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Maintenance
Trailer Assembly
Disclaime r: Any modifications to the Reilly PT-Series trailer assembly or attached
structures could result in damages to equipment, injury to operators, personnel, or others, and
voiding of the manufacturer's warranty.
(United States Only) Any and all maintenance or modifications to the Reilly PT-Series trailer assemblies must be
done in accordance with United States Federal and State Department of Transportation Standards, to include all applicable
Federal Motor Vehicle Standards covered under Section 571.
Brakes
The PT-Series puller/tensioners are equipped
with a self-adjusting electric drum/shoe brake
system.
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Brakes should be adjusted after the first
200 miles, and then every 3,000 miles
thereafter -
(see self-adjusting instructions in
For all additional inspection,
cleaning, adjustment, and
replacement instructions see
Towing
Prior to towing, the trailer must be hooked up
to a vehicle and hitch capable of supporting
and towing a trailer/machine of this size and
weight, while ensuring that the hitch is
secure, safety chains and break-away switch
are in place, and trailer lighting is connected.
Inspection of brake-away
brake switch should be
done on a regular basis to
ensure that there is no
damage and that it will
function in the event of an
emergency situation.
CAUTION: Some older brake linings may contain
asbestos dust which can cause serious health
problems. Certain precautions should be taken
when servicing brakes- (
for instructions) .
NOTE: Replacement of linings is necessary when
thickness is worn to 1/16inch or less .
NOTE: The approximate trailer weights are:
PT-3500: 9,400 lbs. with rope/drum.
PT-7500: 11,360 lbs. with rope/drum.