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Metal Fold-Up Utility Trailer

Model No. 0220

User’s Manual and Maintenance Guide

Instruction No. 1028859 D

10/26/2007

Warning:

For safe operation of this trailer, be sure to read all

instructions and warnings. Failure to follow instructions and

warnings could result in property damage, serious injury and death.

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Sears Item No. 123.24201

Summary of Contents for 123.24201

Page 1: ...r Model No 0220 User s Manual and Maintenance Guide Instruction No 1028859 D 10 26 2007 Warning For safe operation of this trailer be sure to read all instructions and warnings Failure to follow instructions and warnings could result in property damage serious injury and death Store this manual in the glove compartment of your tow vehicle Sears Item No 123 24201 ...

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Page 3: ...ational Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Lifetime Products If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you Sears or Lifetime Products To contact NHTSA you may either...

Page 4: ...lossary of Tire Terminology 24 6 4 Tire Safety Everything Rides on It 27 6 4 1 Safety first Basic tire maintenance 28 6 4 2 Finding your vehicle s recommended tire pressure and load limits 28 6 4 3 Understanding tire pressure and load limits 28 6 4 4 Checking tire pressure 29 6 4 5 Steps for maintaining proper tire pressure 29 6 4 6 Tire size 29 6 4 7 Tire tread 30 6 4 8 Tire balance and wheel ali...

Page 5: ...uspension Structure 45 10 2 2 Trailer Structure 46 10 2 2 1 Fasteners and Frame Members 46 10 2 2 2 Welds 46 10 2 3 Trailer Connection to Tow Vehicle 47 10 2 3 1 Coupler and Ball 47 10 2 4 Landing Leg or Jack 47 10 2 5 Lights and Signals 47 10 2 6 Tires 48 10 2 7 Wheel Rims 48 10 2 8 Wheels Bearings and Lug Nuts 48 10 2 8 1 Unsealed Bearings Hubs 48 10 2 9 Lug Nuts Bolts 49 10 2 10 Suspension 49 S...

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Page 7: ... which could result in minor or moderate injury if the warning is ignored The level of risk is indicated by the following signal words The safety information in this manual is denoted by the safety alert symbol Safety alert symbols and Signal Words Warning Labels Locations If a label becomes unreadable you can re order them from Customer Service 1 800 422 3865 1 1 2 2 2 3 6 4 10 8 9 7 3 5 5 2 ...

Page 8: ...ing or towing the Trailer ALWAYS load and tow Trailer while Assist Wheel is up Failure to heed this warning could result in permanent damage to the Assist Wheel and void warranty CAUTION Part 1024838 ALWAYS load and tow the Trailer while the Assist Wheel is up Failure to heed this warning could result in permanent damage to the Assist Wheel and void warranty Part 1024838 CAUTION Part 1025229 Part ...

Page 9: ... la bola sea igual que el enganche 3 CERRAR elToRNIllo DEAjUsTE DElENGANChE sobre la bola 4 lEVANTAR el enganche para probar que no se separe de la bola 5 CERRAR el tornillo de ajuste del enganche con un gancho o candado Utilice siempre cadenas de seguridad las cadenas sostienen el remolque en caso de que la conexión falle Usted deberá 1 CRUzAR las cadenas por debajo del enganche 2 pERmITIR que la...

Page 10: ... the Trailer for information regarding how to check This sticker also displays your Vehicle Identification Number VIN in the bottom left hand corner Your trailer is in compliance with the guidelines of the National Association of Trailer Manufacturers Your trailer has its own unique number Note This is not your Vehicle Identification Number VIN Re order 1014245 No re orders 9 This sticker displays...

Page 11: ...EEDED NOT INCLUDED 1 13 16 Lug Wrench or Tire Iron For changing Tires and periodic tightening of Lug Nuts Section 2 Trailer Parts Hardware Hardware Identifier Not to Scale AA AC AB AD AE Before beginning assembly inventory all parts using the Parts List and the Hard ware Identifier below If all parts are not present do NOT assemble the trailer Call 1 800 422 3865 Do Not Discard ...

