Introduction, Safety information – Lippert Components Disc Brake System For Trailers User Manual
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Introduction
Combining years of experience in the trailer frame and recreational vehicle industry with
the newest and most innovative technology, Lippert Components, Inc. step’s up again with the
addition of our new Disc Brake System for Trailers.
The following publication is designed to give the customer an easy-to-understand
operation and service manual to provide useful and important information. The quality of the
Lippert name and the finest materials utilized in the production of the Disc Brakes provide for the
finest trailer brake systems in the industry.
Quality comes threefold in Lippert Components, Inc.
♦The finest quality materials
♦The latest technology and design
♦The quality standards maintained from materials to final assembly
All three points provide the customer with the best product they can possibly buy and the
satisfaction of knowing they can trust the equipment on which they have spent their hard-earned
money.
Lippert Components, Inc. thanks you for purchasing our Disc Brake System. When you
speak of Lippert Components, Inc., our quality stands beside you.
Safety Information
The “WARNING!” symbol is a sign that a service or maintenance procedure has a safety
risk involved and may cause serious injury or death if not performed safely and within the
parameters set forth in this manual.
Always wear eye protection when performing service or maintenance to the vehicle.
Other safety equipment to consider would be hearing protection, gloves and possibly a full face
shield, depending on the nature of the service.
This manual provides general service and maintenance procedures. Many variables can
change the circumstances of the service procedure, i.e., the degree of difficulty involved in the
service operation and the ability level of the individual performing the operation. This manual
cannot begin to plot out procedures for every possibility, but will provide the general instructions for
effectively servicing the vehicle. In the event the skill level required or the procedure to difficult, a
certified technician should be consulted before performing the necessary service. Failure to
correctly service the vehicle may result in voiding the warranty, inflicting injury or even death.
The owner’s manual for your unit may have more procedures for service and maintenance.
1. Installation, maintenance, adjustment or repair of LCI Braking System should be performed by
qualified technicians only.
2. Be sure support trailer with jack stands to safely perform brake installation, maintenance,
adjustment or repair.
3. Always test and confirm that trailer brakes are operating properly after every hookup and before
actual towing.
4. Know or at least be familiar with local and state laws regarding towed vehicle’s brake system
and any applicable laws and reqirements. Remember to allow for extra stopping distance
needed when towing a trailer.
5. Disc brakes generally require more hydraulic pressure than drum brakes. Verify that the
hydraulic actuator will generate hydraulic pressure adequate to safely operate disc brakes.
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