TM Series
Operating & Safety Instructions
English/USA – 01/10
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4.7.2
TOWING
THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED TOWING SPEED OF A NIFTYLIFT IS 45 MPH
(72 KMPH) WITH A VEHICLE THAT COMPLIES WITH ALL ROAD TRAFFIC
REGULATIONS. SPEEDING MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
It is recommended that the maximum towing speed of 45mph (72kmph) be adhered to for the greatest
safety. In other than perfect conditions it is sensible to further reduce your speed in order to ensure full
control over your vehicle and trailer. The importance of the suitability of your towing vehicle must be
stressed. The manufacturers' details concerning each model will give you recommended Gross Vehicle
Weights (GVW) or Gross Train Weights (GTW) neither of which should be exceeded.
Brake Adjustment
Trailer brakes are adjusted for gradual over-run braking on initial build. After being towed for the
first
week or 150 miles
, the brake shoes will 'bed-in' and
require adjustment
for this wear. Adjust the
brake shoe clearance and check the hand brake lever travel in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. Please contact Niftylift Service Department for the correct adjustment procedure for your
specific brake/tow hitch combination.
POSITION TOWING VEHICLE AND TRAILER ON LEVEL GROUND BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
COUPLE/DE-COUPLE.
Coupling Instructions
1)
Depress the trigger on the lever mechanism and lift the handle upwards and forward.
2)
Place the unlocked coupling head onto the towing ball and apply slight downward pressure. The
head will automatically lock onto the ball.
3)
Ensure that the trigger has returned to its free position before attempting to tow, and that the
coupling head is securely on the towing ball.
4)
Connect the breakaway cable/chain to the towing vehicle hitch - not to the tow ball itself.
5)
Connect the lighting plug to the vehicle and check the light functions.
6)
Raise the jockey wheel to its stowed position and secure for transit.
De-coupling Instructions
1)
Apply trailer handbrake and chock wheels.
2)
Lower the jockey wheel to the ground. Disconnect the breakaway cable/chain and lighting
plug.
3)
Operate the handle by depressing the trigger and manually lift the coupling head clear of the
towing ball or screw down the telescopic jockey wheel to achieve the same effect.
Handbrake Operation
1)
To operate the trailer parking brakes pull the handbrake lever upwards and backwards. The
spring loaded mechanism will engage and stay in the operated position until re-set.
2)
To disengage the parking brakes, firmly grasp the handbrake lever and pull upwards. Depress
the ratchet release button in the end of the handbrake lever and return the lever to the horizontal
position. Care should be taken when operating the handbrake lever due to the forces involved in
engaging the ratchet mechanism.
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