Pro Series 83660 SWAY CONTROL - Manual

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©2009 Cequent Performance Products - Plymouth, MI
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83660
SWAY CONTROL
Please read all instructions carefully before assembly, installation and/or use of this product.
WARNING:
You change the characteristics of a tow vehicle by towing a trailer
When towing a trailer, you may find more sway in short wheel base vehicles. Exercise extra CAUTION.
Any welding should be done by a qualified welding shop.
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
1 1 Ball Assembly 4 1 Bar - Ball Mounting (sold separately)
1a 1 Ball 5 1 Handle, On/Off
1b 1 Nut, Hex, 5/8-11 6 1 Slide Bar
1c 1 Lock Washer 7 1 Bolt, Tension Adjusting
2 1 Fastener Kit
2a 6 Screw, Self Tapping 24-9 X 1
8 1 Compression Plate Ass'y
2b 2 Clip
9 1 Washer, Hardened
3 1 Ball/Plate Assembly
10 1 Main Body Ass'y
83660N 1-15-09 Rev A
FIGURE 1
3
2a
2
5
6
9
2b
7
10
2b
1 1a
1c
1b
8
4
IMPORTANT
1. SWAY CONTROL CANNOT BE USED ON TRAILERS WITH SURGE BRAKES. DO NOT USE SWAY CONTROL ON
CLASS I HITCHES.
2. Trailer loading: Proper trailer loading is your first-line defense against dangerous instability and sway. Heavy items should
be placed on the floor in front of the axle. The load should be balanced side-to-side and secured to prevent shifting.
Tongue weight should be about 10-15 percent of gross trailer weight for most trailers. Too low a percentage of tongue
weight can cause sway. Load the trailer heavier in front.
3. The handle (5) is an on/off device. The bolt (7) below is for adjustment only.
4. When towing during slippery conditions such as wet, icy, or snow-covered roads or on loose gravel, turn on/off handle (5)
counterclockwise until all tension is removed from unit. Failure to do so could prevent tow vehicle and trailer from turning
properly.
5. Do not speed up if sway occurs. Sway increases with speed. Do not continue to operate a swaying vehicle. Check trailer
loading, sway control adjustment and all other equipment until the cause of sway has been determined and corrected.
6. Never paint or lubricate slide bar (6).