Operator's Manual | First Edition • Third Printing |
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Transport
1Set the parking brake.
2Secure the boom with the
3Raise the tongue by turning the jack handle.
4Position the ball of the transport vehicle directly under the ball coupler.
5Open the latch on the ball coupler.
6Lower the tongue by turning the jack handle.
7Close the latch on the ball coupler.
8Attach the chains (if required) and the brake safety cable to the vehicle. Cross the chains under the hitch.
9Pull the jack release handle and rotate the tongue jack to the stowed position.
10Connect and test the trailer lights.
11Release the parking brake.
Towing Information
Use the checklist provided on the back cover of this manual before towing and while on the road.
Inspect all connections at each stop.
Driving a vehicle/trailer combination is different from driving a vehicle alone.
All tires must be properly inflated. Find the recommended cold tire pressures on the tire sidewall or trailer decal. Do not overinflate the tires. Tire pressures go up during driving. Checking the tire pressure when the tires are warm will give you an inaccurate pressure reading.
Increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to twice the normal following distance when towing a trailer. Allow more following distance in adverse weather.
Slow down for downgrades and shift your transmission into a lower gear.
Slow down for curves, hazardous road conditions, freeway exits, and when driving in adverse weather.
Heavy winds, excessive speed, load shifting or passing vehicles can cause the trailer to sway while driving. If this occurs, do not brake, speed up or turn the steering wheel. Turning the steering wheel or applying the brakes can cause the vehicle and trailer to jackknife. Let up on the gas pedal and keep the steering wheel straight.
If the vehicle and/or trailer travels off the paved road, hold the steering wheel firmly and let up on the gas pedal. Do not apply the brakes. Do not turn sharply. Slow down to under 25 mph / 40 km/h. Gradually turn the steering wheel to get back on the road. Proceed with caution when entering traffic.
When passing other vehicles, be sure to leave enough room for the extra length of the trailer. You will need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
Avoid jerky or sudden movements when turning.
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