TM Eco Series
Operating & Safety Instructions
USA – 07/11
Issue 01
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4.6.2
TOWING
THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED TOWING SPEED OF A NIFTYLIFT IS 45 MPH
WITH A VEHICLE THAT COMPLIES WITH ALL ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATIONS.
SPEEDING MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
DO NOT TOW THE MACHINE ON THE ROAD AT SPEED WITHOUT EXTENDING
THE AXLES. (IF FITTED). PLEASE REFER TO DECALS ON MACHINE FOR
INSTRUCTIONS.
It is recommended that the maximum towing speed of 45mph be adhered to for the greatest safety. In
other than perfect conditions it is sensible to further reduce your speed in order to ensure full control
over your vehicle and trailer. The importance of the suitability of your towing vehicle must be stressed.
The manufacturers' details concerning each model will give you recommended Gross Vehicle Weights
(GVW) or Gross Train Weights (GTW) neither of which should be exceeded.
Brake Adjustment
Trailer brakes are adjusted for gradual over-run braking on initial build. After being towed for the
first
week or 150 miles
, the brake shoes will 'bed-in' and
require adjustment
for this wear. Adjust the
brake shoe clearance and check the hand brake lever travel in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. Please contact Niftylift Service Department for the correct adjustment procedure for your
specific brake/tow hitch combination.
POSITION THE TOWING VEHICLE AND TRAILER ON LEVEL GROUND BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
COUPLE/DE-COUPLE.
Coupling Instructions
1)
Depress the trigger on the lever mechanism and lift the handle upwards and forward.
2)
Place the unlocked coupling head onto the towing ball and apply slight downward pressure. The
head will automatically lock onto the ball.
3)
Ensure that the trigger has returned to its free position before attempting to tow, and that the
coupling head is securely on the towing ball.
4)
Connect the breakaway cable/chain to the towing vehicle hitch - not to the tow ball itself.
5)
Connect the lighting plug to the vehicle and check the light functions.
6)
Raise the jacking wheel to its stowed position and secure for transit.
De-coupling Instructions
1)
Apply trailer handbrake and chock wheels.
2)
Lower the jacking wheel to the ground. Disconnect the breakaway cable/chain and lighting
plug.
3)
Operate the handle by depressing the trigger and manually lift the coupling head clear of the
towing ball or screw down the telescopic jacking wheel to achieve the same effect.
Handbrake Operation
1)
To operate the trailer parking brakes pull the handbrake lever upwards and backwards. The
spring loaded mechanism will engage and stay in the operated position until re-set.
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