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Owner`s Manual - Wilson Trailer

1. 38 System Electric Hyd Brake Application 40 T AA AA AA EA 27 ING IE Pert 9 Tire Safety Checklist 25 Tire Safety Information 9 Tire Safety Tips 25 Tire Terminology Glossaryof 11 Tires Wheels and 36 Torque Requirements 36 Torques Wheels 8 Trailer Modification OF 5 Trailer Operation Normal 4 Transport of Livestock Loading amp 4 Troubleshooting Electrical 45 Troubleshooting Guide 49 U V Vacuum Hyd Brakes Troubleshooting 49 Vacuum Hyd Brakes Wiring 44 Vendor Warranties 67 W Warranty Certificate of Limited 62 Warranty Schedule Extended 64 Warranties Vendor 65 Washout Notice 33 NAAN ia adc ec aa d e d a as 36 Wheels and Rims 28 Wheels AN MEOS aciuciceiedce acea do ada iioii 20 WheelBearings 32 Wheel TOFOHOS iia 8 Wiring Diagram Electric Brakes 41 Wiring Diagram Electric Connector 40 Wiring Diagram Vacuum Hyd Brakes 42 X Y Z BT x pul Eu ts fo Q O CJ 9 ihe ia 4400 So Lewis Boulevard e Sioux City lowa 51106 Telephone
2. amp temperature grades Max load rating 2 v Tire Safety Information Safety First Basic Tire Maintenance Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires M S The M S or M S indicates that the tire has some mud and snow capability Most radial tires have these markings hence they have some mud and snow capability Speed Rating The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for Radial Rim Diameter Ratio of helghtto 4 Code Load Index amp width aspect ratio 3 i Nominal wide of ti Speed Symbol tire in millimeters i E us GOT Tire n kj Ident Number LAN Severe Snow LER Conditions ES Tire ply composition and Materials used extended periods of time The ratings range from 99 miles per hour mph to 186 mph These ratings are listed below Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law Treachwear traction temperature grades Max land rating Speed Rating 99 mph 106 mph 112 mph 118 mph 124 mph 130 mph 149 mph 1687 mph 186 mph Letter Rating SEXKITHUITD For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR U S DOT Tire Identification Number This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards
3. Accessory Back up Lights red optional View from Backside of Connector Plug Electrical Junction Box INTERIOR LIGHTS BLUE WIRE JUNCTION BOX Vac Hyd Brakes BREAKAWAY CHARGER BREAKAWAY SWITCH JUNCTION BOX Electric Brakes Electric Hyd Brakes Electric Brakes Wiring Diagram d 3 Ep 5 Er Po a 2 5 Ng E Eu i Tw ICENSE PLATE LIGHT N N CENTER MARKER t N 4 oor N LL D a ge n A lt vi b 3 TO ELECTRIC BRAKES TEN Ta MA Wika pi ji I L ST P TURN ITAIL ao RED HARKER TUA x REAR FENDER TG ELECTRIC BRAKES INTERIDR LIGHT SWITCH II Pu ELECTRIC BRAKES 43 Em E in o ka A o c i W in m e 5 in UO ay S gt ag a NA W en E c i ey a Eon SSAVde JI MOTadAH WANJIYA P a l 1 vs vay amp Fw TIV1 C Ms Hvi4 Qs Sv B po NHni dOls vag Du i Ta S x Qa a Tui x vw X avis Ul Bu Mi ai gg a p oo S J NO dAl E 3 E a a t kuwa a sap aa LICENSE PLATE LIGHT KBR SS save EN Ng AE w33 sAs je 44 Electrical Troubleshooting IMPORTANT NOTICE Be sure all electrical connections are in a clean and dry location and all connections are complete DO NOT cut into the system Cutti
4. Sid Wells Ph 859 987 4200 Fax 859 987 4247 EPA ES A 5 A c 3 muy 5 mja 0 la 3 a cn O 3 Consumer Information ra Authorized Repair Facilities Ater Warehouse Inc 6554 Hwy 84 E PO Box 906 Ferriday LA Hudsonville Truck amp Trlr Serv Co 3308 Hudson Trail Drive Hudsonville MI Lum Hughston Trucking LLC 3701 W Stoney Corners Rd PO Box 36 McBain MI Scientific Brake amp Equipment Co 314 W Genesee Avenue Saginaw MI Albert Lea Trailer Repair 2101 Consul Albert Lea MN Ironside Trailer Sales Inc 345 2nd Ave NW PO Box 273 Harmony MN Wilson Trailer Sales of MN Hwy 14 E PO Box 337 Lamberton MN Wilson Trailer Sales of MN 1294 N River Dr PO Box 1996 Mankato MN Stenberg s Supply 32530 US TO Motley MN Arena Trailer Sales 28195 Harry Ave Randolph MN Dahlberg Sales Inc East Hwy 12 PO Box 203 Willmar MN Mo Kan Trailer Sales 13196 State Hwy 171 Asbury MO Joplin Trailer Inc 2430 Davis Blvd Joplin MO Trailer Connection 5408 Hwy 43 Joplin MO 71334 49426 49657 48602 56007 55939 56152 56001 56466 55065 56201 64832 64804 64804 Kris Foreman Ph 318 757 4128 Fax 318 757 2726 Mark Duimstra Ph 616 896 8900 Fax 616 896 8067 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 231 825 2424 Fax 231 825 2449 Al Schreur Ph 800 292 0235 Fax Wayne Borneman Ph 507 377 1671 Fax 507 373 2713 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 507 886 4600 Fax 507
5. This Wilson trailer is designed for operation within legal highway speed limits on reasonable road surfaces for the type of service it 1 was built to perform in accordance with the noted weight restrictions ss Normal use means the loading unloading and transportation of uniformly distributed legal loads in a manner which does not subject the trailer to stresses or impacts greater than imposed by reasonable use This trailer was built to carry cargo within the two weight ratings on the identification plate located on the road side of the trailer near the front The GAWR gross axle weight rating is the structural capability of the lowest rated member of the running gear component suspension and spring system hub wheels and drums rims bearings brakes axles or tires The GVWR gross vehicle weight rating is the structural capability of the trailer when supported by the kingpin and axles with the load uniformly distributed throughout the cargo space A CAUTION The maximum load indicated on the identification plate may not be a legal load on the highway you pian to use States have differing laws and regulations affecting vehicle lengths and weights on roads that are not a part of the primary interstate road system Loading and Transport of Livestock The loading of the trailer is important Keep the center of gravity as low as possible Proper placement of the larger animals should be considered Because load
6. 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 Ibs and there will be five 150 Ib passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage capacity is 650 Ibs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 Ibs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult the tow vehicle s manual to determine how this weight transfer reduces the available cargo and luggage capacity of your vehicle Glossary of Tire Terminology Accessory weight The combined weight in excess of those standard items which may be replaced of automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats radio and heater to the extent that these items are available as factory installed equipment whether installed or not Bead The part of the tire that is made of steel wires wrapped or rein forced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the rim Bead separation This is the breakdown of the bond between components in the bead Bias ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at alternate angles substantially less than 90 degrees to the center line of the tread Carcass The tir
7. Engagement Fifth Wheel amp King Pin 31 Extended Warranty Schedule 66 F Facilities Authorized Repair 58 FasteNiNgS divucanuGendncn chins en it a 32 Fifth Wheel amp King Pin Engagement 31 LEA ree ena a E Eh 18 G Gate and Ramp Hinges 32 Gates e ak tp tt ww any dot do rit a td ban coal data 28 Gates Operation of 30 General Maintenance 32 Glossary of Tire Terminology 11 Gooseneck Coupler Bulldog 68 Grease Seals Oilor 33 Guide Troubleshooting 49 H Handling Over The Road Safe 7 Hinges Gate and Ramp 32 l MAC PAP P Wa PP O 74 Information Consumer 57 Information Tire Safety 9 Informed Keep ii IIIA 57 Inspection Procedure Before Trip 26 Instructions Operating 30 J Jack 12 000 Ib Square 73 Junction Box Electrical 42 K Keep IMONE o omes a uw NG ouo tede be 57 King Pin Engagement 5th Wheel amp 31 L Limited Warranty Certificate of 64 Loading 6 Transport of Livestock 4 Load Limit Steps for Determining 9 LOCKS DOOF a aw ii tion na centenar a randi hala 28 M Maintenance General 32 Modification of Trailer 5 N Nor
8. his racer around tight turns where very high lateral g forces are encountered However truck trailer tires which are designed for carrying high loads over long distances have substantially different characteristics and their lateral stability becomes unpredictable when lateral forces approach 0 4 g This means that commercial vehicles must be operated in a conservative manner when cornering Braking and Acceleration Either braking or accelerating while corner ing can significantly reduce the stability of the vehicle and should be avoided The best driving practice is to decelerate to a safe conservative speed before entering a corner or approaching congested traffic and then to apply only moderate power until a straight path has been reestablished Rev 6 02 Wheel Torques Proper torquing and retorquing the wheel nuts are critical to prevent the premature loss of wheel equipment Wheels must be checked and retorqued after 50 to 100 miles of use This is important every time you change a wheel Safety Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Trailer Determining the load limits of a trailer includes more than understanding the load limits of the tires alone On all trailers there is a Federal certifica tion VIN label that is located on the forward half of the left road side of the unit This certification VIN label will indicate the trailers Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR This is the most weight the fully loaded t
9. 33 l l Cu masan AA 34 r O VO RI SINON V u e oi ep 34 WANT CH and TINO c AA AA 36 Torque REFU NE J L wd above on it eat ia la a kn to e ee 36 clausi ir NA ina AA AA ete ion 38 Breakaway Battery Charger Instructions 38 t2 V 363led Lead Acid ALA AA 39 Electric Hyd Brake Application Wiring Dia 39 Electrical Connector Wiring Diagram 40 FOE AN JUNCHO BO a 40 Electric Brakes WINING Diagr ani lll L u ua 40 Vacuum Hydraulic Brakes Wiring Diagram 41 Electric Hiydraulic Brakes Wiring Diagram 42 Flectrical Iro bleshogtirig etid kan p to n VL uu uui 43 TrO bIeshGoting CIBIGIO uuu Z beki kokenn popo lapat ia 47 Troubleshooting Guide Vacuum Hyd Brakes 47 Troubleshooting Guide Electric Brakes 53 CONSUMER INFORMATION keporing sii D8lec PC 55 KE PLON WE Ch uuu T Tm 55 CUSTOMEF ASSISTANCE ULU UL ke a e s REDE EIE ks ea kn a 55 Authorized Repair 1 x 56 Cerificate or Limited WAA uuu A spetta t abi p asua 64 Extended Waranty SUGA u u 66 vendor i a MNT PR 66 Bulldog GOOSENECK COUPON UI kis LLL Lu yan ajan 70 Square Jack E e 75 ile eC sss S AA AA 76 s u luo2 JO JIGEL General Information Normal Trailer Operation
10. Installation Instructions A WARNING Failure to follow all installation instructions could result in coupler failure Before mounting the coupler confirm that there will be no interferences from the tow vehicle tongue ground and any other mounted accessories while stationary or in motion The set screw s must be facing the towing vehicle Before installing check for interference in extended and retracted positions Check for interference again after installation is complete Weld size gusseting requirements coupler height and orientation are dependent on trailer design and customer requirements however the outer tube must be supported completely by attaching gussets as low as possible to the outer tube Avoid heat damage to coupler during welding and do not weld over or near any holes or hardware on the coupler All welding must be per formed by an AWS certified welder The outer tube must be rigidly attached to the trailer in order for the coupler to support its maximum rated load according to SAE J2638 Coupler must remain vertical after installation to ensure proper pivoting After installation check to make sure that coupler operation has not been impaired in any way Do not use coupler if its oper ation has been impaired After assembly and painting but prior to being used any enclosed labels must be affixed to the coupler and premask removed EA J19 dno 2ouosoos5 bopjjng Bulldog Goosenck Coupler 25
11. Lights and Wiring This warranty shall not apply from owner operation exceeding GVWR rating of the trailer s69 Wilson Trailer Company Vendor Warranties for PSGN 08 01 2012 lt O CARLISLE WHEELS 8 Structural Lifetime 100 Parts ONLY Coatings 90 days 100 Parts ONLY Out of round or bent lip 1 24 months 100 Parts ONLY a DEXTER AXLE Torflex 1 60 months 10096 Parts amp Labor 4 Bearings for Torflex 1 24 months 100 Parts amp Labor 3 Spring 1 24 months 10096 Parts amp Labor em b DEXTER HUB amp DRUMS 1 12 months 10096 Parts amp Labor W DEXTER BRAKE COMPONENTS 1 12 months 100 Parts amp Labor DEXTER W HEELS 1 12 months 100 Parts amp Labor GROTE LIGHTS 120 months original owner Parts ONLY ALL GROTE LIGHT WARRANTY MUST BE RUN THROUGH GROTE DIRECT NOT WILSON TRAILER AT 1 800 628 0809 Ext 300 CUSTOMER SERVICE REDLINE VAC OVER 1 12 months 100 Parts amp Labor HYDRAULIC BRAKES REDLINE AIR OVER 1 12 months 100 Parts amp Labor HYDRAULIC BRAKES DEXTER ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC BRAKES Brake Actuators 1 24 months 100 Parts ONLY BALL TYPE COUPLER 1 12 months 100 Parts amp Labor Gooseneck Coupler REDNECK 1 60 months 100 Parts ONLY Bulldog Brand BINKLEY JACK STAND 1 24 months 10096 Parts amp Labor 25 60 months 10096 Parts A 2 Vira P Raper Eg CEQUENT Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler TRAILER PRODUCTS Read Understand Follow and Save Th
12. Ph 519 648 2273 Fax 519 648 3631 Andrew Black Ph 800 36 1 0529 Fax 905 331 4510 Steve Ulch Steve Coward Steve Obrien Ph 519 229 6827 Fax 519 229 8938 Mike Thomas Ph 905 696 9762 Fax 905 696 9805 Andrew Nagel Ph 306 692 7402 Fax 306 694 0607 Troy Ph 970 542 2325 Fax 970 542 2700 Dick or Kay Hinchliff Ph 303 295 7556 Fax 303 292 3856 Mike Hradecky Ph 970 522 4830 Fax 970 522 2216 Curtis Bell Ph 302 337 7400 Fax 302 337 7554 L Holley Ph 404 608 0890 Fax None GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 800 383 4108 Randy Frisk Ph 800 288 3032 Fax 515 957 0301 Kevin Ranard Ph 515 967 3800 Fax 515 967 0284 John Ph 319 363 5581 Fax 319 363 9435 BO A 5 A c 3 0 a mi 0 Em 3 QJ cn O 3 Consumer Information rz Authorized Repair Facilities Jim Hawk Council Bluffs 3119 S 9th St Council Bluffs IA 51501 Whitehill Trailer 251 29th Ave Council Bluffs IA 51503 Jim Hawk Trk amp Trailer 900 W 76th St Davenport IA 52806 Stock Trailer City 144 North 7th Street Denison IA 51442 Buckshot Repair 1400 Poplar Street La Porte City IA 50651 Lahr Repair Inc 2113 Hwy 38 Manchester IA 52057 Dave s Diesel 27901 620th St Manson IA 50563 Curry s R D Truck amp Trailer Repair 4200 Hwy 61 South Muscatine IA 52761 Carroll Distributing Trailer 205 South lowa Ave Ottumwa IA 52501 Avalon Service Center Inc 20756 Hwy 52 N Rickardsville IA 52039 Hitches T
