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WARNING
3.2
CHECKING THE TONGUE WEIGHT
To check the tongue weight, the tow vehicle and trailer must be on level ground, as they will
be when the trailer is being towed.
If you know the weight of your tow vehicle axles when you are not towing a trailer, trailer
tongue weight can be determined with the use of a truck axle scale.
The recommended method of checking tongue weight is to use an accessory called a “tongue
weight scale.” If don’t have access to a tongue weight scale, call inTech Trailers Parts, Service
and Warranty Department for assistance.
An alternate method of checking tongue weight involves the use of a portable scale. The loaded
trailer must be on a smooth and level surface, and you must block the trailer wheels, front and
rear.
WARNING
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Raise the tongue of the trailer with the jack
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Place the portable scale on the ground directly below the coupler.
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Place a strong support (such as a cement block) on the scale – note the scale reading
for the weight of the block support.
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Lower the tongue until the coupler rests on the support and the jack is inch above the
ground.
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The scale reading, minus the weight of the block support is the tongue weight.
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If the tongue weight exceeds the capacity of a portable scale, you should have your
tongue weight checked at an axle weighing scale.
Improper tongue weight (load distribution) can result in loss of control of the trailer,
leading to death or serious injury.
Make certain that tongue weight is within the allowable range.
Be sure to:
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Distribute the load front-to-rear to provide proper tongue weight (see chart)
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Distribute the load evenly, right and left, to avoid tire overload; and
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Keep the center of gravity low.
An unrestrained trailer can fall off its support, resulting in serious injury or death.
Before checking tongue weight, block trailer wheels, front and rear.