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Important

Safety Information

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

It is the owner’s/operator’s responsibility to check the following 

items each time before towing trailer.
•  Never exceed the trailer or tongues maximum load capacity 
•  When possible, position load so the weight is centered over  

the axle

•  Do not rely on the tailgate ramp to contain or stop cargo 

from  sliding or rolling out of the trailer. Use good judgment 

and  secure all cargo. Failure to do so may result in a road hazard  

which could cause serious injury and/or death.

•  Reduce speed and/or cargo weight when traveling on rough 

roads.

•  Overloading and improper use of this trailer could cause  

structural damage, product failure and/or severe or fatal  

injury.

•  Monitor load at regular intervals while traveling.
•  Check that load is positioned to apply equal weight to all tires.
•  Check that load is secured so it will not move while underway.
•  Check that no structural damage to trailer exists, do not use  

if damaged.

•  Check that trailer is level with tow vehicle.
•  Check that trailer coupler is properly adjusted and securely  

attached to the hitch ball.

•  Check that safety chains or cables are attached properly.
•  Check that all lights are operating correctly.
•  Check that bed locking system (tilt clamp) is properly secured.

Reporting Safety Defects

If you believe that your trailer has a defect which could cause a 

crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately 

inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 

(NHTSA) in addition to notifying FLOE International, Inc. 

at 1-800-336-6337.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an 

investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a 

group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. 

However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual 

problems between you, your dealer, or FLOE International, Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline 

toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to 

http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: NHTSA, US Department 

of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey SE, Washington, D.C. 

20590. You can also obtain other information about motor 

vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND ALL WARNINGS/SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USING TRAILER.

If the trailer is not assembled, installed, or operated properly, mechanical failure as well as serious injury or death could result. See 

to it that all users understand that this trailer requires the use of good judgement and the knowledge of its dangers and limitations.

LUG NUTS ON NEW WHEELS SHOULD BE 

 

RE-TORQUED AFTER THE FIRST 10, 25 AND 50 

MILES. CHECK PERIODICALLY THEREAFTER. 

This should be done as clamping loads can change following 

the initial installation due to the metal compression/

elongation or thermal stresses affecting the wheels as they 

are breaking in, as well as to verify the accuracy of the 

original installation.

WARNING

Maximum tongue weight capacity is 300 lbs (136 kg) for  

10.5-79, 12.5-79 & 14.5-79 Versa-Max

TM

 UT trailers.

MAXIMUM CARGO CAPACITY FOR EVENLY 

BALANCED LOADS IS 2220 LBS (1007 KG).

 

Exceeding  this  load  capacity  could  cause  product  failure 

and/or injury and death. 

WARNING

•  Check that tires are inflated to correct pressure and not  

excessively worn.

•  Check that lug nuts on each wheel are tight.
•  Check that wheel bearings are properly tightened and greased.
•  Versa-Max trailers comply with all federal laws and 

regulations. Laws in individual states vary, and some states 

may have laws that are more stringent than federal laws. 

Summary of Contents for Versa-Max UT

Page 1: ...d and follow all safety rules and operating instructions carefully before using trailer Serious injury potential death and or mechanical failure could result from neglecting to take appropriate action...

Page 2: ...cure Your Trailer 7 Proper Loading Unloading 8 Securing the Load 9 Aluminum Tailgate Ramp 10 Changing Tires 11 Inspections Maintenance 12 FAQ 13 Tire Safety Information 14 24 Warranty Warranty Registr...

Page 3: ...group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or FLOE International Inc TocontactNHTSA youmayeithercal...

Page 4: ...Adjustment All FLOE models have a lever lock hitch coupler With a lever lock coupler the amount of locking force can be adjusted to the diameter of the hitch ball A coupler that is adjusted too tight...

Page 5: ...es the ground 4 To tilt trailer push down on rear of trailer 5 Load trailer see section on Proper Loading and Unloading 6 Tilt trailer back to horizontal position by pushing down on front of trailer 7...