13. Replace plugs Master Cylinder on Towing Vehicle Loses Fluid Malfunction Corrective Action a Hydraulic fittings or lines a Tighten and rebleed leaking b Leaking master cylinder on b Remove and replace truck C Caliper or wheel cylinder c Repair or replace Troubleshooting Guide leaking on truck Seal failure in combo valve d Remove and replace aP Troubleshooting Guide for Electric Brakes Brakes Do Not Apply Malfunction A Open circuits Severe under adjustment Faulty controller Short circuit Weak Brakes Malfunction Grease or oil on magnets or linings Loose or corroded connections Worn linings or magnets Worn brake drums Improper synchronization Under adjustment Excessive trailer load Corrective Action Check all connections and trace circuit for break Adjust brakes Test and correct Trace circuit for shorts and check ground Corrective Action a 55 Clean or replace Clean and correct cause of Corrosion Replace Machine or replace Re synchronize Adjust brakes Reduce trailer load opin5 BGunoousajqnou Troubleshooting Guide Locking or Dragqing Brakes Malfunction a Incorrect adjustment b Improper synchronization c Faulty controller d Loose bent or broken brake components e Out of round brake drums f Faulty break away switch g Loose or worn wheel bearings Intermittent or Surging Brak
14. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code where it was manufactured and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 3197 means the 31st week of 1997 The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer s discretion This information is used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall uu Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used The number of plies indicates the number of layers of rubber coated fabric in the tire In general the greater the number of plies the more weight a tire can support Tire manufacturers also must indicate the materials in the tire which include steel nylon polyester and others Maximum Load Rating This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions UTOGS Information Treadwear Number This number indicates the tire s wear rate The higher the treadwear num ber is the longer it should take for the tread to wear down For example a tire graded 400 should last twice as long as a tire graded 200 Traction Letter This letter indicates a tire s ability to stop on wet pavement A higher grad ed tire should allow you to stop your car on wet roads in a shorter distance than a tire wi
15. section Trailer Brakes Drag on Acceleration Malfunction Corrective Action a Noclosed check valve on truck a Clean or replace engine or valve leaking causing break check valve or clean away check valve to go shut before trailer booster completely releases b Spring too weak in trailer break b Remove check valve clean away valve replace spring or open check valve assembly Troubleshooting Guide Ef Trailer Brakes Will Not Lock Up Malfunction Corrective Action a Trailer overloaded a Reduce load carried b Incorrect size combo valve b Install proper size valve C Air in trailer hydraulic system C Rebleed hydraulic system d Booster at maximum stroke d Rebleed hydraulic system or replace booster e Vacuum low e Stop vacuum leak or repair truck engine f Slave booster out of hydraulic f Refill reservoir and check fluid for leaks opin5 Bbunoousajqnou g Combo valve connected into low g Connect into high pressure pressure side of frame mounted side of booster booster Combo Valve Chatters and or Brake Pedal Surges When Truck Brakes are Applied Malfunction Corrective Action a Air not completely eliminated a Rebleed system from truck hydraulic system b Combo valve mounted in sucha b Remount with hydraulic position that it will not allow port up bleeding c Dirt under poppet seat of c Remove and replace valve combo valve d Truck booster or hydraulic d Repla
16. 28677 27893 58502 58106 58561 68802 Bruce Siders Lonnie Ph 800 224 5045 Fax 816 241 2380 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 660 535 4814 Fax 660 535 4823 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 660 665 2660 Fax 660 665 2660 Don Lawrence Ph 573 564 3791 Fax 573 564 3792 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 866 387 0433 Fax 417 753 7260 Shawn Lacey Ph 417 864 8511 Fax 417 864 6424 Jimmy Thompson Ph 800 844 9100 Fax 601 932 7037 Kevin Rauch Ph 406 259 2053 Fax 406 259 4587 Steve Eger Ph 800 662 7026 Fax 919 773 4008 Jerry Wright Ph 877 754 4329 Fax 704 838 1709 Bud Futch Ph 252 237 6186 Fax 252 237 4145 Roger Johnsen Ph 701 255 0480 Fax 701 255 3991 Robbie Fetsch Ph 701 282 3790 Fax 701 282 3593 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 701 754 2684 Scott Lamb Ph 308 381 1800 Fax 308 381 4845 SAA A 3 A E 3 0 mui a _ 3 a 3 Consumer Information ra Authorized Repair Facilities Cow Country Sales and Service LLC 902 West Hwy 2 Box 200 Hyannis NE Northwest Nebraska Tire 54603 Hwy 20 PO Box 28 Osmond NE Ship s Cycle 1375 Mountain City Hwy Elko NV E amp R Trailer Sales amp Service 20186 LIncoln Hwy Middle Point OH 45863 Fullenkamps Frenchtown 11465 Mangen Rd Varsailles OH Wilson Trailer Oklahoma 14100 So Meridan Oklahoma City OK Pacific Truck amp Trailer 4826 Monument Dr Grants Pass OR EMM Sales amp Service Inc 141 Zooks Mill Road Brownstown P
17. 886 4602 Gary Pilaczynski Ph 507 752 7833 Fax 507 752 7379 Kurt Aarons Ph 507 388 2907 Fax 507 625 6013 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 218 352 6598 Fax 218 352 6309 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 507 263 4488 Fax 507 263 4225 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 320 235 4180 Fax 320 235 4180 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 417 642 5852 Fax 417 642 5853 Joe Sullenger Ph 417 782 2702 Fax 417 782 8613 Dwight Payton Ph 417 659 9999 Fax 417 659 8020 W Ap Ye Jim Hawk Truck Trailers Kansas 7500 NE Gardner Ave Kansas City MO King City Motors 110 S Connecticut PO Box 506 King City MO Martens Trailer Sales 25043 Dogwood Lane PO Box 609 Kirksville MO Lawrence Trailer Rebuilders 321 E 3rd St Montgomery City MO Evans Trailer amp Equipment Inc 8575 E Hwy 60 Rogersville MO Springfield Trailer Service 2929 E Blaine Springfield MO Utility Trailers 345 Hwy 495 Richland MS KR Rauch Company 1705 Old Hardin Road Billings MT C R T S Inc 3301 Integrity Drive Garner NC C R S T Inc 2956 Amity Hill Road Statesville NC Wilson Trailer Sales amp Service 1825 Thorne Ave PO Box 3637 Wilson NC Johnsen Trailer Sales 2100 Industrial Dr PO Box 1562 Bismarck ND Johnsen Trailer Sales 3631 38th St PO Box 9493 Fargo ND Napoleon Oil 102 Broadway PO Box 237 Napoleon ND Wilson Trailer Grand Island 2314 E Hwy 30 PO Box 2421 Grand Island NE 64120 64463 63501 63361 65742 65803 39218 59101 27529
18. Brake COMMONS Liu wa bate redi poet 2I Brake amp Electrical Controls 27 BIGKES ows to a aeiae m AI ena gus 34 Brakes Operation of 32 Brakes Troubleshooting Guide 49 Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler 68 C Catch Rear Slam 32 Certificate of Limited Warranty 64 Chains Safety 26 Checklist Tire Safety 25 Connector Wiring Diagram Electrical 42 Consumer Information 57 Controls Brake 27 Controls Brake amp Electrical 27 Coupler Attachment 26 Coupler Bulldog Gooseneck 68 Coupler Operation OF 31 Customer Assistance 57 D Decals and Emblems 5 Defects Reporting Safety 57 Diagram Electric Brakes Wiring 43 Diagram Vacuum Hyd Wiring 44 Door LOCKS MEM 29 E Electric Brakes Troubleshooting Guide 55 Electric Brakes Wiring Diagram 42 Electric Hydraulic Brake Appl System 40 Electrical Connector Wiring Diagram 42 Electrical Controls Brake and 27 Electrical Junction BOX 43 Electrical SYSTEM 20 eb ates aini Aat o i drin 38 Electrical Troubleshooting 42 Emblems Decals and 5
19. Otherwise set screws must be torqued to 150 170 ft Ibs Jam nut s must be torqued to 80 90 ft lbs Periodically check for proper torque and tighten if necessary Check for wear on inner tube if retightening is needed e If equipped with a load bearing pin it must be fully inserted through both the inner and outer tubes in order for the coupler to support its rated load e Do not tow unless the load bearing pin is fully inserted and retaining pin is installed Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler s TO Do not exceed 8 maximum extension for this gooseneck coupler Measure the coupler extension as the difference between fully retracted and fully extended positions Couplers with properly installed load bearing pins and square adjustable gooseneck couplers only extend within this range e Keep the ball pocket latch and handle clean All welding must be performed by an AWS certified welder e This product rated according to SAE J2638 Before Towing e Check vehicle hitch ball and coupler for signs of wear or damage Ensure that the coupler opens closes and the handle springs closed when released e Replace bent broken or worn parts before using this product e Ensure that the hitch ball is fully seated in the coupler ball pocket and the latch is closed e Make sure that the trailer safety chains are properly connected to the towing vehicle and trailer e Make sure that all trailer lighting is hooked up and working properly
20. Slam catch is not a lock Make sure lock rod is enaged before moving trailer CORNER FAST SWING DOOR A CAUTION Engage lock rod before moving trailer Rear Slam Catch General Maintenance ve Wheel bearings and cups should be inspected for corrosion or wear every 12 months or 12 000 miles Bearing adjustment and proper lubrication is essential to the function and reliability of your trailer axles Please refer to the Dexter Axle Operations Maintenance Service Manual for the proper lubricant specifications When new bearings are needed they must always be replaced in sets of a cone and a cup 7 000 Ib Torflex axles are standard with E Z Lube spindles This feature allows the bearings to periodically lubricate without removing hubs from the axle Please refer to the Dexter Axle Operation Maintenance Service Manual for additional details The 8 000 10 000 Ib Torflex axles and wheel bearings must be manually lubricated The bearings and cups should be inspected and or lubricated every 12 months or 12 000 miles Please refer to the Dexter Axle Operation Maintenance Service Manual for additional details Optional Oil Bath Bearings The oil level should be checked prior to each trip IMPORTANT NOTICE WASHOUT REQUIRED Feed companies are manufacturing feeds for livestock that produce highly corrosive acids in the animal waste These animal acids are highly corrosive to aluminum Even with the b
21. Three 2 long 1 4 fillet welds must be placed on both sides of the jack along the contacting surface The welds should be as far apart as possible to maximize strength under load 3 If mounting in a tandem application align the jacks carefully so they raise and lower together and share the load equally LAR 20 TYPRCALI yo IA 2 0 TYPRCAL 2 Speed Shift Pattern The jack handle moves 5 8 3 4 while shifting This clearance must be accounted for during installation E e High gear is engaged when the shaft is pushed in Low gear is engaged when the shaft is pulled out Inner Tube Non Spring Return Drop Leg To Equipped w handles Drop Leg Spring Return Drop Leg Not Equipped w handles CAUTION Spring return drop leg has high tension return spring Direct Mount 1 All welding must be performed by an AWS certified welder j 2 Place the jack at the desired location Weld 3 in 2 locations on both sides of the jack using por a 1 4 fillet weld ziba Weld on Pivot Tube Mounting Instructions 1 All welding must be performed by an AWS certified welder 2 The non beveled side of the pivot tube is welded to the tongue 3 Place the weld on pivot tube against the tongue and weld all around with a 1 4 fillet weld Align one set of pivot mount holes verti Cally Pivot Tube 4 Mate the jack to the pivot tube and secure the supplied pin Beveled Side Non beveled Side
22. Tires P The P indicates the tire is for passenger vehicles Next number This three digit number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from side wall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire Next number This two digit number known as the aspect ratio gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall for improved steering response and better overall handling on dry pavement uomeunuoju Ajojes oJ R The R stands for radial Radial ply construction of tires has been the indus try standard for the past 20 years Next number This two digit number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Next number This two or three digit number is the tire s load index It is a measurement of how much weight each tire can support You may find this information in your owner s manual If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law Radial Rim Diameter Ratio of height ta t Code width aspect ratio X Load Index amp Nominal wide of Speed Symbol tire in millimeters y US DOT Tire Passenger or Ident Number car tire Severe Snow Conditions Tire ply P composition permissible WWW met d and Materials inflation LT FA used pressure Treadwear traction H
23. When loading your cargo be sure it is distributed evenly to prevent over loading front to back and side to side Heavy items should be placed low and as close to the axle positions as reasonable Too many items on one side may overload a tire The best way to know the actual weight of the vehicle is to weigh it at a public scale Talk to your dealer to discuss the weighing methods needed to capture the various weights related to the trailer This would include the weight empty or unloaded weights per axle wheel hitch or king pin and total weight Excessive loads and or underinflation cause tire overloading and as a result abnormal tire flexing occurs This situation can generate an excessive amount of heat within the tire Excessive heat may lead to tire failure It is the air pressure that enables a tire to support the load so proper inflation is critical The proper air pressure may be found on the certification VIN label and or on the Tire Placard This value should never exceed the maximum cold inflation pressure stamped on the tire uoneunoju 319Jes oJ Tire Safety Information Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Trailer Trailers 10 000 Pounds GVWR or Less TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION The weight of cargo should never exceed 907 kg or 2000 lbs TIRE SIZE COLD TIRE PRESSURE MISSE SSS FRONT 20 5x8 0 10 E 621kPA or 90 PSI MANUAL FOR REAR J ADDITIONAL SPARE HEN INFORMATION 1 Locate the s
