Premier Mfg Wear Gages

Premier Manufacturing Co

Premier Mfg Wear Gages for Pintle Hitches and Couplings

This video demonstrates how Technicians can use Premier Wear Gages to help to ensure that Premier pintle hitches and couplings are safe and in good working condition.

Training Video

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Inspection Steps

  1. Visual Inspection
  2. Function Test
  3. Wear Inspection with Premier Wear Gauge
  4. Routine Maintenance

2200 / 2200L Coupling Inspection and Maintenance

  1. Visually inspect the coupling body and latch components for cracks, impact damage and/or deformation before each and every use. Do NOT use if any of these conditions exist.
  2. Check the gap between the 2072 Latch and the top of the pintle/hook on the coupling body before each and every use. A gap of 3/8” or more means the coupling must be taken out of service and repaired or replaced.
  3. If the wear area on the pintle/hook has worn 20% or more from its original cross section, the coupling is considered out-of-service and must NOT be used.
  4. Lubrication of the latch components must be performed at 90-day intervals or sooner depending on the operating environment. Lubricate the latch components with a spray-type lubricant to evenly coat all rotation points. Rotate each latch component several times to evenly distribute the lubricant.
  5. Remove any excess lubricant with a rag. Do not apply lubricant to the pintle/hook or saddle area of the coupling.
  6. Never weld on any Premier part in order to repair damaged or worn areas. Field and/or shop welds are inadequate and may further weaken the coupling.
  7. WARNING: Other inspection and maintenance procedures are also required prior to the operation of combination vehicles. Consult and follow all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as well as local, state and federal guidelines.

2200EL Coupling Inspection and Maintenance

  1. Visually inspect the coupling body and latch components for cracks, impact damage, and/or deformation before each and every use. Do NOT use if any of these conditions exist.
  2. Check the gap between the 2072EL Latch and the top of the pintle/hook on the coupling body before each and every use. A gap of 3/8” or more means the coupling must be taken out of service and repaired or replaced.
  3. If the wear area on the pintle/hook has worn 20% or more from its original cross-section, the coupling is considered out-of-service and must NOT be used.
  4. Lubrication of the zerk fittings must be performed at 90-day intervals or sooner, depending on the operating environment. Lubricate the zerk fittings with a high quality grease, to evenly coat all rotation points. Rotate each latch component several times to evenly distribute the lubricant.
  5. Remove any excess lubricant with a rag. Do not apply lubricant to the pintle/hook or saddle area of the coupling.
  6. Never weld on any Premier part in order to repair damaged or worn areas. Field and/or shop welds are inadequate and may further weaken the coupling.
  7. WARNING: Other inspection and maintenance procedures are also required prior to the operation of combination vehicles. Consult and follow all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as well as local, state and federal guidelines.