Double A Trailers Gooseneck Series, Руководство пользователя

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overloading and, as a result, abnormal tire flexing
occurs. This situation can generate an excessive
amount of heat within the tire. Excessive heat may lead
to tire failure. It is the air pressure that enables a tire
to support the load, so proper inflation is critical. The
proper air pressure may be found on the Certification /
VIN label and/or on the Tire Placard. This value should
never exceed the maximum cold inflation pressure
stamped on the tire.
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1.
Locate the statement, “The weight of cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.,” on your vehicle’s
placard.
2.
This figure equals the available amount of cargo
and luggage load capacity.
3.
Determine the combined weight of luggage and
cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may
not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage
load capacity.
4.
The trailer’s placard refers to the Tire Information
Placard attached adjacent to or near the trailer’s
VIN (Certification) label at the left front of the
trailer.
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(Note: These trailers are not required to have a tire
information placard on the trailer and may not have
one installed)
1.
Determine the empty weight of your trailer by
weighing the trailer using a public scale or other
means.
2.
Locate the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of
the trailer on your trailer’s VIN (Certification) label.
3.
Subtract the empty weight of your trailer from the
GVWR stated on the VIN label. That weight is the
maximum available cargo capacity of the trailer
and may not be safely exceeded. National Highway
Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) in
addition to notifying us.
after five years, trailer tires are considered worn out
and should be replaced, even if they have had minimal
or no use. This is such a general statement that it
may not apply in all cases. It is best to have your tires
inspected by a tire supplier to determine if your tires
need to be replaced.
If you are storing your trailer for an extended period,
make sure the tires are fully inflated to the maximum
rated pressure and that you store them in a cool, dry
place, such as a garage. Use tire covers to protect the
trailer tires from the harsh effects of the sun.
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Determining the load limits of a trailer includes more
than understanding the load limits of the tires alone.
On all trailers there is a Federal Certification / VIN label
that is located on the forward half of the left (road) side
of the unit. This certification/VIN label will indicate the
trailer’s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). This is
the most weight the fully loaded trailer can weigh. It will
also provide the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
This is the most a particular axle can weigh. If there
are multiple axles, the GAWR of each axle will be
provided.
If your trailer has a GVWR of 10,000 pounds or less,
there is a vehicle placard located in the same location
as the certification label described above. This placard
provides tire and loading information. In addition, this
placard will show a statement regarding maximum
cargo capacity.
Cargo can be added to the trailer, up to the maximum
weight specified on the placard. The combined weight
of the cargo is provided as a single number. In any
case, remember: the total weight of a fully loaded trailer
can not exceed the stated GVWR.
When loading your cargo, be sure it is distributed
evenly to prevent overloading front to back and side to
side. Heavy items should be placed low and as close
to the axle positions as reasonable. Too many items
on one side may overload a tire. The best way to know
the actual weight of the vehicle is to weigh it at a public
scale. Talk to your dealer to discuss the weighing
methods needed to capture the various weights related
to the trailer. This would include the weight empty or
unloaded, weights per axle, wheel, hitch or king-pin,
and total weight.
Excessive loads and/or underinflation cause tire
Tire Safety