Page 12: ...when wheel s have been remounted after the first 10 25 and 50 miles of driving and after any impact Lug nuts for the tires must be tightened by the user before each use Sears cannot be held responsible for damages caused by loosened lug nuts Section 3 FIRST time set up requirements Verify the proper PSI for your tire Tire pressure for the 12 rim tire should be at 80 psi WARNING Before loading Trai...

Page 13: ...rical system using the electrical connectors Check all lights for proper operation 1 Clearance and Running Lights Turn on tow vehicle headlights 2 Brake Lights Step on tow vehicle brake pedal 3 Turn Signals Operate tow vehicle directional signal lever Warning To ensure your trailer lights function properly firmly insert the Plug Trailer into the Receptor Tow Vehicle From Trailer From Tow Vehicle F...

Page 14: ...causing property damage and possible injury to other motorists and pedestrians or death Assist Wheel 4 3 Pull forward on the Trailer until the side of the Trailer rests on the Assist Wheel Tongue 4 1 Before unfolding your Trailer remove the plastic Zip Tie holding the Locking Pin to the Tongue of the Trailer Do not cut the Lanyard Locking Pin 4 2 Tilt the front of the Trailer upward and lower the ...

Page 15: ...rank AB from the clips just inside wall of the Trailer Note You may need to remove the Gate Ramp to access the Hand Crank from the insde wall of the Trailer 4 6 Turn the Hand Crank counter clockwise to unfold the Trailer Continue turning the Hand Crank until you cannot turn it any further Hand Crank Coupler Plate Hand Crank WARNING Watch for pinch points while folding and deploying trailer as seri...

Page 16: ... 8 Secure the Locking Pin AD in place with the Cotter Key AE CAUTION ALWAYS tow the Trailer with Locking Pin and Cotter Key in place through Trailer bed and Tongue Ensure you remove Cotter Key and Locking Pin when folding Trailer AE AD Note If the holes in the Bed Pin Retainer and Tongue do not align you must fully unfold the trailer ...

Page 17: ...ler and retract the Assist Wheel Lip WARNING Watch for pinch points as serious injury could occur CAUTION ALWAYS load and tow the Trailer while the Assist Wheel is up Failure to heed this warning could result in permanent damage to the Assist Wheel and void warranty WARNING Do NOT use the Gates for tie down locations All articles being towed must be tied to the side walls of the Trailer Gates can ...

Page 18: ...ld tip causing property damage possible injury or death CAUTION The 2 x 4 Distance Indicator will not prevent you from driving off the front of the Trailer It is used to let you know you re going too far Drive slowly and cautiously when driving vehicles up the ramps 2 x 4 x 63 Distance Indicator Do Not Discard Note To fold the Trailer simply remove the Locking Pin and Gates and turn the Hand Crank...

Page 19: ...g a secure coupling between the trailer and tow vehicle Coupler A device on the tongue of the trailer that connects to the hitch on the tow vehicle Hitch A device on the tow vehicle that supports the weight of the trailer tongue and pulls the trailer The coupler attaches to the hitch Safety chains If the coupler connection comes loose the safety chains can keep the trailer attached to the tow vehi...

Page 20: ...ect it visually for cracks and deformations feel the inside of the coupler for worn spots and pits Be sure the coupler is tight to the tongue of the trailer All coupler fasteners must be visibly solid against the trailer frame Raise the bottom surface of the coupler above the top of the hitch ball Use wood or concrete blocks to support the trailer tongue 5 2 1 2 Preparing the coupler and hitch Lub...

Page 21: ... chains and hooks for wear or damage Replace worn or damaged safety chains and hooks before towing Rig the safety chains so that they 1 cross underneath the coupler 2 loop around a frame member of the tow vehicle or to holes provided in the hitch system but do not attach them to an interchangeable part of the hitch assembly and 3 have enough slack to permit tight turns but not be close to the road...

Page 22: ...local and state laws but do not exceed 65 mph WARNING Improper rigging of the safety chains can result in loss of control of the trailer and the 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...

