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Be sure to follow these guidelines to prevent possible hazards from misuse.
Important Safety Check List
1.
Do NOT exceed the trailer’s maximum weight capacity load of 1,000 lbs (455 kilos) The Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (G.V.W.R.) for the GearWagon™ 125 trailer is 1,480 lbs (672 kilos), and is calculated as follows:
The Empty Weight of the Trailer (480 lbs/218 kilos) + the maximum payload the trailer can carry (1,000 lbs/455
kilos) = 1,480 lbs/672 Kilograms G.V.W.R.
2. Make sure the towing vehicle as well as the hitch is capable of towing the trailer and its payload. Check your vehicle
and hitch owner’s manual for tow ratings.
3. The tail light bulbs supplied with this trailer are for a 12 volt DC electrical system only. Do not attempt to power the light
bulbs with any other type or voltage electrical current.
4. Always check to make sure the payload being transported is properly and safely secured in the trailer. Never place-
loads on one side only. Load the trailer evenly from side to side with 60% of the load forward of the axle (the tongue
weight is 10% of the load, which does not include the wieght of the trailer. The load is divided so that 90% of the load
is over the axle and 10% is over the tongue). See diagrams below:
Before Each Use
Trailers are generally not used everyday. Your trailer may sit for extended periods of time between uses making it very impor-
tant to check all components thoroughly before each use. Following these simple instructions will maximize the life of your
trailer and keep you safely transporting your cargo.
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Always check wheel lug nuts for proper tightness. When using trailer for the first time, check wheel lug nuts for
proper tightness at 50 miles of travel. Before every subsequent use and at 500 mile intervals during every trip, check
and tighten the tire lug nuts. Always ensure wheel bolts are tight. Torque to 50 – 75 ft.-lbs.
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Inspect the general condition of the trailer. Check for loose bolts and nuts, misalignment or binding of moving parts,
cracked, bent, or broken parts, excessively worn safety cable, damaged tail lights/side running lights/wire harness,
loose lug nuts, loose hitch connection, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
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Check your maintenance schedule to ensure that all routine maintenance matters are current. Perform any neglect-
ed maintenance by a qualified technician.
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Check the tires for wear and the tire pressure for proper inflation (30 PSI).
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Check the operation of all lights. Replace any faulty bulbs. Operating lights are mandatory on a trailer. Periodically
check lighting when towing over long distances. Check the tightness of all connections.
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Make sure wiring is properly installed and secured to trailer to prevent from hanging and catching on any road debris.
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Make sure the safety cables are attached to the trailer and the towing vehicle. Criss-cross cables as necessary to
prevent from hanging and catching on any road debris.
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Check and adjust your tow vehicle’s tow height to make sure that the trailer is being towed level.
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Check that the trailer coupler is fastened securely onto the trailer ball. The GearWagon™ 125 is equipped with a
2” coupler and must be used with a 2” trailer ball. After assembly and attachment, pull up and down on the coupler
to make sure the hitch ball is fitting snugly in the coupler. If the coupler is not secured properly, the ball could come
loose while the trailer is in motion, possibly causing property damage, serious personal injury, or death.
• Verify that endgate is secured by properly closing draw latch.
• Verify that the lid is secured using elastomer draw latch and pin locks furnished.
Center Load from
Side to Side
60% of Load
Forward of Axle
90% of Load
Over Axle
Summary of Contents for GearWagon 125 Camper
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