical command to engage or disengage the PTO.
3.6. Standard Accessories
The NRC carrier includes the following standard accessories:
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Figure 8 – Standard accessories for 10,000 lbs. and 20,000 lbs. carriers
Figure 9 – Standard accessories for 40,000 lbs. carriers
Description 10TB 10TB (With wheel
lift )
20TB 40TB
5/16" x 36" chain with "J" hook - 2 2 2
5/16" x 72" chain with "J" hook 2 - - -
5/16" x 36" "V" chain with "J" hook 1 1 1 -
5/16" x 96" chain + grab + RTJ hook 2 2 2 -
3/8" binder 2 2 2 3
3/8" x 96" chain with "grab hook" - - - 4
3/8" x 60" chain with "slip hook" - - - 2
Tow bar - - - 2
Standard towing bracket - - - 2
Tow Lights - 1 1 1
3.7. Winch Procedures
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3.7.1. General Procedures
When the winch is operating steadily and gradually, it enables you to ensure that you
are rolling and unwinding the cable correctly, limiting the risk of damaging the hauled
vehicle. It also increases the life expectancy of the equipment.
For a smooth operation, the winch is activated by a directional and proportional
hydraulic control. Roll or unwind the cable by moving the control lever in the direction
that is indicated on the control label.
3.7.2. Disengaging the Winch
To allow the cable to unwind quicker, you can disengage the drum from the winch.
There are two devices that disconnect the winches. Your NRC carrier will be equipped
with one of these devices following the type of vehicle and options selected.
To manually disengage the winch, pull directly on the winch handle; shapes and
positions may vary depending on the model. An example of a handle is shown in the
next figure.
- Always remember that your NRC carrier winch is powerful and that it can
cause serious damage.
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Figure 10 – Winch with the manual disengagement handle
The pneumatic disengagement is done by the toggle pull switch found at the bottom of
the main control panel. Push to disengage the winch and simply pull to engage it again.
3.7.3. Use of Winch in Movement
Winches are not designed to retain or secure the load during transport; therefore, a
winch should never be over extended during transport. Shocks and after-effects of a
restrained load may damage the winch. Keep a minor tension on the cable when your
vehicle is in movement. Use adequate devices to secure the load onto the carrier.
3.8. Standard Carrier Procedures
- Vigilance is required when operating a carrier because it is difficult to
see all around it.
- Before operating the carrier, walk all the way around it to make sure
the way is clear.
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Your NRC carrier’s deck is operated by two levers located on the hydraulic valve. The
lever controlling horizontal movement moves the carrier back and forth, while the lever
controlling vertical movement serves to tilt the carrier into its loading position, and back
down to its horizontal position.
3.8.1. Putting the Carrier into Loading Position
- Using the hydraulic valve lever, slide the carrier back until the yellow arrow
reaches the control panel position. (This operation kicks the carrier deck away
from its front lock.)
Figure 11 – Step 1: Sliding back the carrier
- Tilt the bed at a 20-degree angle and, with the help of the hydraulic valve lever,
continue to slide the carrier deck backward.
Figure 12 – Step 2: Inclination of the carrier
- When the deck has reached the furthest position back, tilt it so that it touches
the ground.
Figure 13 – Step 3: Sliding the carrier backward to the ground
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- If there is a load on the carrier, you can use the tow bar to stabilize the truck
during this procedure. (See Section 3.9 for the tow bar procedure.)
3.8.2. Returning the Carrier to Transport Position
- If there is a load on the carrier, you can use the tow bar to help the carrier off
the ground before initiating the procedure. This will stabilize the truck, preventing
the carrier from dragging along the ground and damaging the pavement.
- Slightly lower the carrier’s inclination.
- To place a load on the truck, slide the carrier forward until the arrow is aligned
with the control panel.
- Return the carrier to a complete horizontal position.
- Slide the carrier forward until it rests in its back position over the bolt.
- Before moving the carrier forward or backward, make sure that there
are no chains, hooks or other devices underneath the body. They could
collide with the carrier’s components and cause serious damage.
- If there is a load on the carrier, make sure it is blocked and braced to
prevent movement during inclination.
- Never fully slide the carrier backward prior to tilting it, especially if it is
loaded. The carrier is not designed to support or lift heavy loads at its
extremity.
