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MAFI Trac
MT 32 / 36
Series G
Production no.: 3321128
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  • Page 1 MAFI Trac MT 32 / 36 Series G Production no.: 3321128 … get it rolling...
  • Page 2 Any use or change made outside the strict limitations of the copyright law without the consent of MAFI-Transport-Systeme GmbH is not permitted and is punishable by law. This particularly applies to reproductions, translations, microfilming, and the storage and processing in electronic systems.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Other dangers ..............18 Qualifications of the operating personnel ......20 Personal safety gear ............21 Warning signs on the MAFI Trac <Sattel> ......22 YOUR MAFI TRAC ............ 25 Product description <Sattel> ..........26 Exterior view <Sattel> ............27 Interior view ................
  • Page 4 Winter operation ............... 120 Care ................. 121 TRANSPORT ............123 Loading onto a flatbed trailer ..........124 Loading with a crane ............125 SELF-HELP ..............127 Electrical system .............. 128 Fifth wheel coupling <Sattel> ........... 129 Starting aid <optional> ............. 130 Indicators on the multi-function display ......131 Towing ................

  • Page 5: Vehicle Identification

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION Vehicle identification plate Production number Maintenance manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 6: Vehicle Identification Plate

    Fig. 1: Mounting location The vehicle identification plate is mounted at the right of the MAFI Trac, below the connection column (in the case of right- hand drive vehicles, it is mounted on the left). Fig. 2: Vehicle identification plate...

  • Page 7: Production Number

    Production number The production number identifies your MAFI Trac. It is stamped on the vehicle identification plate. The production number of your MAFI Trac is: 3 3 2 1 1 2 8 production number S p e c i f y t h e i n a l l w r i t t e n c o m mu n i c a - t i o n w i t h M A F I .
  • Page 8 Maintenance manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 9: User Instructions

    USER INSTRUCTIONS Regarding this operating manual Content overview Warranty/liability Safety instructions Graphical aids Symbols Terms Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 10: Regarding This Operating Manual

    Regarding this operating manual Regarding this operating manual General information This operating manual (OM) is a component of the MAFI Trac. In the following the MAFI Trac is abbreviated to MT. It informs you of the proper operation and intended use of the MT.

  • Page 11: Content Overview

    Safety In this chapter you will find information on safety. You will learn about remaining risks. Your MAFI Trac In this chapter you will find an overview of your MT. Control elements In this chapter you will find information on operating the con- trols.

  • Page 12: Warranty/Liability

    USER INSTRUCTIONS Warranty/liability Warranty/liability The “General sales terms and delivery conditions” of MAFI-Transport-Systeme GmbH always apply. MAFI rules out warrantee and liability claims for personal injury and material damage when they result from the following: inappropriate use of the MT (see “Intended use <Sattel>”...

  • Page 13: Safety Instructions

    USER INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions Safety instructions The warning signs in this operating manual are in a systematic order depending on the severity of the danger and the proba- bility of their occurring. D A N G E R ! L i f e t h r e a t e n i n g ! A s y m b o l t o g e t h e r w i t h t h e wo r d “...

  • Page 14: Graphical Aids

    USER INSTRUCTIONS Graphical aids Graphical aids You will find the following graphical aids in this operating manual. Instructions/activities The preceding symbol draws your attention to a task to be preformed. Several symbols draw your attention to a sequence of tasks. The preceding symbol marks the result of a task that had been carried out.

  • Page 15: Symbols

    USER INSTRUCTIONS Symbols Symbols Important and especially useful information are emphasised so that they can be registered quickly. Warning This symbol marks safety instructions that must definitely be observed. A detailed description of the safety instructions can be found in the section “Safety instructions”...

  • Page 16: Terms

    Terms Term/abbreviation Explanation < Smaller than, lower > Larger than, more 4 x 2 MT with rear-wheel drive 4 x 4 MT with all-wheel drive Rear axle Coolant Mixture of water and anti-freeze/ corrosion protection agent, for cooling the engine Front axle Transfer box Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 17: Safety

    SAFETY General information Intended use <Sattel> Other dangers Qualifications of the operating personnel Personal safety gear Warning signs on the MAFI Trac <Sattel> Maintenance manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 18: General Information

    SAFETY General information General information The safety chapter contains basic safety instructions and worker's protection regulations on handling the MT. Observing all instructions given in this chapter is a basic pre- requisite for safe handling and fault-free operation of the MT. In addition you will find further safety instructions in other chapters of this maintenance manual that also must be closely observed.

  • Page 19: Intended Use

    Refittings, attachments, and retrofittings on the MT may only be done upon consultation with MAFI. Spare parts, ancillary attachments, extra installations, and accessory components have to be authorised by MAFI before use. Inappropriate use Transporting extra persons on the MT or in the driver's cab.

  • Page 20: Other Dangers

    The MT has been constructed according to state-of-the-art technology and acknowledged safety regulations. Neverthe- less when it is used there may be danger for life and limb of the user or other persons or damage to the MAFI Trac or other property. Therefore operate the MT only: When it is in faultless condition.
  • Page 21 SAFETY Other dangers Shunting D A N G E R ! D a n g e r o f i n j u r y ! Pe o p l e c a n b e s eve r e l y i n j u r e d by b e i n g c r u s h e d d u r i n g s h u n t i n g .

  • Page 22: Qualifications Of The Operating Personnel

    SAFETY Qualifications of the operating personnel Qualifications of the operating personnel The owner is responsible for making sure that the employed personnel possess the necessary qualifications for the respective tasks. The MT may be operated only by trained, qualified personnel authorised by the owner. Personnel undergoing training and instruction may operate the MT only under the supervision of an experienced person.

  • Page 23: Personal Safety Gear

    SAFETY Personal safety gear Personal safety gear Work gloves Wear work gloves when working on the MT. You reduce the risk of cut injuries and crushing of hands and fingers by wear- ing work gloves. Safety boots Wear safety boots while working on the MT. You reduce the risk of crushing of feet and toes by wearing safety boots.

