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1. Perform all pre-operation checks. See Pre-Operation
Checklist.
2. Run the engine through a startup and shutdown cycle
to verify operation. See Operation - Operating The
Engine. Also refer to the engine operator's manual.
Preparing For Transport
1. Shut down the engine. See Operation - Operating
The Engine. Also refer to the engine operator's
manual.
2. Close and lock all access doors.
Towing
Maximum highway speed is 65 mph (105 km/h).
Maximum off- highway speed is 20 mph (32 km/h). Do not
exceed these speed limits.
WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
Towing the trailer at highway speeds in excess of 65 mph
(105 km/h) could result in death or serious injury. Do not
tow the trailer at highway speeds in excess of 65 mph
(105 km/h).
Tow vehicle / hitch requirements
1. Check the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of
the trailer. See Specifications.
2. Check the rated towing capacity of the tow vehicle
and hitch. Both must meet or exceed the GVWR of
the trailer.
Note: Check the vehicle owner's manual and hitch
owner's manual for rated towing capacities.
WARNING
Towing Hazard
Using a tow vehicle or hitch with a rated towing capacity
less than the GVWR of the trailer could result in death
or serious injury. Use only a tow vehicle and hitch with a
rated towing capacity that meets or exceeds the GVWR
of the trailer.
Check the tow vehicle hitch type
The trailer is designed for the following types of tow
vehicle hitches:
•
2" ball hitch
•
Pintle hitch
•
2-5/16" ball hitch
•
2" Bulldog hitch
Be sure the tow vehicle is equipped with either of these
hitch types. Install if needed.
WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
Failure to use a tow vehicle hitch that mates with the
trailer hitch assembly could result in death or serious
injury. Use only a tow vehicle hitch that mates with the
trailer hitch assembly.
Reversing the trailer hitch assembly
The trailer hitch assembly is reversible. Use the trailer
coupler (A, Figure 4) for ball hitches, or the lunette
ring (B) for pintle hitches. To reverse the trailer hitch
assembly:
1. Remove the mounting hardware (C, Figure 4).
2. Reverse the trailer hitch assembly.
Note: Use the set of mounting holes in the trailer
tongue that will keep the trailer as level as possible
when connected to the tow vehicle.
3. Reinstall the hardware. Tighten securely.
WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
Failure to properly install the trailer hitch assembly could
result in death or serious injury. Install the trailer hitch
assembly properly, and tighten the hardware securely.
4
A
Connect the trailer to the tow vehicle
1. Position a wheel chock (not supplied) firmly against
the front and rear of the wheel (A, Figure 5) on each
side of the trailer.
B
C
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