Titan Leaf Pro, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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General Safety Information
1.2.5. P
ROPER
U
SE OF
S
AFETY
C
HAINS
If your trailer comes loose from the hitch for any reason, we have provided safety chains so that control of
the trailer can still be maintained.
1.2.6. P
ROPER
C
ONNECTION OF
B
REAKAWAY
B
RAKE
Your trailer is equipped with a breakaway brake system that can apply the brakes on your trailer if your
trailer comes loose from the hitch ball for any reason.
See page 99 for complete instructions regarding
the break-away system . The breakaway brake system, including battery, must be in good condition and
properly rigged to be effective.
^ W
ARNING
An ineffective or inoperative breakaway brake system can result in a runaway trailer, leading
to death or serious injury if the coupler or hitch fails.
The breakaway cable must be connected to the tow vehicle, and NOT to any part of the hitch.
Before towing the trailer, test the function of the breakaway brake system. If the breakaway
brake system is not working, do not tow the trailer. Have it serviced or repaired.
1.2.7. M
ATCHING
T
RAILER AND
H
ITCH
^ Danger
Use of a hitch with a load rating less than the load rating of the trailer can result in loss of
control and may lead to death or serious injury.
Use of a tow vehicle with a towing capacity less than the load rating of the trailer can result in
loss of control, and may lead to death or serious injury.
Be sure your hitch and tow vehicle are rated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of
your trailer.
1.2.8. W
ORN
T
IRES
, L
OOSE
W
HEELS
,
AND
L
UG
N
UTS
As with any vehicle, the trailer tires and wheels are important safety items. Therefore, it is essential to
inspect the trailer tires before each tow.
If a tire has a bald spot, bulge, cut, cracks, or is showing any cords, replace the tire before towing. If a
tire has uneven tread wear, take the trailer to a dealer service center for diagnosis. Uneven tread wear
can be caused by tire imbalance, axle misalignment or incorrect inflation.
^ W
ARNING
Improper rigging of the safety chains can result in loss of control of the trailer
and tow vehicle, leading to death or serious injury, if the trailer uncouples
from the tow vehicle.
Fasten chains to frame of tow vehicle. Do not fasten chains to any part of the
hitch unless the hitch has holes or loops specifically for that purpose.
Cross chains underneath hitch and coupler with enough slack to permit turning
and to hold tongue up, if the trailer comes loose.