Double A Trailers Gooseneck Series, Owner'S Manual

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Safety chains are provided so that control of the trailer
can be maintained if your trailer comes loose from the
hitch.
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WARNING
Improper rigging of the safety chains can
result in loss of control of the trailer and
tow vehicle, leading to death or serious
injury, if the trailer uncouples from the tow
vehicle.
Fasten chains to safety chain receivers on
hitch, not to ball.
Have sufficient slack to permit turning and
to keep gooseneck on bed of tow vehicle, if
the trailer comes loose.
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If equipped with brakes, your trailer will be equipped
with a breakaway brake system that can apply the
brakes on your trailer if your trailer comes loose from
the hitch. You may have a separate set of instructions
for the breakaway brake if the trailer is so equipped. The
breakaway brake system, including battery, must be in
good condition and properly rigged to be effective.
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WARNING
An ineffective or inoperative breakaway
brake system can result in a runaway
trailer, leading to death or serious injury if
the receiver or hitch fails.
Breakaway lanyard must be connected
to the tow vehicle, NOT to any part of the
hitch.
Before towing trailer, test the function
of the breakaway brake system. If the
breakaway brake system is not working,
do not tow the trailer. Have it serviced or
repaired.
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DANGER
Be sure hitch and tow vehicle are rated for
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
of your trailer.
Use of a hitch with a load rating less than
the load rating of the trailer can result in
loss of control and may lead to death or
serious injury.
Use of a tow vehicle with a towing capacity
less than the load rating of the trailer can
result in loss of control, and may lead to
death or serious injury.
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Inspect all trailer tires before each tow. If a tire has a
bald spot, bulge, cut, cracks, or is showing any cords,
replace the tire before towing.
If a tire has uneven tread wear, take the trailer to a
trailer service center for diagnosis. Uneven tread wear
can be caused by tire imbalance, axle misalignment or
incorrect inflation.
Tires with too little tread will not provide adequate
frictional forces on wet roadways and can result in loss
of control, leading to death or serious injury.
Improper tire pressure causes increased tire wear and
may reduce trailer stability, which can result in a tire
blowout or possible loss of control. Therefore, before
each tow you must also check the tire pressure.
The proper tire pressure is listed on the Certification
/ VIN label, normally mounted on the front left side of
the trailer, and should be checked when tires are cold.
Allow 3 hours cool-down after driving as much as 1
mile at 40 mph before checking tire pressure.
Safety