  • Page 24: Warning Signs On The Mafi Trac

    SAFETY Warning signs on the MAFI Trac <Sattel> Warning signs on the MAFI Trac <Sattel> Warning signs are attached at different locations on the vehicle. These warning signs are part of the maintenance manual. Ensure the legibility of the signs at all times.
  • Page 25 SAFETY Warning signs on the MAFI Trac <Sattel> Fig. 2: Positions of warning signs, part 2 <DC> 1 Warning sign “Articulated shaft” 2 Warning sign “Belt drive” 3 Warning sign “Coolant” 4 Warning sign “Electric voltage” 5 Warning sign “Wheels and tyres”...
  • Page 26 SAFETY Warning signs on the MAFI Trac <Sattel> Fig. 3: Positions of warning signs, part 3 <DC> 1 Warning sign “Fifth wheel” 2 Warning sign “Cabin tilt” 3 Warning sign “Cabin support” 4 Warning sign “Cabin lowering” 5 Warning sign “Battery”...

  • Page 27: Your Mafi Trac

    YOUR MAFI TRAC Product description <Sattel> Exterior view <Sattel> Interior view Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 28: Product Description

    YOUR MAFI TRAC Product description <Sattel> Product description <Sattel> The MT is an industrial truck with fifth wheel coupling. It is designed for the special usage requirements in RoRo traffic, Terminal traffic in ports, Shipping, postal, and railway terminals, Loading cargo cars from semi-trailers, Industrial use with the Cargotrailer system, lift trucks, and semi-trailers.

  • Page 29: Exterior View

    YOUR MAFI TRAC Exterior view <Sattel> Exterior view <Sattel> Fig. 1: Side view from driver's side <DC> 1 Rear cabin door 2 Service door 3 Front sling points 4 Cover of pneumatics compartment 5 Pneumatics compartment 6 Hand pump for lifting/lowering the driver's cab...
  • Page 30 YOUR MAFI TRAC Exterior view <Sattel> Fig. 2: View of right side <DC> 1 Rear operational spotlight 2 Warning beacon 3 Exterior rear view mirror 4 Motor flap 5 Maintenance area 6 Coolant equilising reservoir 7 Exhaust muffler 8 Connection column (compressed air and electrical connections)

  • Page 31: Interior View

    YOUR MAFI TRAC Interior view Interior view Fig. 3: Interior view 1 Pedals 2 Instrument panel 3 Door instrument panel 4 Radio console 5 Central electric box Operating manual MT 32 / 36...
  • Page 32 Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 33: Control Elements

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Opening and closing Seating Steering wheel Mirror/door instrument panel Pedals <1 Bremspedal> Heating/ventilation/air conditioning Exterior lighting Interior lighting Instrument panel Radio console Multi-function display Vehicle electrical system Practical features Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 34: Opening And Closing

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Opening and closing Opening and closing The MT comes with two keys, with which you can open all locks on your Trac. Locking/unlocking the doors Fig. 1: Cabin door on driver's side 1 Unlock 2 Lock Fig. 2: Rear cabin door 1 Unlock 2 Lock...
  • Page 35 CONTROL ELEMENTS Opening and closing Opening the door from the inside Push door handle downwards. Push open the door. Close the door from the inside Push door handle downwards slightly. Pull the door shut. Cabin door rear (electric-pneumatic) <optional><3321101> A red and a green button are mounted each on the inside and outside of the cabin door.
  • Page 36 CONTROL ELEMENTS Opening and closing Closing the door from the outside Press the red button 2. Press the red button until the door latches in. The door is closed. Fig. 6: Inside door opener 1 Open 2 Close Opening the door from the inside Press the green button 1.
  • Page 37 CONTROL ELEMENTS Opening and closing Open/Close rear cabin door (electric-pneumatic) <optional><3321101> The rocker switch is installed in the instrument panel. Fig. 7: Rocker switch 1 Open 2 Close W A R N I N G ! D a n g e r o f c r u s h i n g ! W h e n c l o si n g t h e r e a r c a b in d o o r t h e r e i s a s i g n i f i c a n t d a n g e r o f c r u sh in g fo r f i n g e r, a r m a n d n e ck .
  • Page 38 CONTROL ELEMENTS Opening and closing Window on the driver's side (mechanical) Fig. 8: Window on the driver's side Open Press both catches at the same time. Slide the window downwards. Close Press both catches at the same time. Slide the window upwards until it catches. T h e w i n d ow l o ck s by i t s e l f w h e n yo u c l o s e i t c o m p l e t e l y a n d t h e n c a n n o t b e o p e n e d f r o m t h e o u t s i d e.
  • Page 39 CONTROL ELEMENTS Opening and closing The window remains in its current position. Right window Fig. 10: Right window Open Press the window handle together. Slide the window open. Close Press the window handle together. Slide the window closed until it catches. T h e w i n d ow l o ck s by it s e lf w h e n yo u c lo s e i t c o m p le t e l y a n d t h e n c a n n o t b e o p e n e d f r o m t h e o u t s i d e.

  • Page 40: Seating

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Seating Seating Seat adjustment T h e s e a t s u s p e n s i o n i s a d j u s t e d m a nu a ll y by a s e t t i n g k n o b i n t h e s t a n d a r d m o d e l o r a u t o m a t i c a l l y by a i r s u s p e n s i o n .
  • Page 41 CONTROL ELEMENTS Seating The seat is locked in position. Angle adjustment of back rest The angle of the back rest can be adjusted by means of lever 5. Lift lever 5. The back rest's catch is released. Adjust the back rest's angle. Release lever 5.
  • Page 42 CONTROL ELEMENTS Seating Seat belt <optional> D A N G E R ! D a n g e r o f i n j u r y ! A s e a t b e l t t h a t i s n o t w o r n , n o t wo r n p r o p e r l y, o r n o t p r o p e r l y l a t c h e d c a n n o t f u l f i l i t s s a fe t y f u n c t i o n .