Page 23: ...r 5 Disconnect the safety chains from the tow vehicle 6 Unlock the coupler and pull the safety latch upward to a vertical position and lift the trailer off the ball From Trailer From Tow Vehicle From Trailer From Tow Vehicle WARNING Check the connection periodically to ensure tail and break lights function properly Failure to follow this warning could result in property damage personal injury and ...

Page 24: ...e 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage capacity is 650 lb 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lb 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle ...

Page 25: ...l bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire or the outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Light truck LT tire A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily intended for use on lightweight ...

Page 26: ...tion options weighing over 2 3 kilograms 5 lb in excess of those standard items which they replace not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight including heavy duty brakes ride levelers roof rack heavy duty battery and special trim Radial ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the center line of the tread Re...

Page 27: ... vehicle or in the case of a non pneumatic tire assembly not incorporating a wheel a mechanical device which attaches either integrally or separably to the non pneumatic tire and provides the connection between tire and the vehicle Wheel holding fixture The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing 6 4 Tire Safety Everything Rides on It The National Traffic Safety Ad...

Page 28: ...oss axle weight ratings GAWR the maximum weight the axle systems are designed to carry Both placards and certification labels are permanently attached to the trailer near the left front 6 4 3 Understanding tire pressure and load limits Tire inflation pressure is the level of air in the tire that provides it with load carrying capacity and affects the overall performance of the vehicle The tire inf...

Page 29: ...oo high in any of the tires slowly release air by gently pressing on the tire valve stem with the edge of your tire gauge until you get to the correct pressure Step 4 If the tire pressure is too low note the difference between the measured tire pressure and the correct tire pressure These missing pounds of pressure are what you will need to add Step 5 At a service station add the missing pounds of...

Page 30: ... balanced This balance is achieved by positioning weights on the wheel to counterbalance heavy spots on the wheel and tire assembly A wheel alignment adjusts the angles of the wheels so that they are positioned correctly relative to the vehicle s frame This adjustment maximizes the life of your tires These adjustments require special equipment and should be performed by a qualified technician 6 4 ...

Page 31: ...r Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law M S The M S or M S indicates that the tire has some mud and snow capability Most radial tires have these markings hence they have some mud and snow capability Speed Rating The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time The ratings range from 99 miles per...

Page 32: ... can be carried by the tire Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions 6 4 10 2 UTQGS Information Tread wear Number This number indicates the tire s wear rate The higher the tread wear number is the longer it should take for the tread to wear down For example a tire graded 400 should ...

Page 33: ... Damage Slow down if you have to go over a pothole or other object in the road Do not run over curbs or other foreign objects in the roadway and try not to strike the curb when parking 6 4 11 2 Tire Safety Checklist Check tire pressure regularly at least once a month including the spare Inspect tires for uneven wear patterns on the tread cracks foreign objects or other signs of wear or trauma Remo...

Page 34: ... a few inches off the ground 6 5 6 Remove the Lug Nuts and Wheel 6 5 7 Place Spare Tire on the axle and tighten Lug Nuts between 95 120 ft lb Do not exceed 120 ft lb 6 5 8 Tighten Lug Nuts in the following sequence Place a Tire Jack here 1 2 3 4 5 WARNING Do not use the Assist Wheel to support the Trailer while changing your tires Trailer could tip over causing serious injury or death ...

Page 35: ...ges caused by loosened lug nuts WARNING To help ensure long tread life and your safety Always check tire pressure to ensure optimum life and performance from your tires The tires that came with your trailer should have a tire pressure of 80 psi Sears cannot be held responsible for dam ages caused by uneven tread wear and blow outs from an under inflated or over inflated tire 6 6 Checking the Tire ...

Page 36: ...axles For tandem and triple axle trailers you must make sure that the front to rear load distribution does not result in overloading any axle Towing stability also depends on keeping the center of gravity as low as possible Load heavy items on the floor and over the axles When loading additional items be sure to maintain even side to side weight distribution and proper tongue weight The total weig...