24. a tire is underinflated fill it to the recommended cold inflation pressure indicated on your vehicle s tire information placard or certification label While your tire may still be slightly underinflated due to the extra pounds of pressure in the warm tire itis safer to drive with air pressure that is slightly lower than the vehicle man ufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure than to drive with a signif icantly underinflated tire Since this is a temporary fix don t forget to recheck and adjust the tires pressure when you can obtain a cold reading Tire Size To maintain tire safety purchase new tires that are the same size as the vehi cle s original tires or another size recommended by the manufacturer Look at the tire information placard the owner s manual or the sidewall of the tire you are replacing to find this information If you have any doubt about the correct size to choose consult with the tire dealer Tire Tread The tire tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevent your vehicle from slipping or sliding especially when the road is wet or icy In general tires are not safe and should be replaced when the tread is worn down to 1 16 of an inch Tires have built in treadwear indicators that let you know when it is time to replace your tires These indicators are raised sec tions spaced intermittently in the bottom of the tread grooves When they appear even with the outside of the tread it is time to re
25. ana nn 5 OVE TIC ROA sata rlapdiiig1 iia 7 WBA I OrgUCS AI 8 TWE SEY AAWON NAN NON u uu a usah nshane 9 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 9 Glossary or Tire Terminology u AGA 11 TWE Salely Eventhing Kides ON l n aste ar pi an peso ea pop kapap n 17 Safety First Basic Tire Maintenance _ uu u u u 18 TWE 5 MEDYA i 9 25 PWE S MENEN CHIN c 25 OPERATION Inspection Procedure Before TIP 26 Sake LY CI r A A ee 26 Coupler AACO fia RP 26 Blake and Electrical GONW ONS u a Zi YA r iecoOnt Qk AA kt ep ian a pk e 27 Jiu MET 27 l NAS kenn ea ki et di ka kap M MORI 28 W Wheels and RITS LLULLU TO 28 E OO i BOUK 29 U nia SI Ti uuu Ip MEE 29 us Operating Instructions 30 O NAPE OF Brakes c er ee ete AA AA AA 30 U ODIO OF GATES sse e GAL 30 ma Operati6i Ok CoOppiler u m 31 e Fifth Wheel amp King Pin Engagement 31 k NT GENERAL MAINTENANCE lli e C 32 209 I 32 WEA KNMP FANN NON ee m 32 Operating SON LOG J 32 ANN lg koka pe pei 33 MONN COS uu uuu a on kn ka enn seat ne ne ti jean ee pe WO 35 Optional Oil Bath begu em 33 Wa g a UU FWON COS C
26. desired adjustment hole 6 Verify that the drop leg pin is fully inserted into the jack by checking for no clear ance between the drop leg pin and housing If you see clearance you must adjust the drop leg to fully seat the pin into the hole location You may need to lubricate the drop leg pin assembly as described in the maintenance section If you are unable to fully seat the pin DO NOT USE Or e yer a1enbs o00 Z1 Maintenance The following procedures should be performed at least annually The gears bushings and screw of the jack must be kept lubricated For side wind models apply a small amount of automotive grease with a grease gun at the lubrication points found on the side of the jack near the input shaft Rotate the jack handle to distribute the grease evenly A lightweight oil must be applied to the input shaft bushings at both sides of the jack or gear box For top wind models the screw stem should be lubricated with a light weight oil If equipped the drop leg pin and spring must be kept clean and lubricated with a light weight oil How to Order Use only Cequent Trailer Products parts Replacement parts are available through Cequent Trailer Products Customer Service Department 715 693 1700 or 800 604 9466 Please specify product model number 12 000 Square Jack 78 Limited Three Year Warranty Warranty Cequent Trailer Products Inc We warrants to the original purcha
27. limits uomneunoJju A23JES JAL Tire Safety Tips Preventing Tire Damage Slow down if you have to go over a pothole or other object in the road Do not run over curbs or other foreign objects in the roadway and try not to strike the curb when parking Tire Safety Checklist Check tire pressure regularly at least once a month including the spare Inspect tires for uneven wear patterns on the tread cracks foreign objects or other signs of wear or trauma Remove bits of glass and foreign objects wedged in the tread Make sure your tire valves have valve caps Check tire pressure before going on a long trip Do not overload your vehicle Check the Tire Information and Loading Placard or Users Manual for the maximum recommended load for the vehicle Ba Inspection Procedure Before Trip WARNING Be careful when making inspections hookups and repairs to avoid personal injury Make sure parking brakes are properly activated or that wheel chocks are in place to avoid sudden or unexpected movement of the trailer which could result in bodily injury IMPORTANT It is the Operator s responsibility to conduct a safe and accu rate pre trip inspection of the vehicle including brake condition and proper adjustments and be satisfied that the vehicle is in safe operating condition See 49 CFR Parts 383 and 396 Safety Chains The safety chains should cross behind the coupler and hook indi vidually to the attachment po
28. loading decks as low as feasible considering the requirements for loading space and adequate tire clearance This means that the major factors affect ing operational stability are the knowledge and skill of the driver The predominant causes of the rollover accidents are Excessive speed Violent swerving or turning Application of brakes or tractor power while turning Entering curves at too high a speed may be caused by one of the following factors Over The Road Safe Handling a Traveling at freeway speeds for long periods of time and failing to recognize the high speed of travel and reducing it before entering freeway interchanges or other curves requiring a reduced and controlled speed b Lack of familiarity with the vehicle characteristics to recognize its safe speed with relation to posted speed limits on curves which are usually determined with automobile traffic in mind c Failure to reduce speed sufficiently when approaching congested traffic such as might be found at traffic signals on highways With the advent of today s more powerful and higher torque engines the original practice of maintaining momentum to avoid acceleration in traffic is outmoded Tire Characteristics High pressure truck trailer tires have different char acteristics under high speed cornering conditions than do passenger car tires As an extreme example it is fairly common knowledge that a skilled race car driver can consistently drift
29. normal use maintenance and service Normal use excludes any operation in excess of GWVR gross vehicle weight rating and any use the Owner s Manual states is not recommended Warranty repairs will be made and adjusted in accordance with the Extended Warranty Schedule as it appears on the following page Any repaired or replaced parts are covered only for the remainder of this warranty All parts replaced under this warranty become the property of Wilson Trailer Company This warranty begins on the date the trailer is delivered to the first retail purchaser or the date it is first placed into service as a demonstrator or leased trailer whichever comes first The warranty registration must be completed and returned to Wilson Trailer Company within 14 days after the day the trailer is delivered to the owner Failure to return the warranty registration to Wilson Trailer Company within the specified time will void the warranty This coverage applies only to Gooseneck trailers from 16 32 belly floor lengths with GVW R of 25 000 pounds or less The trailers must be towed by trucks rated at no greater than a 2 ton rating Use of tow vehicles other than specified voids all warranty Non coverage Items This warranty does not cover the following items e lires e Axles wheels tires suspension trailer frame and other components and structure damaged through the use of single axle dump valves e Non standard features or items specified by t
30. oil e Inspect retaining pin and replace if necessary Square Adjustable Gomeneck Coupler How to Order Use only Cequent Trailer Products parts Replacement parts are available through Cequent Trailer Products Customer Service Department 7 15 693 1700 or 800 604 9466 Please specify product model number 292 Bulldog Goosenck Coupler Limited Three Year Warranty Warranty Cequent Trailer Products Inc We warrants to the original purchaser You that the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years under normal use and service ordi nary wear and tear excepted If the product does not comply with this war ranty We will replace the product without charge to You and within a rea sonable time or at Cequent s option refund the purchase price This war ranty is not transferable Limitations on the Warranty Ihe warranty does not cover the follow ing a normal wear and tear b damage through abuse neglect misuse or as a result of any accident or in any other manner c damage from mis application overloading or improper installation d improper mainte nance e a product altered in any manner by anyone other than us Obligations of Purchaser To make a claim contact us at 1050 Indianhead Drive Mosinee WI 54455 1 800 604 9466 identify the product and follow the instructions that will be provided Any returned product that is replaced or r
31. types vary the driver needs to drive with appropriate care and within the limits of the load The well being of the gooseneck livestock trailer is dependent on the stock density ventilation skill of driving and quality of roads Frequent inspection of livestock and careful driving cannot be over emphasized 4 Modification of Trailer Any modification made to the trailer must comply with DOT and NHTSA regulations and must not compromise the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR of the trailer Rev 12 98 A23jes A WARNING Any operation of the trailer outside the limitations stated in this manual will void any responsibility of Wilson Trailer Company for any of its results A CAUTION Personal Injury death and property damage may result from improper operation or unsafe practices Be sure to read and fol low all decals and emblems carefully Decals and Emblems The following section contains the decals and emblems used on Wilson Livestock Trailers Due to differences in configurations and equipment your trailer may or may not use all the decals and emblems listed Newer trailers may also have decals and emblems that differ from older trailers Replace damaged or missing decals promptly ABB 01505 B W I LS O N TRAILER COMPANY WEOLIE CITE HHW A AAA 05604 ABB 01505 F G A WILSON ET AAA 05604 C AAA 0689 1 LO AAA 05564 THIS VEHICLE IS CONSTRUCTED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING U S O
32. 0004 amp 30 000 Gooseneck Coupler Installation Guidelines 1 Be sure that the coupler will reach the towing vehicle to couple with the hitch ball while the load bearing pin is installed ap Load Bearing DEM properly or within the extension of the coupler Pin Retaining Pin if the coupler is a square adjustable gooseneck If equipped with a load bearing pin it must be fully inserted through both the inner and outer tubes and the retaining pin installed in order for the coupler to support its rated load mize vibrations in the coupler during towing Set screw must be torqued to 75 100 ft Ibs Jam Ei nut s must be torqued to 80 90 ft Ibs Locking Plates e 3 Never use the set screw as a replacement for the load bearing Warming Label Ball Pocket Gusseting To support the coupler s rated load reinforcements must extend down the outer tube within 3 above the bottom of the outer tube The coupler must be held rigid and vertical and must not be damaged by heat during installa tion Note Reinforcement for non adjustable couplers must be within 20 above locking La CA T ea m cnn PF MM MZ 212110 A inwaw Ng a ai Ng m E X 5 plates Rein passi N j Non M adjustahle J EE Ma ki Ar Quta aps No more than more 3 n e m ss NR nn a Tubi Measuring wi 20 000 Round 25 000 Square Extension Gooseneck Coupler Installation tiy Guidelines Retracted 1 Do not exceed 8 max
33. 2642 38116 Trailer Sales of Tennessee Inc 414 Woodycrest Ave PO Box 100894 Nashville TN American Equipment amp Trailer Inc 610 N Grand PO Box 32190 Amarillo TX American Equipment amp Trailer Inc 3707 Martin Luther King Blvd PO Box 2010 Lubbock TX S amp W Trailer Service 4803 Emil Road San Antonio TX 78219 Poulsen Trailer Sales Inc 2900 S Hwy 89 91 Logan UT Allstate Truck amp Trailer 35 N 700 W North Salt Lake City UT Meade Tractor Company 19209 Lee Hwy PO Box 2497 Abingdon VA Utility Trailer Sales of Virginia Division of C R T S Inc 711 North Washington Hwy Ashland VA Utility Trailers Sales of Virginia Division of C R T S Inc 146 Simmons Drive Cloverdale VA Freedom Truck Centers Inc 10310 Westbow Spokane WA Northwest Trailer Center 6518 E Dean Spokane WA Leland Trailer Equipment N 616 Lake Road PO Box 11217 Spokane WA Northwest Trailer Center 6518 E Dean Spokane WA Freedom Truck Centers Inc 1901 Rudkin Road Union Gap WA Precision Repair amp Accessories 2101 Center Drive Darlington WI Trudell Sales of Green Bay Hwy 41 amp 2049 Creamery Road DePere WI Badger Utility Inc of Wisconsin 4334 Daentel Road DeForest WI Kieler Service Center 3722 Contractor Lane Kieler WI 37224 79120 79404 84321 84054 24212 23005 24077 99224 99212 99211 99212 98903 53530 Jeff Hendzel 54115 53532 53812 Raymond Estes Ph
34. 3 329 3460 Rick Featherstone Ph 403 720 7100 Fax 403 720 5794 Pete Parsons Ph 780 447 7373 Fax 780 447 7377 Brian Mann Ph 604 940 0210 Fax 604 940 0610 5B Ocean Trailer 415 Lucas Ave Winnipeg Manitoba CN Trans East Trailer LTD 368 Urquhart Ave Moncton NB CN Trailers Canada 5185 Fountain Street Breslau Ontario CN Trans East Trailer LTD 821 Cumberland Ave Burlington Ontario CN Ulch Trailer Sales LTD RR1 1719 Road 164 Kirkton Ontario CN Select Trailer Sales East 6145 Nertherhart Road Mississauga Ontario CN Golden West Trailer Sales 1802 Stadacona St West Moose Jaw Sask CN Beck s Trailer Repair 22080 Hwy 34 Fort Morgan CO Trailer Service Inc 5200 E 78th Ave Commerce City CO Colt Western Leasing 515 East Chestnut PO Box 529 Sterling CO Utility Eastern Shore US Hwy 13 amp County Rd 40 Bridgeville DE JCS Enterprises 4390 Old McDonough Conley GA Olsen s Outdoor Power 2800 E 7th Street Atlantic IA Central Trailer Service LTD 316 Adventureland Drive Altoona IA Des Moines Jim Hawk 3515 Adventureland Dr PO Box 217 Altoona IA Seegers Truck amp Trailer 1125 66th Ave SW Cedar Rapids IA R3C 2E6 E1H 2R6 NOB 1MO L7N 3J7 NOK 1KO L5T 1G5 S6H 4N8 80701 80022 80751 19933 30027 50022 50009 50009 52404 Brad Martens Ph 204 940 7364 Fax 204 940 7360 Jim Mullett Ph 877 854 2225 Fax 506 854 2353 Steve Walda
