Owner`s Manual - Roadmaster Inc.
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1. LubeMaster silicone spray LubeMaster is the ideal lubricant for A frames awning arms window pee tracks folding steps or for hundreds et of other applications around the home LUBEMASTE and motorhome animal It s a dry silicone which does not at tract dirt or road grime that can cause binding rowan Meets Volatile Organic Compound METAL OW PAINT blab VOC standards tivcen rasa 747 LubeMaster2. 2 Connect both A frame arms to the towing arms with the included linch pins 3 Lift the coupler up and move it forward or backward as needed to maneuver it over the ball hook If one of the A frame arms does not slide forward or backward press down on the Autowlok button to unlock it 4 Press and hold the coupler locking trigger Figure 4 ee arm and lift the handle Figure 4 up Lower the coupler over the ball hook so that it com pletely covers it release the handle 5 Be certain the coupler is properly locked onto the ball hook the handle must be completely lowered as shown in Figure 4 with the coupler completely covering the ball hook for the coupler to be locked onto the ball hook 4 WARNING If the coupler is not properly locked onto the ball hook as described above it will release during towing The A frame will separate from the motorhome which may cause property damage personal injury or even death continued on next page Connecting the A frame continued from preceding page 6 Plug in the lighting power cord according to the sup plier s instructions and verify that all lighting systems are functioning Before towing the vehicle make certain that the steer ing is unlocked the transmission is in the proper setting and the emergency brake is released Remove the wheel chock Check the owner s manual for the proper towing pro cedures or requirement s for the vehicle to be towed
3. 44 WARNING Do not tow the vehicle until the A frame is properly attached with all pins or the vehicle will detach which may cause property damage personal injury or even death When you drive away steer briefly to the left and then to the right to extend self center and lock the A frame Always stop at this time Check the A frame to ensure that both arms are locked before assuming highway speed Additionally check the other components of your towing system to ensure that they are fully engaged 44 WARNING Both A frame arms must be locked before towing If they are not the momentum of the towed vehicle will apply excessive force to the A frame arms and other components of the towing system which may cause the towing system to fail resulting in property damage personal injury or even death 44 WARNING Do not tow a vehicle with a ball hook or any supple mentary equipment rated less than the actual weight of the towed vehicle and all its contents If any supplementary towing equipment is not rated at the weight of the towed vehicle and all its contents it may fail during towing causing property damage personal injury or even death Disconnecting the A frame 1 Disconnecting the A frame is essentially the reverse of connecting it Before you begin always try to park on level ground with the towed vehicle in line with the motorhome This will eliminate most of the tension between the two vehicles allowing for an eas
4. part of a product expressly warranted by another manufacturer or g damage to the product if its original identification trade mark serial number markings have been defaced altered or removed 2 DISCLAIMER OF OTHER WARRANTIES The preceding warranties are the exclusive and sole express warranties given by Roadmaster They supersede any prior contrary or additional representations whether oral or written No agent representative dealer or employee has the authority to alter or increase the obligations or limitations of this warranty Any implied or statutory warranties including any warranty of general or particularized fitness or quality or performance are disclaimed and excepted unless local law prevents or limits such disclaimer in which case any such implied or statutory warranties are disclaimed and or limited to the extent permitted under local law 3 EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY NONCONFORMITIES If during the applicable Warranty Period the product does not conform to the pre ceding Warranties notify Roadmaster as provided below and within a reasonable time Roadmaster will provide at its option one of the following 1 replacement components for any nonconforming or defective product or components or 2 the percentage of the purchase price for the non conforming product equal to the percentage of the Warranty Period remaining when Roadmaster is notified of the nonconformity Roadmaster will at its option a use new and or rec
5. towed vehicle s fascia and into the threaded a holes in the bumper core Tighten them as much as pos ac sible without using a wrench Then as shown in Figure 2 unthread each towing arm just enough so that the holes at the end are parallel with 1 Thread both towing arms into the bumper core the ground 2 Holding both of the A frame arms together attach either arm to its corresponding towing arm with the included linch or pin Figure 3 3 Extend the other arm across the towed vehicle and attach it to the other towing arm 4 Pull the coupler and the two A frame arms with it away from the towed vehicle as far as they will go The coupler must be approximately centered between the tow ing arms on the bumper core Both Autowloks Figure 3 will engage the buttons will pop up 5 Using a torque wrench tighten the two bolts at the w yoke Figure 3 to 57 ft lbs 77 N M 6 The A frame is now centered and adjusted to your towed vehicle If you wish to tow a different vehicle with the A frame untighten the two yoke bolts and repeat the steps above To connect the A frame for towing follow the steps below 2 Align the holes at the end of the towing arms to be parallel to the ground Connecting the A frame for towing 1 Drive the towed vehicle within three or three and a half feet of the motorhome Atakai Put the vehicle in gear park set the emergency brake a sae g and chock one of the wheels