Page 37: ...weight of the trailer plus its cargo Gross Vehicle Weight or GVW that should appear on the tongue of the trailer For example a trailer with a ball hitch and a loaded weight of 1 000 pounds should have 10 15 of 1 000 pounds on the tongue That is the example trailer would have no more than 100 to 150 pounds on its tongue WARNING Never go under the trailer unless it has been properly supported with j...

Page 38: ... strong block support such as a cement block on the scale note the scale reading for the weight of the block support Lower the tongue until the coupler rests on the block support and the jack is inch above the ground The scale reading minus the weight of the block support is the tongue weight 7 2 Securing the Cargo Since the trailer ride can be bumpy and rough you must secure your cargo so that it...

Page 39: ...re the top of the ramp or ramps is secure to the trailer and the bottom is resting on firm ground Pockets may be provided to hold the ramp to the frame of the trailer 2 Load the cargo onto the trailer 3 Secure the cargo to the trailer using appropriate straps chains and tensioning devices WARNING Do not transport flammable explosive poisonous or other dangerous materials in your trailer Failure to...

Page 40: ...o not load or unload your open trailer unless it is prevented from tipping and is on firm and level ground WARNING Before loading Trailer Trailer must be properly connected to the Tow Vehicle This stabilizes the Trailer Failure to follow this warning could result in property damage personal injury and death WARNING Do NOT use the Gates for tie down locations All articles being towed must be tied t...

Page 41: ...ed Flares and reflectors Section 8 check trailer before during towing Pre tow checklist WARNING An improperly coupled trailer can result in death or serious injury Do not move the trailer until The coupler is secured and locked to hitch The safety chains are secured to the tow vehicle and Assist Wheel is fully retracted You secure Tongue to Bed using Locking Pin and Cotter Key Do not tow the trail...

Page 42: ... wear and blow outs from an under inflated or over inflated tire Failure to heed these warnings could result in personal injury property damage and death WARNING Do NOT use the Gates for tie down locations All articles being towed must be tied to the side walls of the Trailer Gates can dislodge causing property damage and possible injury or death to other motorists and pedestrians Follow local and...

Page 43: ... impact WARNING The lug nuts for the tires must be tightened by the user before each use The tires must be maintained at the proper tire pressure before each use Sears cannot be held responsible for damages caused by loosened lug nuts or uneven tread wear and blow outs from an under inflated or over inflated tire Failure to heed this warning could result in property damage serious injury and death...

Page 44: ...2 6 Wheels Lug Nuts Bolts Hub Check for tightness Tighten to 95 120 ft lb Do not exceed 120 ft lb For new and remounted wheels check torque after first 10 25 50 miles of driving and after any impact Section 6 5 7 9 1 Sections 10 2 8 10 2 8 1 10 2 9 Inspection and Service each 3 Months or 3 000 Miles Item Inspection Service Manual Section Reference Structure Hinges Doors Inspect Repair or replace d...

Page 45: ...you must jack up the trailer When jacking and using jack stands place them so as to clear wiring and suspension parts springs torsion bars etc Place jacks and jack stands inside of the perimeter strip on the supporting structure to which the axles are attached WARNING Worn or broken suspension parts can cause loss of control and property damage serious injury and death may result Have trailer prof...

Page 46: ...ainly for attaching door and gate hinges to the trailer body Buck Rivets which are used to attach the sides and roof panels of the body to each other and to the frame of the trailer and Huck Bolts may be at various locations on the sub frame Huck bolts are not user serviceable If you detect a loose huck bolt fastener do not tow the trailer Call your dealer for instructions 10 2 2 2 Welds All welds...

Page 47: ...tion Oil the pivot points sliding surfaces and spring ends with SAE 30W motor oil Keep the ball pocket and latch mechanism clean Dirt or contamination can prevent proper operation of the latching mechanism When replacing a ball the load rating must match or exceed the GVWR of the trailer 10 2 4 Jack If a grease fitting is present you must use a grease gun to lubricate the jack mechanism Grease the...

Page 48: ...g being out of round and replace any damaged wheel Inspect the wheels for damage every year even if no obvious impact has occurred Also check the tires to ensure they re at the recommended pressure 10 2 8 Wheels Bearings and Lug Nuts To check your bearings jack trailer and check wheels for side to side looseness If the wheels are loose or spin with a wobble the bearings must be serviced or replace...

