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SECTION 2 - TRAILER OPERATION
2-16
– Triple-L-Trailer –
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2.13 PRE-TOW INSPECTION
Prior to each tow, a Pre-Tow Inspection must be per-
formed. Check each item as specified in the checklist
below.
DO NOT OVERLOOK VISUAL INSPECTION OF CHASSIS UNDER-
SIDE. CHECKING THIS AREA OFTEN RESULTS IN DISCOVERY OF
CONDITIONS WHICH COULD CAUSE EXTENSIVE MACHINE DAM-
AGE.
NOTE: On each item, make sure there are no loose or miss-
ing parts, that they are securely fastened, and that
no visible damage exists in addition to any other cri-
teria mentioned.
Refer to Wheel Torque Chart in section three for
proper torque values on the lug nuts.
1.
Tire Pressure - Inflate to pressure indicated on tire.
2.
Brakes - Reservoir level full (hydraulic brakes only).
Proper operation and adjustment.
3.
Wheel and Tires - Tighten to specified torque rating.
4.
Wheel Lugs - Lug nuts must be tight. Retighten
when new and at first 10, 25, and 50 miles.
5.
Trailer Coupler - Secured, locked, and in proper
operating condition.
6.
Tow Vehicle Coupler Ball - Secured and in proper
operating condition.
7.
Safety Chains - Check that the chains are properly
rigged to tow vehicle, not to detachable hitch com-
ponents.
8.
Emergency Breakaway Cables - Check that the
cables are properly rigged to tow vehicle, not to
detachable hitch components.
9.
Lights and Signals - Check clearance lights, tail
lights, stop lights, turn signals, and backup lights for
proper operation. Replace or repair inoperative
lights.
10.
Trailer Battery - Charged and capable of raising
trailer deck.
11.
Hydraulic Pump - Free of Leaks. Reservoir level full.
Proper operation.
12.
Deck Descent Alarm - Activates when deck is low-
ered.
13.
Cargo - Properly loaded, balanced, and secured.
14.
Transport Latch - Deck is up and fully secured by the
transport latch.
15.
Tongue Jack - Retracted.
16.
Tongue Weight - Between 10-15% of the total weight
of the cargo and the trailer.
17.
Tongue Height - Underside of tongue must be 17"-
19" above level ground.
18.
Doors and Gates (If Equipped) - Latched and
secure.
19.
Vehicle Identification Tag - Installed and legible.
20.
License Plate - Secured to mounting.
21.
Deck Rollers - Free of debris and damage.
22.
Suspension - Springs undamaged.
23.
Welds - No visible weld cracks or separations.
OBSERVE ALL LOCAL AND NATIONAL MOTOR VEHICLE REGU-
LATIONS PERTAINING TO THE OPERATION OF TRAILERS.