Operations and Maintenance Manual Hydraulic Tail
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1. Use this information to make tire safety a regular part of your vehicle maintenance routine Recognize that the time you spend is minimal compared with the inconvenience and safety consequences of a flat tire or other tire failure 1 5 Safety First Basic Tire 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 1 5 1 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 1 5 2 Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits Tire inflation pressure is the level of air in the tire that provides it with load carrying capacity and2. call our Parts Department at 320 593 4595 To ensure a more productive call have your trailer s VIN number serial number ready as that will be needed to locate the correct replacement parts and answer your technical questions As a reminder some parts may only be available through our dealer network We cannot sell some parts directly The Team at Towmaster will make every effort to get you up and running and keep your trailer ownership as trouble free as possible Towmaster Trailers Product Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Information 7 Reporting Safety Defects 8 SECTION Trailer and Dealer Information 9 SECTION II Safety and Controls 13 SECTION III Operations en 21 SECTION IV Tire Safety Information 29 SECTION IV Maintenance 41 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual TOWMASTER WARRANTY SUMMARY This warranty effective on trailers manufactured after 01 01 2009 Towmaster Inc herein referred to as Towmaster offers this extensive warranty to the original purchaser of our trailers Warranty starts from the date of sale as long we receive the filled out warranty card If we do not receive the warranty card warranty starts from the ship date of the unit LIMITED LIFETIME FRAME WARRANTY Towmaster warranties the trailer main frame frame crossmembers gussets beav
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4. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Trailer Section 1 2 contains Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Tow Vehicle Section 1 3 contains a Glossary of Tire Terminology including cold inflation pressure maximum inflation pressure recommended inflation pressure and other non technical terms Section 1 4 contains information from the NHTSA brochure entitled Tire Safety Everything Rides On It This brochure as well as the preceding subsections describes the following items Tire labeling including a description and explanation of each marking on the tires and information about the DOT Tire Identification Number TIN Recommended tire inflation pressure including a description and explanation of A Cold inflation pressure B Vehicle Placard and location on the vehicle C Adverse safety consequences of under inflation including tire failure D Measuring and adjusting air pressure for proper inflation E Tire Care including maintenance and safety practices Vehicle load limits including a description and explanation of the following items A Locating and understanding the load limit information total load capacity and cargo capacity B Calculating total and cargo capacities with varying seating configurations including quantitative examples showing illustrating how the vehicles cargo and luggage capacity decreases as combined number and size of occupants increases This item is also discussed in
5. r A e dt E y Tr d la Em o TA Tw pe VW KT pe OE ee Pee PS Cre H pa ome N MRSS th AP rs En e e E up T t d dz fis A a TES t gt Aa PEL a os JM Few unie quim ve Ay B mA MS X Pr E M AQ e rem Nae d Yr AN E a 4 3 nr Br er A a e A i UA Pr PEA PEN lt P 1 t E e LOLA Ar 2 A 4 L 292 tng fes Kar m M tato TE Fan N TA pir dw E DEE 4 nr Sd pir IP PEA AR T eet 44 gt wpa lt n M oe AO a C F See TEF TA 1 1 V ar FR x TP Nu ge br Os aA 7 Z e P 4 lt gt P 3 M vr nu o B n do E CAME en Ne dins Er ES E A LI e da s dur E E A 4 E r i we 4 s _ 1 h S E Towmaster Trailers Product Manual A forward from Towmaster to our valued customers This manual includes operations and maintenance information for our current trailers We have put forth our best effort to provide you with current information However we build many custom trailers for various customers and cannot guarantee that your particular unit has features outlined in this manual If you encounter this problem please contact your dealer If they cannot be of assistance please feel free to
6. Section 3 C Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capabilities D Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping on tires 1 1 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 certification VIN label that is located on the forward half of the left road side of the unit This certification VI N label will indicate the trailer s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR This is the most weight the fully loaded trailer 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 placard 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 mw TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION ESSEN 1 1 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Trailer continued For trailers with living quarters installed th
7. 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 placard expressed in kilopascals kpa which is the metric measure used internationally Ew TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION EE 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 1 5 3 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 underinf
