IWT Eventa L Tandem, User Handbook Manual

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17. Attach the electrical plug to the towing vehicle’s socket ensuring there is enough slack in the
cable for the trailer to correctly negotiate tight turns, without the cable dragging on the
road. Check that all the lights are operating correctly.
18. Release the trailer handbrake.
*NOTE: Safety devices on towing jaws vary depending upon the manufacturer. The
manufacturer’s instructions should be followed to ensure correct operation.
2.3.2
Mirrors
You are required to be able to see the rear corners of the trailer in your rear view mirrors. If you
cannot, use add on mirror extensions.
2.3.3 TV Antenna
The TV Antenna (if fitted) is located on the roof of the trailer and it increases the trailer height. If
your planned routes go under any low bridges the antenna can be unscrewed and removed. Use a
suitable step ladder to gain access to the antenna.
2.3.4 Final checks before moving off
Check that you are displaying the correct registration plate for the towing vehicle you are using.
Any load should be securely tied or if animals are being carried check they are safe and secure.
If rear prop stands are fitted check that they are raised and that any doors or ramps are correctly
closed. Finally release the trailer handbrake and you are ready to move off.
Passengers
Passengers are forbidden to ride in a trailer at any time.
2.4
Reversing
All trailers are fitted with auto-reverse braking systems. Manual reverse catches are available as
optional extras for use in particularly adverse conditions, eg. reversing up a slippery incline, where
the slight drag present in the auto-reverse brakes may otherwise cause the wheels to lock.
2.5 Detaching the trailer and parking
2.5.1 Parking the Trailer
Before detaching the trailer from the towing vehicle, you should choose the area where the trailer is
to remain with care. Ideally the trailer should be parked on firm level ground to safeguard against
the trailer rolling or sinking into the ground.
Where you have no option but to park on soft ground, the trailer should rest on suitable scaffold
type boards. Always apply the handbrake when the trailer is parked independently of the towing
vehicle and chock the wheels on sloping ground.