BE-Combi 3500PLUS Betriebsanleitung

BE-Combi Systems

Azewijnseweg 12,

4214 KC Vuren, The Netherlands

+31 345 633 644

www.be-combi.com

USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

MAN TGE BE-Combination

3500PLUS

B53DL & B54DL

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09-2023 V1.1 EN

 
 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 
TABLE OF CONTENTS..............................................................................................................................3
1INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................................4
2USER MANUAL ................................................................................................................................5
2.1 GENERAL........................................................................................................................................5
2.2 MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE PAYLOAD....................................................................................................6
2.3 TACHOGRAPH................................................................................................................................7
2.4 COMMISSIONING............................................................................................................................7
2.5 CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING VEHICLE AND TRAILER................................................................8
2.6 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................ 11 
 Intelligent Braking System (IBS) operation and display .......................................................................11 
 Fifth wheel...........................................................................................................................................13 
 Park and brake valve............................................................................................................................13 
 Semi-trailer parking brake....................................................................................................................14 
 Plug connection terminal.....................................................................................................................15 
 Tail lift controls (optional) ...................................................................................................................16 
 Trailer height controls (optional) .........................................................................................................16 
3MAINTENANCE MANUAL............................................................................................................. 17 
3.1 AIR SYSTEM................................................................................................................................. 17 
3.2 COUPLING CONNECTION ................................................................................................................ 19 
3.3 SEMI-TRAILER AXLE....................................................................................................................... 20 
3.4 BRAKE SYSTEM AND BLEEDING........................................................................................................ 21 
3.5 AIR SUSPENSION........................................................................................................................... 23 
3.6 FUSES......................................................................................................................................... 23 
4MALFUNCTIONS........................................................................................................................... 25 
4.1 CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS................................................................................................................ 25 
4.2 IBS ERROR CODE READOUT ............................................................................................................. 28 
APPENDIX A .......................................................................................................................................... 30 
 
 

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1INTRODUCTION

This user and maintenance manual describes the operations required to couple a 3500PLUS trailer to

its corresponding truck. Furthermore, this manual provides instructions to perform periodic

maintenance on an entire 3500PLUS System, which is equipped with IBS (Intelligent Braking System).

This manual is applicable for the following models:

•B53DL, wheelbase 3640 mm

•B54DL, wheelbase 4490 mm

Follow the instructions at all times, always adhere to general safety and environmental regulations.

Please contact BE-Combi Systems if you have any questions and/or comments.

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2USER MANUAL

2.1 General

Features of a 3500PLUS System:

•The towing vehicle is equipped with a subframe, on which a fifth wheel is mounted.

•The 3500PLUS trailer is coupled to this fifth wheel while the trailer rests entirely on the

subframe.

•Through an air compressor on the vehicle, the trailer is supplied with air for brakes and air

suspension.

•The vehicle and trailer are coupled and secured rigidly, so it is not a hinged structure like a

regular trailer / truck combination.

•Driver must have a BE driver’s licence, either from before 19-01-2013 or after 19-01-2013.

•The speed limit is 80 km/h (locally applicable laws and regulations apply).

•The maximum permissible vehicle / trailer combination is always 7000 kg.

3500PLUS trailer

Air compressor

Subframe

Vehicle

Fifth wheel

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2.2 Maximum permissible payload

The maximum payload for a 3500PLUS System is different for each vehicle/trailer combination. The

example below must be adhered in order to determine the maximum payload.

•Max. gross vehicle / trailer combination weight is always 7000 kg.

•The permissible fifth wheel load is the difference between gross and kerb vehicle weight,

which pushes downwards on the fifth wheel on the vehicle.

•This fifth wheel load is included in the gross trailer weight.

•The kerb weight varies by type of vehicle and trailer. This affects the permissible fifth wheel

load and so maximum payload.

* Use the correct kerb vehicle and trailer weights as specified in the corresponding registration certificate.

Gross vehicle weight 3500kg

Kerb vehicle weight 2400kg* -.

Vehicle fifth wheel load 1100kg

Gross trailer weight 4600kg

Kerb trailer weight 1900kg* - -.

Max payload capacity 2700kg

Max. axle load trailer 3500kg

Vehicle fifth wheel load 1100kg +

Gross trailer weight 4600kg

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2.3 Tachograph

The vehicle combined with a 3500PLUS System is tachograph-compliant. Refer to the tachograph

instruction book for its correct use in conjunction with local applicable laws and regulations. Make sure

the following actions are carried out:

•On first use, insert the company card into the tachograph to link the company to the vehicle.

When doing so, enter the correct registration number of the towed vehicle.

•Before starting each trip, insert the driver card into the tachograph.

•The tachograph and driver's card are legally required to be read out regularly to check driving

and rest periods. In doing so, always follow the local applicable laws and regulations.

2.4 Commissioning

After the new vehicle has been delivered with the 3500PLUS trailer, the entire combination requires a

short running in period. If there are any problems, contact your dealer.

•The vehicle should run in according to the specifications of the manufacturer in the

corresponding owner's manual.

•First 50 km - Check trailer wheel nuts for correct tightening torque of 320Nm and even tyre

wear.

•First 100 km - It is important to brake the 3500PLUS trailer intensively to allow the brake drum

and brake shoe to wear into each other. Keep general road safety in mind.

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2.5 Connecting and disconnecting vehicle and trailer

The correct connecting and disconnecting procedure of vehicle and trailer are shown in detail in an

animation, accessible via the QR code or via the URL link below. The trailer is fit for purpose for the type

of vehicle and not exchangeable with any other type of vehicles.

www.be-combi.com/technical-documentation/videos

CAUTION! Images and animations may vary by type of vehicle and trailer.

•Vehicle and trailer are coupled here

•After docking, always check the following

procedures

•After coupling the vehicle and trailer, check

the removal of the left and right trailer support

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•After coupling, check whether the left and

right guide pins behind the vehicle cab are

correctly positioned in their guide rails

•Check that the fifth wheel lever on the

passenger side is fully retracted and secured

by the locking lever

•Check the left and right rear of the trailer for

correct positioning of hook clamps

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•Visually inspect the left and right trailer

wheels and wheel nuts for any damage or

incorrect mounting

•Visually check the left and right air bellows

and shock absorbers for cracks or leaks

•Check if the trailer parking brake is released,

operated by the spindle on the driver's side

•Check if all plugs are connected to the driver

or passenger side terminal board (depending

on model)

oDuomatic

o13-pin plug

oEBS plug

oTailgate Harrisson plug (optional)

oHeight control plug (optional)

oRear view camera (optional)

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