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SECTION 3
PRE-TRAVEL INFORMATION
hitch manufacturer instructions to adjust the
weight-distributing hitch to the proper height.
If you have additional questions, consult with
your
dealer.
Travel Lite
cannot
be
responsible for the suspension system of any
tow vehicle. There are a variety of tow vehicle
suspension systems available that will affect
the ball height, stability and levelness of a
hooked up RV. Make certain your Dealer is
aware of the tow vehicle you are using so a
compatible hookup is achieved. Depending on
the model, your required travel trailer hitch
ball diameter is either 2” or 2-5/16” (consult
your dealer for assistance).
S
WAY
C
ONTROL
(C
USTOMER
S
UPPLIED
)
A sway control device (customer supplied)
should be used with your tow vehicle/travel
trailer combination. Consult with your
Dealer to obtain the proper equipment for
your needs.
Sway control devices are available to reduce
the sway produced by crosswinds, air
displacement caused by other vehicles
passing you in transit, incorrect weight
distribution, excessive speed, the RV tires
dropping onto the shoulder of the road, etc.
You will also want to discuss this purchase
with your Dealer.
The use of a sway control device will help to
control the side-to-side movement and keep
sway in check.
Suggestions for sway situations:
‰
Slowly ease your foot off the accelerator.
‰
Turn the steering wheel as little as
possible. Natural lag time reaction when
counter-steering to correct sway could
possibly make it worse.
‰
If the trailer is equipped with electric
brakes, using the hand control will help to
keep the vehicles aligned.
‰
As soon as possible, stop to determine
the cause of the sway. Check all
equipment and load distribution. If the
problem cannot be solved immediately,
contact your Dealer for a service
appointment (travel at a very reduced
speed on your way there).
W
EIGHT
D
ISTRIBUTING
S
YSTEM
(C
USTOMER
S
UPPLIED
)
A weight distributing hitch system provides a
more stable tow vehicle/RV combination. This
system will spread the weight evenly to
distribute it to the tow vehicle front and rear
axles and the trailer axle. Consult with your
dealer to familiarize yourself with the
operation and requirements of the weight
distributing hitch system. Be certain your tow
vehicle can carry the hitch weight.
RV B
RAKE
S
YSTEM
Failure to maintain the brakes in proper
working condition as specified in the
operator’s manual supplied by the axle
OEM will cause property damage, personal
injury and possibly death. Consult with your
dealer for assistance.
The electric brakes are designed to work with
the tow vehicle brakes. To maintain proper
braking performance, both the RV and tow
vehicle brakes must be used together.
Separate use of the braking systems will
cause accelerated wear and damage.
When your RV is new, it is impossible to
adjust the brake shoes precisely. It takes
approximately 1,000 miles and/or 50
medium to heavy stops to “burnish” fit or
“seat” the shoes to the brake drum. After
the initial break-in period your brake shoes
must be adjusted accurately for best
performance and increased durability.
Braking system components include:
‰
Tow vehicle battery
‰
Brake controller
‰
Wire harness/connector plug
‰
Trailer battery
‰
Breakaway switch
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