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36. 615 259 3301 Fax 615 726 2369 DeWight Stewart Ph 806 383 8831 Fax 806 383 0662 Danny Jones Ph 806 747 2991 Fax 806 747 3715 Gene Carrion Ph 210 661 4691 Fax 210 666 0975 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 800 752 5636 Fax 435 753 8835 Tony Martinez Ph 801 936 1811 Fax 801 936 2754 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 800 245 2024 Fax 276 628 9231 John Eddy Ph 800 443 5254 Fax 804 798 2685 Ph 877 992 9850 Fax 540 992 2878 Allen Feider Ph 509 744 0390 Fax 509 363 3109 Craig Stelling Ph 509 535 3007 Fax 509 535 2017 Darryl Heath Ph 509 535 0291 Fax 509 535 0294 Craig Stelling Ph 509 535 3007 Fax 509 535 2017 Mike Hubbard Ph 509 248 3718 800 378 9478 Ron Ray Ph 608 776 8789 Fax 608 776 3838 Ph 920 336 0601 Fax 920 336 1881 Dale Sturdevart Ph 800 362 7370 Fax 608 249 5301 Brian Hartl Ph 608 568 7265 Fax 608 568 3229 WATA Fak 509 575 1255 A 5 A C 3 0 _ 5 i 0 a 3 QJ 0 3 Consumer Information Certificate of Limited Warranty The following warranty is given to the owner of each new Wilson trailer sold by Wilson Trailer Company or its authorized dealers in the United States and Canada during the period of time and upon the conditions set out in the Extended Warranty Schedule Warranty Coverage Wilson Trailer Company will repair or replace at its option any factory installed part that is defective in material or factory workmanship under
37. A 17508 Carl s Trailer Sales Inc 10958 US Hwy 212 PO Box 98 Belle Fourche SD M amp J Auto Inc 121 West Hwy 18 PO Box 308 Gregory SD Pioneer Garage Inc 525 Commerical Ave NE PO Box 129 Highmore SD A Bar K Trailer Sales 1003 E Rice Street Sioux Falls SD Crossroads Trailer 4801 N National Ave Sioux Falls SD Larson Truck Sales Inc 27115 Parklane Drive Sioux Falls SD Schuchards Westside GMC Truck 1800 9th Ave SW PO Box 1506 Watertown SD Transport Parts Inc 3370 Fontaine Road Memphis TN GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 877 450 2356 Fax 308 458 2591 69350 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 800748 3514 Fax 402 748 3316 68765 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 888 860 817 1 89801 Fax 509 837 2346 Jason Will Ph 419 968 2115 Fax 419 968 27 12 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 866 217 7440 45380 Fax 937 526 9120 Ronnie Burnside Ph 800 522 9919 73173 Fax 405 69 1 4932 Todd Singleton Ph 54 1 47 1 4450 97526 Fax 54 1 47 1 4452 Kevin Wimer Ph 800 288 208 1 Fax 717 859 3294 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 800 86 1 4032 Fax 605 892 4272 57717 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 605 835 9909 Fax 605 835 9908 57533 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 800 666 5176 Fax 605 852 2795 57345 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 605 335 8934 57103 Fax 605 335 3091 Chuck Bagley Ph 605 334 3033 57104 Fax 605 334 6241 Vern Feekes Ph 605 368 5217 57106 Fax 605 368 2199 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 800 526 0078 Fax 605 886 8055 57201 Ken Carter Ph 901 396 3615 Fax 901 396 1375
38. Drop Leg Operation Spring Return Drop Leg Operation WARNING Drop leg will naturally retract very quickly 1 Verify that the jack is not supporting any load 2 If extended place your foot on foot plate to control Drop Leg Pin the return of the drop leg Engaged No Clearance 3 Disengage drop leg pin by rotating to the disen LTT gaged position f e l w 4 Carefully move the drop leg to the desired position x x Uy Af using your foot J l 5 Engage the drop leg pin by rotating it to the Drop Leg EN engaged position and into the desired adjustment hole Pinnot 6 Verify that the drop leg pin is fully inserted into the fully jack by checking for no clearance between the drop leg Puis pin and housing If you see clearance you must adjust the drop leg to fully seat the pin into the hole location Al You may need to lubricate the drop leg pin assembly as Ng described in the maintenance section If you are unable to fully seat the pin DO NOT USE Drop Leg Pin Disengaged Non Spring Return Drop Leg Operation WARNING Drop leg will naturally fall 1 Verify that the Jack is not supporting any load 2 If retracted grasp the handle of foot plate to control the fall of the drop leg 3 Disengage drop leg pin by rotating to the disengaged position 4 Carefully move the drop leg to the desired position 5 Engage the drop leg pin by rotating it to the engaged position and into the
39. ING Check wheel nuts after initial 50 to 100 miles of service See Owner s Manual for correct torque requirements Failure to do so may result in equipment damage or personal injury 9 94 A 6891 C AAA 0689 1 AH A WARNING Failure to use properly matched wheels studs brake drums or capnuts will result in equipment damage and could result in injury or DEATH if wheel comes off AAA 0689 1 GC A WARNING Equipment damage or crushing and injury can occur when air suspension pressure leaks off Exhaust air suspension before disconnecting from trailer WTC 8 00 A 6891 GC AAA 06462 BD A CAUTION BE CERTAIN THAT COUPLER LOCK HANDLE IS COMPLETELY ENGAGED BEFORE TOWING TRAILER W T C 1 96 A 6462 BP AAA 0689 1 MA NOTICE Rev 8 15 Note Emblems will vary with trailer Please check GVWR rating when ordering emblem Other emblems available per trailer rating m AAA 0689 1 GB AAA 0689 1 KW The Owner s Manual contains important information regarding safe and proper operation of this trailer Read Owner s Manual before using trailer A213jes WTC 7 00 A 6891 GB AAA 0689 1 EC INFORMATION This trailer is equipped with manual adjust brakes Check the brake adjustment after the first 200 miles and every 3000 miles or as necessary thereafter If brake adjustment is required use the procedure in the Dexter service manual A 6891 EC AAA 0689 1 EB INFORMATION Thi
40. R CANADA PATENTS 3292967 2970861 202879 4153289 4293158 4277096 AAA 06462 CK OTHER PATENTS APPLIED FOR WILSON TRAILER COMPANY SIOUX CITY IOWA CHECK NUTS PERIODICALLY TORQUE TO 85 95 FT LBS W T C 4 95 A 6462 CK AAA 06462 BV FHWA PERIODIC INSPECTION This vehicle has passed inspection in accordance with 49 CFR 396 17 through 396 23 The inspection report is located at WILSON TRAILER COMPANY 4400 South Lewis Boulevard Sioux City lowa 51106 CHECK NUTS PERIODICALLY TORQUETO 275 325 FT LBS a AAA 06462 BT CHECK NUTS PERIODICALLY TORQUE TO 110 120 FT LBS Telephone 712 252 6500 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN 2002 2003 JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC 2004 2005 DATE OF INSPECTION WTC A 6891 GP AAA 06462 AW Door and gate locks which show excessive wear should be replaced immediately m AA AAA 0689 1 AK ALIGNMENT CHECK For extended tire wear suspension alignment must be checked after an initial break in period and at regular intervals 3 89 A 6891 AK Safety AAA 06462 CD 4 CAUTION MAKE CERTAIN ROLLUP SWING AND HALF SLIDE GATES AT THE REAREND ARE CLOSED WHILE AAB 01545 A IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE TRAVELING BE SURE THAT 1 DIVIDE GATES ARE SECURED IN EITHER OPEN OR CLOSED POSI TION IN STATIONARY DECK MODELS GATES MUST BE CLOSED AND LATCHED ROLL UP END GATES ARE CLOSED CLEAN O
41. UT DOORS ARE CLOSED AND LATCHED ROOF HATCHES AND TRAP DOORS ARE CLOSED LIFT DECKS ARE RESTING FIRMLY ON DECK RAILS WITH SLACK CABLES TRAILER IS BEING OPERATED OR PARKED W T C 6 93 A 6462 CD W T C 9 86 B 1545 A AAA 0689 1 GT A CAUTION Do not pour any fluid into service gladhand Doing so will result in valve failure and void warranty WTC 10 01 A 6891 GT AAA 0689 1 CZ C LA CAUTION Strong acid cleaners containing hydroflouric NO acid sulfuric acid or phosphoric acid can damage trailer structure and finish To avoid structural damage wash your trailer with a mild caustic or alkaline cleaner followed by a thorough warm water rinse max pH 9 Structural damage can result from use of strong acidic cleaner 11 94 A 6891 CZ AAA 06492 BP 4A CAUTION BE CERTAIN THAT COUPLER LOCK HANDLE IS COMPLETELY ENGAGED BEFORE TOWING TRAILER W T C 1 96 A 6462 BP AAA 06492 BO 4 CAUTION CHECK BATTERY BEFORE TOWING CHARGED BATTERY REQUIRED FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE BREAKAWAY BRAKE APPLICATION B 02395 C ACAUTION GVWR 20 000 POUNDS AAA 06462 BO A CAUTION DO NOT ATTACH CABLE TO HITCH BALL CABLE MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE TOWING VEHICLE FOR THE PROPER OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE W T C 1 96 A 6462 BO AAA 0689 1 C A WARNING To prevent personal injury stand clear of Swinging Gates until Slam Locks are engaged W T LE NL lH AWARN
42. Wilson Trailer Company GOOSENECK LIVESTOCK TRAILER OWNERS MANUAL This manual has been prepared to help you operate your new Wilson trailer successfully economically and safely Should you have any questions we ask that you contact a Wilson Trailer Company factory representative immediately for a clear explanation We thank you for expressing your confidence in us through the purchase of your new Wilson Gooseneck trailer We want you to know that it was designed to meet your specific needs for a livestock trailer and was built for long life and low cost operation With regular proper maintenance and your common sense use we are confident that it will do so Wilson 3 TRAILER COMPANY Since 1890 A Good Name to Have Behind You Additional owner s manuals and decal kits for this trailer are available without charge This manual Includes m Certificate of Limited Warranty m Disclaimer and Exclusive Remedies to Which the Sale is Subject MODEL NO SERIAL NO This safety alert symbol is to raise your awareness to important messages in this manual When you see this symbol be alert to the possibility of personal injury and carefully read the message that follows TABLE OF CONTENTS by SECTION GENERAL INFORMATION Normal TI MEN OPEN ON er 4 Loading and Unloading of Livestock 4 MOCNCHION ON TAN ON vay mm 5 SAFETY DEC NS and EIE NAN s LU ko kt n kn kn uie Fe ti
43. acard expressed in kilopascals kpa which is the metric measure used internationally Manufacturers of passenger vehicles and light trucks determine this number based on the vehicle s design load limit that is the greatest amount of weight a vehicle can safely carry and the vehicle s tire size The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is referred to as the recommended cold inflation pressure As you will read below it is difficult to obtain the recommended tire pressure if your tires are not cold Because tires are designed to be used on more than one type of vehicle tire manufacturers list the maximum permissible inflation pressure on the tire sidewall This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions z 18 Checking Tire Pressure It is important to check your vehicle s tire pressure at least once a month for the following reasons Most tires may naturally lose air over time Tires can lose air suddenly if you drive over a pothole or other object or if you strike the curb when parking With radial tires it is usually not possible to determine underinflation by visual inspection For convenience purchase a tire pressure gauge to keep in your vehi cle Gauges can be purchased at tire dealerships auto supply stores and other retail outlets The recommended tire inflation pressure that vehicle manufacturers provide reflects the proper psi when a ti
44. ally to insure that wiring and connections are secure A short or an open circuit can result in a no brake condition 3 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 4 The breakaway battery charger is connected to the Clearance Light Circuit Therefore the breakaway battery charges only when the clearance lights are on Rev 6 02 12 Volt Breakaway e Battery Black Clearance Light Circuit TRAILER Breakaway Switch Brake Controller White Ground Electrical System 238 Battery Data Chart 1 2 Volt P N 2023 5 amp hr max discharge current 20 hr rate 250 mA Max Discharge Current 40 amps Max charge current must be limited to 1 2 amps Length 3 54 Width 2 76 Height 4 13 Weight 3 8 Ibs Terminals Fasten Tab 187 x 032 Service Life Under normal operating conditions 4 5 years in standby applications or 200 1000 charge discharge cycles depending upon depth of discharge and rate of charge 12 Volt Sealed Lead Acid Battery Breakaway Battery To maximize the life of the battery the following conditions should be met 1 Avoid over or undercharge This is the single worst enemy of lead acid batteries 2 Batteries should be stored in a discharged state or at elevated room
45. ation about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Rev 8 08 Keep Informed All information contained in this manual including illustrations dimensions and specifications are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication approval Changes are being made continually to improve the product The right is reserved to make changes in materials equipment design specifications and models and to discontinue models without additional notice or obligations Keep informed about continued product changes by remaining in contact with a Wilson Trailer Company authorized gooseneck representative on a regular basis Customer Assistance When it comes to service repair and parts remember that your Wilson Trailer Company authorized gooseneck representative knows your vehicle best Contact him to help you with these matters He is sincerely interested in seeing that your trailer needs are completely satisfied If you need help in locating the Wilson Trailer Company authorized gooseneck representative nearest you call us at 800 98 2002 and ask for Dealer Information Services If you are looking for the nearest Wilson repair facility refer to the following Authorized Repair Facility list s5 UOnPuloJju JoUINSUOJ Consumer Information DI Authorized Repair Facilities Utility Trailer Sales of Alabama 2800 Pinson Valley Parkway PO Box 170698 Birmingham AL 35217 Utility T
46. ce or repair vacuum boost unit faulty booster or hydraulic boost fie Troubleshooting Guide Trailer Brakes Lock Up and Will Not Release Malfunction Corrective Action a No closed check valve on truck a Clean or replace truck or valve not holding causing trailer break away check valve to lock closed closed check valve b Caliper or wheel cylinder frozen b Repair or replace c Trailer hydraulic lines mashed c Repair or replace mashed or or crimped or crimped section d Hand control on combo valve d Release hand control applied e Combo valve stuck in the applied e Remove or replace position f Vacuum control line broken f Remove line connect line disconnected or plugged or remove restriction g Trailer break away valve spring g Replace spring and install too weak causing valve to close as booster tries to release or valve installed backwards open check seat toward booster When Trailer Brakes are in Full Application Truck Brakes Only Partially Apply or When Truck Brakes are Full Application the Trailer Brakes Only Partially Apply Malfunction Corrective Action a Incorrect size combo valve a installed on truck Remove and replace b Excessive air in trailer brake D system would result in partial trailer brake application Rebleed trailer hydraulic system E yam Engine Will Not Reach Normal Vacuum or it Runs Rough After Combo Valve Installation Malfunct
