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I I . S A F E T Y
HITCH CLASS INFORMATION
Hitches come in a variety of sizes and are des-
ignated by class. The classes range from Class
I to Class IV. A heavier load requires a larger
class, which has a higher
tongue weight
.
Tongue weight is the amount of weight (down-
ward force) that the load puts on the hitch.
See
figure 1
.
The combined weight of your lift and mobility
device gives you the
minimum
tongue weight
for your application. Exceeding the tongue
weight of a hitch creates an unsafe driving
situation and can damage the hitch and/or the
vehicle.
See figures 2 and 3
.
WARNING! Adding accessories,
oversize batteries, or a different
seat will increase the weight of
your mobility device. Verify with
your authorized Silver Star
Provider that the total weight of
your mobility device, including
additions, does not exceed the
maximum weight allowance.
WARNING! Never exceed the
maximum lifting capacity of a lift
regardless of the class of hitch
being used. Doing so may cause
lift and/or vehicle damage.
Figure 1. Tongue Weight Pressure Point
Figure 2. Unsafe Driving Situation
Figure 3. Vehicle Damage
Hitch Classes
A
Class I
hitch has a maximum tongue weight of 200 lbs. (90.71 kg).
A
Class II
hitch has a maximum tongue weight of 350 lbs. (158.75 kg).
A
Class III
hitch has a maximum tongue weight of 500 lbs. (226.79 kg).
A
Class IV
hitch has a maximum tongue weight of 1200 lbs. (544.31 kg).
WARNING! Before installing the lift and applicable hitch systems, check your vehicle
owner’s manual for hitch maximum tongue weight capacity. Do not exceed the maxi-
mum tongue weight capacity of your vehicle.
