On the Road - continued
It is the ultimate responsibility of the user to correctly load the trailer, distribute the weight appropriately and
not exceed the placard cargo rating disclosed. Instructions on how to properly accomplish this are disclosed
in the "on the road" section of the owner's manual.
This portion of the Owner's Manual contains tire safety information as required by 49 CFR 575.6
Section 1, based in part on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Brochure entitled "Tire Safety-
Everything Rides on It, contains the following items:
- Tire labeling, including a description and explanation of each marking on the tires, and information about the
DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN).
- Recommended tire inflation pressure, including a description and explanation of:
A. Cold Inflation Pressure
B. Vehicle Placard and location of the trailer.
C. Adverse safety consequences of under inflation (including tire failure)
D. Measuring and adjusting air pressure for proper inflation.
- Tire Care, including maintenance and safety practices
- Trailer load limits, including a description and explanation of the following items:
A. Locating and understanding the load limit information, total load capacity, and cargo capacity
B. Calculating total cargo capacity
C. Determining compatibility of tire and trailer load capabilities
D. Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping on tires.
Section 2 contains "Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit".
SECTION 1
The National Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has published a brochure (DOT HS 809 361) that
discusses all aspects of Tire Safety, as required by CFR 575.6. This brochure is reproduced in part below. It
can be obtained and downloaded from NHTSA, free of charge, from the following website:
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/TireSafety/ridesonit/tires_index.html
Studies of tire safety show that maintaining proper tire pressure, observing tire and trailer load limits (not
carrying more weight in your trailer than your tires or trailer can safely handle), avoiding road hazards, and
inspecting tires for cuts, slashes, and other irregularities are the most important things you can do to avoid tire
failure, such as tread separation or blowout and flat tires. These actions, along with other care and
maintenance activities, can also:
- Improve trailer handling
- Help protect you and others from avoidable breakdowns and accidents
- Improve fuel economy
- Increase the life of your tires
This booklet presents a comprehensive overview of tire safety, including information on the following topics:
- Basic tire maintenance
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading System
- Fundamental Characteristics of tires
- Tire safety tips
Use this information to make tire safety a regular part of your trailer maintenance routine. Recognize that the
time you spend is minimal compared with the inconvenience and safety consequences of a flat tire or other tire
failure.
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