47. city e Never exceed maximum rated capacity Refer to stamped markings or decals on product to obtain capacity If uncertain contact Cequent Trailer Products at 800 604 9466 or www cequentgroup com e These jacks are designed for vertical loading Excessive side forces may cause jack failure and must be avoided e If this product has a pivot tube mount make certain the pivot pin is fully inserted through both sides on the pivot tube and the pivot mount e If this product has a drop leg never attempt to adjust the drop leg when the jack is under load e These jacks are designed for mounting to flat surfaces only e Keep clear of pinch point at drop leg pin The drop leg will naturally drop or retract very quickly depending on model e Keep clear of holes in drop leg All welding must be performed by an AWS certified welder Always replace bent broken or worn parts before using product a 12 000 Ib Square Jack Installation Instructions Before mounting the jack confirm that there will be no interference from the tow vehicle tongue ground and any other mounted accessories while sta tionary or in motion Before installing check for interference in all positions including handle swing in both gears if applicable and swivel positions if applicable Check for interference again after installation is complete Direct Mount to Load Bearing Member 1 All welding must be performed by an AWS certified welder 2
48. d to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread Vehicle capacity weight The rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kilograms 150 Ibs times the vehicle s designated seating capacity Vehicle maximum load on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two Vehicle normal load on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight accessory weight and normal occu pant weight distributed in accordance with Table l of CRF 49 571 110 and dividing by 2 s16 Weather side The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Wheel center member In the case of a non pneumatic tire assembly incorporating a wheel a mechanical device which attaches either integrally or separably to the non pneumatic rim and provides the connection between the non pneumatic rim and the vehicle or in the case of a non pneumatic tire assembly not incorporating a wheel a mechanical device which attaches either integrally or separably to the non pneumatic tire and provides the connection between tire and the vehicle Wheel holding fixture The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely dur ing testing Tire Safety Everything Rides On It The National Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA has published a brochure DOT HS 809 361
49. designed to be driven for extended periods of time The ratings range from 99 miles per hour mph to 186 mph These ratings are listed below You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law Letter Rating Speed Rating O 99 mph R 106 mph S 112 mph IN 118 mph U 124 mph H 130 mph V 149 mph W 168 mph Y 186 mph Additional Information on Light ee Truck Tires Load Range sd mail Severe snow Light conditions truck tire Tires for light trucks have other markings besides those found on the sidewalls of passenger tires LT The LT indicates the tire is for light trucks or trailers F Max load 1 ST amp inflation when Load inflation used as a single limita An ST is an indication the tire is for trailer use only 24 Additional Information on Light Truck Tires Max Load Dual kg Ibs at kPa psi Cold This information indicates the maxi Max load mum load and tire pressure when the onim denke tire is used as a dual that is when four us portion tires are put on each rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle Max Load Single kg Ibs at kPa psi Cold This information indicates the maxi mum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single Max load amp inflation when used as a single Load inflation limits Load Range This information identifies the tire s load carrying capabilities and it s inflation
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51. e Certification VIN tag Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated RIm diameter This means the nominal diameter of the bead seat Rim size designation This means the rim diameter and width Rim type designation This means the industry of manufacturer s designation for a rim by style or code Rim width This means the nominal distance between rim flanges Section width The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire excluding elevations due to labeling decoration or protective bands 2 52 Tire Safety Information Glossary of Tire Terminology Sidewall That portion of a tire between the tread and bead Sidewall separation The parting of the rubber compound from the cord material in the sidewall Special Trailer ST tire The ST is an indication the tire is for trailer use only Test rim The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing and may be any rim list ed as appropriate for use with that tire Tread That portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Tread rib A tread section running circumferentially around a tire Tread separation Pulling away of the tread from the tire carcass Treadwear indicators TWI The projections within the principal grooves designe
52. e second column of Table l of 49 CFR 571 110 Occupant distribution The distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table of 49 CFR 571 110 Open splice Any parting at any junction of tread sidewall or innerliner that extends to cord material Outer diameter The overall diameter of an inflated new tire Overall width The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire including elevations due to labeling decorations or protective bands or ribs Ply A layer of rubber coated parallel cords 14 Pneumatic tire A mechanical device made of rubber chemicals fabric and steel or other materials that when mounted on an automotive wheel provides the traction and contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load Production options weight The combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 2 3 kilograms 5 Ibs in excess of those standard items which they replace not previously considered in curb weight or acces sory weight including heavy duty brakes ride levelers roof rack heavy duty battery and special trim Radial ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread uoneunoju 19Jes JAL Recommended inflation pressure This is the inflation pressure provided by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire Information label and on th
53. e structure except tread and sidewall rubber which when inflated bears the load atts uoneunoju AJ3JES JIL Tire Safety Information Glossary of Tire Terminology Chunking The breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall Cold inflation pressure The pressure in the tire before you drive Cord The strands forming the plies in the tire Cord separation The parting of cords from adjacent rubber compounds Cracking Any parting within the tread sidewall or inner liner of the tire extending to cord material CT A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire and rim system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges pointed radially inward and the tire is designed to fit on the underside of the rim in a manner that encloses the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant and if so equipped air con ditioning and additional weight optional engine Extra load tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire Groove The space between two adjacent tread ribs Gross Axle Weight Rating The maximum weight that any axle can support as published on the Certification VIN label on the front left side of the trailer Actual weight determined by weighing each axle on a public scale with the trailer attached t
54. efunded becomes the property of Cequent You will be responsible for shipping costs to us Please retain your purchase receipt to verify date of purchase This must be produced to honor warranty claim Remedy Limits Repair or replacement is the purchaser s sole remedy under this or any other warranty on the product whether express or implied We shall not be liable for service or labor charges incurred in remov ing or replacing product or any incidental or consequential damages of any kind We expressly disclaim any implied warranty of merchantability or fit ness for particular purpose after the three year warranty period Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limita tion of an implied warranty so the above exclusion and limitation may not apply to you Legal Rights This warranty gives you specific legal rights and You may have rights other which vary from state to state ANY IMPLIED WARRAN TY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR POSE ON ANY PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED TO THREE YEARS FROM THE DATE OF RETAIL PURCHASE TO YOU Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limita tion may not apply to you This warranty is governed by the laws of the United States of America and is void where prohibited Cequent Trailer Products 1050 Indianhead Dr P O Box 8 Mosinee WI 54455 0008 800 604 9466 715 693 1700 Fax 715 693 1799 TR Sales cequentgrou
55. en any of these conditions exist If your axles are equipped with oil lubricated hubs check the oil level and fill to the required level indicated on the oil cap if necessary Rev 3 93 Check wheel nuts after initial 50 to 100 miles of service See Owner s manual for correct torque requirements Failure to do so may result in equipment damage and personal injury A 6891 C Insufficient mounting torque can cause wheel shimmy resulting in damage to parts and extreme tire wear Excessive mounting torque can cause studs and capnuts to break and discs to crack in stud hole area Inspection Procedure Before Trip 228 Door Locks r Li E r a m Check all gate locks access door locks side door locks and rear door locks before each trip to insure that they are in proper working order Any doors gate locks or keepers which show excessive wear should be replaced immediately Care should be taken to keep the area around the door frame clear of any debris or animal wastes A build up of animal waste may result in more pressure being applied to locks than they were designed to withstand CAUTION Door and gate locks which show excessive wear should be replaced immediately A 6462 AW Check the trailer sides for inconspicuous dam age to the top and bottom rails as well as the side structure Any problems observed in the side structure should be corrected immediately to prevent the damage
56. es Malfunction a Faulty controller b Loose wire connections c Shorts in wiring d Improper ground e Broken magnet leads f Out of round drums g Loose wheel bearings m m Corrective Action v Adjust brakes b Re synchronize C Test and correct d Replace components e Machine or replace f Repair or replace g Replace bearings and examine hub Corrective Action a Test and correct b Check all connections C Trace and repair wiring d Check ground Do not replace through hitch e Check magnets and replace if necessary f Machine or replace g Check and adjust bearings Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Wilson Trailer Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Wilson Trailer Company To contact NHSTA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other inform
57. ese Instructions e Read understand and follow all instructions before installing and using this product Never allow anyone unfamiliar with these instructions to use this product e Read understand and follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the product s on which this product will be installed e Installation of this product must conform to the following mounting instructions e Save these instsrtuctions for use as a reference in the future A WARNING Failure to follow these warnings and instructions may result in property damage serious bodily injury and or death e Purchaser owner must ensure that product is installed according to these instructions Purchaser owner must not alter or modify the product Operator and bystanders should never position any body part under any portion of this product or the load being supported e Do Not allow children to play on or around this product or the load being supported e Weigh your trailer plus added load Do not exceed the lesser of coupler hitch vehicle ball or trailer weight ratings including load e Use only a 2 5 16 ball rated equal to or greater than the capacity of this coupler If uncertain contact Cequent Trailer Products at 800 604 9466 or www cequentgroup com e Always secure load vehicle and trailer by blocking wheels before latching unlatching coupler e If equipped with a load bearing pin set screw must be torqued to 75 100 ft Ibs
58. est materials and design you must wash out your trailer thoroughly as often as possible or at least once a week to minimize corrosion damage to your trailer Rev 2 93 NOTICE Please be aware that staining and discoloration can and may appear on aluminum trailers This can appear at anytime for various reasons and is beyond the control of Wilson Trailer Exposure to cleansers highway treatment and de icing chemicals along with general weather conditions or a combination of the above can be cause for staining and corrosion Wilson Trailer is not responsible for these occurrences and any staining or discoloration is not covered by Wilson Trailer warranty Rev 8 15 MCI 92uPug9gJuieJy LL15UI5 Brakes See Notice Gooseneck Trailer Brakes Page 4 5 _ Adjust your trailer brakes after the first 200 miles and then after every 3 000 miles or 3 months of use The brake drum should be inspected every 12 months or 12 000 miles Inspect the drum sur face for excessive wear or heavy scoring If worn more than 020 oversized drums should be turned The maximum rebore should not exceed 090 On trailers with electric brakes also inspect the inner surface of the brake drum that contacts the brake magnet If the surface is scored or worn unevenly it should be refaced by removing not more than 030 of material Check the brake magnet for wear and current draw every 6 months or 6 000 miles It is important that