  • Page 43: Steering Wheel

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Steering wheel Steering wheel Fig. 13: Warning sign “Steering” W A R N I N G ! A c c i d e n t h a z a r d ! W h e n t h e e n g i n e i s o f f o r t h e hy d ra u l i c s a r e d e fe c t i ve, t h e s t e e r in g e f fo r t i n c r e a s e s.
  • Page 44 CONTROL ELEMENTS Steering wheel Fig. 15: Function indicator 1 Left 2 Trailer 3 Right Activating the turn indicator Press the combination switch in the direction of the arrow 2 or 5. The respective function indicator on the multi-function display flashes. T h e c o m b i n a t i o n sw i t c h r e m a i n s i n i t s p o s i t i o n a f t e r t h e t u r n h a s b e e n m a d e.
  • Page 45 CONTROL ELEMENTS Steering wheel High beam/dipped beam Fig. 16: High/dipped beam indicator 1 Dipped beam 2 High beam Switch on the headlight (see “Headlight” on page 52). If the combination switch is in basic position, then dipped beam is switched on. The indicator 1 (yellow) lights up on the multi-function display.

  • Page 46: Mirror/Door Instrument Panel

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Mirror/door instrument panel Mirror/door instrument panel Exterior rear-view mirror (electrical) <optional> The mirror that is out of reach can be adjusted electrically. The control unit is located in the instrument panel above the driver's door. Fig. 17: Rear-view mirror controller 1 Rear-view mirror upwards 2 Rear-view mirror inwards 3 Rear-view mirror downwards...

  • Page 47: Pedals <1 Bremspedal

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Pedals <1 Bremspedal> Pedals <1 Bremspedal> Fig. 20: Pedal unit 1 Accelerator 2 Brake pedal D A N G E R ! A c c i d e n t h a z a r d ! L o o s e o b j e c t s i n t h e c a b i n c a n blo ck t h e p e d a l s. T h i s c a n c a u s e yo u t o l o s e c o n t r o l o f t h e M T a n d c o u l d l e a d t o a c c i d e n t s.

  • Page 48: Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Heating/ventilation/air conditioning Heating/ventilation/air conditioning Control elements <in Radiokonsole> The control unit for heating and ventilation is installed in the radio instrument panel. Fig. 21: Operation 1 Blower switch 2 Temperature regulator The amount of air can be regulated by means of the blower switch 1.
  • Page 49 CONTROL ELEMENTS Heating/ventilation/air conditioning Air flow for the driver's cab Several air inlet and outlet nozzles are available for ventilating the driver's cab. You can use these nozzles to defrost the win- dows and to ventilate the interior. Some nozzles can be set manually and thus change the direction of the airflow.
  • Page 50 CONTROL ELEMENTS Heating/ventilation/air conditioning Fig. 25: Adjusting the airflow 1 Main outlet nozzles 2 Drum-type outlet nozzles Adjusting the airflow direction Swivel the outlet nozzles or the fins of the drum-type outlet nozzles in the desired direction. Notes on the optimal setting To defrost the windows keep the main outlet nozzles closed.
  • Page 51 CONTROL ELEMENTS Heating/ventilation/air conditioning Air conditioning unit <optional> <Klimaanlage manuell> Fig. 26: Air flow of the air conditioning unit 1 Outlet nozzle 2 Circulation air intake Fig. 27: Operating the air conditioning unit Setting the cooling/ventilation Turn the blower switch in the direction of arrow 2. Level “3”...
  • Page 52 CONTROL ELEMENTS Heating/ventilation/air conditioning Air conditioning unit <optional><Klimaautomatik> Fig. 28: Air conditioning unit C o n s u l t t h e m a nu fa c t u r e r ' s i n s t r u c t i o n m a nu a l fo r i n fo r m a t i o n o n h ow t o o p e ra t e t h e a i r c o n d i t i o n in g u n i t .
  • Page 53 CONTROL ELEMENTS Heating/ventilation/air conditioning External motor preheater/cabin heater <optional> Fig. 31: Connections D A N G E R ! H i g h v o l t a g e ! D e fe c t i ve s o cke t s a n d ca ble s c a n c a u s e s e r io u s i n ju r y d u e t o e l e c t r i c s h o ck .

  • Page 54: Exterior Lighting

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Exterior lighting Exterior lighting Headlight Use the 2-stage switch to switch on the headlight or parking light. It is installed in the instrument panel. W A R N I N G ! A c c i d e n t h a z a r d ! A c c i d e n t s m ay o c c u r w h e n o n c o m i n g t ra f f i c i s bli n d e d by t h e g l a r e o f a h i g h - b e a m h e a d l i g h t .
  • Page 55 CONTROL ELEMENTS Exterior lighting Hazard lights The switch for the hazard lights is installed in the instrument panel. S w i t c h t h e h a z a r d l i g h t s o n w h e n eve r yo u h ave t o s t o p i n a n e m e r g e n c y.
  • Page 56 CONTROL ELEMENTS Exterior lighting Operational spotlight (rear) The switch is installed in the instrument panel. U s e t h e r e a r o p e ra t i o n a l s p o t l i g h t w h e n wo r k i n g i n t h e d a r k .
  • Page 57 CONTROL ELEMENTS Exterior lighting Operational spotlight (front) <optional> The switch is located in the instrument panel above the driver's door. Fig. 38: “Operational spotlight” switch Switching on the operational spotlight Press the switch. The operational spotlight is switched on. Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 58: Interior Lighting

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Interior lighting Interior lighting There are two interior lamps and a reading lamp in the driver's cab. One interior lamp is located in the door instrument panel. The second interior lamp is installed in combination with the reading lamp of the radio console. Door instrument panel Fig.