8. all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall 1 5 9 1 Information on Passenger Vehicle 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 sidewall 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 R The R stands for radial Radial ply construction of tires has been the industry 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 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
9. before using NEVER touch the winch cable under load The winch cable is not design to secure the load to the trailer MAI NTENANCE SAFETY Always wear safety glasses while servicing the equipment Follow recommended lubrication schedule to prevent equipment failures Hydraulic fluid is under pressure and can cause personal injury Relieve all pressure in the hydraulic system before disconnecting or reconnecting hydraulic hoses Use a piece of cardboard or wood to check for hydraulic leaks Never use your hands as hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin even through gloves If the trailer must be raised for service use only jacks or hoists with the required capacity to lift the trailer and then support the trailer with approved jackstands while working on it Jacks and hoists can fail Use genuine factory replacement parts Unless otherwise noted illustrations and photos in this manual are for reference only as equipment and specifications may vary from unit to unit Never reuse lock washers or locknuts Always replace with new as they can lose their gripping power Follow recommended torque specifications for all hardware and do not over tighten Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when working on the trailer Test all work prior to releasing the equipment back into service 16 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual NN CONTROLS E Hydraulic Controls operates rear and deck ramps Ramp lock lever Towmaster
10. for the maximum recommended load for the vehicle Towmaster Trailers Product Manual SECTION V Maintenance nnne 43 Parts Contact Information 44 Vendor Information 45 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual 42 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual es GENERAL MAINTENANCE ESSE Towmaster trailers are designed to be low maintenance vehicles However there are still items that will need attention This general maintenance is a guideline and proper maintenance and intervals will depend upon the usage of the trailer Any vendor supplied parts must be maintained per their manual See our vendor contact section for information to obtain their manual if it is missing Item Interval Maintenance Wheel Nuts Weekly Check and torque as needed Wheel Hubs 1000 miles Check oil level and inspect wheel for leaks Wheel Hubs 50 000 miles Change grease in hubs Brakes Initial 200 miles Adjust brakes after initial 200 miles after brakes have seated Brakes 3 000 miles Check brake adjustment and wear Suspension spring Per Manufacturer Check and re torque as needed Manual Suspension air Per Manufacturer Check air bags for cracks Check air lines for leaks Replace Manual as needed Grease pivots every Hoses Lines and Con Each Use Wipe clean check for leaks nections Lights and Wiring Clean electrical plugs check lights and wiring for damage Parking Jacks Each Use Check for physical damage Insp
11. 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 1 5 9 2 UTQGS Information Treadwear Number This number indicates the tire s wear rate The higher the treadwear number 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 graded tire should allow you to stop your car on wet roads in a shorter distance than a tire with a lower grade Traction is graded from highest to lowest as AA A B and 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 underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat build up and possible tire failure From highest to lowest a tire s resistance to heat is graded as A B or C es TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION EE 1 5 9 3 Additional Information on Light Truck Tires Please refer to the following diaaram Load Range Severe snow conditions Light Truck line Maximum load and i
12. 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 inflated Maximum loaded vehicle weight The 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 requirements Pin Weight The downward force applied to the 5th wheel or gooseneck ball by the trailer kingpin or gooseneck coupler 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 mw TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION SS 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 veh
13. provides the connection between tire and the vehicle Wheel holding fixture The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing Ew TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION TE 1 4 Tire Safety Everything Rides On It The National Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA has published a brochure DOT HS 809 361 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 inspecting 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 Increase the life of your tires This area 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 Tire safety tips