59. from extending futher Unrepaired damage could affect the safe load carrying capacity of the side structure zx Punched side trailers are built with aluminum side skin Do Not use the holes to hang heavy objects on the side Do Not use the holes to tie animals This could damage the side skin Contact Wilson Trailer Company immediately for information on proper support of mounting brackets for such applications Failure to follow these procedures may result in unnecessary wear and part malfunction It may also create difficulties with the mechanical operation of the trailer and could possibly result in personal injury and or property damage du 910J9g JINPIJOJLJj UONIDJASU Operating Instuctions Operation of Brakes a Your trailer brakes are designed to work together with your towing vehicle brakes to stop the combined load When one does the stopping for both the overload causes heat build up which can result in brake wear a direct loss of braking power and increased brake lining wear Jack knifing can occur if the tow vehicle brakes are used alone allowing the trailer to push the vehicle This can result in equipment damage and personal injury Complete details for making adjustments on or replacement within your braking system can be found in the brake manufacturers supplement provided with this manual See Notice Gooseneck Trailer Brakes Page 4 5 Proper synchronization of tow vehicle to
60. gged wires Make sure connections are complete Check for burned out light AG Stop Light Not Working 1 2 5 Check for power at 6 way plug Check for proper ground behind light Make sure you have a clean ground Check for corrosion Corrosion may occur on wires connections lights bulbs and light Check for unplugged wires Make sure connections are complete Check for burned out light Interior Light Not Working 1 2 5 Check for power at 6 way plug Check for proper ground behind light Make sure you have a clean ground Check for corrosion Corrosion may occur on wires connections lights bulbs and light Check for unplugged wires Make sure connections are complete Check for burned out light License Plate Light Not Working 1 2 Check for power at 6 way plug Check for proper ground behind light Make sure you have a clean ground Check for corrosion Corrosion may occur on wires connections lights bulbs and light Check for burned out light Check for unplugged wires Make sure connections are complete SAT 2 w33 sAs E2113291 3 Electrical System Electrical Troubleshooting O niv One Side Workin li 2 Check all grounds on side not working Make sure you have a clean ground Check for damaged or pinched wires Lighted Sign Not Working Optional l 2 5 Check for power at 6 way plug Check for proper gr
61. h a lining drag Replace the adjusting hole cover and lower the wheel to the ground Repeat the above procedure on all brakes This section applicable to trailers equipped with Dexter Axles Taken from Dexter Axle Service Manual s 2 Wheels and Tires Wheels are a critical component of your running gear system When replacing the trailer wheels it is critical to match the capacity ratings and to ensure that they are equal or greater than the original equipment supplied by the manufacturer Rev 3 93 Do not attempt to repair or modify a wheel Even minor modifications can have a great effect Do not install a tube to correct a leak through the rim f the rim is cracked the air pressure in the tube may cause the pieces of the rim to explode with great force and can cause serious injury or death Torque Requirements It is extremely important to apply and maintain proper wheel mounting torque to your trailer axle Torque is a measure of the amount of tightening applied to a fastener nut or bolt and is expressed as length times force A force of 90 pounds applied at the end of a wrench one foot long will yield 90 foot pounds of torque Torque wrenches are the best method to assure that the proper amount of torque is being applied to a fastener Be sure to use only the fasteners matched to the cone angle of your wheel usually 60 or 90 degrees The proper procedure for attaching your wheels is as fo
62. hat coupler lock handle is completely engaged before towing trailer A 6462 BP Rev 1 02 Fifth Wheel and King Pin Engagement If equipped with a King Pin After hook up check for positive engagement of the lower fifth wheel and king pin Apply trailer brakes and attempt to move the tractor forward to ensure that the fifth wheel and king pin are positively locked A CAUTION Plastic king pin liners lube plate cannot be installed on Wilson Trailer Company king pin assemblies A lube plate changes the king pin interface dimensions of the fifth wheel lock This may result in coupling difficulties premature lock wear and potentially a dropped trailer suononasuj bunelodo Fastenings md Floors deck rails coupler assemblies and tandem sub assemblies are attached to the trailer side with zinc plated and stainless steel fasteners A CAUTION Each month check to see that all zinc plated steel fasteners are in place If any are missing or loose they should be replaced immediately Your Wilson gooseneck trailer is con structed with aluminum treadplate floors to reduce slipping Never use sand or abrasive materials for animal bedding as this will cause excessive floor wear The most important part of floor maintenance is cleaning Gate and Ramp Hinges ind Gate and ramp hinges are provided with grease fittings They should be lubricated on a regular basis in order to avoid unnecessary wear
63. he purchaser e Parts that fail due to lack of required maintenance or use of non equivalent parts e Normal wear or deterioration on any part e Any trailer normally driven outside the United States or Canada e The replacement of expendable maintenance items when the replace ment is not due to a defect in material or factory workmanship 66 To Get Warranty Service Parts claimed to be defective in material or workmanship must be brought to the attention of Wilson Trailer Company or the selling dealer by taking the trailer to the dealer or by written notification within ten 10 days of discovery and any repairs or replacement must be commenced within forty five 45 days thereafter Wilson Trailer Company has the right to inspect the claimed defect and determine whether the part is covered by this warranty If you cannot get warranty service or you are dissatisfied with the service or with a warranty decision contact Technical Service and Claims Manager Wilson Trailer Company P O Box 6300 Sioux City IA 51106 Owner s Responsibility As the owner of this trailer you have the responsibility to perform the required maintenance at the proper intervals and make reasonable and normal use of the trailer Limitations and Disclaimers Wilson Trailer Company disclaims any responsibility for any loss of time or use of the parts or trailers in which the parts are installed transportation cargo loss or other incidental or consequen
64. he sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Measuring rim The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension require ments Pin Weight The downward force applied to the 5th wheel or gooseneck ball by the trailer kingpin or gooseneck coupler Se HP Tire Safety Information Glossary of Tire Terminology Non pneumatic rim A mechanical device which when a non pneumatic tire assembly incorporates a wheel supports the tire and attaches either integrally or separably to the wheel center member and upon which the tire is attached Non pneumatic spare tire assembly A non pneumatic tire assembly intended for temporary use in place of one of the pneumatic tires and rims that are fitted to a passenger car in compliance with the requirements of this standard Non pneumatic tire A mechanical device which transmits either directly or through a wheel or wheel center member the vertical load and tractive forces from the roadway to the vehicle generates the tractive forces that provide the directional control of the vehicle and does not rely on the containment of any gas or fluid for providing those functions Non pneumatic tire assembly A non pneumatic tire alone or in combination with a wheel or wheel center member which can be mounted on a vehicle Normal occupant weight This means 68 kilograms 150 Ibs times the number of occupants specified in th
65. imum extension for this gooseneck coupler 2 Tighten the set screws and jam nut to secure the coupler during towing If equipped with a load bearing pin and single set screw the set screw must be torqued to 75 100 ft lbs For non load bearing pin models with two set screws torque set screws to 150 170 ft Ibs Jam nut s must be torqued to 80 90 ft Ibs 3 Never use the set screw or any other device as a replacement for the load bearing pin Max Extension EU Retaining Pin pn Operation To Couple 1 Block trailer wheels D 2 Align hitch ball beneath 1 ll coupler f laan eie 3 Set the locking pin in the Tr open position Iz L1 aee 4 Slide the locking plate into Gua JE ope gt the open position and lower the trailer onto the hitch ball Locking Plate Open JA 5 Visually check that the hitch a wen Hole ball is fully seated in the cou pler 6 Slide the locking plate into the closed position 7 Set the lock pin in the closed position to close the coupler To Uncouple 1 Block trailer wheels 2 Set the locking pin in the open position 3 Slide the locking plate into the open position and raise the trailer from the hitch ball 413 dno3j 33u3so07 oping Maintenance Keep ball pocket and mechanism clean The following procedures should be performed at least annually e Check set screw torque e Grease ball pocket Oil pivot points with SAE 30 wt motor
66. ints in the tow vehicle shown in photo to the left They MUST NOT be attached to the ball Coupler Attachment After hook up check for positive engagement of the hitch ball and coupler Be certain that coupler lock handle is completely engaged before towing the trailer Also check to insure that coupler adjustment set screws are torqued to a minumum 125 FT LBS Rev 4 12 Do not attach cable to hitch ball Cable must be attached to the towing vehicle for the proper opera tion of the vehicle A 6462 BOJ Be sure that coupler lock handle is completely engaged before towing trailer A 6462 BP Coupler bolts must be torqued to a minumum 125 FT LBS Vendor supplied decal Rev 4 12 Brake and Electrical Controls Connect the 6 way plug and check for proper operation of stop lights turn signals and running lights Repair malfunctioning light equipment prior to trip Check and clean all lights and reflectors Proper operation requires clean and positive contact between electrical connections Be sure the plug on the light cable and the trailer connector are free of corrosion Inspect all wiring to see it is not frayed Check brakes for proper operation before each trip On trailers with electric or electric hydraulic brakes fasten the breakaway switch actuating cable securely to the towing vehicle Make certain the breakaway battery is fully charged Your breakaway battery kit contains a tow charger which can keep yo
67. ion a Vacuum leak in truck or trailer vacuum system b Engine out of tune or burned valves c Dust plugs not installed in quick couplers Trailer Brakes can be Applied with Hand Control But Not with Foot Control Malfunction a Incorrect size of combo valve b Combo valve not connected to truck master cylinder c Combo valve not tied into high pressure side of frame mounted booster d Master cylinder out of hydraulic fluid Corrective Action a Stop leak b Tune engine valves c Install plugs opin5 Bunoousajqnou Corrective Action a Replace with proper valve b Connect hydraulic line from combo to truck master cylinder c Connect into high pressure side d Refill master cylinder Trailer Brakes can be Applied with Foot Controls But Not with Hand Controls Malfunction a Hand control not traveling full stroke b Cable has pulled out of lever on valve C Cable kinked Corrective Action a Eliminate restriction Lever should travel 1 7 8 at pull cable eye b Replace cable c Replace cable 253 Truck System will Not Hold a Vacuum After Engine has Been Stopped Malfunction Corrective Action a Dash check valve leaking a Replace check valve b Leak in existing truck vacuum b Stop leak system C Leak in truck trailer vacuum C Stop leak system d Hand control in applied position d Release hand control Quick couplers leaking e
68. ire Maintenance Properly maintained tires improve the steering stopping traction and load carrying capability of your vehicle Underinflated tires and overloaded vehicles are a major cause of tire failure Therefore as mentioned above to avoid flat tires and other types of tire failure you should maintain proper tire pressure observe tire and vehicle load limits avoid road hazards and regularly inspect your tires Finding Your Vehicle s Recommended Tire Pressure and Load Limits Tire information placards and vehicle certification labels contain information on tires and load limits These labels indicate the vehicle manufacturer s information including Recommended tire size Recommended tire inflation pressure Vehicle capacity weight VCW the maximum occupant and cargo weight a vehicle is designed to carry Front and rear gross axle weight ratings GAWR the maximum weight the axle systems are designed to carry Both placards and certification labels are permanently attached to the trailer near the left front Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits Tire inflation pressure is the level of air in the tire that provides it with load carrying capacity and affects the overall performance of the vehicle The tire inflation pressure is a number that indicates the amount of air pressure measured in pounds per square inch psi a tire requires to be properly inflated You will also find this number on the vehicle information pl
69. llows 1 Start all bolts or nuts by hand to prevent cross threading 2 Tighten bolts or nuts in the sequence detailed below 3 The tightening of the fasteners should be done in stages Following the recommended sequence first tighten all the fasteners to 20 25 ft Ib and finally to the required torque based on the size of the wheel nut see chart 4 Wheel nuts bolts should be torqued before first road use and after each wheel removal Check and retorque after the first 50 100 miles Wheels and Tires 36 Wheel Nut Torque Guide Nut Size Torque ft Ibs 1 27 20 Cone 90 120 9 16 18 Cone 90 120 Steel 9 16 18 Cone 120 140 Aluminum Note 1 5 8 18 Cone 190 210 5 8 18 flanged nut 275 325 One Piece Note 2 5 8 18 flanged nut 140 160 Two Piece Note 1 This is when nut is used in conjuction with the reinforcing ring Note 2 This two piece flange nut is used on the Alcoa Aluminum Dual wheel application J LA a _ 4 LA 2 297 Breakaway Battery Charger Installation Instructions for ABCD Accelerated Battery Charging Device IMPORTANT Check condition of battery prior to installation and prior to each trip IMPORTANT FACTS TO REMEMBER 1 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 2 Check your breakaway system periodic
70. mal Trailer Operation 4 Notice Washout 33 O Oil or Grease Seals 33 Operating Instructions 30 Operating Slam Catch 32 Operation 26 Operation of Brakes 30 Operation of Coupler 31 Operation of Brakes 30 Operation of Gates 30 Operation Normal Trailer 4 Optional Oil Bath Bearings 33 Over The Road Safe Handling 7 P Procedure Before Trip Inspection 26 Q R Rear Slam Catch PME Rp 32 Repair Facilities Authorized 58 Reporting Safety Defects 57 Reguirements Torgue 36 Rims Wheels and 28 S Safe Handling Over The Road 7 a IA us qe qu T 5 Safety Chains 26 Safety Checklist Waua 25 Safety Defects Reporting 57 Safely FISE TI Pc 18 Safety Information Tire 9 Safety TIPS tN oak ei E DEP IER 25 Schedule Extended Warranty 66 Seals CON lease kaa des ens Lotes RE 43 Side Structure 29 Slam Catch Operating 32 Square Jack 12 000 ID 73 Steps for Determining Load Limit 9 System Electrical
