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1.2.11 Inappropriate Cargo
Your trailer may be designed for specific cargo, for example motorcycles. If your trailer is
designed for specific cargo, only carry that cargo in the trailer. Many models are not rated to
transport automobiles (i.e. a motorcycle ramp door or trailer frame cannot support the weight
of an automobile). A utility trailer must not be used to carry certain items, such as people,
containers of hazardous substances or containers of flammable substances.
WARNING
WARNING
1.2.12 Inoperable Brakes, Lights or Mirrors
Be sure that the electric brakes and all of the lights on your trailer are functioning properly
before towing your trailer. Electric brakes and lights on a trailer are controlled via a connection
to the tow vehicle, generally a multi-pin electrical connector. Check the trailer taillights by
turning on your tow vehicle headlights. Check the trailer brake lights by having someone step
on the tow vehicle brake pedal while you look at the trailer lights. Do the same thing to check
the turn signal lights.
If your trailer has electric brakes, your tow vehicle will have an electric brake controller that
sends power to the brakes. Before towing the trailer on the road, you must operate the brake
controller while trying to pull the trailer in order to confirm that the electric brakes operate.
While towing the trailer at less than 5mph, manually operate the electric brake controller in the
tow vehicle cab. You should feel the operation of the trailer brakes.
Do not transport people inside the trailer, even if it has a living quarters. The
transport of people puts their lives at risk and may be illegal.
Do not transport flammable, explosive, poisonous or other dangerous materials in
your trailer.
Exceptions:
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Fuel in the tanks of vehicles that are being towed.
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Fuel stored in proper containers used in living quarters for cooking.
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Fuel stored in the tank of an on-board generator.
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Other factory installed fuel tanks below the frame.
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