Craftsman 123.24201 - Manual (Page 39)

kerosene, paint, etc However, f^ud in the tank of an ofF-road vehicle, or a car or
motorcycle, etc, may be carried on your open trailer.
A WARNING A
Do not transport t1a,mmab[e, explosive, poisonous or other
dangerous materials in your trailer Failure to heed this warning
could resuH in property damage, serious injury and death
Exceptions:
• Fuel in the tanks of Vehicles that are being towed
• Fuel stored in proper containers used in trailer living quar­
ters for cooking
• Fuel stored in the lank ofan on-board generator
7.2.i.! P i eparing the Trailer for Loading
Before loading cargo onto the trailer:
* inspect the deck of the trailer for corrosion or damage; and
* inspect the hold down openings and/or ‘'ff’-tings. Hold down openings must
be sturdy wdth no visible cracks or kinks D-rtngs must be light to the deck and
must not be bent
If the deck or any required hold-down is damaged, do not load the cargo Bring
the trailer to your dealer or a competent repair service before using it to cariy^
cargo
A WARNING A
Damaged or loose "D’'-rings can break, allowing cargo to become
loose inside the trailer Loose cargo can shift the center of gravity,
and result in loss of control of the trailer
Inspect “D^’-rings, and lest them for looseness before loading
cargo
Do not use a damaged or loose ‘•D"-ring to secure cargo.
Failure to head this warning could result in }3roperty damage,
serious injury' and death._________________________________
7-2.1.2 Loading flic Trailer'
Before loading the trailer, couple the trailer to the low vehicle and ensure the
deck is level. Do not load or unload the traiiei' when the deck is not level or
when the Trailer is not coupled to the tow vehicle
1 Ensure the lop of the ramp (or ramps) is secure to tire trailer, and the bottom
is resting on firm ground Pockets may be provided to hold the ramp to the
frame of the trailer
2. Load the cargo onto the trailer,
3 Secure ihe Cargo to the trailer using approptiale straps, drains am! tensioning
devices
39