TSE DPT60, Owner'S Manual

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Trip Preparation Checklist
There are a number of simple rules to follow in caring for your
trailer axle assembly that can add to its life and in the case of
some of these rules, you may be protecting your own life as well.
Using the following checklist before starting a trip with your trailer
is highly recommended. Some of these items should be checked
2-3 weeks prior to a planned trip to allow sufficient time to
perform maintenance.
1. Check your maintenance schedule and be sure you are
up-to-date.
2. Check hitch. Is it showing wear? Is it properly lubricated?
3. Fasten safety chains and breakaway switch actuating chain
securely. Make certain the breakaway battery is fully
charged.
4. Inspect towing hookup for secure attachment.
5. Load your trailer so that approximately 10% of the trailers
total weight is on the hitch. For light trailers this should be
increased to 15%.
6. Do Not Overload. Stay within your gross vehicle rated
capacity (consult your trailers identification plate).
7. Inflate tires according to manufacturer's specifications;
inspect tires for cuts, excessive wear, etc.
8. Check wheel mounting nuts/bolts with a torque wrench.
Torque, in proper sequence, to the levels specified in this
manual.
9. Make certain brakes are synchronized and functioning
properly.
10. Check tightness of hanger bolt, shackle bolt, and U-bolt
nuts per torque values specified in manual.
11. Check operation of all lights.
12. Check that your trailer is towing in a level position and
adjust hitch height if required.
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