AKS™ 3004 / 3504
Maintenance and care
With the exception of the friction linings, the AKS is
maintenance-free.
We recommend thoroughly cleaning all moving
parts after use, however.
No oil or grease may get onto the friction
surface and/or ball coupling during lubrica-
tion.
The coating on the trailer hitch ball must be
removed completely
The surface of the trailer hitch ball must be
free of rust and scoring.
Approved cleaning agents:
Repairs
Repair work may only be carried out by competent spe-
cialist workshops or our AL-KO Service Centres.
Troubleshooting
Fault
Running noises
The green cylinder is not visible
after coupling
Do not operate!
In the case of faults that are not listed in this table, or faults that you cannot rectify without assistance, please
contact our customer service department.
Warranty
We will eliminate any material defects or manufacturing defects during the statutory period of limitation; at our discre-
tion, this will be effected either by repair or replacement. The period of limitation is determined in accordance with the
laws of the country in which the machine was purchased.
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Possible cause
Dirt or foreign bodies between friction lining
and trailer hitch ball
Trailer hitch ball coated
Removable trailer hitch ball has too much
play in the locking mechanism
Incorrect or worn trailer hitch ball (< 49 mm)
Front and rear friction lining shells are show-
ing signs of increased wear
Spare parts
Spare parts are safety parts!
For installation of spare parts in our products, we ex-
clusively recommend original AL-KO parts or parts
expressly approved by us for installation.
In order to clearly identify spare parts, our service
(ETI).
Disposal
Machines, batteries and rechargeable batter-
ies that are no longer required must not be
disposed of with household waste!
Packaging, machine and accessories are manufactured
using recyclable materials and must be disposed of ac-
cordingly.
Solution
Clean trailer hitch ball
Remove coating
Visit a specialist workshop
Exchange the trailer hitch ball
Visit a specialist workshop
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