ShoreLand'r SLB10 V.1 - Manual (Page 3)

Midwest Industries, Inc. Ida Grove, IA 51445 800.859.3028 www.shorelandr.com
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Page 3 REV C 01/25/2008
Tire Size and Carrying Capacity Chart
Tire Size 4.80 X 12-B
GVWR 1495 lb.
Carrying Capacity 1000 lb.
Axle Standard (Non-Brake)
Refer to the tire side wall for correct tire pressure.
Recommended carrying capacity is based on shipping weight
of the trailer with standard equipment. Adding optional equip-
ment may decrease the trailer’s carrying capacity.
Refer to your ShoreLand’r Owner’s
Guide and other decals on trailer for
additional information.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Proper tongue weight must be maintained.
Rev C 8/28/06
Before towing, check the following to ensure
that:
1. All parts, bolts, nuts and wheel lug
nuts are tight.
2. All wheel lug nuts must be tightened
to a minimum torque rating of 85 ft/lb.
3. Lug nuts must be re-torqued after the
first 50 miles, then periodically there
after.
4. Tires are inflated to manufacturer’s
standards. (See tire sidewall)
5. Wheel bearings have adequate
grease.
6. Hitch ball is the proper diameter and
has a rating equal to or greater than
the GVWR of the trailer.
7. Coupler is properly attached and
secured to coupler ball.
8. Trailer safety chains are crossed
under the tongue and attached to
towing vehicle.
9. All lights are operational. Note: It is
recommended that the trailer lights
be disconnected before backing into
the water.
10. Tie downs, winch strap and bow-
eye safety chain are secure.
11. Trailer tongue jack is in up or travel
position.
TONGUE ASSEMBLY
Place the frame to be assembled on saw horses or stands to assist
in the assembly. Remove all items that are banded to the frame.
Sort the items in the hardware box by item and the hardware by
size.
Locate the tongue for the trailer. Note that there are three different
lengths of tongues designed to fit this particular frame. The length
of tongue will determine the length of boat that can be placed on
the trailer when assembled. The 7 foot tongue will accommodate
boats up to 12 feet in length, the 8’-6” tongue will fit boats 12-14
feet in length and the 10 foot tongue is used for boats 14-16 feet
long.
Once the proper tongue is identified place it on the stands so it can
be prepared for installation into the frame. Locate the two amber
side marker lights shipped in the hardware box. Uncoil the wire and
insert the plug end into the larger, center hole that is drilled in the
side of the tongue. As the wire is inserted into the hole direct the