TM Series
Operating & Safety Instructions
USA – 05/11
Issue 01
27
4.6.2
TOWING
THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED TOWING SPEED OF A NIFTYLIFT IS 50 MPH
WITH A VEHICLE THAT COMPLIES WITH ALL ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATIONS.
SPEEDING MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
DO NOT TOW THE MACHINE ON THE ROAD AT SPEED WITHOUT EXTENDING
THE AXLES. (IF FITTED). PLEASE REFER TO DECALS ON MACHINE FOR
INSTRUCTIONS.
It is recommended that the maximum towing speed of 50mph 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.
Wheel Nut Check
If being towed for the first time after initial build, please ensure the wheel nuts are secured to the
correct torque (Refer to Section 3.5) after
two days or 100 miles
. Also, if wheels have been removed,
recheck torque after travelling a
maximum
distance of
100 miles
.
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 to the tow ball. (do not connect the cable to the vehicle chassis)
5)
Connect the breakaway chains to the vehicle chassis.
6)
Connect the lighting plug to the vehicle and check the light functions.
7)
Raise the jacking wheel to its stowed position and secure for transit.
De-coupling Instructions
1)
Apply trailer handbrake and chock wheels.
2)
Lower the jacking wheel to the ground. Disconnect the breakaway cable/chains 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 jacking wheel to achieve the same effect.