Page 6: ...lights fail to give other motorists proper notification of your actions and location which can cause a serious or fatal accident WARNING Make sure the wiring harness for the lighting system is long en...

Page 7: ...n the trailer so that proper weight is applied to the tongue The tongue weight should be 10 15 of cargo load not to exceed 300 pounds The tongue weight can be increased or decreased by moving the load...

Page 8: ...connected to your tow vehicle 3 Always ensure that tow vehicle and trailer are parked on level even ground Loading while parked on an incline or uneven ground may result in structural damage to trail...

Page 9: ...uately tie down the load To move a tie down plate perform the following To remove the plate Use a 9 16 wrench to loosen and remove the two bolts which attach the plate and then remove the tie down pla...

Page 10: ...tially tilted using the limiter strap which is ideal for low clearance items or fully tilted To lower the ramp release the rubber latches and retaining pins from each side of the trailer and lower the...

Page 11: ...e first 10 25 and 50 miles Check periodically thereafter Improper tire pressure can create severe dangers Be sure your tires are always properlyinflated Theproperpressureforyour tires can be found on...

Page 12: ...eaking in as well as to verify the accuracy of the original installation a Leaving wheel lugs un torqued for longer than 50 driving miles with new wheels Axle a Inspect trailing arms to make sure they...

Page 13: ...g section of this manual WHY ARE MY TIRES WEARING UNEVENLY 1 Unequal side to side loading Refer to Proper Loading and Unloading section of this manual 2 Tires not inflated to proper PSI 3 Wheel bearin...

Page 14: ...hat is located on the forward half of the left road side of the unit This certification VIN label will indicate the trailer s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR This is the most weight the fully loaded...

Page 15: ...e trailer on your trailer s VIN Certification label 3 Subtract the empty weight of your trailer from the GVWR stated on the VIN label That weight is the maximum available cargo capacity of the trailer...

Page 16: ...nner that encloses the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant and if so...

Page 17: ...hich when a non pneumatic tire assembly incorporates a wheel supports the tire and attaches either integrally or separably to the wheel center member and upon which the tire is attached Non pneumatic...

Page 18: ...tion pressure This is the inflation pressure provided by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire Information label and on the Certification VIN tag Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher lo...

Page 19: ...ating a wheel a mechanical device which attaches either integrally or separably to the non pneumatic tire and provides the connection between tire and the vehicle Wheel holding fixture The fixture use...

Page 20: ...also find this number on the vehicle information placard expressed in kilopascals kpa which is the metric measure used internationally Manufacturers of passenger vehicles and light trucks determine th...

Page 21: ...rect size to choose consult with the tire dealer 1 5 6 TIRE TREAD The tire tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevent your vehicle from slipping or sliding especially when the road i...

Page 22: ...wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Next number This two or three digit number is the tire s load index It...

Page 23: ...lon polyester and others Maximum Load Rating This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure This number is the gr...

Page 24: ...e tire is used as a single Load Range This information identifies the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 1 6 TIRE SAFETY TIPS Preventing Tire Damage Slow down if you have to go...

Page 25: ...en Ball can be reached for warranty service during normal business hours at 1 800 946 9412 This warranty covers only the cost of replacement of materials due to defects in materials or workmanship and...

Page 26: ...9 Versa Max UT 14 5 79 VIN ___________________________________ Optional Spare Tire Optional Side Kit TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF How did you hear about FLOE ________________________________________________...

Page 27: ...ity polyethylene trailer body It can haul and be towed by ATVs and is great for yard work hunting camping cabin travel construction rental shopping and almost any other use imaginable MODULAR SECTIONA...

Page 28: ...3 STATE HIGHWAY 65 McGREGOR MN 55760 www floeintl com All material copyright 2020 FLOE International Inc Unauthorized reproduction is strictly prohibited Specifications subject to change without notic...

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