14. to the original purchaser except as noted below This one year warranty covers the entire trailer against material and workmanship except as noted New products which have been operated in excess of rated capacities Misuse abuse or accidents Items that have been pinched air or hydraulic hose Vehicles which have been altered modified or repaired in any manner not authorized by our company Second hand or used vehicles Wear items such as tires battery suspension bearings parking jacks Products that have not been properly maintained by the dealer or consumer Y O E UN H In no way shall the manufacturer be held liable for consequential damages such as rentals of substitute vehicles loss of profits downtime or other com mercial losses This warranty does not cover shipment of trailer or parts to dealer or manufacturer or return shipment of trailer or parts to dealer or con sumer from factory TIRE BATTERY WARRANTY New vehicle tires are warranted by their respective manufacturers and are prorated Battery is warranted by Towmaster and is prorated TOWMASTER S OBLIGATION Our obligation under this warranty is to repair or replace at no cost to the end user any warrantable part proven defective within the time limit of this war ranty at our factory or at an Authorized Towmaster Dealer Towmaster will handle disposition of warranties on all other purchased components such as ax les suspensions wheels b
15. 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 to 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 Hitch Weight The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer coupler I nnerliner The layer s forming the inside surface of a tubeless tire that contains the inflating medium within the tire I nnerliner separation The parting of the innerliner from cord material in the carcass I ntended 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 Light truck LT tire A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily intended for use
16. DOWNLOAD IT FROM OUR WEB SITE OR VISIT AN AUTHORIZED DEALER 452820A MODELS WITHOUT DECK RAMP MODELS WITH DECK RAMP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HYDRAULIC TAIL TO LOWER 1 Pull out on HYD TAIL control to raise main tail so that the flip tail clears the ground when extended 2 Push in on H FRAME control to lower H FRAME 3 Pull out on FLIP TAIL control to raise flip tail 4 Dump suspension air 5 Push in on HYD TAIL control to lower tail to the ground TO RAISE Re inflate air suspension Pull out on HYD TAIL control to raise main tail so that the flip tail clears the ground when retracted Push in on FLIP TAIL control to retract flip tail Pull out on H FRAME control to raise Push in on HYD TAIL to lower tail onto H Frame Ensure that main tail and flip are properly locked by H Frame DECK RAMP OPERATION 1 Pull out on DECK RAMP control until deck is fully raised and linkage is seated against the bangboard 2 Load or unload upper deck 3 Push in on DECK RAMP control to lower deck ramp into transport position See service manual for more instructions 18 HYDRAULIC TAIL TO LOWER 1 Pull out on HYD TAIL control to raise main tail so that the flip tail clears the ground when extended 2 Push in on H FRAME control to lower H FRAME 3 Pull out on FLIP TAIL control to raise flip tail 4 Dump suspension air 5 Push in on HYD TAIL control to lower tail
17. LS FLIP TAIL LOCK 1 Push the AIR SUSPENSION DUMP VALVE button to raise the suspension for transport The HT trailer is ready for transport 21 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual 0 2 OPERATIONS Ms UPPER DECK WINCH Your trailer may be equipped with an upper deck winch Please read the instructions that came with the winch for operation ber Pu BU pat Ue p Fi LO vt s TM s a PARKING JACKS MANUAL JACKS pull the release pin to let the foot fall Make sure you stand clear of the parking jack foot Lock the pin in the closest accessible hole Do this for both sides Unhook the trailer and drive away HAND CRANK JACKS crank the handle until the jack foot touches the ground Unhook the trailer and drive away 28 G V W R Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and TI RE SAFETY INFORMATI ON A recent law was enacted that requires trailer manufacturers to place a tire and loading information decal placed near the serial tag on a trailer as well as detailed information on loading and tires in the owner s manual on all trailers with a GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of 10 000 Ibs or less This section of our manual covers the required information mw TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION ESSEN This portion of the User s Manual contains tire safety information as required by 49 CFR 575 6 Section 1 1 contains
18. Loading Unloading 24 Hydraulic Tail Section Transport 26 AS Mp S 27 Parking Jacks 27 21 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual 22 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual 008 OPERATIONS Ms Operating the Hydraulic Tail trailer consists of raising and lowering the upper deck ramp if so equipped and operating the rear hydraulic tail ramp section UPPER DECK RAMP Some HT trailers will be equipped with a loading ramp that is part of the main deck but can be raised to load equipment onto the upper deck Always use caution when operating the deck ramp Keep hands and feet away from pinch points Make sure ramp hooks are retracted before rais ing the deck ramp Raise Lower the deck ramp using the appropriate control levers Rotate lock handle to extend ramp hooks Retract hooks before lowering deck ramp 23 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual EN OPERATIONS Ms HYDRAULIC TAIL SECTION LOADING UNLOADING Make sure the trailer is parked on level ground and in a safe location Hydraulic fluid should be going to the trailer If your trailer has an air suspension dump the air from the trailer suspension by pulling the Air Suspension Dump Valve control lever This will provide a lower loading angle The hydraulic tail control levers are found on the neck of the trailer The 4 levers are a push pull type and control the hydraulic valve O
