Multiquip DCA-45US1 operation manual DCA-45USI -TRAILER Specifications, Explanation of Chart

DCA-45USI —TRAILER SPECIFICATIONS

CAUTION:

5. Frame Width - Measurement is from fender to fender

ALWAYS make sure the trailer is in good	6. Jack Stand - Trailer support device with maximum pound
operating condition. Check the tires for		requirement from the tongue of the trailer.
	7.	Coupler - Type of hitch used on the trailer for towing.
proper inflation and wear. Also check the
wheel lug nuts for proper tightness.	8. Tire Size - Indicates the diameter of the tire in inches
		(10,12,14, etc.), and the width in millimeters
Explanation of Chart:		(175,185,205, etc.). The tire diameter must match the
		diameter of the tire rim.
This section is to provide the user with trailer service and
	9. Tire Ply - The tire ply (layers) number is rated in letters;
maintenance information. The service and maintenance
guidelines referenced in this section apply a wide range of		2-ply,4-ply,6-ply, etc.
trailers. Remember periodic inspection of the trailer will en-	10. Wheel Hub - The wheel hub is connected to the trailer’s
sure safe towing of the equipment and will prevent damage		axle.
to the equipment and personal injury.
	11. Tire Rim - Tires mounted on a tire rim. The tire rim must
It is the purpose of this section to cover the major mainte-		match the size of the tire.
	12.	Lug Nuts - Used to secure the wheel to the wheel hub.
nance components of the trailer. The following trailer com-
ponents will be discussed in this section:		Always use a torque wrench to tighten down the lug nuts.
		See Table 17 and Figure 67 or lug nut tightening and
„ Brakes		sequence.
„ Tires	13.	Axle - Indicates the maximum weight the axle can sup-
„ Lug Nut Torquing		port in pounds, and the diameter of the axle expressed
„ Suspension		in inches (see Table 2). Please note that some trailers
„ Electrical		have a double axle. This will be shown as 2-6000 lbs.,
„ Brake Troubleshooting Tables		meaning two axles with a total weight capacity of 6000
Use the following definitions when reading Table 2.		pounds.

1.Fuel Cell - Provides an adequate amount of fuel for the equipment in use. Fuel cells must be empty when trans- porting equipment.

2.Braking System - System employed in stopping the trailer. Typical braking systems are electric, surge, hy- draulic, hydraulic-surge and air.

3.GVWR- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), is the maximum number of pounds the trailer can carry, in- cluding the fuel cell (empty).

4.Frame Length - Measurement is from the ball hitch to the rear bumper (reflector).

14.Suspension - Protects the trailer chassis from shocks transmitted through the wheels.Types of suspension used are leaf, Q-flex, and air ride.

15.Electrical - Electrical connectors (looms) are provided with the trailer so the brake lights and turn signals can be connected to the towing vehicle.

16.Application - Indicates which units can be employed on a particular trailer.

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