71. ne to truck brakes Combo Valve Will Not Decrease Vacuum in Control Line When Truck Brakes are Applied Malfunction Corrective Action a Supply and control reversed a b Combo diaphragm leaking b C Restricted or plugged hydraulic C line to combo d Master cylinder out of hydraulic d fluid E rom Reverse vaccum line hookup Remove and replace valve Replace line Refill opin5 bunoousoIqnouj Trailer Brake Application Lags Behind Application of Brakes on Towing Vehicle Malfunction Corrective Action a Booster stroking too far due to a Rebleed trailer hydraulic air in trailer hydraulic system system b Control line restricted b Remove restriction C Booster mounted too far from C Relocate valve to within 3 relay valve and or relay valve feet of booster Relay valve too far from vacuum tank should be mounted on vacuum tank or within 2 feet of tank Trailer Brakes Drag After Release Malfunction Corrective Action a Breakaway check valve a Replace spring and clean malfunctioning breakaway valve b Hand control partially applied b Release hand control or adjust C Control vacuum line restricted c Remove restriction or relace line d Caliper or wheel cylinder frozen d Repair or replace e Dash or engine check valve e Clean and check valve or missing or not holding vacuum replace with new f Mashed or crimped hydraulic f Replace mashed or crimped lines on trailer
72. ng any part of the electrical system will void electrical warranty Be sure all electrical connections are greased properly for clean and secure connections TOOLS NEEDED Flat Screw Driver Test Light Black Tape Wiring Pliers Wire Connectors Shrink Tube Dielectric Grease ONLY No Lights 1 Check 6 way plug to see if plugged in 2 Inspect all lights and connections for power One light with no power could short out entire system 3 Trace wire on light with no power back to starting point Check for bare pinched or corroded wires Rev 1 95 Dim Lights 1 Check 6 way plug to see if plugged in 2 Checkall grounds Make sure you have clean grounds 3 Check for corrosion Corrosion may occur on wires connections lights bulbs and light zu e wa3sAs E21132913 Electrical System Electrical Troubleshooting Clearance Light Not Working l 2 Check for power at 6 way plug Check for proper ground behind light Make sure you have a clean ground Check for corrosion Corrosion may occur on wires connections lights bulbs and light Check for burned out light Check for unplugged wires Make sure connections are complete Turn Signal Rear Not Working 1 2 Check for power at 6 way plug Check for proper ground behind light Make sure you have a clean ground Check for corrosion Corrosion may occur on wires connections lights bulbs and light Check for unplu
73. o the towing vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The maximum weight of the fully loaded trailer as published on the Certification VIN label Actual weight determined by weighing trailer on a public scale without being attached to the towing vehicle 12 Hitch Weight The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer coupler Innerliner The layer s forming the inside surface of a tubeless tire that contains the inflating medium within the tire Innerliner separation The parting of the innerliner from cord material in the carcass Intended outboard sidewall The sidewall that contains a white wall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire or the outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle uoneunoju AJ3JES JIJ Light truck LT tire A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipurpose passenger vehicles Load rating The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inflation pressure Maximum load rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum permissible inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflat ed Maximum loaded vehicle weight T
74. of any kind We expressly disclaim any implied warranty of merchantability or fit ness for particular purpose after the three year warranty period Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limita tion of an implied warranty so the above exclusion and limitation may not apply to you Legal Rights This warranty gives you specific legal rights and You may have rights other which vary from state to state ANY IMPLIED WARRAN TY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR POSE ON ANY PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED TO THREE YEARS FROM THE DATE OF RETAIL PURCHASE TO YOU Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limita tion may not apply to you This warranty is governed by the laws of the United States of America and is void where prohibited Cequent Trailer Products 1050 Indianhead Dr P O Box 8 Mosinee WI 54455 0008 800 604 9466 715 693 1700 Fax 715 693 1799 TR Sales cequentgroup com www cequentgroup com 79 xer a1enbs 000 Z Index Adjustment Brake 34 Assistance Customer 57 Attachment COUDIE IAA 26 Authorized Repair Facilities 58 B Bearings Optional Oil Bath 33 Bearings Wheel ot esise Deka m te adepta 32 Box Electrical Junction 42 Brake Application System 39 Brake AdjUStMEN aus madd cuyas dune ied kaa 34
75. ound behind light Make sure you have a clean ground Check for corrosion Corrosion may occur on wires connections lights bulbs and light Check for unplugged wires Make sure connections are complete and sealed Check for burned out light Back Up Lights Not Working Optional li Check 6 way plug Check connections from 6 way plug all the way to wire that connects to back up lights Check all grounas connected to back up lights Make sure you have a clean ground Check lights Rev 1 95 AB e Troubleshooting Guide for Vacuum Hydraulic Brakes Trailer Brakes Do Not Apply Malfunction Corrective Action a Slave booster on trailer a out of hydraulic fluid b Excessive air in trailer b hydraulic system c Vacuum supply line not C connected orcrossed or vacuum control and supply lines crossed d Slave booster works but puts d out no pressure e Brake pads worn out e f Combo or relay valve filter f clogged with dirt g Slave booster not functioning g h Combo valve not operating h properly l Combo valve tied into low l pressure side of frame mounted booster Refill reservoir Rebleed trailer hydraulic system Reconnect correctly Hydraulic piston pushed off push rod in booster repair or replace booster Replace brake pads Clean or install new filter element Replace booster Remove and replace Connect to line from output end of truck booster li
76. p com www cequentgroup com 74 CEQUENT 12 000 Ib Square Jack TRAILER PRODUCTS Read Understand Follow and Save These Instructions e Read understand and follow all instructions before installing and using this product Never allow anyone unfamiliar with these instructions to use this product e Read understand and follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the product s on which this product will be installed e Installation of this product must conform to the following mounting instructions e Save these instsrtuctions for use as a reference in the future A WARNING yer o1enbs qi 000 ZL Failure to follow these warnings and instructions may result in property damage serious bodily injury and or death e Purchaser owner must ensure that product is installed according to these instructions Purchaser owner must not alter or modify the product e Operator and bystanders should never position any body part under any portion of this product or the load being supported e Do Not allow children to play on or around this product or the load being supported Fully retract and or rotate jack before towing e When using the drop leg make certain the drop leg pin is fully inserted before using the jack e Secure the load vehicle and trailer from rolling by blocking wheels when operating Jack or coupling trailer e Jack capacity is limited to the lesser of the Jack footplate or caster wheel capa
77. place your tires Another method for checking tread depth is to place a penny in the tread with Lincoln s head upside down and facing you If you can see the top of Lincoln s head you are ready for new tires Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment To avoid vibration or shaking of the vehicle when a tire rotates the tire must be properly balanced This balance is achieved by positioning weights on the wheel to counterbalance heavy spots on the wheel and tire assembly A wheel alignment adjusts the angles of the wheels so that they are posi tioned correctly relative to the vehicle s frame This adjustment maximizes the life of your tires These adjustments require special equipment and should be performed by a qualified technician Tire Repair The proper repair of a punctured tire requires a plug for the hole and a patch for the area inside the tire that surrounds the puncture hole Punctures through the tread can be repaired if they are not too large but punctures to the sidewall should not be repaired Tires must be removed from the rim to be properly inspected before being plugged and patched se Tire Fundamentals Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fun damental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall Information on Passenger Vehicle
78. railer Sales of Alabama 522 Ross Clark Circle Dothan AL 36303 Arkansas Trailer 3200 South Elm St Little Rock AR 72204 Ater Warehouse 3235 Hwy 49 West West Helena AR 72390 Liberty Trailer Company 10120 Hwy 70 North Little Rock AR 72117 Utility Trailer Sales Arizona 1402 North 22nd Ave Phoenix AZ 85009 Utility Trlr Sales Co of Arizona 751 E 48th t PO Box 7215 Tucson AZ 85725 D C Trailer Repair 11601 Santa Fa Ave E Hesperia CA 92345 The Trailer Company 234 Mt Vernon Ave Bakersfield CA 93307 California Custom Trailers 10391 E Stockton Blvd EIk Grove CA 95624 Andres Trailer Sales amp Rentals Inc 4 Miles East of Lethbridge on Hwy 3 RR 8 Site 32 Comp 52 Lethbridge Alberta CN T1J 4P4 Ocean Trailer 7288 84th Street SE Calgary Alberta CN T2C 3W5 Ocean Trailer 15205 131th Ave Edmonton Alberta CN T5V OA4 Ocean Trailer 9076 River Road Delta BC CN V4G 1B5 Dean Allen Ph 205 849 7418 Fax 205 841 8417 Earl Dollar Ph 334 794 7345 Fax 334 794 1728 Mike Lauderdale Ph 800 666 5417 Fax 501 686 1787 Jeremy Ph 870 572 1717 Fax 870 572 5212 Buddy Whitfield Ph 501 945 7679 Fax 501 945 7699 Russ Kline Ph 602 254 7213 Fax 602 271 4128 Katie Schwartz Ph 520 884 5959 Fax 520 622 0703 David Clark Ph 760 956 9643 Fax 760 956 9605 Joe Huberty Ph 661 324 7377 Fax 66 1 324 3984 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 800 524 3689 Fax 916 714 7995 Jim Dudas Ph 403 328 8434 Fax 40
79. railer can weigh It will also provide the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This is the most a particular axle can weigh If there are multiple axles the GAWR of each axle will be provided If your trailer has a GVWR of 10 000 pounds or less there is a vehicle plac ard located in the same location as the certification label described above This placard provides tire and loading information In addition this placard will show a statement regarding maximum cargo capacity Cargo can be added to the trailer up to the maximum weight specified on the placard The combined weight of the cargo is provided as a single number In any case remember the total weight of a fully loaded trailer can not exceed the stated GVWR For trailers with living quarters installed the weight of water and propane also need to be considered The weight of fully filled propane containers is considered part of the weight of the trailer before it is loaded with cargo and is not considered part of the disposable cargo load Water however is a disposable cargo weight and is treated as such If there is a fresh water storage tank of 100 gallons this tank when filled would weigh about 800 pounds If more cargo is being transported water can be off loaded to keep the total amount of cargo added to the vehicle within the limits of the GVWR so as not to overload the vehicle Understanding this flexibility will allow you the owner to make choices that fit your travel needs
80. railers amp More 3404 Hwy 75 North Sioux City IA 51106 Wilson Trailer Company Parts 2400 Leech Ave Sioux City IA 51106 Wilson Trailer Company Service 2400 Leech Ave Sioux City IA 51106 Wilson Trailer Company Warranty 4400 So Lewis Blvd Sioux City IA 51106 R amp R Services Inc 4125 S Eagleson Road Boise ID 83705 Randy Wilson Ph 712 366 2241 Fax 712 366 3441 Virgil Whitehill Ph 712 325 0408 Fax 712 325 0422 Brad Robinson Ph 563 386 2990 Fax 563 386 2982 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 712 263 5824 Fax 712 252 9862 Chad Meyer Ph 319 342 3192 Fax 319 342 2742 Greg Lahr Ph 563 927 8106 Fax 563 927 9537 Dave Ph 712 469 2777 Fax 712 469 3017 Duane Hook Ph 563 263 4100 Fax 563 263 4101 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 641 684 4052 Fax 641 684 4622 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 800 866 1552 Fax 563 552 1555 GOOSENECK ONLY Ph 800 478 1660 Fax 712 252 9862 Ph 800 728 5334 Bob Hickson Ph 800 397 5331 Ph 800 798 2002 Ron Tipton Service Mg Ph 208 362 7510 Fax 208 362 7514 sG0 Utility Trailer Sales of Idaho Falls 4306 West Andco Drive Idaho Falls ID Wagner Transportation Co 410 Locust St N PO Box 192 Twin Falls ID Jim Hawk Truck Trailers Inc 4001 Main East Peoria IL Blue Line Shop Service 12096 N 2400 East Road Fairbury IL Freeport Metal Specialites Co 1552 Illinois RT 75 E Freeport IL Eastland Fabrication 14273 ILL Route 73 Lanark IL Illinois Frame Inc 49
81. re is cold The term cold does not relate to the outside temperature Rather a cold tire is one that has not been driven on for at least three hours When you drive your tires get warmer causing the air pressure within them to increase Therefore to get an accurate tire pressure reading you must measure tire pressure when the tires are cold or compensate for the extra pres sure in warm tires uoneulnoJju A23JES JAL Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure i Step 1 Locate the recommended tire pressure on the vehicle s tire information placard certification label or in the owner s manual Step 2 Record the tire pressure of all tires Step 3 If the tire pressure is too high in any of the tires slowly release air by gently pressing on the tire valve stem with the edge of your tire gauge until you get to the correct pressure Step 4 If the tire pressure is too low note the difference between the measured tire pressure and the correct tire pressure These missing pounds of pressure are what you will need to add Step 5 At a service station add the missing pounds of air pressure to each tire that is underinflated Step 6 Check all the tires to make sure they have the same air pressure except in cases in which the front and rear tires are supposed to have different amounts of pressure 19 Tire Safety Information Safety First Basic Tire Maintenance If you have been driving your vehicle and think that