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20. PERATIRG INSTRLUCTIOHS First raise the MAIN TAIL by pushing the corresponding control lever Punih MAL CONTENE FLIP LOCK 24 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual 7 00 OPERATIONS Ms Next push the H FRAME lever to lower the H PUSH _ frame tail lock Push the FLIP TAIL LOCK lever to release the lock on the flip tail section PULL CONTROLE ur Ada FLIP TAJL TAIL LOCK Filan jii SER HERAME a as AL i 5 3 A ai Push the FLIP TAIL lever to rotate the flip tail into e PUSH a position Pull the MAIN TAIL lever to lower the entire hydraulic tail for loading or unloading PULL CONTROLE 25 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual NN OPERATIONS Ms HYDRAULIC TAIL SECTION TRANSPORT To reposition the tail section for transport start by pushing the MAIN TAIL control lever to raise the entire tail section Bude PULL CONTROLE Pull the FLIP TAIL lever to rotate the flip tail underneath the main tail section mem LOCK o pisi SER Fed H FRAME _ ALOT TT Pull the FLIP TAIL LOCK lever to engage the flip OA Ge tail lock y PULL CONTROLE Pull the H FRAME lever to raise the H frame PULL emo 26 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual NN OPERATIONS Ms Pull the MAIN TAIL lever to lower the tail to transport position r PULL CONTRO
21. atteries parking jacks and other purchased parts in conjunction with their respective manufacturers and under the terms of their respective warranty policies We must receive immediate notification of a defect and no allowance will be made for repairs without our prior consent or approval Manufacturer does not pre authorize any dealership for warranty work The dealer must call our warranty service department to receive an authorization number If the work per formed is not preauthorized with a claim number it may be deemed void Defective parts must be returned within twenty days of receipt of replacement parts or credit may not be given for the replacement parts and an invoice may be issued This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied by law or otherwise and there is no warranty of merchantability or fitness of purpose Federal regulations require motor vehicle manufacturers to maintain a record of original owners of their equipment Our warranty registration fulfills this requirement Please make every effort to complete the warranty card document and send it in This warranty written under the laws of Minnesota USA and some provisions in this warranty may be adjusted according to your local state province or country s laws Complete warranty details and changes can be read on our web site www towmaster com CUSTOMER REGISTRATION REQUIRED Federal regulations require motor vehicle manufacturers to maintain a record of or
22. e GVWR stated on the VIN label That weight is the maximum available cargo capacity of the trailer and may not be safely exceeded Ew TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION EE 1 2 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit Tow Vehicle 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs 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 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb 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 1 3 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 pow
23. e 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 When loading your cargo be sure it is distributed evenly to prevent overloading 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
24. ect bolts for tightness and tighten as necessary King Pin Each Use Grease as necessary Check tightness and tighten as necessary UJ Towmaster Trailers Product Manual uw VENDOR CONTACT INFORMATION ESSEN Your trailer may have some or all of the following vendor supplied items installed Below is information on which items may be installed and the vendor web site URLs where manuals may be found Call our Parts Department if you have questions Vendor Item Web Link for Manual Dexter Axle http www dexteraxle com resource library http www meritor com customer northamerica lod default aspx Wabco ABS Braking http www meritorwabco com ProductLitList aspx System Hutchens Industries http www hutchensindustries com documents Ridewell Corporation http www ridewellcorp com Web Site nsf ID owners manuals Force Hydraulics Hydraulics http www forceamerica com Support Documents aspx Prince Manufacturing Hydraulics http www princehyd com 4 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual NN PARTS CONTACT Towmaster trailer dealers may have many of the replacement parts in stock You can also purchase replacement items from the Towmaster Parts Store Some items are available for purchase online while others are only available by calling our Parts Store Towmaster Parts Store 61381 US Hwy 12 Litchfield MN 55355 320 593 4595 http shop towmaster com 45 IMS r iA ricer ve EIER Uu YT x 3 3 7 r 9 ma MET
25. er 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 reinforced 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 centerline of the tread Carcass The tire structure except tread and sidewall rubber which when inflated bears the load 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 Ew TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION ES 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 conditioning and additional
