Service and Maintenance Summary
Check wheel lug nut torque to 95 ft/lb at 10, 25 and 50 miles and before each tow.
Check wheel bearings for heat and excessive play at 10, 25 and 50miles and before each tow.
Bed brakes in when
fi
rst towing.
Check brake adjustment 200 miles and 3,000 miles.
Check drum brake pads for wear.
Check tire pressure before each tow. (55psi)
Lubricate wheel bearings every 12 months or 10,000 miles.
Check lifting arm bearings regularly. There should be no back-lash in lifting arm bearings.
Check lights are in working order.
Check breakaway switch operation before each tow.
Apply grease or motor cycle chain lube to shaft of the rigging pulleys regularly to prevent
squeaking and prolong bearing life.
Realign trailer winch cable on the winch drum if it gets crossed.
Inspect winch and rigging cable and replace if there are any signs of damage or fraying.
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Do not work under the trailer when it is loaded. Before working under the
trailer ensure the battery switch is off, the safety latches are engaged on all
lifting arms and the tongue and rear of the trailer are safely supported.
WHEEL BEARING LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS
Thickener Type
Lithium Complex
Dropping Point
215 C (419 F) Minimum
Consistency
NLGI No 2
Additives
EP, Corrosion and Oxidation Inhibitors
Viscosity Index
80 Minimum
Tire, wheel or lug nut failure can cause loss of control. Before towing you must check
tire pressure and tread. Check tires and wheels for damage.
Re-tighten lug nuts for new and re-mounted wheels after
fi
rst 10, 30 and 50
miles.