Demco Kar-Kaddy 3 KK370SB - Manual (Page 14)

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SAFETY
Safety is of utmost importance at all times. There are several items
that must be checked each time before using and while using the
Kar Kaddy.
Make sure all bolts are properly tightened and those requiring a set
torque are up to specifications:
Tie Rod Castle Nut - 75 ft./lbs.
Lug Nuts - 120 ft./lbs.
Check Lug Nut tension after the first 5 miles and periodically
thereafter.
The ball hitch must latch securely around the ball and the safety lock
pin or lever must be in position to lock the hitch on the ball.
RECOMMENDED BALL HEIGHT: 18 inches to the top of the ball on
the towing vehicle.
Hook the towed vehicle safety chains to the frame of the vehicle
directly above the area where the chain is mounted on the Kar
Kaddy. Leave some slack in the chain to allow suspension
movement.
Check to make sure that all lights are in proper working order.
Examine the winches and straps, making sure they are in good
conditon.
Be certain the safety lock pins are locking the strap winches.
Retighten straps over the tires after the first 5 miles and every 50
miles thereafter. Ensure that they are tight.
The tires must be inflated to the recommended 50 PSI.
The strap on the optional tongue winch must be in good condition
and should be stored neatly on winch when not in use.
NOTE: The winch strap must not be left connected to the towed
vehicle after it is loaded and strapped down.
Make sure the optional light bar is fastened securely at the rear of
the towed vehicle.
The wires to the optional light bar should be run along the car and
fastened so as not to damage the finish of the towed vehicle.
NOTE: This unit cannot be backed up, when loaded or with the
steering lock pin removed.
All vehicles mounted on the Kar Kaddy must be mounted with the
front of the vehicle facing forward.
Rear Wheel Drive: Disconnect the towed vehicle driveshaft for rear
wheel drive vehicles with automatic transmission.
For manual transmission: Consult your vehicle owners manual for
towing suitability with the drive shaft connected.
MAINTENANCE
Periodically check all bolts and nuts to insure proper tension or
torque.
Grease the king pin and tie rod end grease zerks every 2500 miles.
An occasional drop of oil may be required on the moving parts of the
tie down winches.
A light film of oil should periodically be applied to steering stabilizer
arm to prevent rust.
NOTE: Proper toe-in is 1/32". This is preset at the factory.
The operator should periodically have the toe-in checked and
adjusted if needed at a qualified alignment shop. Improper toe-in
can result in irregular tire wear.
IMPORTANT LOADING INSTRUCTION
Check your wheel tie-down straps.
Your Kar Kaddy is equipped with custom made wheel tie-down
straps of a standard size that will fit most tires, however if your tires
are too large or too small you will want to exchange these new straps
for the proper size straps.
1. Tire too large - This is very obvious the strap will not basket
over the tire properly, call us, we will provide at NO Charge
on an exchange basis, the proper size strap. You must return
your new unused straps and provide us with the Make and
Model car and the tire size.
2. Tire too small - This is not as obvious, the basket will fit down
over the tire very well, the problems cannot be readily seen.
You must tighten the straps down solid and then check on the
inside of the tire and be sure the strap, when tightened does
not come in contact with any metal that may cause wear or
cutting such as strut mounts. If there is contact, you need a
smaller strap, call us, we will provide on a NO Charge,
exchange basis, the proper size strap. You must return your
new unused straps and provide us with the Make and Model
car and tire size.
Thank you for Purchasing Products.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF TOWING VEHICLE CONTROL, SEPERATION
OF THE TOW DOLLY FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE, SEPERATION OF THE TOWED VEHICLE FROM THE TOW DOLLY,
CAUSING SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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Loading Angle Clearance Guide
IMPORTANT:
Using this guideline will reduce the chance of the towed ve-
hicles air dam, or bottom of facia from interfering with tow
dolly platform and or tire stop. “X” must be less than 3-1/2 x
“Y”.
Example: If Y measures 6”
3-1/2 x 6 = 21
X must measure less than 21”
NOTE: User’s responsibility for checking clearance