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SAFETY
Safety is of utmost importance at all times. There are several
items that must be checked each time before using and while
using the Kar Kaddy.
Make sure all bolts are properly tightened and those requiring
a set torque are up to specifications:
Tie Rod Castle Nut - 75 ft./lbs.
Lug Nuts - 120 ft./lbs.
Check Lug Nut tension after the first 5 miles and periodi-
cally thereafter.
The ball hitch must latch securely around the ball and the
safety lock pin or lever must be in position to lock the hitch
on the ball.
RECOMMENDED BALL HEIGHT: 18 inches to the top of
the ball on the towing vehicle.
Hook the towed vehicle safety chains to the frame of the
vehicle directly above the area where the chain is mounted
on the Kar Kaddy. Leave some slack in the chain to allow
suspension movement.
Check to make sure that all lights are in proper working
order.
Examine the winches and straps, making sure they are in
good condition.
Be certain the safety lock pins are locking the strap winch-
es.
Retighten straps over the tires after the first 5 miles and every
50 miles thereafter. Ensure that they are tight.
The Kar-Kaddy tires must be inflated to the recommended
50 PSI.
The strap on the optional tongue winch must be in good
condition and should be stored neatly on winch when not
in use.
NOTE: The winch strap must not be left connected to the
towed vehicle after it is loaded and strapped down.
Make sure the optional light bar is fastened securely at the
rear of the towed vehicle.
The wires to the optional light bar should be run along the
car and fastened so as not to damage the finish of the towed
vehicle.
NOTE:
This unit cannot be backed up, when loaded or with
the steering lock pin removed.
All vehicles mounted on the Kar Kaddy must be mounted
with the front of the vehicle facing forward
.
Rear Wheel Drive:
Disconnect the towed vehicle driveshaft for
rear wheel drive vehicles with automatic transmission.
For manual transmission:
Consult your vehicle owners manual
for towing suitability with the drive shaft connected.
MAINTENANCE
Periodically check all bolts and nuts to insure proper tension
or torque.
Grease the king pin and tie rod end grease zerks every
2500 miles.
An occasional drop of oil may be required on the moving parts
of the tie down winches.
A light film of oil should periodically be applied to steering sta-
bilizer arm to prevent rust.
NOTE: Proper toe-in is 1/32”. This is preset at the fac-
tory.
The operator should periodically have the toe-in checked and
adjusted if needed at a qualified alignment shop. Improper toe-
in can result in irregular tire wear.
Wheel:
This tow dolly comes equipped with chrome wheels. To main-
tain a high gloss to the chrome, clean and wax with a soft
cloth regularly. Do not use an abrasive to clean chrome, this
will cause scratches and this will lead to rust.
IMPORTANT LOADING INSTRUCTION
Check your wheel tie-down straps.
Your Kar Kaddy is equipped with custom made wheel tie-down
straps of a standard size that will fit most tires, however if your
tires are too large or too small you will want to exchange these
new straps for the proper size straps.
1. Tire too large -
This is very obvious the strap will not
basket over the tire properly, call us, we will provide at
NO Charge on an exchange basis, the proper size strap.
You must return your new unused straps and provide us
with the Make and Model car and the tire size.
2. Tire too small -
This is not as obvious, the basket will
fit down over the tire very well, the problems cannot be
readily seen. You must tighten the straps down solid and
then check on the inside of the tire and be sure the strap,
when tightened does not come in contact with any metal
that may cause wear or cutting such as strut mounts. If
there is contact, you need a smaller strap, call us, we
will provide on a NO Charge, exchange basis, the proper
size strap. You must return your new unused straps and
provide us with the Make and Model car and tire size.
Thank you for Purchasing
Products.
WARNING:
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF TOWING VEHICLE CONTROL, SEPARATION
OF THE TOW DOLLY FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE, SEPARATION OF THE TOWED VEHICLE FROM THE TOW DOLLY,
CAUSING SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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