3 OPERATION
•Check wheel bearings and wheel lug nuts before each trip.
•Check tail, brake, and turn signal lights for proper operation.
•Secure the bow of the boat to the trailer with the winch line and also with the chain. Secure the stern cleats to the trailer with
it is a good idea to carry a set of spare wheel bearings, seals, and races.
•When making a turn, do not cut cor- ners. The trailer has a smaller turn- ing circle so it turns more sharply around the corner than the towing vehicle.
•Before backing your trailer into the water, disconnect the light plug from the towing vehicle. This will reduce the likelihood of the lights blowing out when submerged.
BACKING YOUR TRAILER
It takes practice to back a trailer suc- cessfully. If you are not familiar backing up with a trailer, practice first in an open area away from obstacles.
•Take down and store the bimini top, if used. The top is not designed to stay unsecured on the boat at high- way speeds. See page
•Carry a spare tire for the trailer, along with sufficient tools to change the tire.
•While traveling, check the wheel hubs on the trailer whenever you park. If the hub feels abnormally hot, have the bearing inspected before continuing your trip. On longer trips,
Keep the following points in mind:
•Back slowly. Make steering adjust- ments in small steps.
•Turn the towing vehicle’s wheels opposite the direction you want the trailer to go.
•After the trailer begins moving, turn the towing vehicle to follow it.
•Have a second person stand by to help direct you with hand signals.