  • Page 59: Instrument Panel

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Instrument panel <Sattel> Overview 11-C30-067-104A-14 Fig. 41: Sitzkonsole 1 Gear shift lever for transmission 2 Control elements 3 Combination lever 4 Steering wheel 5 Transmission display 6 Multi-function display 7 Joystick for fifth wheel/Trestle/Air suspension 8 Close/Open button in the rear cabin door 9 Parking brake button 10 Ignition 11 Driver's seat...
  • Page 60 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Ignition <Volvo/DC> The ignition lock is used to switch the ignition on/off and start/stop the engine. Fig. 42: Ignition Switch positions of the ignition lock: OFF (All electrical loads are off, ignition key can be withdrawn). MT ready for operation (ignition is on, electrical loads such as radio and two-way radio are on).
  • Page 61 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Red “Engine malfunction” warning light<DC> Fig. 45: “Engine malfunction” warning light The red warning light should go off once the motor is started. If the red warning light does not go out or it lights up while the engine is running, then there is a serious motor malfunction.
  • Page 62 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Parking brake Fig. 47: “Parking brake” switch Engaging the parking brake Press the switch down. The function indicator on the multi-function display illumi- nates. The parking brake is engaged. Releasing the parking brake Press the switch up. The function indicator on the multi-function display goes out.
  • Page 63 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Front windscreen wiper Front windscreen You can set the front windscreen wiper to two different speeds with switch 1. Using the combination switch 2 you can operate the front windscreen wiper in intermittent mode, and operate the washer unit.
  • Page 64 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Rear windscreen wiper You set the rear windscreen wiper to two different speeds with switch 1. Using the switch 2 you can operate the washer unit. Fig. 49: Control elements 1 “Rear door windscreen wiper” switch 2 “Windscreen washer”...
  • Page 65 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Unlocking the swivel seat <optional><Drehsitz> You can only unlock the swivel seat when the MT is motionless. After the swivel seat has been unlocked it can be turned into two positions by the combination button: For entering or exiting, the swivel seat can be turned to the intermediate position of about 1/2.
  • Page 66 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Rear axle differential lock <bei Fahrt schaltbar> The switchable rear axle differential lock increases the traction of the MT. You can also use the switchable rear axle differential lock when starting off on a slippery surface. Yo u c a n sw i t c h o n t h e r e a r a x l e d i f fe r e n t i a l l o ck w h i l e yo u a r e s t i l l d r i v i n g .
  • Page 67 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Rear axle differential lock <Stillstand schalten> The switchable rear axle differential lock increases the traction of the MT. You can also use the switchable rear axle differential lock when starting off on a slippery surface. Fig. 52: Rear axle differential lock 1 “Rear axle differential lock”...
  • Page 68 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Four-wheel drive (switchable) <Fahrt schaltbar> With the “switchable four-wheel-drive”, a “rigid” connection between the front and rear axles is achieved, by engaging the front wheel drive. You can use the switchable four-wheel drive to increase the traction on slippery ground. Yo u c a n sw i t c h o n t h e fo u r - wh e e l d r i ve eve n w h i l e yo u a r e d r i v i n g .
  • Page 69 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Switching on the four-wheel drive for a short while, with automatic switch-off The four-wheel drive automatically switches off when the 5th gear is reached. As long as the transmission does not go to 5th gear, the four-wheel drive remains on. To switch it on, press switch 1 down.
  • Page 70 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Fig. 55: “Air suspension” switch Lowering the frame of the MT Press the switch and hold it down. The frame lowers. After the switch is released, the air suspension bellows inflates again and the frame rises back to the normal level. 11-C30-067-95A-4 Releasing the fifth wheel coupling <Sattel>...
  • Page 71 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Joystick fifth wheel/trestle/air suspension<optional> <3321128> With the joystick, you can lift and lower the fifth wheel and anchor or release the trestle on the floor by twist locks. You can vent the air suspension bellows with the button of the joystick.
  • Page 72 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Releasing the fifth wheel coupling of the tres- tle<optional> <3321128> Release the fifth wheel coupling of the trestle with the two buttons. Fig. 58: Unlocking the trestle fifth wheel coupling Unlocking the trestle fifth wheel coupling Press both switches simultaneously 1 at the same time.
  • Page 73 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Gear shift lever for transmission <Drehwendels- chalter> The setting of the driving direction and the selection of the driving program can be done with the gear shift lever. C A U T I O N ! M a t e r i a l d a m a g e s ! O p e ra t i n g e r r o r s c a n d a m a g e yo u r M T.
  • Page 74 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Fig. 60: Operation 1 “Forwards” driving direction 2 “Reverse” driving direction 3 Higher driving program 4 Lower driving program Yo u c a n n o t s e l e c t a d r i ve p r o gra m w h e n t h e sw i ve l s e a t i s n o t l a t c h e d p r o p e r l y, t h e g e a r s t i ck i s l o cke d i n n e u - t ra l p o s i t i o n o r th e p a r k i n g b ra ke h a s n o t b e e n r e le ased .
  • Page 75 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Display Explanation Remark Emergency gear, forward Emergency gear, reverse No gear Clutch locked No gear Clutch locked Flashing; forward driving Caution! Gear engages when direction selected, turbine turbine speed lowers. speed too high. Flashing; reverse driving Caution! Gear engages when direction selected, turbine turbine speed lowers.
  • Page 76 CONTROL ELEMENTS Instrument panel Display Warning Remark High input torque (load) High output torque (load) Forward or reverse driving direction Set transmission to selected although parking brake is neutral until the park- ing brake is released. Caution: MT starts driving after the park- ing brake is released! No communication with the display possible.

  • Page 77: Radio Console

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Radio console Radio console Radio <optional> Fig. 64: Audio system C o n s u lt t h e m a nu fa c t u r e r ' s i n s t r u c t i o n m a nu a l fo r i n fo r m a t i o n o n h ow t o o p e ra t e t h e a u d i o s y s t e m .