26. ertail and tongue or gooseneck for the lifetime of the trailer to the origi nal licensed owner to be free from defects in material and workmanship This LIFETIME WARRANTY does not cover the hitch ball pintle and gooseneck fifth wheel tires wheels axles suspension ramps lights wiring paint wood d rings or any other features or options outside the scope of the trailer main frame weldment Limited Lifetime is determined by the following criteria The life expectancy of the trailer which is determined to be 10 years on tag trailers 50 000 Ib capacity and lower or 5 years on king pin trailers 50 000 Ib capacity and up to the original owner and is non transferrable limited to the first accident or overloading This warranty also does not cover 1 Products which have been operated in excess of rated capacities 2 Misuse abuse or accidents 3 Vehicles which have been altered modified or repaired in any manner not authorized by our company FI VE YEAR WARRANTY Each Dexter Torflex Axle carries a limited 5 YEAR WARRANTY on the suspension to be free from defect in material and workmanship Warranty is limited to Dexter warranty policy TWO YEAR LI MI TED WARRANTY Depending upon which suspension is used it may carry a limited 2 YEAR WARRANTY by its manufacturer FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY Towmaster warranties each new product manufactured by us to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of de livery
27. et SW NSA 11 Washington DC 20590 You may also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from www safecar gov Towmaster Trailers Product Manual SECTION I NW TRAILER INFORMATION Bs Trailer and Dealer Information 11 Truck Requirements 12 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual NW TRAILER INFORMATION Bs 43 9 44 9 45 9 47 9 25 8 26 8 27 8 29 8 PWITH TAPERED GOOSENECK APPROACH E 4g swing clearance loaded fifth wheel ht T 110HT Trailer Information Model Purchased Date Purchased VIN serial number Axle Serial Numbers each axle has its own Axle 1 Axle 4 Axle 2 Axle 5 Axle 3 Dealer Information Dealer Address Address City State Zip Phone Fax Web Address Please have serial number available for all orders 11 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual 11 TRUCK REQUIREMENTS OPERATING RANGES P S I 2 800 to 3 000 G P M 10 GPM minimum 25 GPM maximum FuidConnectors Swing Clearance See truck dimensions page 5 5th Wheel Height 47 52 See truck dimensions page 5 Hydraulic Connections See below NIPPLE Towmaster P N 37 5971 COUPLER Towmaster P N 37 5972 COUPLER NIPPLE BODY SIZE 3 4 BODY SIZE 3 4 THREAD SIZE NPTF 3 4 14 THREAD SIZE NPTF 3 4 14 DIM A 3 36 DIM D 2 28 DIM B 1 62 DIM E 1 18 DIM C 1 90 DIM F 1 38 DIM G 1 59 12 To
28. 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 designed 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 lbs 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 occupant weight distributed in accordance with Table of CRF 49 571 110 and dividing by 2 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 separable 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 separable to the non pneumatic tire and
29. icle 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 lbs times the number of occupants specified in the second column of Table 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 Ply separation A parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies 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 lbs in excess of those standard items which they replace not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight including heavy duty b
30. iginal owners of their equipment Our warranty registration fulfills this requirement Please make every effort to complete this document and send it in Manufacturer reserves the right to modify without notice specific designs and specifications as deemed advisable on the trailers described herein without obligation in regards to trailers previously sold The manufacturer also reserves the right to discontinue any model or models without obligation in regards to trailers previously sold Written warranty covers each trailer No other warranty expressed or implied is made Tire and brake warranty through original manufacturer All dimensions approximate Full warranty information available online at Towmaster com Towmaster Trailers Product Manual 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 Towmaster Inc 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 Towmaster Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 7th Stre
31. indicators that let you know when it is time to replace your tires These indicators are raised sections spaced intermittently in the bottom of the tread grooves When they appear even with the outside of the tread it is time to replace 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 1 5 7 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 positioned 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 1 5 8 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 1 5 9 Tire Fundamentals Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of
