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1. MARKER MARKER TIERY HOT BROWN BROWN as p BLACK F tp TOP BATTERY HOT BLACK LEFT TURN LEFT TURN 3 GREEN GREEN RIGHT TURN YELLOW YELLOW RIGHT TURN BACKUP UGHT FREE BACKUP LICHT FREE GROUND ad BACKING OPTION ELECTRIC GROUND BLUE WHITE ELECTRIC BLUE BRAKES WHITE BRAKES RED RED View fram Inside View from Inside Vehicle End Trailer End ELECTRIC BRAKING SYSTEM Proper brake adjustment is important Check with the axle manual or your local dealer for brake adjustment information Check brake system before and after trip If brakes are not functioning properly Q Check electrical hook up Q Check for power at wheels Be sure Breakaway Battery is fully charged Electric Brakes e Improper installation of the breakaway battery will destroy the brake control The negative terminal must attach to ground and positive terminal must attach to the breakaway switch Check your breakaway system periodically to insure that wiring and connections are secure A short or an open circuit can result in a no brake condition If excessive discharging of the breakaway battery occurs check battery and recharge using a Heavy Duty Two Stage Maintenance Charger If using a commercial AC to DC make certain the 12 volt charge is limited to 1 2 amps or less If the secondary battery needs charging current will be drawn from the
2. FAUTON tritontrailers com TRAILER OWNER S MANUAL Model Number es VIN Number ownerman rev 4 13 Copyright 2013 This manual is designed to provide information for you to understand use maintain and service your Triton trailer Additional help and replacement parts are available through your local dealer Important Safety Notice For the safety of the user it is important to follow all warning decals posted on your trailer Appropriate service methods and proper repair procedures are essential for the safe reliable operation of your trailer as well as the personal safety of the individual doing the work Check your state and local laws for any brake and other safety requirements It is the responsibility of the purchaser to adhere to brake laws regarding trailers Component parts from other manufactures sold or installed by Triton Trailers LLC are covered by their own warranties All warranty claims are to be submitted to your Local Dealer for consideration All warranty work must be pre approved through your local dealer or factory representative SUGGESTED PRE TRIP CHECKLIST ZN CAUTION There are a number of guidelines to follow in caring for your Triton trailer that can add years to its life In the case of some of these guidelines you may be protecting your own life as well Using the following checklist before starting a trip with your trailer is required Some of these items should be checke
3. tow vehicle s battery at anytime the tow vehicle is connected to the trailer The most current which will be drawn is 1 2 amps To charge the breakaway battery when vehicle is running a battery isolator may be installed in the 12 volt supply line Black wire for tow charger Battery Data Chart 12 VOLT P N 1023 4 amp hr max discharge current 20 hr rate 225mA P N 2023 5 amp hr max discharge current 20 hr rate 250mA Maximum Discharge Current 40 amps Maximum charge current must be limited to 1 2 amps P N 1023 amp P N 2023 Length 3 54 Width 2 76 Height 4 13 Weight 3 8 Ibs Terminals Fasten Tab 187 x 032 Service Life Under normal conditions 4 5 years in standby applications or 200 1000 charge discharge cycles depending upon depth of discharge and rate of charge WNrFRNe U3 3a Ww WwW w op DP YDADUARAAA i 0508489 Caliper Assy RH 10 brake 0508488 Caliper Assy LH 10 brake 0509286 Caliper Assy RH 7 brake 0509285 Caliper Assy LH 7 brake 0508487 Rotor Assy 10 brake 0509284 Rotor Assy 7 brake 0506434 Bearing 1 3 8 10 brake 0506433 Seal 10 brake 0503837 Seal 7 brake 0509469 Bottle Cap Retainer Dexter 0509468 Spindle Jam Nut Dexter 0509467 Spindle Washer Dexter 0503846 Tang Washer 0503847 Spindle Nut Reliable 0503848 Dust Cover Dexter 0503849 Rubber Plug Dexter 0507696 Gre
4. ase Cap Reliable SURGE BRAKING SYSTEM Proper brake adjustment is important Check with the axle manual or your local dealer for brake adjustment information Check brake system before and after trip If brakes are not functioning properly Q Check for blockage in free backing valve and brass reducer valve located behind the actuator Q Check that the master cylinder is filled properly Q Check for air in the system by bleeding Note some calipers have two bleeder screws use the upper one when bleeding After initial bleeding a slight tap on the caliper with a soft hammer or a block of wood will help bring the air to the top Continue to bleed system until all air is removed checking master cylinder fluid level to be sure it does not go empty 0506320 Bearing 1 1 16 Brass Fitting Tire Information Please refer to Tire Safety Information available at www tritontrailers com under the Owner s Manual section This portion of the user s manual contains tire safety information as required by 49 CFR 575 6