Page 49: ...the spindle nut is loose Put a new cotter pin through the spindle nut and axle Check the adjustments Both the hub and the spindle nut should be able to move freely the spindle nut motion will be limited by the cotter pin 10 2 9 Lug Nuts Bolts Lug nuts are prone to loosen right after a wheel is mounted to a hub When driving on a remounted wheel check to see if the lug nuts are tight after the first...

Page 50: ...h as you can then have a service garage or dealer tighten the lug nuts to the proper torque Over tightening will result in breaking the studs or permanently deforming the mounting stud holes in the wheels Do not exceed 120 ft lb 10 2 10 Suspension All suspension components should be visually inspected at least every 6000 miles or 6 months Check for loose fasteners and tighten to proper torque valu...

Page 51: ...8 16 x 3 Hex Bolt BM 1024946 Bed Lift Guide BN 1025799 Bed Locating Tab BO 1024906 Short J Channel BP 1025800 Pin Retainer Bracket BQ 1024904 Front Bed Tube Weldment BR 1028124 Right Frame Weldment BU 1024904 Bed Tube Weldment BV 1024903 Rear Tube Weldment DT 1019803 1 4 20 Keps Nut To order parts call our customer service department at 1 800 422 3865 EK BH BC BR BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BJ BI B...

Page 52: ...2 Hex Bolt BJ 300013 3 8 16 Nylock Nut BL 1028123 Left Side Weldment BS 1024902 Long J Channel BT 1024900 Hat Channel Weldment BW 1024899 Rear Hat Channel Weldment BX 1012733 Assist Wheel BY 1025180 1 2 13 Nylock Nut BZ 1024941 Assist Wheel Spring DF 1025187 1 2 13 x 3 Hex Bolt DT 1019803 1 4 20 Keps Nut FA 1024865 Caster Weldment To order parts call our customer service department at 1 800 422 38...

Page 53: ...e Actuator Tube DF 1025187 1 2 13 x 3 Hex Bolt DG 1014296 10 x 3 4 Self Tapping Screw DH 300137 3 8 16 x 1 Hex Bolt DI 1025227 1 2 13 x 2 Hex Bolt DL 1027957 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt DM 1027959 1 4 28 Centerlock Nut DN 1026118 Folding Jack DO 1025651 Jack to Axle Bracket DP 1024329 Jack Spacer DQ 1027958 1 4 28 x 2 1 4 Hex Bolt DR 1025798 Crank Plate DS 300031 3 8 Standard Washer DU 1025751 3 8 16 ...

Page 54: ...ing Spindle Weldment CI 1021745 Hub CJ 1009585 Tire CK 1010432 Rim CL 1016243 Lug Nut CM 1025186 1 2 Standard USS Washer CO 1024795 Center Axle Assembly CP 1025179 1 2 13 x 4 1 2 Hex Bolt CQ 1012279 Chrome Hub Cap CR 1024860 U Bracket CS 1025435 1 14 Slotted Axle Nut ID Part No Description CT 1025431 1 1 16 Bearing CU 1025433 Dust Cap CV 1025434 Seal CW 1025436 1 Spindle Washer CX 1025437 1 8 x 2 ...

Page 55: ...C 1023448 Left Decking Wide ED 1023444 Right Decking Narrow EE 1026660 Hand Crank Holder EF 1025216 Rubber Wiring Grommet EG 1025050 3 4 Rubber Wiring Grommet EH 1016473 License Plate Holder EI 1016474 Wiring Harness Not shown EJ 1015282 Wiring Conduit Not shown EK 1025052 Assist Wheel Rubber Bumper EL 1028013 Jack Retainer Clip EB EA DG EF To order parts call our customer service department at 1 ...

Page 56: ...cratching or scuffing of the product that may result from normal use Defects resulting from intentional damage negligence unreasonable use improper loading overloading installation of improper equipment improper towing and failure to ensure lug nuts are tight Liability for incidental or consequential damages to the extent permitted by law While every attempt is made to embody the highest degree of...

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