32. l NW PRE TRIP CHECKLIST ES To avoid injury to yourself or others and avoid damage to the trailer it is recommended that you read understand and follow this pre trip inspection each time you use the trailer Perform this inspection in a safe location away from traffic Inspect trailer for any damage cracks loose boards loose screws loose bolts _ Inspect suspension and look for trailer lean make sure springs are in hangers _ Inspect tires for wear or damage Make sure they are properly inflated _ Check axle hubs for leaks or bearing wear Check wheel lugs and nuts fro proper torque _ Test trailer brakes for condition and operation Inspect for wear Test all lights and flashers Test all trailer controls to verify proper working condition Inspect all tie downs and make sure they are in good condition Inspect hydraulic lines for leaks and wear Check all air lines for cracks and leaks Check electrical system for wear or exposed wires Check to make sure the fifth wheel is locked and the mounting is secure Inspect chains or straps for damage or wear LLLI EIL EL EI EI Make sure all items are secured to deck prior to transporting If anything is not in proper working condition DO NOT USE trailer and schedule maintenance to repair items 20 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual SECTION III OPERATIONS Ms Upper Deck Ramp 23 Hydraulic Tail Section
33. lation by visual inspection For convenience purchase a tire pressure gauge to keep in your vehicle 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 tire 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 pressure in warm tires 1 5 4 Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure 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 s
34. nflation information and load inflation limits 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 sT An ST is an indication the tire is for trailer use only Max Load Dual kg lbs at kPa psi Cold This information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual that is when four tires are put on each rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle Max Load Single kg lbs at kPa psi Cold This information indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single Load Range This information identifies the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 1 6 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 User s Manual
35. rakes 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 Recommended inflation pressure This is the inflation pressure provided by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire Information label and on the 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 Ew TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION EI 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 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 listed as appropriate
36. s hydraulic tail trailers are designed for ease of use by one person and from one location The controls shown above are typical of the hydraulic tail trailer Some variation may occur depending upon installed optional equipment 17 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual ees DECALS EE The following is a list of decals on the Hydraulic Tail trailer Some decals may only appear on trailers with the available options as noted INSTRUCTION SAFETY DECALS BRANDING DECALS a EN GENERAL CAUTION 1 BE SURE VEHICLE COUPLER AND TRAILER HITCH ARE THE SAME TYPE AND SIZE e COUPLER IS SECURELY LATCHED e SAFETY CHAINS ARE CROSSED UNDER TONGUE AND PROPERLY ATTACHED TO VEHICLE e ALL TRAILER LIGHTS ARE IN WORKING ORDER e LOAD IS SECURED TO TRAILER PER LOCAL AND NATIONAL 0 07 LAWS e PARKING JACK STAND IF EQUIPPED IS RETRACTED BEFORE MOVING e DECK LATCH PIN IF EQUIPPED IS PROPERLY INSERTED e WHEEL LUG NUTS ARE TIGHTENED ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURER S SPECIFICATIONS e TIRES ARE INFLATED TO PRESSURE INDICATED ON TIRE e TRAILER BRAKES IF EQUIPPED ARE PROPERLY ADJUSTED AND IN WORKING CONDITION e BREAK AWAY DEVICE IF EQUIPPED IS SECURED TO TOW VEHICLE AND BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED e LOAD IS WITHIN TRAILER RATED CAPACITY e LOAD IS DISTRIBUTED PROPERLY TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE TONGUE WEIGHT YOU MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE OWNER AND OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE TOWING OR USING THIS TRAILER IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE PROPER MANUAL
37. snow capability Ew TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION 11 Speed Rating The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is 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 Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law Letter Rating Speed Rating EEE gt EHE 99 mph a 106 mph 112 mph 118 mph 124 mph H 130 mph 149 mph 168 mph 186 mph 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 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 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
38. the air pressure that en ables a tire to support the load so proper inflation is critical The proper air pressure may be found on the certification VI N label and or on the Tire Placard This value should never exceed the maximum cold inflation pressure stamped on the tire 1 1 1 Trailers 10 000 Pounds GVWR or Less D TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION The weight of cargo should never exceed m KI nmm DS we size 7 mom ID oe 1 Locate the statement The weight of cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX Ibs on your vehicle s placard See fig ure 1 1 2 This figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity 3 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity The trailer s placard refers to the Tire Information Placard attached adjacent to or near the trailer s VIN Certification label at the left front of the trailer 1 1 2 Trailers Over 10 000 Pounds GVWR Note These trailers are not required to have a tire information plac ard on the vehicle l 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 2 Locate the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of the trailer on your trailer s VIN Certification label 3 Subtract the empty weight of your trailer from th
