Bri-Mar DT508LP, Owner'S Manual

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General Safety Information
Bri-Mar 6
Notice
NOTICE – Practices that could result in damage to the trailer or other property.
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Loss of control of the trailer or trailer/tow vehicle combination can result
in death or serious injury. The most common causes for loss of control
of the trailer are:
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Improper sizing the trailer for the tow vehicle, or vice versa.
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Excessive Speed: Driving too fast for the conditions.
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Failure to adjust driving behavior when towing a trailer.
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Overloading and/or improper weight distribution.
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Improper or mis-coupling of the trailer to the hitch.
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Improper braking and steering under sway conditions.
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Not maintaining proper tire pressure.
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Not keeping lug nuts tight.
2.2.1 Improper Sizing of the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle.
Trailers that weigh too much for the towing vehicle can cause stability
problems, which can lead to death or serious injury. Furthermore, the
additional strain put on the engine and drive-train may lead to serious
tow vehicle maintenance problems. For these reasons, the maximum
towing capacity of your towing vehicle should not be exceeded. The
towing capacity of your tow vehicle, in terms of maximum Gross Trailer
Weight (GTW) and maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
can be found in the tow vehicles Owner’s Manual.
^ Danger
Use of an under-rated hitch, ball or tow vehicle can result in loss of
control leading to death or serious injury.
Make certain your hitch and tow vehicle are rated for your trailer.
Trailers