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Figure 14 – Avoid this position when load is at far end of carrier
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3.9. Tow Bar Procedures
3.9.1. Standard Procedures
The last two control box levers are for operating the tow bar. In order to move the tow
bar up or down, and to extend or retract the telescopic section (tow bar extension),
move the levers as per the instructions printed on the control panel label.
3.9.2. Stabilization using the Tow Bar and Spades
When loading or unloading vehicles, you can use the tow bar as a stabilizer. This will
prevent your truck from lifting up due to the load and the rear axle.
To help secure your truck when hauling with a winch, use the spades to lower the tow
bar until the wheels begin to lift off the ground, bringing the entire weight to bear on
the spades.
- Never exceed the tow bar’s indicated capacity for your specific NRC car-
carrier and truck. Disregarding this warning may cause loss of control of
the vehicle or even an accident.
- Never use the tow bar to jack up your truck or any other vehicle for the
intention of working underneath it. The tow bar is not designed to be
used as a jack.
- When backing up, keep in mind that the tow bar exceeds the lenght of
your truck.
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Figure 15 – Using the spades
3.9.3. Tow Bar Accessories
There are two types of tow bars available for hauling with different accessories that can
be added on. The accessories are illustrated below, and their functions are described in
Section 3.12.
3.9.4. Lifting Accessories
Figure 16 – Hauling plate
Figure 17 – Heavy towing bracket
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Figure 18 – Pivoting bracket adaptor
Figure 19 – Wheel-lift system
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3.10. Truck and Carrier Stability
- Always respect your NRC carrier’s capacity. If you exceed the loading
capacity, you may damage some components and put your safety and
that of others at risk.
- Never exceed your truck’s loading capacity and respect loading limits
stated by provincial/state regulations.
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3.10.1. Lengthwise Weight Distribution
It is important to consider the lengthwise weight distribution to ensure stable and
adequate control of your truck and to respect loading regulations.
Figure 20 – Load too far back
Figure 21 – Correctly centered load
Generally, you will exceed the loading capacity of your truck's front axle if you place the
load too far forward. Conversely, if you place the load too far back, or pick up a heavy
load with the tow bar, chances are that you will exceed the rear axle’s capacity, and
steering won’t be sufficiently heavy, possibly risking loss of control of the truck.
Therefore, make sure that the load is well placed, ensuring adequate weight
distribution. NRC recommends to keep at least 50% of the initial charge on the front
axle.
. Figure 22 – Load too heavy for the tow bar
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Refer to the local regulatory documentation to find out how to compute weight
distribution over your vehicle’s axles.
3.10.2. Lateral Weight Distribution
It is necessary to centralize the load on your carrier, as much as possible, to prevent the
truck from tipping over. The vehicle will not tend to rock as much, and the weight of
your NRC carrier’s components will be evenly distributed.
Figure 23 – Correct load distribution
Figure 24 – Incorrect load distribution
3.10.3. Suspension Results
Some vehicles must be braced with devices used to block the wheels. If this is the
case, keep in mind that the part of the carried vehicle hung over the suspension may
sway on the carrier during transport. You will need to adjust your driving accordingly.
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3.11. Bracing the Load
Your NRC carrier has several chain anchors located all around and along the middle of
the carrier. An NRC carrier anchor has a capacity of 5,000 lbs. (2 270 kg).
Figure 25 – Anchorage locations
Insert the chain’s link into the anchor to fasten the chain as shown in Figure 26. Never
use hooks as shown in Figure 27 to secure a chain to an anchor. If anchoring is not
performed appropriately, you can cause damage and put your security and that of
others at risk.
- Always respect you provincial or state tie-down standards. - Always use chains, straps or other bracing devices approved by
regulatory organisations.
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Figure 26 – RIGHT way to use anchors
Figure 27 – WRONG way to use anchors
When choosing bracing devices, make sure that they are compatible with your NRC
carrier’s anchorages. Your authorized NRC distributor supplies all of the necessary
products for your carrier and they can provide information about those items.
Regularly inspect your carrier's anchors for deformations and perforations. Never use a
damaged anchor; have it repaired as soon as possible by an authorized NRC Distributor.
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3.12. Loading and Unloading a Vehicle
The procedure below is a generality and may not apply to all situations that you may
encounter with your NRC carrier. Due to various situations, NRC does not accept any
responsibilities for the procedures suggested below.
3.12.1. Estimating the Distance
- When you need to haul a vehicle, first make sure that the site is secure and that
the way is clear for the hauling procedures.
Before loading or unloading, you must observe all of the following criteria:
- Familiarize yourself with all of your NRC carrier’s controls and
accessories.
