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Easytow Boat Trailers Pty Ltd
Operating Safely
Before Each Journey Safety Checklist
1. Coupling and tow ball are same size
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The cup on the coupling should fit completely over the tow ball and when fitted should
not have more than 5mm play or movement between the cup and the ball.
2. Coupling and safety chains are safely secured to tow bar
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Safety chains attached to the trailer should be connected to the tow bar with a rated ‘D’
shackle.
Do not attach the safety chains to towing vehicle with any other device
3. Wheel nuts are properly tightened
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Trailer wheel nuts have a tendency to loosen more readily than those on a car which
has shock absorbers.
4. Boat is securely tied to trailer
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Check that all straps are securely fastened.
The winch strap is purely for launching and
retrieving your boat - it is not a tie down.
5. Load is within maximum carrying capacity
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Check VIN plate for carrying capacity.
6. Tyres are properly inflated
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Check VIN plate for inflation pressure.
