1. Introduction 5 - Triton Trailers

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Contents1. Introduction. 52. Safety . 62.1 Safety Alert Symbols And Signal Words .62.2 Major Hazards .62.2.1 Improper Sizing Of Trailer To Tow Vehicle . 62.2.2 Driving Too Fast. 62.2.3 Adjust Driving When Towing Trailer . 72.2.4 Trailer Not Properly Coupled To Hitch . 72.2.5 Proper Use Of Safety Chains . 82.2.6 Proper Connection Of Breakaway Brake. 82.2.7 Matching Trailer And Hitch . 82.2.8 Worn Tires, Loose Wheels And Lug Nuts . 82.2.9 Improper Loading . 92.2.10 Unsafe Load Distribution . 102.2.11 Shifting Cargo . 102.2.12 Inappropriate Cargo . 102.2.13 Inoperable Brakes Or Lights.112.2.14 Trailer Modifications .112.2.15 Trailer Towing Guide .112.2.16 Safe Trailer Towing Guidelines. 122.2.17 Safety Warning Labels On Your Trailer. 132.2.18 Reporting Safety Defects . 163. Tire Safety Information . 173.1 Trailer Tire Information .173.2 Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit - Trailer .183.2.1 Trailers 10,000 Pounds GVWR Or Less . 183.2.2 Trailers Over 10,000 Pounds GVWR . 183.3 Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit - Tow Vehicle .193.4 Glossary Of Tire Terminology.193.5 Tire Safety - Everything Rides On It .213.5.1 Safety First- Basic Tire Maintenance . 223.5.2 Finding Your Vehicle’s Recommended Tire Pressure And Load Limits . 223.5.3 Understanding Tire Pressure And Load Limits . 223.5.4 Safety First- Basic Tire Maintenance . 223.5.5 Steps For Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure. 223.5.6 Tire Size . 233.5.7 Tire Tread. 233.5.8 Tire Balance And Wheel Alignment . 233.5.9 Tire Repair . 233.5.10 Tire Fundamentals . 233.5.10.1 Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires . 233.5.10.2 UTQGS Information . 243.5.10.3 Additional Information On Light Truck Tires . 243.5.10.4 Tire Safety Tips . 252

Contents4. Coupling To Tow Vehicle . 264.1 Tow Vehicle And Hitch .264.1.1 Trailer Information . 264.1.2 Tow Vehicle . 264.2 Coupling And Uncoupling The Trailer .264.3 Couple Trailer To Tow Vehicle .274.3.1 Ball Hitch Coupler. 274.3.1.1 Before Coupling Trailer To Tow Vehicle . 284.3.1.2 Prepare Coupler And Hitch . 284.3.1.3 Couple Trailer To Tow Vehicle . 284.3.2 Trailer With Ring And Pintle Coupler . 294.3.2.1 Before Coupling Trailer To Tow Vehicle . 294.3.2.2 Prepare Ring And Pintle . 294.3.2.3 Couple Trailer To Tow Vehicle . 304.3.3 Connect Safety Chains. 304.3.4 Connect Electrical Cable. 314.3.5 Attach Breakaway Brake Lanyard . 314.3.5.1 Test Electric Brakes . 314.3.5.2 Test Electric Breakaway Brakes . 314.3.5.3 Test Surge Brakes (If Equipped) . 324.3.5.4 Test Surge Breakaway System . 334.4 Uncouple Trailer .334.5 Tongue Weight .334.5.1 Checking Tongue Weight . 344.6 Adjust Hitch Height (If Equipped) .345. Loading And Unloading . 365.1 Loading Trailer .365.1.1 Preparing Trailer For Loading . 365.1.2 Loading A Rigid Deck Trailer . 365.1.3 Loading A Tilt Deck Trailer . 375.1.3.1 Manual Tilt Trailer . 375.1.3.2 Hydraulic Tilt Trailer . 385.2 Unload Trailer .385.2.1 Unload Manual Tilt Trailer . 385.2.2 Unload Hydraulic Tilt Trailer . 385.3 Hydraulic Components .395.4 Securing Cargo .396. Pre-Tow Checklist. 406.1 Pre-Tow Checklist .406.2 Make Regular Stops .403

7. Breaking In A New Trailer . 417.1 Retighten Lugs At First 10, 25 & 50 Miles.417.2 Adjust Brake At First 200 Miles .417.3 Synchronizing Brake Systems .418. Accessories . 428.1 Accessory Battery .429. Inspection, Service And Maintenance . 439.1 Inspection, Service & Maintenance Summary Charts .439.2 Inspection And Service Instructions.469.2.1 Trailer Structure . 469.2.1.1 Fasteners And Frame Members . 469.2.1.2 Welds . 469.2.2 Trailer Brakes - Electric . 469.2.2.1 Brake Shoes And Drums . 469.2.2.2 Manually Adjusting Brake Shoes . 479.2.2.3 Electric Brakes . 479.2.2.4 Tow Vehicle Operated Electric Brakes . 479.2.2.5 Electric Brake Magnets . 479.2.3 Trailer Brakes - Surge (If Equipped). 479.2.3.1 Surge Brake Master Cylinder . 479.2.3.2 Hydraulic Surge Brake . 489.2.3.3 Master Cylinder Bleeding . 489.2.4 Trailer Connection To Tow Vehicle . 489.2.4.1 Coupler And Ball . 489.2.4.2 Ring And Pintle . 499.2.5 Landing Leg Or Jack . 499.2.6 Lights And Signals . 499.2.7 Wheel Rims . 499.2.8 Tires . 499.2.9 Wheel Bearings . 509.2.10 Lubrication . 509.2.11 Hydraulic Reservoir . 509.2.12 Lug Nuts Or Bolts . 504