- Understand the basic principles of hauling a vehicle.
- Create a safe environment for yourself and for others by working, as
much as possible, in a secure place and by clearly indicating your
presence.
- Keep anyone who is not adequately trained away from your working
zone and shielded from danger.
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- Position your truck in front of the vehicle to be hauled and engage reverse. Back
up, leaving a distance of 10 to 15 feet between the two vehicles, as illustrated in
Figure 28.
Figure 28 – Preparation distance: 10 to 15 feet
3.12.2. Loading the Vehicle
- Before getting out of your truck, engage the PTO and adjust the engine speed
according to your vehicle’s and your NRC carrier’s required RPM.
- Lower the end of the carrier to the ground. (Refer to Section 3.8 for the carrier
procedures.)
Figure 29 – Positioning the carrier
- Disengage the winch and pull the cable up to the front of the vehicle to be
hauled.
- Secure a chain (or an adequate belt) to the anchors recommended by the
manufacturer of the vehicle being hauled. Never connect the cable’s hook directly
to the hauled vehicle.
- Engage the winch and wind the cable in, but make sure that the cable is not
under tension.
- Place the vehicle in neutral and load it onto the carrier. (Refer to Section 3.7 for
the winch procedures.)
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- When the vehicle is positioned on the carrier, install two blocking devices on the
front (one on each side). Do not stand behind the hauled vehicle until it has been
securely blocked and braced.
Figure 30 – hauling the vehicle
- Put the vehicle’s parking brake on and engage the parking position.
- Raise the carrier by following steps 1 to 3 in Section 3.8. If necessary, use the
tow bar as a stabilizer.
- To install the rear blocking devices, keep the carrier slightly tilted. This will
prevent the vehicle from moving forward.
Figure 31 – Securing the vehicle with adequate blocking devices
- Install recommended blocking devices for the hauled vehicle.
- Secure the carrier platform in the transport position.
Figure 32 – Bolt-in transport position
- Perform a final inspection. Make sure that the blocking devices are secured and
that none of the vehicle’s (or your carrier’s) components will move during
transportation.
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Figure 33 – Verify all blocking devices before heading out
- Before leaving, disengage the PTO.
3.12.3. Unloading
- Before getting out of your truck, engage the PTO and adjust the engine speed
according to your vehicle’s and your NRC’s carrier requirements.
- Bring the carrier back and tilt slightly.
- Remove rear blocking devices.
- Lower the carrier's extremity to the ground. (Refer to Section 3.8 for the carrier
procedures.) If necessary, use the tow bar as a stabilizer.
- Place the hauled vehicle into neutral and disengage the parking brake.
- Make sure that nobody is behind the hauled vehicle before removing the blocking
devices.
- Unwind the winch’s cable in order to lower the vehicle to the ground.
- Once the vehicle is completely off the carrier, put it in the parking position and
engage the parking brakes.
- Unfasten the cable, chain or belt.
- Raise the carrier, gather all accessories and secure the cable to prevent
movement during transportation.
- Before leaving, disengage the PTO.
- Consult the vehicle’s manual to locate where the chains need to be
used on the hauled vehicle.
- Always respect your provincial or state blocking/bracing and hauling
regulations.
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3.12.4. Using the Wheel-lift A load must be on the carrier before using the wheel lift, as indicated in Figure 34.
Figure 34 - Load on carrier
The following section outlines the procedure for using the wheel-lift.1
- Place the truck in line with the vehicle to be hauled. Position the truck at a
distance of three to four feet from the hauled vehicle, as indicated in Figure 35.
Figure 35 – Place your truck about four feet from the hauled vehicle
- Lower the tow bar to the ground and extend it so it leans slightly against the
front wheels of the vehicle to be hauled.
- Install the wheel lift retainers onto the tow bar by placing them on the rear of the
tire and on the outside of the wheels, as indicated in Figure 34.
- 1 See Section 3.9 Tow Bar Procedures for more details.
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Figure 36 – Installation of wheel-lift retainer
- Install the L-arm and retaining pins, as indicated in Figure 37. The wheel-lift
retainers may have to be adjusted to line up properly with the holes for the pins.
Figure 37 – Installation of L-Arm
- Check that the wheel lift does not cause any obstruction as the tow bar is slowly
raised, lifting the hauled vehicle, as indicated in Figure 38.