  • Page 78: Multi-Function Display

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Multi-function display Multi-function display Overview Fig. 65: Multi-function display 1 Control and warning indicators 2 Illuminated LCD 3 Combinations of buttons and warning indicators Operating manual MT 32 / 36...
  • Page 79 CONTROL ELEMENTS Multi-function display Normal display Fig. 66: Normal display 1 Engine coolant temperature 2 Transmission pressure 3 Fuel gauge 4 Engine speed 5 Driving speed After being switched on, the multi-function display conducts a self-test in 2 phases. Phase 1 All function indicators illuminate.
  • Page 80 CONTROL ELEMENTS Multi-function display Pressure display Fig. 67: Pressure display 1 “Oil pressure” button 2 “Air pressure” button 3 “Pressure” indicator Press button 1 and 2 to display the pressures listed below. All pressures are shown in bar. Button 1: Engine oil pressure Transmission oil pressure Button 2:...
  • Page 81 CONTROL ELEMENTS Multi-function display Selecting the reserve pressure indicator Press button 2. The reserve pressure for the rear axle (circuit 1) appears on the LCD display. Press button 2 several times so that you can view the air reserve pressures of the front axle (circuit 2) and the park- ing brake (circuit 3) as well as the transmission oil pressure (basic position).
  • Page 82 CONTROL ELEMENTS Multi-function display Temperature display After the ignition is switched on, the engine coolant tempera- ture is displayed by default. Deviations from the nominal spec- ifications that damage the MT are indicated by an LED in the button, see “Indicators on the multi-function display” on page 131.
  • Page 83 Press button 1 several times to view the operating hours remaining till the next service as well as MAFI's customer service number in Germany. T h e s e l e c t e d i n d ic a t o r r e m a i n s a c t i ve u n ti l yo u sw i t c h t o a n ew i n d ic a t o r o r sw i t c h o f f t h e i g n i t i o n .
  • Page 84 CONTROL ELEMENTS Multi-function display LCD display Fig. 71: LCD display 1 Rpm gauge 2 Fuel gauge Rpm gauge The current engine speed can be read as rotations per minute, at bar diagram 1. Fuel gauge The current fuel supply can be read from bar diagram 2. Control indicators Fig.
  • Page 85 CONTROL ELEMENTS Multi-function display Warning indicators Fig. 73: Warning indicators 1 Intake air filter is dirty 2 Transmission fault 3 Return filter for the hydraulic oil is dirty 4 Parking brake The warning indicators notify you about conditions that should not be ignored, otherwise damage to the MT can occur.

  • Page 86: Vehicle Electrical System

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Vehicle electrical system Vehicle electrical system Main battery switch The main battery switch is at the entrance on the left side of the vehicle. The main battery switch breaks the electrical con- nection between the vehicle battery and the electrical loads. C A U T I O N ! M a t e r i a l d a m a g e s ! Tu r n i n g o f f t h e m a i n b a t t e r y sw i t c h c a n d a m a g e t h e...
  • Page 87 CONTROL ELEMENTS Vehicle electrical system Vehicle fuses Fig. 75: Central electric box 1 Lid latch 2 Grip 3 Lock The vehicle electrical fuses are at the right (left) of the operator in a compartment. The exact layout can be read from the supplied circuit diagram.

  • Page 88: Practical Features

    CONTROL ELEMENTS Practical features Practical features Storage Fig. 77: Storage net A storage net is located on the inside of the driver's door. You can use the net to store loose items. Ashtray The ashtray is located on the inside of the driver's door. Fig.
  • Page 89 CONTROL ELEMENTS Practical features Sun screen Fig. 80: Sun screen Pull the sun screen out by the strap. Hook it to the hook. Sun visors Fig. 81: Sun visors The sun visors protect you from being blinded by glare during driving.
  • Page 90 CONTROL ELEMENTS Practical features Shut-off cocks, brake spiral hoses <optional> With the shut-off cocks, you close off the air connections of the brake spiral hoses. You thereby avoid loss of air in the compressed air system, caused by uncoupling the brake spiral hoses from the air connections on the connection console.

  • Page 91: Operation

    OPERATION Starting check Inspection work Starting the engine Gear shifting <mit Betriebsartwahl> Driving instructions Turning off the engine Fifth wheel coupling <Eurohitch><Sattel> Operation with trestle<optional><3321128> Gooseneck <optional><Sattel> Towing and shunting coupling Winter operation Care Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 92: Starting Check

    OPERATION Starting check Starting check To maintain the value and usability of the MT, as well as a safe work environment, it is important to inspect the system com- prehensively. Several inspections are described below. W A R N I N G ! D a n g e r o f i n j u r y ! N e g l e c t e d o r i n s u f f i c i e n t i n s p e c t i o n s c a n l e a d t o c o n s i d e ra bl e p e r s o n a l i n j u r y.
  • Page 93 OPERATION Starting check Checking the tightening torques of the wheel nuts W A R N I N G ! A c c i d e n t h a z a r d ! B e fo r e i n i t i a l o p e ra t i o n o r a f t e r a w h e e l c h a n g e, t h e w h e e l nu t s c a n l o o s e n b e c a u s e o f m a t e r ia l s e t t l i n g a n d l e a d t o s e r i o u s a c c i d e n t s w i t h p e r s o n a l i n j u r ie s.
  • Page 94 OPERATION Starting check Daily checks before starting the engine Carry out the following checks on the MT each day before driving. Check for external signs of damage and irregularities. Inspection Note Main battery switch Page 93 Lighting system Page 93 Loss of fluids Page 93 Hydraulic oil level...

