FOR ADDED SAFETY:
Insert a pin or padlock (not
included) to lock the lever
closed once the coupler
is clamped onto the ball.
WARNING:
If for any reason
the factory chain length to your
vehicle is not long enough, add
additional chain links before
using.
5
Hitch Information
VEHICLE HITCH AND BALL MOUNT
The vehicle hitch is the assembly installed on the tow vehicle.
Typically, the ball mount (or draw bar) inserts into the vehicle hitch
receiver and is secured with a locking pin. The hitch ball mounts
to the ball mount. Ball mounts are available in various vertical
height off-sets. Choose the proper offset to get the top of the ball
22" off the ground so your trailer tongue is parallel to the ground.
RACKandROLL trailers work with Class I, II, or III hitches when a
size 2" ball is securely provided. The Class I vehicle hitch carries
the lightest rating with a maximum 200 lb. (91kg) tongue weight
and 2000 lb. (907kg) towing weight and features a 1
1
⁄
4
" square
receiver. A Class I vehicle hitch is more than adequate for the
RACKandROLL trailer’s light weight.
TRAILER COUPLER AND BALL
The trailer coupler features a ball
clamp underneath the latch which
tightens onto the ball when the
latch is closed. The ball clamp
has an adjustment nut (facing the
ground). A little play is good, but tighten the nut to remove excess
play if necessary. The coupler latch mechanism must be securely
locked with your safety pin/padlock inserted. The ball should be
lightly greased.
SAFETY CHAIN:
Always attach the safety chain securely to the
vehicle hitch. It must be long enough for tight turns and short enough
to not drag on the ground. If the chain is too long, you can twist the
chain (like winding up a rubber band) to make it shorter.
WARNING:
The proper distance
from the ground to
the top of the hitch
ball is 22" (56cm) for
your RACKandROLL
trailer. Have a qualified
vehicle hitch installer
inspect your hitch
before towing. Make
sure your hitch has
provisions for the
connection of your
safety chain.
Adjustment Nut
Safety
Chain
WARNING:
Serious injury or
death
can result from the hitch
ball not being properly secured
and locked in the trailer coupler.
You must use a
2
" ball size.
Add
Safety Clip
Trailer Coupler
(unhitched)
2
" Ball
“Offset”
Ball Mount
Hitch
Pin
Hitch
Receiver
