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Always check to be sure all air bags are fully inflated before driving away.
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Do not operate loaded trailer in excess of five miles per hour (5 mph) with
current applied and air bags exhausted.
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Do not operate trailer when air bags are exhausted except in parking lots or
loading areas.
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It is unlawful to operate trailers with air bags exhausted on public
thoroughfares.
1.1.2.3
GENERAL ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES FOR SETTING RIDE HEIGHT
Figure 2
1.1.2.3.1
Level the trailer so that mounting surface of suspension is parallel to
centerline of axles.
1.1.2.3.2
Verify proper ride height of suspension by looking at tag on suspension or
calling LUFKIN Trailers.
1.1.2.3.3
Block axle to trailer frame to proper dimension by subtracting 1/2 of axle O.D.
from ride height. Cut a block of wood to this dimension, and insert the block
between axle and frame. Lower trailer onto this block.
1.1.2.3.4
Center the leveling valve to neutral position, adjust linkage, and secure it.
1.1.2.3.5
Remove blocks. Apply air and verify ride height.
1.1.3
ALIGNMENT
1.1.3.1
SPRING HUTCH
Your new LUFKIN Trailer was aligned at the factory before delivery. For safe and efficient
operation and to prevent excessive tire wear, off tracking and hard pulling it is
recommended that after a short break-in period you have a qualified trailer mechanic
check the alignment.
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