  • Page 95: Inspection Work

    OPERATION Inspection work Inspection work Main battery switch The main battery switch is located at the entry area on the left side of the vehicle. The main battery switch breaks the electri- cal connection between the vehicle battery and the electrical loads.
  • Page 96 OPERATION Inspection work Transmission oil level W A R N I N G ! A c c i d e n t h a z a r d ! T h e M T c a n b e g i n t o r o l l w h i l e t h e e n g i n e i s r u n n i n g a n d c a u s e s e r io u s p hy s i c a l i n j u r y t o a ny p e r s o n s i n t h e v i c i n i t y.
  • Page 97 OPERATION Inspection work Hydraulic oil level The hydraulic oil tank is located on the vehicle's right side. To check the oil level you need to lower the fifth wheel completely. Fig. 5: Oil viewing window Check the oil level at the oil viewing window. The oil level should lie between the “MIN”...
  • Page 98 OPERATION Inspection work W A R N I N G ! D a n g e r o f p o i s o n i n g ! T h e c o o l a n t m ay b e p o i s o n o u s i f swa l l owe d . N eve r swa ll ow co o l a n t .
  • Page 99 OPERATION Inspection work Engine oil level C A U T I O N ! E n g i n e d a m a g e ! A n o i l l eve l t h a t i s t o o h i g h o r t o o l ow c a n d a m a g e t h e eng in e.
  • Page 100 OPERATION Inspection work Windscreen washer water level The tank of windscreen washer is located in the maintenance area beneath the engine door. Fig. 10: Windscreen washer tank Check that there is enough washer water in the tank. Refill with water if necessary. I f t h e r e i s a p o s s i b il i t y t h a t t h e t e m p e ra t u r e m ig h t d r o p t o f r e e z i n g t e m p e ra t u r e s, a d d a n t i - f r e e ze to t h e wa s h e r wa t e r to ke e p t h e wa t e r f r o m f r e e z i n g .
  • Page 101 OPERATION Inspection work Central lubrication <optional> The reserve tank of the central lubrication is located on the right side of the vehicle below the connection column. The central lubrication system automatically feeds all lubricat- ing points on non-rotating components at definite intervals. Fig.
  • Page 102 OPERATION Inspection work Intake openings for fresh and circulation air Fig. 13: Pollen filter for fresh air intake Unscrew the cover of the intake for the ventilator and take out the pollen filter. Check the pollen filter for signs of soiling and clean or replace it as required.

  • Page 103: Starting The Engine

    OPERATION Starting the engine Starting the engine Depending on the type of engine and the ambient tempera- tures, various start procedures are possible. C A U T I O N ! M a t e r i a l d a m a g e ! I f yo u t r y t o s t a r t t h e e n g i n e t o o m a ny t i m e s w i t h i n a s h o r t p e r io d , yo u m i g h t d a m a g e t h e s t a r t e r a n d t h e b a t t e r y.
  • Page 104 OPERATION Starting the engine Starting the engine Make sure that the transmission is shifted to the “Neutral” posi- tion. Turn the ignition key to the II position. The suction air preheater is activated. The engine is equipped with an electrical intake air pre- heater.

  • Page 105: Gear Shifting

    OPERATION Gear shifting <mit Betriebsartwahl> Gear shifting <mit Betriebsartwahl> The MT has an automatic torque converter transmission. The torque converter transmission enables gear shifting without interrupting the tractive power. Fig. 17: Operating mode switch You use the operating mode switch to set the vehicle to operate automatically or manually.
  • Page 106 OPERATION Gear shifting <mit Betriebsartwahl> C A U T I O N ! M a t e r i a l d a m a g e ! O p e ra t i n g e r r o r s c a n d a m a g e yo u r M T. O n l y e n g a g e t h e p a r k i n g b ra ke w h e n t h e M T i s s t a n d in g s t i ll .
  • Page 107 OPERATION Gear shifting <mit Betriebsartwahl> Reverse drive warning equipment – optional When you shift into reverse gear, a warning signal can be heard. Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 108: Driving Instructions

    OPERATION Driving instructions Driving instructions Parking The MT cannot be secured against rolling by putting it in gear. Make sure to engage the parking brake before you exit the MT. W A R N I N G ! D a n g e r o f i n j u r y ! I f t h e p a r k i n g b ra ke fa i l s, a p a r ke d M T c a n b e g i n t o r o l l a n d p r e s e n t a n i n j u r y h a z a r d .
  • Page 109 OPERATION Driving instructions T h e M T i s o n l y r e a d y fo r o p e ra t i o n w h e n t h e a i r p r e s - s u r e i n t h e c o m p r e s s e d a i r t a n k o f t h e t h i r d c i r c u i t i s m o r e t h a n 5 .
  • Page 110 OPERATION Driving instructions Make sure that the total weight of the semi-trailer or trailer and the bearing load on the fifth wheel coupling does not exceed the maximum permissible values. Make sure that only the intended tow couplings are used for towing trailers with tow bars.
  • Page 111 OPERATION Driving instructions Driving with rear axle differential lock <Fahrt> The rear axle differential lock secures wheels on the rear axle of the MT from spinning freely on slippery surfaces. The rear axle differential lock stays engaged as long as you hold the “rear axle differential lock”...
  • Page 112 OPERATION Driving instructions D A N G E R ! A c c i d e n t h a z a r d ! T h e M T i s l e s s r e s p o n s i ve t o s t e e r i n g m ove m e n t s w h e n t h e r e a r a x l e d i f fe r e n t i a l l o ck i s e n g a g e d .
  • Page 113 OPERATION Driving instructions Driving with four-wheel-drive When driving on slippery surfaces or steep inclines or slopes, shift to four-wheel drive to increase the MT’s traction. The drive force is transmitted by the four-wheel drive to both axes. The four-wheel drive can be enabled temporarily or perma- nently, see “Four-wheel drive (switchable) <Fahrt schaltbar>”...
  • Page 114 OPERATION Driving instructions Refuelling C A U T I O N ! M o t o r d a m a g e s ! U n s u i t a bl e a n d c o n t a m i n a t e d f u e l c a n d a m a g e t h e i n j e c t i o n s y s t e m a n d t h e f u e l p u m p.

  • Page 115: Turning Off The Engine

    OPERATION Turning off the engine Turning off the engine C A U T I O N ! E n g i n e d a m a g e ! Tu r n i n g o f f t h e e n g i n e t o o e a r l y c a n c a u s e h e a t t o bu i l d u p a n d d a m a g e t h e e n g i n e.