5. d 2 3 weeks prior to a planned trip to allow sufficient time to perform maintenance DOODO Check your maintenance schedule and be sure you are up to date Check that the hitch is properly lubricated and not showing excessive wear Fasten safety chains securely being sure to crisscross chain Inspect towing hookup for secure attachment Load your trailer so that approximately 7 10 of the trailers total tow weight GVW is on the hitch and the trailer is level This total tow weight includes all gear gas trailer and cargo weights For lighter trailers this percentage should be increased slightly DO NOT OVERLOAD Stay within your gross vehicle rated capacity for your tow vehicle and trailer GCWR Maximum carrying capacity is calculated by subtracting trailer weight from GVWR Consult your local dealer for capacity information Inflate tires according to the manufactures specifications located on the side of the tire Inspect for cuts and excessive wear and weather effects Check wheel mounting nuts bolts with a torque wrench Torque lug nuts to 85ft Ibs If applicable make certain brakes function properly Check operation of all lights Check that your trailer is towing in a level position and adjust hitch height if required Check that all cargo and accessories are correctly installed and properly secured to trailer both front and rear Commercial vehicles must have operator cab control of the trailer brakes to be legal C
6. onsult your state and federal laws to be assured you are in compliance Consult your state and local laws regarding length or width restrictions of trailers on certain highways or roads MAINTENANCE Coat tie down screws with anti seize periodically during the season Grease sure loc tie downs if applicable Always maintain the recommended air pressure in tires This can be found on the sidewall of the tire Follow all maintenance procedures in your axle manual and actuator manual if applicable Clean trailer periodically with aluminum cleaner available at your local dealer or auto parts store If rust develops in the master cylinder replace it immediately Failure to do so will result in non warrantable brake system failure To prevent corrosion periodically coat electric plug with dielectric compound available at your local auto parts store Check and lubricate bearings every 6 months or 6000 miles or more often based on usage It is a good practice to grease bearings in spring and fall Bleed brakes every 12 months or 12 000 miles or more often based on usage Periodically spray mechanical moving parts such as the hitch and suspension parts that are exposed to the weather with petroleum based penetrating lubricant available at your local auto parts store SEASONAL STORAGE CHECKLIST If your trailer will be unused for more than one month Ooococng If applicable remove tie down screws Block up trailer under
7. rect tongue height e DO NOT OVERLOAD Stay within your gross vehicle rated capacity for tow vehicle and trailer GCWR e Be sure your hitch and trailer are sized properly according to the vehicle s manufacturer recommended capacity for towing Do not exceed the vehicle s Tow Rating or exceed the GVWR or GCWR TOWING TIPS TROUBLE SHOOTING Lighting amp Wiring System Most lighting systems are sealed and therefore DO NOT ground through the ball and require a good vehicle ground Q The ground wire white should be the first thing to check even if it is factory installed This is the most common problem Q Hook up trailer wire to another tow vehicle to determine if lights are working properly This will eliminate a possible problem with the tow vehicle Q Check light element with similar light on trailer to determine if the bulb has burned out Most lights are sealed and you must replace the entire unit if the bulb burns out Q When replacing a wire harness plug all similar colored wires are connected together Example the two white ground wires from the harness are connected to the white ground in the plug Q All replacement lights lenses and wire harnesses can be purchased through your local dealer Flat 4 or Flat 5 Connector White Ground D Brown Running Lights T Yellow Left tum amp brake ing j Green Right tum amp brake ri Hr r Gray Optional surge brake energizes ee backing valve oes inane
8. the frame to avoid flat spotting of tires Follow all storage procedures per axle manual Coat electric plug with dielectric compound Check master cylinder for proper fluid level Lubricate all mechanical moving parts exposed to the weather Spray metal brake components with a penetrating lubricant with Teflon to help prevent corrosion For grease specifications refer to the manufacturer s Axle Service amp Maintenance manual Z _ CAUTION e Always check for properly functioning braking system before and after trip Be sure all brake lines are free and clear of obstructions and brake fluid is at a proper level e Be aware of turning limitations when using a bumper mounted ball hitch Non warrantable damage will occur if trailer is jack knifed e Trailer tires do not come balanced and may need to be if you are experiencing vibration while towing This is part of normal maintenance and is the responsibility of the owner e If hauling a wheeled vehicle you may need to add a wheel pad to disperse weight e Be sure to properly balance your load Benefits will include less stress on tow vehicle better ride less rattling reduced sway of trailer safer hauling experience e When hauling a shiftable cargo you must secure both front and 1 of cargo to trailer using appropriate tie down bars and or ratchet s straps e Proper towing performance will be achieved by maintaining 7 1 of trailer s GVWR in tongue weight and cor

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