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Safety Chains
Can Prevent Runaway Trailer in case hitch/coupler fails.
1.
Always use safety chains when towing.
2.
Cross safety chains under coupling to prevent tongue from dropping to ground.
3.
Allow only enough slack for tight turns.
4.
Do not let safety chains drag on ground.
5.
Twist safety chains equally from hook ends to take up slack.
6.
Only use DOT graded safety chains rated equal to or greater than twice the maximum gross
trailer weight rating.
ILLUSTRATION 27
Uncontrolled tilting of trailer can result in personal injury or equipment damage.
1.
Distribute weight so that trailer tongue weight is approximately 10-15% of the gross trailer weight.
Incorrect tongue weight can cause fishtailing and loss of control of towing vehicle resulting
in serious injury and equipment damage.
2.
Tongue weight is the amount of trailer weight that rests on the towing vehicle hitch − that is, the
downward pressure on the coupler.
3.
Remove or adjust trailer load to get correct tongue weight.
4.
Do not let tongue weight exceed coupler and hitch rating.
5.
Use slower speeds when towing a trailer.
Maintenance
Keep hitch ball lubricated.
When not in use, remove ball mount and shank and store in clean, dry place.
Keep hitch parts painted to prevent rust and maintain good appearance.
Do not remove or paint over labels.
Keep lift brackets clean.
Use a light lubrication such as petroleum jelly on the lift bracket support surfaces to reduce wear and to
keep rust to a minimum.
At The Beginning of Every Towing Day:
• Clean ball and coupler socket and coat ball lightly with grease.
• Ensure the "L" pins are secured in place on the lift brackets
• Ensure the "D" pins are securing the spring bars in the trunnions by giving the spring bars a tug before
lifting into the lift brackets.
• Check that the hitch pin is in place and secure.
• Check frame bracket bolts are tight.
• Ensure the coupler latch is closed and locked with a pin.
• If electric brakes are used ensure the emergency break away cable is attached to the tow vehicle.
• Check to see that all electrical hook-ups are in working order and that the safety chains are securely
connected.
• Towing safely is the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle. Failure to tow safely can result in vehicle
damage, bodily injury or death.
All Products limited to Vehicle Tow Rating, see Vehicle Owners Manual. Visit www.huskytow.com for Warranty Information / Tech Support /
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