Figure 38 – Raise the hauled vehicle and check for obstructions
- Raise the vehicle high enough so that it does not touch the ground during
transport. Verify that the tail end of the hauled vehicle does not drag on the
ground.
- Use the tow bar extension to adjust the distance between the truck and the
hauled vehicle. Check that there is enough room between the hauled vehicle and
the truck for turning, as indicated in Figure 39.
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Figure 39 – Leave enough room between the truck and the hauled vehicle for turning
- To secure the hauled vehicle, use the retractable safety chains found in the
centre of the truck. Do not forget to cross chains to ease turning.
- Place one chain under the tow bar and secure it into the provided anchor.
- Reverse the procedure when unloading the vehicle from the wheel-lift.
3.12.5. Using Tow Plates
- The following section outlines the procedure for using tow plates.2
- Install the tow plates onto the T-bar and adjust them according to the width of
the hauled vehicle.
- Back up the truck to the recommended distance (refer to Section 3.12.1) and use
the tow bar’s extension to bring the T-bar close to the hauled vehicle.
- Attach chains to the hauled vehicle’s anchors as recommended by the
manufacturer.
- Insert a chain link from each of the chains into the tow plates and secure them
into the hooks situated at the back of the tow plate.
- When lifting the tow bar, in order to lift the wheels of the hauled vehicle, make
sure that the chains are well-positioned underneath the vehicle, as well as on the
tow plate.
- Use the tow bar extension to adjust the distance between the truck and the
hauled vehicle. Verify that there is enough room between the vehicle and the
truck for turning (see Figure 39).
2 See Section 3.9 Tow Bar Procedures for more details.
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- To secure the hauled vehicle, use the retractable safety chains found on the
centre of the carrier. Do not forget to cross the chains to ease turning.
- Place a security chain under the tow bar and place it in the anchors provided.
- Reverse the procedure when unloading the vehicle from the tow plates.
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3.12.6. Using Swivel Accessories
The following section outlines the procedure for using swivel accessories.3
- Install the accessory supports onto the T-bar and adjust the function to the width
of the hauled vehicle.
- Select the swivel accessory plate that best fits the hauled vehicle and install it in
the accessory support.
- Back up the truck to the recommended distance to the hauled vehicle (see
Section 3.12.1 for more details) and bring the T-bar underneath the axles or
underneath the chassis.
- Lift the hauled vehicle by using the tow bar, making sure that the wheel-lift
accessory plate fits.
- By using adequate blocking devices, secure the axle onto the T-bar.
- Use the tow bar extension to adjust the distance between the truck and the
hauled vehicle. Verify that there is enough room between the hauled vehicle and
the truck when turning (see Figure 39).
- When using a 20,000TB carrier, to secure the vehicle, use the retractable safety
chains found in the centre of the truck. If you are using a 40,000TB, use chains
and anchorages provided on the tow bar. Do not forget to cross chains to ease
turning.
- Place a security chain under the tow bar and place it in the provided anchors.
3.12.7. Using Truck Accessories
- 3 See Section 3.9 for Tow bar Procedures.
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Truck accessories are used in the same way the swivel accessories are used.
3.12.8. Using Bus Bracket Accessories The following outlines the procedure for using Bus Bracket Accessories.4
- Back up the truck to a distance of three to four feet from the hauled vehicle.
- Install the accessory supports onto the T-bar and adjust the function to the width
of the hauled vehicle.
- Place the bracket accessories in the wheel-lift anchors and adjust the length to
the diameter of the hauled vehicle’s wheel. Install pins to keep the bracket in
place.
- Lower the tow bar close to the ground and extend it to lean slightly against the
front wheels of the hauled vehicle.
- Install slide onto the bus adaptor’s arm accessories and tighten behind the
wheels. Install pins to keep in place.
- Verify that the wheel lift does not interfere with any other parts as you slowly
raise the tow bar to lift the hauled vehicle.
- Put belts around the wheels and attach them to the carrier’s rails.
- Tighten belt with tensioner to secure the wheels correctly.
- Lift the vehicle high enough so that it does not touch the ground during
transport. Verify that the tail end of the hauled vehicle does not drag on the
ground.
- Use the tow bar extension to adjust the distance between the truck and the
hauled vehicle. Verify that there is enough room between the vehicle and the
truck when turning (see Figure 39).
- To secure the hauled vehicle, use the retractable safety chains found in the
centre of the truck. Do not forget to cross chains in order to ease turning.
- Place security chains under the tow bar and attach them to the anchors provided.
