Danger - Raising the Trailer
NEVER! crawl under the trailer unless it is on firm and level ground and resting on properly placed and secured jack stands.
The possibility exists of the trailer falling thus causing equipment damage and severe bodily harm even death!
DANGER - Trailer Inspection
When performing trailer inspection and maintenance ac-
tivities, you must jack up the trailer using jacks and jack
stands.
When jacking and using jack stands, place them so as
to clear wiring, brake lines, and suspension parts
(i.e.,springs,torsion bars). Place jacks and jack stands
inside of the perimeter strip on the supporting structure to which the axles are attached.
TRAILER MAINTENANCE
Torsion Suspension
The mounting bracket (Figure 24) of the torsion suspension assembly is bolted directly to the trailer frame. Except for periodic inspection of the bracket’s fasteners to the trailer frame, no other suspension maintenance is required on the axles.
MOUNTING
BOLT
MOUNTING
BRACKET
| SPINDLE | AXLE |
| TUBE |
| TORSION |
|
ARM | |
TORSION | |
BAR | NYLOC NUT |
| GRADE C |
WARNING - Trailer Impact
If the trailer is involved in an accident have it inspected immediately by qualified personnel. In addition, the trailer should be inspected annually for signs of wear or deformations.
WARNING - Cracked or Broken Welds
Improper weld repair will lead to early failure of the trailer structure and can cause serious injury or death.
DO NOT repair cracked or broken welds unless you have a certified welder perform the repair. If not, have the welds repaired by your dealer.
Danger - Trailer Welds
Broken or damaged welds can cause injury or severe
damage to your trailer and contents. Inspect all of the welds for cracks or failure at least twice a year.
Figure 24. Torsion Suspension
Danger - Worn or Defective Suspension
Worn or broken suspension parts can cause loss of control, damage to equipment and severe bodily injury even death!
Check suspension regularly.
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