Section R714-162-10 - Coupling Devices(1) When examining a fifth wheel coupling device, the inspector shall: (a) check the mounting to frame; and (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:(A) a fastener is missing or ineffective;(B) any movement between mounting components is detected; or(C) a mounting angle iron is cracked or broken;(b) check mounting plates and pivot brackets; and (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:(A) a fastener is missing or ineffective;(B) any cracks in welds or parent metal are detected;(C) more than 3/8 inch horizontal movement between the pivot bracket pin and bracket exists; or(D) a pivot bracket pin is missing or not secured;(c) check sliders; and (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:(A) a latching fastener is missing or ineffective;(B) a fore or aft stop is missing or is not securely attached;(C) there is any movement more than 3/8 inch between the slider bracket and slider base; or(D) a slider component is cracked in the parent metal or weld;(d) check the lower coupler; and (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:(A) horizontal movement between the upper and lower fifth wheel halves exceeds 1/2 inch;(B) the operating handle is not in a closed or locked position;(C) the kingpin is not properly engaged;(D) separation between upper and lower coupler allows light to show through from side to side;(E) a crack is detected in the fifth wheel plate, unless it is a crack in the fifth wheel approach ramps or a casting shrinkage crack in the ribs of the body of a cast fifth wheel; or(F) a locking mechanism part is missing, broken, or deformed to the extent the kingpin is not securely held.(2) When examining a pintle hooks coupling device, the inspector shall:(a) check the pintle hooks for proper mounting to the frame; and (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:(A) there is a missing or ineffective fastener, except a fastener is not considered missing if there is an empty hole in the device but no corresponding hole in the frame or vice versa;(B) a mounting surface crack extends from point of attachment;(C) a pintle hook is loosely mounted;(D) the frame cross member providing the pintle hook attachment is cracked;(E) a crack is discovered anywhere in the pintle hook assembly;(F) any welded repairs have been made to the pintle hook;(G) any part of the horn section has been reduced by more than 20%; or(H) the pintle hook latch is not secure.(3) When examining a drawbar or tow-bar eye coupling device, the inspector shall:(a) check the drawbar or tow-bar eye for proper mounting; and (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:(A) a crack in an attachment weld is present;(B) a missing or ineffective fastener is present;(C) a crack is present; or(D) any part of the eye is reduced by more than 20%.(4) When examining a drawbar or tow-bar tongue coupling device, the inspector shall: (a) check the drawbar or tow-bar tongue on a power or manual slider for proper operation; and (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:(A) the latching mechanism is ineffective or disconnected;(B) a stop is missing or ineffective;(C) there is movement of more than 1/4 inch between the slider and housing; or(D) there is a leak, other than normal oil weeping around the hydraulic seals, including air, hydraulic cylinders, hoses, or chambers; and(b) check for cracks and movement of 1/4 inch between the slider and housing; and(i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:(A) a crack is discovered; or(B) there is movement of 1/4 inch or more between sub-frame and drawbar at point of attachment.(5) When examining all coupling safety devices, the inspector shall:(a) check for: (i) missing safety devices such as chains, metal wire, and rope;(ii) safety devices that are unattached or incapable of secure attachment;(iii) worn chains and hooks; and(iv) kinked or broken cable strands and improper clamps or clamping;(b) issue a rejection inspection certificate when: (i) a safety device is missing;(ii) a safety device is unattached;(iii) a safety device is incapable of secure attachment;(iv) a chain and hook are worn to the extent of a measurable reduction in link cross section;(v) improper repairs are evident such as welding, wire, small bolts, rope, or tape;(vi) a cable is kinked or has broken cable strands; or(vii) a cable has improper clamps or clamping; and(c) check the saddle-mounts for the method of attachment; and(i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:(A) a fastener is missing or ineffective;(C) a stress or load bearing member is cracked or broken; or(D) horizontal movement between upper and lower saddle-mounts exceeds 1/4 inch.Utah Admin. Code R714-162-10
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2017-15, effective 7/18/2017