  • Page 116: Fifth Wheel Coupling

    OPERATION Fifth wheel coupling <Eurohitch><Sattel> Fifth wheel coupling <Sattel> <Eurohitch> D A N G E R ! D a n g e r o f i n j u r y ! Pe o p l e c a n b e s eve r e l y i n j u r e d by b e i n g c r u s h e d d u r i n g s h u n t i n g .
  • Page 117 OPERATION Fifth wheel coupling <Eurohitch><Sattel> D A N G E R ! D a n g e r o f i n j u r y ! Pe r s o n s c a n b e r u n ove r i f t h e s e m i - t ra i l e r b ra ke i s a c c i d e n t a l l y r e l e a s e d .
  • Page 118 OPERATION Fifth wheel coupling <Eurohitch><Sattel> Fig. 22: Control elements 1 “Fifth wheel coupling” switches 2 “Fifth wheel coupling” control light 3 Control light “Kingpin” T h e f i f t h w h e e l c o u p l i n g c a n o n l y b e o p e n e d w h e n t h e M T i s a t a s t a n d s t i l l .

  • Page 119: Operation With Trestle<3321128

    OPERATION Operation with trestle<optional><3321128> Operation with trestle<optional><3321128> Fig. 23: Trestle 1 Fifth wheel coupling 2 Kingpin 3 Twist locks The ships can be loaded and unloaded quickly and easily with the help of the trestle. The semi-trailers saddled on the trestle are securely anchored in the ship during the voyage.

  • Page 120: Gooseneck

    OPERATION Gooseneck <optional><Sattel> Gooseneck <optional><Sattel> For towing roll trailers, the MT needs to be equipped with a gooseneck. C A U T I O N ! M a t e r i a l d a m a g e ! M a t e r i a l d a m a g e i s p o s s i bl e i f t h e p e r s o n n e l h a s n o p ra c t i c a l ex p e r i e n c e w i t h h a n d l i n g a g o o s e n e ck .

  • Page 121: Towing And Shunting Coupling

    OPERATION Towing and shunting coupling Towing and shunting coupling The front and rear tow hitches may only be used by the MT for towing or otherwise for towing the MT itself. The maximum towed load is 24,000 kg in manoeuvre mode. W A R N I N G ! D a n g e r o f i n j u r y ! T h e r e i s a d a n g e r o f c o n s i d e ra bl e i n j u r y a n d d a m a g e...

  • Page 122: Winter Operation

    OPERATION Winter operation Winter operation If the MT needs to be operated at low temperatures, a few precautionary measures and checks are necessary. Check the concentration of anti-freeze/corrosion protection agents in the engine coolant. Add anti-freeze to the washer water. Have the battery inspected.

  • Page 123: Care

    OPERATION Care Care Regular care serves to maintain the value of your MT. For cleaning, you can use commercially available vehicle care products from vehicle accessory dealers. Caring for the MT exterior The best protection against harmful environmental influences for the MT is frequent washing and conservation. W A R N I N G ! A c c i d e n t h a z a r d ! We t b ra ke s ex t e n d t h e b ra k i n g p a t h o f yo u r M T.
  • Page 124 OPERATION Care Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 125: Transport

    TRANSPORT Loading onto a flatbed trailer Loading with a crane Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 126: Loading Onto A Flatbed Trailer

    TRANSPORT Loading onto a flatbed trailer Loading onto a flatbed trailer Flatbed trailers or rail carriages for example can be used to transport the MT over longer distances. Make sure that the transport equipment can carry the weight of the MT (see “Vehicle identification plate”...

  • Page 127: Loading With A Crane

    TRANSPORT Loading with a crane Loading with a crane The MT has sling points for use during crane transport. Two sling eyes are located behind the driver's cab; the third one is the tow hitch at the rear. To p e r fo r m l o a d i n g t a s k s, yo u h ave t o u n h o o k t h e p n e u - m a t i c s p r i n g a t t h e s e r v i c e d o o r.
  • Page 128 Fig. 3: Rear sling point <Sattel> 1 Rear sling point Lifting Attach the hoisting equipment to the points intended for this. The MT can be now be hoisted carefully and loaded onto the other vehicle. D u r i n g l i f t i n g , t h e M T t i l t s fo r wa r d s l i g h t l y s o t h a t t h e h o i s t i n g e q u i p m e n t c a n n o t d a m a g e t h e d r i ve r ' s c a b.

  • Page 129: Self-Help

    SELF-HELP Electrical system Fifth wheel coupling <Sattel> Starting aid <optional> Indicators on the multi-function display Towing Emptying the fuel pre-filter of the water separator Emergency release of the spring-loaded component Emergency release of the parking brake Inflating tyres Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 130: Electrical System

    SELF-HELP Electrical system Electrical system Fuses Fig. 1: Fuse box 1 Lid latch 2 Grip 3 Lock The vehicle electrical fuses are located to the right of the operator under a lockable lid. If there are malfunctions with the electric loads, then: Open the cover and secure it with the lid latch 1.

  • Page 131: Fifth Wheel Coupling

    SELF-HELP Fifth wheel coupling <Sattel> Fifth wheel coupling <Sattel> The fifth wheel coupling of the MT can, in case of emergency, also be unhitched without running engine and without electric- ity, using the emergency hitch release. The emergency hitch release is located to the right of the fifth wheel coupling.

  • Page 132: Starting Aid

    SELF-HELP Starting aid <optional> Starting aid <optional> External start socket Fig. 3: External start socket 1 12 V 2 24 V You can connect jumper cables at the external start socket, to give or receive starting aid. 11-C30-019-013-2 Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 133: Indicators On The Multi-Function Display

    SELF-HELP Indicators on the multi-function display Indicators on the multi-function display Display Possible cause Repair suggestion “Oil pressure” LED lights up red Oil pressure too low Check MT for exterior loss of oil; (engine or transmission) have qualified technicians rectify cause for oil loss if necessary.

