MasterCraft NXT20 2017, Руководство пользователя

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2017 OWNERS MANUAL / 412
Failure to properly attach the safety cables and brake actuator
break-away cable between the trailer and the tow vehicle may
result in a runaway trailer if the trailer coupler becomes detached
from the hitch. This may cause serious injury, death and/or prop-
erty damage.
The strength rating of EACH safety cable must be equal to or ex-
ceed the trailer’s GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).
Before each trip, ensure that the safety cables are correctly at-
tached between the tow vehicle and the trailer. Secure the break-
away cable to the bumper or frame of the tow vehicle as close to
center as possible but do not attach to the safety cables.
As noted above, the trailer hitch
should provide a place for attaching
safety cables, through holes or rings
on both sides of the hitch ball. It is
strongly recommended, and most
states require, that the cables be
crossed under the trailer tongue (e.g.,
the cables on the left side of the trail-
er tongue should be attached to the hole or ring on the right side
of the hitch ball, and the right side cable should be attached to the
hole or ring on the left side of the hitch ball). If the trailer separates
from the hitch ball doing so will slow the process of the dropping of
the trailer tongue. The cables should be rigged as tightly as pos-
sible, with just enough slack to permit tight turns. If for any reason
it becomes necessary to replace a safety cable, do not substitute
with any part other than a genuine MasterCraft cable.
Breakaway Cable
Secure the breakaway cable to the bumper or frame of the tow
vehicle as close to the center as possible, but do not attach it to the
safety chains. The cable MUST hang clear of the trailer tongue and
be long enough to permit sharp turns without pulling the cable to
prevent the brakes from being engages. The intent of the breakaway
cable is to apply the brakes if the safety chains fail. Do not loop an
S-hook over the breakaway cable to attach it.
Never tow a trailer without the breakaway cable secured to the tow
vehicle.
To retract the breakaway cable, slide the coupler fully forward and
push up on the push rod release bracket located on the underside
and behind the hitch ball socket.
may be built or marketed with the idea of improving stability in tow-
ing, but instead, devices of this nature may create a very unstable
condition in which control of the trailer may be lost during towing.
The MasterCraft trailer was designed and built to be attached
directly to the tow vehicle, and the trailer should only be attached
in that manner. This is especially critical in maintaining the proper
weight balance, which is described in more detail in this section of
the Owner’s Manual.
Trailer sway control devices that restrict the operation of the actu-
ator MUST NOT be used. These devices can limit the effectiveness
of the trailer brakes.
Safety Cables
The safety cables on a MasterCraft trailer provide added security
so that the trailer will not become detached from the tow vehicle
when underway. These cables conform to the Society of Automotive
Engineers (SAE) J684 standard for trailer coupling and hitches au-
tomotive type. If it ever becomes necessary to replace these cables,
ensure that the replacement cables meet the SAE J684 standard.
Checking And Resetting The Breakaway Cable
To retract or release the breakaway cable,
remove the plastic cap on top of the actu-
ator. Verify the E-stop (breakaway cable)
is “set”, with the cable bracket toward the
rear of the opening. To release, press
on the forward E-stop release bracket
(front of opening) with your finger or a
screwdriver until the E-stop cable bracket
snaps back into the forward, disengaged position. A screwdriver
may be needed to assist in prying the cable bracket forward.
The breakaway system must be reset anytime the cable has been
pulled.
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