Landoll LT08 Series, Operator'S Manual

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3-2 PRE-COUPLING OF TRAILER AND TRUCK
3-2.1 Slowly back the truck (towing vehicle)
up to the front end of the trailer so the hitch
of the trailer is centered with the truck. Stop
the towing vehicle just inches ahead of the
trailer. Set truck parking brake.
3-2.2 The hitch on the trailer can be adjusted
to different heights. Make sure the hitch
height is at the correct height so the trailer
deck is about parallel to the ground when
loaded.
3-2.3 If the trailer hitch needs some adjust-
ment to connect to the truck, manually raise
or lower the front of trailer by cranking the
landing gear (parking stands) up or down un-
til the proper height has been obtained.
3-2.4 Connect electrical receptacle to the
truck.
3-2.5 Apply brakes and inspect brake action
on all wheels for prompt application.
3-3 COUPLING OF THE TOWING VEHICLE TO THE TRAILER
DANGER
KEEP ALL PERSONNEL CLEAR OF
FRONT, REAR, AND SIDES OF TOW-
ING VEHICLE AND TRAILER DURING
COUPLING, COMPONENT OPERA-
TIONS, AND UNCOUPLING. FAILURE
TO STAY CLEAR CAN RESULT IN SE-
RIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
3-3.1 Verify the trailer wheels are chocked
and brakes function properly.
3-3.2 Make sure the towing vehicle’s coupler
is open.
CAUTION
PUSHING THE TRAILER BACKWARDS
CAN DAMAGE LANDING GEAR.
3-3.3 Slowly back the towing vehicle so the
hitch contacts the trailer hitch. Make sure the
hitch is centered and will properly connect
up. Set the vehicle brakes.
3-3.4 Raise the landing gear (parking stands)
and lock the hitch in place.
IMPORTANT
KEEP BRAKES ENGAGED FOR REMAINDER
OF HOOKUP, CHECK-OUT PROCEDURES, AND
FOR PARKING.
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