  • Page 134: Towing

    SELF-HELP Towing Towing The MT may only be towed for short distances at a maximum speed of 10 km/h. The maximum towing distance is 2 km. W A R N I N G ! A c c i d e n t h a z a r d ! S t e e r i n g b e c o m e s m o r e d i f f i c u l t d u r i n g t ow i n g a n d t h e b ra ke s d o n o t w o r k .

  • Page 135: Emptying The Fuel Pre-Filter Of The Water Separator

    SELF-HELP Emptying the fuel pre-filter of the water separator Emptying the fuel pre-filter of the water separator Check the water separator regularly and empty it if necessary. W A R N I N G ! D a n g e r o f f i r e ! W h e n h a n d l i n g f u e l s t h e r e i s a n i n c r e a s e d r is k o f f i r e, b e c a u s e f u e ls a r e h i g h l y f l a m m a bl e.

  • Page 136: Emergency Release Of The Spring-Loaded Component

    SELF-HELP Emergency release of the spring-loaded component Emergency release of the spring-loaded component I f t h e r e i s n ' t s u f f i c i e n t c o m p r e s s e d a ir ava il a bl e t o l o o s e n t h e p a r k i n g b ra ke, t h e n t h e s p r in g - l o a d e d c o m p o n e n t i n t h e p a r k i n g b ra ke c a n b e r e l e a s e d by t h e e m e r g e n c y r e l e a s e l eve r.

  • Page 137: Emergency Release Of The Parking Brake

    SELF-HELP Emergency release of the parking brake Emergency release of the parking brake I n c a s e t h e p r e s s u r e fa i l s, t h e p a r k i n g b ra ke c a n b e d i s e n g a g e d by t h e e m e r g e n c y r e l e a s e u n i t .
  • Page 138 SELF-HELP Emergency release of the parking brake Counter the locknut and screw the screw thread on several thread turns to protect against soiling. Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 139: Inflating Tyres

    SELF-HELP Inflating tyres Inflating tyres Fig. 7: Tyre-inflating connection The tyre-inflating connection can be used for filling the tyres in an emergency. The tyre-inflating connection is located in the pneumatics compartment. Start the engine. Remove the protection cap from the tyre-inflating connection.
  • Page 140 SELF-HELP Inflating tyres Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 141: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions (standard model) <Sattel> Weights <Sattel> General specifications <Sattel> Hydraulic system <Sattel> Brake system Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

  • Page 142: Dimensions (Standard Model)

    TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions (standard model) <Sattel> Dimensions (standard model) <Sattel> Fig. 1: Dimensions MT 32 / MT 36 Size [mm] Measurement Wheel base 3,000 Wheel base 3,250 approx. 2,980 2,980 1,488 1,488 3,000 3,250 5,178 5,428 Operating manual MT 32 / 36...
  • Page 143 TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions (standard model) <Sattel> Size [mm] Measurement Wheel base 3,000 Wheel base 3,250 2,540 2,540 Wheel gauge, front axle 2,100 2,100 Wheel gauge, rear axle 1,840 1,840 Lowered approx. 2,400 2,150 Raised (single-stage cylinder) 2,400 2,150 approx. Raised (dual-stage cylinder) 2,100 1,850 approx.

  • Page 144: Weights

    TECHNICAL DATA Weights <Sattel> Weights <Sattel> MT 32 MT 36 Empty weight Trac with four-wheel drive (4 x 4) 9,700 kg 9,700 kg Trac with rear-wheel drive (4 x 2) 9,150 kg 9,150 kg Axle load, empty, front, approx. 7,200 kg 7,200 kg Axle load, empty, rear, approx.

  • Page 145: General Specifications

    TECHNICAL DATA General specifications <Sattel> General specifications <Sattel> MT 32 MT 36 Max. speed (without speed limiter) approx. 40 km/h approx. 40 km/h Engine power according to ISO 3046 Volvo Penta TAD 750 VE, emission class EUROMOT III 181 kW 181 kW Starting tractive force in 1st gear, forward approx.

  • Page 146: Hydraulic System

    TECHNICAL DATA Hydraulic system <Sattel> Hydraulic system <Sattel> Two double-action hydraulic cylinders for front axle steering. Two double-action hydraulic cylinders (step-type optional) for lifting the fifth wheel coupling. MT 32 MT 36 Pump supply rate at 2,300 min 100 l/min 100 l/min Max.

  • Page 147: Brake System

    TECHNICAL DATA Brake system Brake system Two-circuit brake system with dual line trailer brake connection. MT 32/MT 36 Front axle Simplex wedge, pneumatically actuated Rear axle Simplex wedge, pneumatically actuated Parking brake Spring brake acting on the rear axle Operating manual MT 32 / 36...
  • Page 148 TECHNICAL DATA Brake system Operating manual MT 32 / 36...
  • Page 149 INDEX Driver's cab 46 Heater Abbreviations 14 Ventilation Absperrhähne Bremswendelschläuche 88 Driving Accelerator 45 Four-wheel drive Adding Ramps and inclines Front axle Rear axle differential lock Adding the front axle 66 Towed loads Adjusting Driving instructions 106 Seat Air conditioning unit 50 Air dryer 98 Electrical 128 Air flow 47...
  • Page 150 Engine coolant Rpm gauge Engine oil level Temperature display Hydraulic oil level Lighting system Loss of oil or fluid Oil dip stick Main battery switch Engine oil Transmission oil level Transmission oil Wheels/tyres Oil filler nozzle Windscreen washer water Engine oil Instrument panel Hydraulic oil Air-suspended rear axle...
  • Page 151 INDEX Towing and shunting coupling 119 Transmission Safety belt 40 Driving program Seat adjustment 38 Transport Seat belt 40 Flatbed trailer Self-help Loading Fifth wheel coupling Trestle 117 Fuses Türkonsole Malfunction indicators Arbeitsscheinwerfer Starting aid Turn indicator 41 Towing Tyre-inflating connection Turning off Semi-trailer Engine...
  • Page 152 Operating manual MT 32 / 36...

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