General Safety Infomation
! WARNING
An improperly coupled trailer can result in death or serious injury.
Do not move the trailer until:
The coupler is secured and locked to hitch;
The safety chains are secured to the tow vehicle; and
The trailer jack(s) are fully retracted.
Do not tow the trailer on the road until:
Tires and wheels are checked;
The trailer brakes are checked;
The breakaway switch is connected to the tow vehicle;
The load is secured to the trailer; and
The trailer lights are connected and checked.
PROPER USE OF SAFETY CHAINS
If your trailer comes loose from the hitch for any reason, we have provided safety
chains so that control of the trailer can still be maintained.
! WARNING
Improper rigging of the safety chains can result in loss of control
of the trailer and tow vehicle, leading to death or serious injury, if
the trailer uncouples from the tow vehicle.
Fasten chains to frame of tow vehicle. Do not fasten chains to
any part of the hitch unless the hitch has holes or loops
specifically for that purpose.
Cross chains underneath hitch and coupler with enough slack
to permit turning and to hold tongue up, if the trailer comes
loose.
PROPER CONNECTION OF BREAKAWAY BRAKE
If equipped with brakes, your trailer will be equipped with a breakaway brake
system that can apply the brakes on your trailer if your trailer comes loose from the
hitch for any reason. You will have a separate set of instructions for the breakaway
brake if your trailer is so equipped. The breakaway brake system, including battery,
must be in good condition and properly rigged to be effective.
Do Not Use Breakaway Switch System as Parking Brake.
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