Introduction1. IntroductionCongratulations on the purchase of your trailer. Webelieve you will be happy and completely satisfiedwith your purchase. Our goal is to provide a valuedcustomer a quality trailer at a reasonable price.For your safety, read and understand this manualbefore operating your trailer. If there are any questionsabout information in this manual, please consult yourdealer.When calling about your trailer, please have the VINnumber available for the dealer. The VIN number isnormally on the front left side of the trailer.For future reference, please write your VIN number inthe space below:This manual covers the basic trailer. You must read,understand and follow the instructions given by thetrailer manufacturer, tow vehicle and trailer hitchmanufacturers. Keep all manuals provided with yourtrailer in a safe place at all times.Inserts providing information on axles and tirewarranty are provided with this manual. Please keepthese inserts for future reference.5

Safety2. SafetyNOTICE2.1 Safety Alert Symbols And SignalWordsNOTICE - Indicates a situation that couldresult in damage to the equipment or otherproperty.An Owner’s Manual that provides general trailerinformation cannot cover all of the specific detailsnecessary for the proper combination of every trailer,tow vehicle and hitch. You must read, understand andfollow the instructions given by the tow vehicle andtrailer hitch manufacturers, as well as the instructionsin this manual.2.2 Major HazardsLoss of control of the trailer or trailer/tow vehiclecombination can result in death or serious injury. Themost common causes for loss of control of the trailerare: Improper sizing the trailer for the tow vehicle, orvice versa. Excessive Speed: Driving too fast for theconditions. Improper braking and steering under swayconditions Overloading and/or improper weight distribution. Not keeping lug nuts tight. Failure to adjust driving behavior when towing atrailer. Not maintaining proper tire pressure Improper or mis-coupling of the trailer to the hitch.Our trailers are built with components produced byvarious manufacturers. Some of these items haveseparate instruction manuals. Where this manualindicates that you should read another manual, andyou do not have that manual, contact your dealer forassistance.The safety information in this manual is denoted bythe safety alert symbol: 2.2.1 Improper Sizing Of Trailer To Tow VehicleTrailers that weigh too much for the tow vehicle cancause stability problems, which can lead to deathor serious injury. The additional strain put on theengine and drive-train may lead to serious tow vehiclemaintenance problems.This symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!The level of risk is indicated by the following signalwords:Do not exceed the maximum towing capacity of yourtow vehicle. The towing capacity of your tow vehicle,in terms of maximum Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) andmaximum Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)can be found in the tow vehicle Owner’s Manual. DANGERDANGER - Indicates a hazardous situation,which, if not avoided, WILL result in deathor serious injury. DANGER WARNINGUse of an under-rated hitch, ball or towvehicle can result in loss of control leadingto death or serious injury.WARNING - Indicates a hazardoussituation, which, if not avoided, couldresult in death or serious injury.Make certain your hitch and tow vehicleare rated for your trailer. CAUTIONCAUTION - Indicates a hazardous situation,which, if not avoided, could result in minoror moderate injury.2.2.2 Driving Too FastWith ideal road conditions, the maximum recommendedspeed for safely towing a trailer is 55 mph. Drivingtoo fast can cause the trailer to sway, thus increasing6

Safetythe possibility for loss of control. Also your tires mayoverheat, increasing the possibility of a blowout.2.2.4 Trailer Not Properly Coupled To HitchIt is critical that the trailer be securely coupled tothe hitch, and that the safety chains and emergencybreakaway brake lanyard are correctly attached.Uncoupling may result in death or serious injury toyou and to others. WARNINGDriving too fast for conditions can result inloss of control and cause death or seriousinjury. WARNINGAdjust speed down when towing trailer.2.2.3 Adjust Driving When Towing TrailerProper selection and condition of thecoupler and hitch are essential to safelytowing a trailer.When towing a trailer, you will have decreasedacceleration, increased stopping distance, andincreased turning radius.A loss of coupling may result in death orserious injury.Hitch size must match coupler size.The trailer will change the handling characteristics ofthe tow vehicle, making it more sensitive to steeringinputs and more likely to be pushed around in windyconditions or when being passed by large vehicles. Inaddition, you will need a longer distance to pass, dueto slower acceleration and increased length. With thisin mind: When encountering trailer sway, take your footoff the accelerator, and steer as little as possiblein order to stay on the road. Use small “trim-like”steering adjustments. Do not attempt to steer outof the sway; you’ll only make it worse. Also donot apply the tow vehicle brakes to correct trailerswaying. On the other hand, application of thetrailer brakes alone will tend to straighten out thecombination, especially when going downhill. Check rearview mirrors frequently to observe trailerand traffic. Be aware of trailer height, especially whenapproaching bridges, roofed areas and trees. Be alert for slippery conditions. You are more likelyto be affected by slippery road surfaces whendriving a tow vehicle with a trailer, than driving atow vehicle without a trailer. Anticipate the trailer “swaying.” Swaying can becaused by excessive steering, wind gusts, roadwayedges, or by the trailer reaction to the pressurewave created by passing trucks and busses. Use lower gear when driving down steep or longgrades. Use the engine and transmission as abrake. Do not ride the brakes, as they can overheatand become ineffective.Be sure hitch load rating is equal to orgreater than load rating of the coupler.Be sure hitch components are tight beforecoupling trailer to tow vehicle.Observe hitch for wear, corrosion andcrack

An Owner’s Manual that provides general trailer information cannot cover all of the specifi c details necessary for the proper combination of every trailer, tow vehicle and hitch. You must read, understand and follow the instructions given by the tow vehicle and trailer hitch manufacturers, as well as the instructions in this manual.

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