39. to the ground TO RAISE Re inflate air suspension Pull out on HYD TAIL control to raise main tail so that the flip tail clears the ground when retracted Push in on FLIP TAIL control to retract flip tail Pull out on H FRAME control to raise Push in on HYD TAIL to lower tail onto H Frame Ensure that main tail and flip are properly locked by H Frame See service manual for more instructions MODELS WITH WINCH WINCH OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Push in on WINCH control to pull cable IN 2 Pull out on WINCH control to release cable Towmaster Trailers Product Manual DECALS 0 19 AIR SUSP DUMP VALVE 1 STAY CLEAR OF TAIL 2 PINCH POINT A DANGER 4 or 8 AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH A DANGER A STAND CLEAR of ZONE hydraulic tail DO NOT A DAN G R _ stand in the DANGER ZONE shown Stand at PINCH POINT PULL PUSH side of trailer to operate 1 to 6 to inflate amp Watch your air suspension air suspension 5 hands Read operation and Air suspension MUST BE S maintenance manual for further instructions inflated during travel 800 URL CONTACT 2 Are STAY CLEAR 2 MODELS WITH DECK RAMP DECK LOCK 2 MODELS W DECK RAMP DANGER DECK RAMP MUST BE FULLY RAISED AND LOCKED PROPERLY FOR LOADING UNLOADING OPERATION OF DECK RAMP CRUSH ZONE AT 1 ALL TIMES DEATH OR SEVERE INJURY MAY OCCUR ian CRUSH ZONE 19 Towmaster Trailers Product Manua
40. ts and bolts properly tightened and all moveable parts properly maintained If replacing a part use only parts that meet or exceed factory specifications Follow recommended torque specifications SAFETY WARNI NG Make sure all lights are in proper working condition and all tires are properly maintained and inflated Brakes should be inspected and maintained at proper intervals Electrical air and hydraulic lines must be clean and in working order Know your trailer and your load You must adhere to D O T loading and tie down safety standards Make sure the area is clear and the trailer is parked on level ground before loading or unloading equipment Read all safety and operations decals prior to operating the trailer Ramp surface must be clean of debris and dry not slippery when loading or unloading Avoid pinch points and keep everyone clear of moving parts Load with the center of gravity of the equipment as low as possible Con t 15 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual mu GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ESSE SAFETY WARNING CON T Drive equipment slowly onto trailer and avoid sudden maneuvers Secure equipment and all attachments properly to the trailer prior to moving trailer WHEN USI NG WI NCH if equipped DO NOT allow riders on equipment being winched onto the trailer Keep people away from the area in front of or behind the equipment being loaded Anchor the winch cable around the drum with a minimum of 5 wraps
41. ure they have the same air pressure except in cases in which the front and rear tires are supposed to have different amounts of pressure If you have been driving your vehicle and think that 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 it is safer to drive with air pressure that is slightly lower than the vehicle manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure than to drive with a significantly underinflated tire Since this is a temporary fix don t forget to recheck and adjust the tire s pressure when you can obtain a cold reading 1 5 5 Tire Size To maintain tire safety purchase new tires that are the same size as the vehicle 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 Ew TIRE AND SAFETY INFORMATION EE 1 5 6 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
42. wmaster Trailers Product Manual SECTION II Ew SAFETY AND CONTROLS 1 General Safety 15 Operation Controls 17 Decals 18 Pre Trip Inspection 20 13 Towmaster Trailers Product Manual ms GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ES READ OPERATI ONS MANUAL Before operating the trailer you must read and understand the safety precautions and operation instructions found in this manual Never allow anyone to operation the trailer who does not understand the safety warnings or proper operation of the trailer SAFETY SHI ELDS AND DECALS All equipment and attachments must be kept in good condition for proper safety and operation Replace all worn damaged unusable or missing safety shields and guards prior to operating equipment Safety decals must be in good readable condition Replace decals if they become worn or damaged or are missing from the proper area New decals can be obtained through our parts and service department 320 593 4595 Decals must be in place before operating the trailer EQUI PMENT AND CONTROLS Never modify the trailer Altering this equipment in any manner which adversely affects its operation performance durability or use will void the warranty and may cause hazardous conditions Know the location and function of all controls and how to stop the equipment in an emergency before operating the trailer Keep all screws nu
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