Hale Trailer User Manual
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❑ Safety
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Safety - Skid & Trailer
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WARNINGS - continued !
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NEVER EXCEED THE TRAILER GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RAT-
ING (GVWR), AS NOTED ON THE V.I.N. PLATE. FAILURE TO
COMPLY COULD RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH.
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NEVER load a trailer so that the weight on any tire exceeds the
tire’s rating.
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NEVER exceed an axle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
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NEVER exceed the rating of any of the hitch components.
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Proper tongue weight is essential for stable trailer handling.
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Distribute the load front to rear to provide proper tongue weight.
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Distribute the load evenly, right and left to avoid tire overload.
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Keeping the center of gravity low and centered is essential to
minimize the risk of tip-over.
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You must tie-down all loads with proper sized fasteners, ropes,
straps, etc. to prevent the load from shifting while trailering.
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Always secure any door /gate latch after closing, if included. Place
a spring pin in the catch. If the door / gate opens, cargo may be
ejected onto the road.
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Failure to connect the tow vehicle lighting and braking to the trailer
results in inoperable lights and brakes and can lead to a collision.
Check that all trailer lights and brakes work before each tow.
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On site, or whenever the trailer is disconnected, verify the brake is
set and the wheels are chocked to prevent any movement of the
trailer.
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Set and secure the trailer jack stabilizers in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
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SERVICING YOUR TRAILER -
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NEVER CRAWL UNDER A TRAILER UNLESS IT IS RESTING ON
PROPERLY PLACED JACK STANDS, THE JACKING STABILIZ-
ERS ARE LOWERED INTO POSITION AND THE WHEELS ARE
CHOCKED.
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Since some brake shoe friction materials contain asbestos,
AVOID creating breathing dust, machining, filing or grinding
brake linings and DO NOT use compressed air or dry brushing
for cleaning.
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Before returning the trailer to operation, it must be road tested.
Make sure the area is clear of vehicular and pedestrian traffic
before road testing.