Craftsman 123.24201 - Manual (Page 21)

• Insert a pin or lock through the hole in the locking mechanism
• Ensure tl5e coupler is all the way on the hitch ball and the locking mechanism is
engaged
• Lower the trailer so that its entire tongue weight is held by the hitch Push the
safety latch downward to a horizontal position to lock it in place
• Pull up on the coupler to ensure it is securely fastened to the tow vehicle
if the coupler cannot be secured to the bitch ball, do not fow the traiien
Refer to Section 10.2.3 for information on coupling your trailer.
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A WARNING A
Use 3ÖW Motor Oil to lubricate the ball and inside of coupler
Always check ball and coupler before each low for damaged O)
worn edges Damaged baits and couplers should be replaced
immediately Failure to follow this warning could result in
property damage, personal injury and death
5.2.L4 Rigging the safety chains
• Visually inspect the safety chains and hooks for wear or damage Replace worn
or damaged safety chains and hooks before towing
* Rig the safely chains so that they:
1 cross underneath the coupler;
2 loop around a frame member of the tow vehicle or to holes provided in the
hitch system (but, do not attach them to an interchangeable pari of tire hitch
assembly); and
3 have enough slack to permit tight turns, but not be close to the- load surface,
so if the trailer uncouples, the safety' chaiii.s can hold the tongue up above the
road.