- Reverse the procedure when unloading the vehicle from the wheel-lift.
- 4 See Section 3.9 for Tow Bar procedures.
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3.12.9. Using the Winch for Recovery The carrier's winch can be used for certain recovery operations; however, note that a NRC carrier is not a wrecker and is not intended for such activity. The following procedure is for using the winch for recovery operations.
- Verify the carrier is in a locked-in position.
- Install the roller-guide at the end of the carrier into the anchor provided.
(Recommended for side and straight recovery operations.)
Figure 40 – Roller-guide (optional)
- Install the retaining pin and hair pin.When on a slippery surface, install the
spades onto the tow bar.
- Use the tow bar to stabilize and slightly raise the truck.
Figure 41 – Use the tow bar to stabilize truck
- Disengage the winch and pass the cable through the roller-guide.
Roller-guide
Spades Stabilizer
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Figure 42 – Side recovery
Recovery operations can be successful only when proper procedures are followed.
Wire cable
Roller-guide
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4. Maintenance
4.1. General Parts Maintenance 1. Inspect and grease cables.
2. Verify the winch oil level and grease.
3. Change the oil filter after the first six months and afterwards yearly.
4. Grease all of the lubrication points. To find all of the areas to be greased see
Section 4.2.
5. Lubricate the slide strips (see Section 4.3) by using grease to increase life
expectancy and reduce friction.
6. Equipment inspection is recommended after use to make sure everything is in
good condition for continued use.
7. Regular maintenance will keep equipment in good condition, saving or delaying
costly repairs.
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4.2. Areas to Grease on All Models
4.2.1. Global Overview of Greasing Areas
Figure 43 – Global overview of greasing areas (model 40,000-TB illustrated)
4.2.2. Tow Bar Head Greasing Area
4 zerts
3 zerts
2 zerts
2 zerts
2 zerts
1 zert
1 zert
2 zerts
Quantity may vary
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Figure 44 - Tow bar head greasing area (40,000-TB illustrated)
4.2.3. Tow Bar Elevation Cylinder Clips Greasing Area
Figure 45 – Tow bar elevation cylinder greasing point
4.2.4. Tow Bar Elevation Cylinder Gears Greasing Area
Figure 46 - Tow bar elevation cylinder gears greasing area (40,000-TB illustrated)
4.2.5. Tow Bar Elevation Cylinder Anchorage Beneath Chassis, Greasing Area
3 zerts
Only for 40 000 lbs
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Figure 47 - Tow bar elevation cylinder anchorage (40,000-TB illustrated)
4.2.6. Elevation Cylinders Underneath Chassis, Greasing Area
Figure 48 - Elevation cylinders underneath chassis, greasing area
4.2.7. In-and-out Cylinders Greasing Area Underneath Chassis
Figure 49 – In-and-out cylinders greasing area underneath chassis
Only for 40 000 lbs
2 zerts
1 zert
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4.2.8. Tow Bar In-and-out Cylinder Greasing Area
Figure 50 - Tow bar in-and-out cylinder greasing area
4.2.9. Tow Bar Anchorage Greasing Area
Figure 51 - Tow bar anchorage greasing area (40,000-TB illustrated)
4.3. Sliding Track for All Models
1 zert
6 zerts (10,000-TB) 6 zerts (20,000-TB) 2 zerts (40,000-TB)
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Figure 52 - Sliding Teflon track
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4.4. Lubricating Chart
Part TYPE OF LUBRICANT Frequency Winch SAE 90EP oil Twice a year
Oil tank AW-22 Level should be 3" lower than the top of oil tank
Zerts Grease Each month Valves Anti-freeze grease Once a year
Teflon slides Grease Twice a year
4.5. Hydraulic Pressure Adjustment The carrier's hydraulic pressure is factory set. A pressure gauge winch is an
available option. To record an exact reading, adjust the engine speed to be
between 600 and 800 RPM for a large engine (more than 270 hp) and
between 600 and 1,000 RPM for a small engine (less than 270 hp). For
Ainsin or Allison transmissions, contact the manufacturer to adjust the PTO
versus the engine speed.
4.6. Tow Bar’s Lock Valve It is normal for the lock valve to make noise while operating, depending on
speed and the weight of your load.
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5.1. Notes
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Operator’s Log I hereby certify that I have read the contents of this manual and I understand that the
instructions are for safety when operating and maintaining a NRC carrier.
Operator’s Name Date