82. s trailer is equipped with automatic forward adjust brakes To ensure the proper operation of the adjusters please inspect the brakes for proper adjustment every 3000 miles or as necessary If brake adjustment is required use the procedures in the Dexter service manual AAA 0689 1 KX AAA 0689 1 KY JUNCTION BOX ELECTRIC BRAKES Over The Road Safe Handling IMPORTANT Like any other vehicles semi trailers can tip or slide out of control if turns are negotiated at too high a speed or when making violent maneuvers such as abrupt lane changes or other evasive actions to avoid obsacles YOU AND YOUR SAFETY 1 You the OPERATOR have control of the most important factors that affect vehicle stability Trailers are important tools in our transportation industry and like any tool are safe in the hands of a properly qualified operator 2 The fifth wheel should be securely mounted to the tractor frame 3 The driver should be familiar with the characteristics of the particular trailer and the load being transported 4 The driver should be familiar with the nature of the roads and traffic which may be encountered during the trip 5 Stability Within the relatively narrow confines of road laws limiting vehicle size and weight together with the characteristics of available tires suspen sions and other components there is little that a manufacturer can do to affect the inherent stability of a trailer other than keeping the
83. ser You that the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years under normal use and service ordi nary wear and tear excepted If the product does not comply with this war ranty We will replace the product without charge to You and within a rea sonable time or at Cequent s option refund the purchase price This war ranty is not transferable Limitations on the Warranty Ihe warranty does not cover the follow ing a normal wear and tear b damage through abuse neglect misuse or as a result of any accident or in any other manner c damage from mis application overloading or improper installation d improper mainte nance e a product altered in any manner by anyone other than us Obligations of Purchaser To make a claim contact us at 1050 Indianhead Drive Mosinee WI 54455 1 800 604 9466 identify the product and follow the instructions that will be provided Any returned product that is replaced or refunded becomes the property of Cequent You will be responsible for shipping costs to us Please retain your purchase receipt to verify date of purchase This must be produced to honor warranty claim Remedy Limits Repair or replacement is the purchaser s sole remedy under this or any other warranty on the product whether express or implied We shall not be liable for service or labor charges incurred in remov ing or replacing product or any incidental or consequential damages
84. tatement The weight of cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX Ibs on your vehicle s placard 2 This figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capac ity 3 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and lug gage load capacity The trailers placard refers to the Tire Information Placard attached adjacent to or near the trailers VIN Certification label at the left front of the trailer Trailers Over 10 000 Pounds GVWR NOTE These trailers are not required to have a tire information placard on the vehicle Determine the empty weight of your trailer by weighing the trailer using a public scale or other means This step does not have to be repeated Locate the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of the trailer on your trail er s VIN Certification label Subtract the empty weight of your trailer from the GVWR stated on the VIN label That weight is the maximum available cargo capacity of the trailer and may not be safely exceeded zd Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Tow Vehicle 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX Ibs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers who will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds
85. temperatures w33 sAs E211312913 3 Avoid exposing batteries to heat Service life is shortened considerably at ambients above 30 C 86 F 4 Due to the characteristics of this battery after six to nine months of storage the battery should be recharged 5 Charge the battery at the proper rate Current should be limited to less than 1 2 amps Charge current above 1 2 amps will result in shortened service life Ideal charging is provided by Tekonsha Tow Charger P N 2024 6 Provide adequate air circulation when charging battery DO NOT charge battery in any other container besides a TEKONSHA P N 2018 battery box 7 DO NOT PLACE BATTERIES IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO OBJECTS WHICH CAN PRODUCE SPARKS OR FLAMES 8 Do not expose battery case to organic solvents or adhesives 9 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE BATTERIES CONTACT WITH SULFURIC ACID MAY CAUSE HARM 10 FASTEN BATTERIES TIGHTLY AND MAKE PROVISIONS FOR SHOCK ABSORPTION IF EXPOSURE TO SHOCK OR VIBRATION IS LIKELY 11 Do not throw batteries into fire batteries so disposed may rupture or explode a c8 Em E Q vindi gt N c P a a lt Q x ta a 3 ES 5 2 I v pa ed U 3 m DIAA o Eu a ay o payaeye aq janw ages De an eq uon 40 doo ujeyo Ajajes H3JlXaid mola 0 ajqe yaeye jou og NOLLTV2O inu jqnop Cha joAjd janw u jiMs Se Y22818 ua YB sano jon og 42elg pay nd 1essnB
86. th a lower grade Traction is graded from highest to lowest as AA A B and C Temperature Letter This letter indicates a tire s resistance to heat The temperature grade is for a tire that is inflated properly and not overloaded Excessive speed underin flation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat build up and possible tire failure From highest to lowest a tire s resist ance to heat is graded as A B or C R The R stands for radial Radial ply construction of tires has been the indus try standard for the past 20 years Next Number This two digit number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 23 uomneulnoJju 1 JPES oJ v Tire Safety Information Safety First Basic Tire Maintenance UTOGS Information Next Number This two or three diget number is the tire s load index It is a measurement of how much weight each tire can support You may find this information in your owner s manual If not contact a local tire dealer You may not find this information on all tire s because it is not required by law MTS The M S or M S indicates that the tire has some mud and snow capabil ity Most radial tires have these markings hense they have some mud and snow capability Speed Rating The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is
87. that discusses all aspects of Tire Safety as required by CFR 575 6 This brochure is reproduced in part below It can be obtained and downloaded from NHTSA free of charge from the following web site http www nhtsa dot gov cars rules TireSafety ridesonit tires index html Studies of tire safety show that maintaining proper tire pressure observing tire and vehicle load limits not carrying more weight in your vehicle than your tires or vehicle can safely handle avoiding road hazards and inspect ing tires for cuts slashes and other irregularities are the most important things you can do to avoid tire failure such as tread separation or blowout and flat tires These actions along with other care and maintenance activities can also improve vehicle handling help protect you and others from avoidable breakdowns and accidents improve fuel economy and increase the life of your tires This booklet presents a comprehensive overview of tire safety including information on the following topics basic tire maintenance uniform tire quality grading system fundamental characteristics of tires and tire safety tips Use this information to make tire safety a regular part of your vehicle main tenance routine Recognize that the time you spend is minimal compared with the inconvenience and safety consequences of a flat tire or other tire failure 7 uoneunoju 1 JPES oJ Tire Safety Information Safety First Basic T
88. the wheel bearing bores are not contaminated by metallic chips resulting from drum turning or refacing Make certain that wheel bearing cavities are clean before reinstalling bearings and seals The presence of contaminants will cause premature wheel bearing failure Brake Adjustment NOTICE GOOSENECK TRAILER BRAKES All 7 000 Ib axles have automatic forward adjusting brakes Manual adjusting brakes require proper maintenance to prevent problems from developing All 8 000 10 000 Ib axles have automatic forward G adjusting brakes B The automatic forward adjusting brakes still require kn eriodic inspection and adjustment as necessary a p p J y NC Brakes need to be adjusted 1 after the first 200 miles of operation when the brake shoes have seated 2 at 3 000 mile intervals 3 or as use and perform ance requires The brakes should be adjusted in the following manner soyeig Jack up trailer and secure on adequate jack stands Check that the wheel and drum rotate freely Remove the adjusting hole cover from the adjusting slot on the bottom of the brake backing plate With a screwdriver or standard adjusting tool rotate the star wheel of the adjuster assembly to expand the brake drums Adjust the brake shoes out until the pressure of the linings against the drum make the wheel difficult to turn Then rotate the star wheel in the opposite direction until the wheel turns freely wit
89. tial damage Any implied warranties including the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the duration of this written warranty Wilson Trailer Company makes no warranty as to quality or performance of its trailer other than set forth above Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state G7 A 5 A C 3 0 muji i 0 _ 3 a cn O 3 Consumer Information Extended Warranty Schedule Per Written Warranty Conditions Covering Defect in Material and Workmanship as to Construction and Assembly and Installation Only Use Vendor s warranty Axles schedule for Contact Local Tire Representative for NOTE 9o Allowable to owner from date in service to original purchaser for Material Hubs amp Drums Electric Brake Components Hydraulic Brake Components Wheels Ball Type Couplers 5th Wheel Couplers Tires and Labor excluding component parts and accessories 1 60 Months 100 Bottom Rail Floor Crossbars Roof Header Roof Bows Undercarriage Assemblies 1 12 Months 100 Side Panels Metal Flooring Front Assembly Rear Assembly Metal Doors Metal Gates Metal Roof Skin
90. trailer braking can only be accomplished by road testing Follow the instructions found in the manufacturer s supplement for correct synchonization procedures Operation of Gates All divide gates are provided with two locks Be sure both locks are complete ly engaged before towing the trailer All divide gates with an outside release is provided with an addi tional pin amp eye or pin amp bar Rev 4 12 30 A WARNING To prevent personal injury stand clear of swinging gates until slam locks are engaged A 6462 BL Rev 1 02 Operation of Coupler The coupler installed on your trailer is of steel pipe design and is adjustable in height to meet different vehicle hitch heights maximum extension is eight inches The coupler should be adjusted so that your trailer is level when towed not nose up or nose down To adjust the coupler back towing vehicle under the coupler Level your trailer using the trailer landing gear then loosen the two cou pler set screws and lower the inner unit over the tow vehicle hitch ball Tighten the coupler set screws to 125 foot pounds minimum of torque The coupler is now set to the correct height for your a vehicle Rev 4 12 A CAUTION Be certain t
91. ur battery charged The charger is hooked to the clearance light circuit and will charge while running lights are being used Check battery before towing Charged battery reguired for proper operation of the breakaway brake application A 6462 BQ On trailers with vacuum brakes drain moisture from the system air tank daily If the trailer is equipped with hydraulic brakes check the brake fluid level before each trip Rev 7 02 Tires Check tires frequently for cuts and abrasions Check air pressure before each trip and keep inflated as recommended by the tire maufacturer Remove foreign objects that may be lodged in tire treads 27 du JJ0JIY 91npo oug uorm odsuj Before traveling be sure that all divide gates are locked in either a fully open or fully closed posi tion All roll up gates must be closed and ropes secured CAUTION Make certain rollup swing and half slide gates at the rearend are closed while trailer is being operated or parked A 6462 CD Rev 1 02 AWA AA KADNA ll Check all wheel nuts for the proper torque after the first 50 to 100 miles of B service and before each succeeding trip Refer to the torque requirements for the correct procedure and specifications if necessary Check all metal surfaces thoroughly while making tire inspections and during tire changes and look for cracks or distortions in the wheel studs Do not move the trailer wh
92. you Ajquiasseg SHUM xog SoN xoauesoob oj punog Lt u93s S E21132913 40 Electrical Connector Wiring Diagram standard 7 way RV A 7 way plug may be installed on the power cable on your trailer Each wire carries current from your vehicle s electrical source through a circuit to the various electrical devices on the trailer Individual circuits may be traced by the various wire colors shown on the following wiring diagrams which show the wire color and the electrical device it serves To Junction Box 3GRN Interior amp Exteior Lights black IWHT Ground white 5RED Left Turn yellow 6BRN Right Turn green 2BLU Electric Brakes ONLY brown YEL7 Back up Lights red optional 4BLK AUXILARY Blue View from Backside of Connector Plug s ja u b A eh n A lt A ei b 3 Electrical System Electrical Connector Wiring Diagram Optional 6 way A 6 way plug is attached to the front of the power cable on your trailer Each wire carries current from your vehicle s electrical source through a cir cuit to the various electrical devices on the trailer Individual circuits may be traced by the various wire colors shown on the following wiring diagrams which show the wire color and the electrical device it serves To Junction Box Interior amp Exteior Lights black Ground white Left Turn yellow Right Turn green Electric Brakes ONLY brown

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