6. up to 60 mm high with the use of a connector horizontally placed 4 fastening screws M12x35 ISO 4017 4 self retaining nuts M12 ISO 7040 and 8 washers 12 5 mm inside diameter ISO 7090 is shown in detail in see Figure D The other method of fastening the coupling heads of ZSK 750K and BC 800L type to a V shaped shaft with steel sections that are up to 30 mm wide and over 60 mm high with the use of a connector 2 vertically placed fastening screws M12 x 35 ISO 4017 2 self retaining nuts M12 ISO 7040 and 4 washers 12 5 mm inside diameter ISO 7090 see Figure E It is obligatory to check if all the bolts are screwed down properly after 1 000 kilometers 4 User s manual In order to couple and uncouple the trailer safely one should e Make sure that there is a vacant space round the ball of the hook to exclude pos sible collisions with the spare wheel frame and other bodywork elements e The trailer should be loaded properly without exceeding the permissible total weight Pmax so that the thrust on the coupling ball does not exceed the S value marked on the body of the coupling head see Figure B e To make sure that the coupling head is properly fixed it is important to check the position of the indicator and the clearance between the coupling head and the ball of the hook see Figure F e Ifthe coupling between the ball and the coupling head slackens e g clatters start occurring during driving it means th
7. Compliance with the requirements of this paragraph is a condition to coverage under the Warranty if these requirements are not complied with Roadmaster will have no obligation to provide any remedy for any breach of warranty 4 DISCLAIMER OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN NO EVENT SHALL ROADMASTER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER RESULT ING FROM NONDELIVERY OR FROM THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT 5 ADDRESS FOR NOTICES TO ROADMASTER Roadmaster Inc 6110 NE 127th Ave Vancouver WA 98682 B WARRANTY TERMS FOR INDIVIDUALS CONSUMERS The General Terms and Conditions mentioned below apply to the contractual relationships with private individuals who do not use the Product for the purpose of a trade business profession or commercial activity 1a STATUTORY WARRANTY Roadmaster grants to its buyers the warranty prescribed by the domestic statu tory law regarding consumer warranties in effect where the consumer buys the product subject to the following terms provided that such terms are permitted by the domestic law 1b ADDITIONAL WARRANTY Roadmaster grants to its buyers the following warranty in addition to the statutory warranty prescribed by the domestic statutory law regarding consumer warranties in effect where the consumer buys the product Where the domestic law provides greater rights its provisions shall apply Roadmas
8. E YEAR WARRANTY In addition to the preceding time of sale warranty if the product registration card is completely and accurately filled out and mailed to Roadmaster within thirty 30 days of purchase Roadmaster will provide an additional warranty that for a period of one year after sale the product will remain in good working order PROVIDED THAT the product is installed and maintained in accordance with Roadmaster s instructions This warranty extends only to the first retail purchaser consumer of the product and is not transferable This warranty does not cover a regular maintenance normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal installation or troubleshooting of the customer s installation b consumables components that require periodic replacement during a prod uct s lifetime c damage to the product if it has been misused neglected improperly installed physically damaged or altered either internally or externally or damaged from improper use maintenance or storage or from abuse or from use in an unsuit able environment d damage to the product if it has been subjected to fire water generalized corrosion biological infestations negligence accident vandalism disasters war severe weather flooding or Acts of God e damage to the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Road master or its authorized service centers f damage to the product if it is used as a component
9. The towed vehicle s weight should never exceed 40 percent of the towing vehicle s weight Towing a vehicle with one of similar weight will cause the towed vehicle to override the towing vehicle resulting in jackknifing Serious damage to both vehicles as well as the towing system could result e Always stand to one side and as close to the motor home as possible when releasing the A frame locking mechanisms Never stand between the adjustable arms or put any part of your body between the adjustable arms when releasing the A frame the towed vehicle may lurch forward when the locking mechanisms are released e Check the motorhome turning radius Some mo torhome chassis have such a tight turning radius that the motorhome can hit the towed vehicle Before getting on the road with your towed vehicle you should test your turning radius in an empty parking lot e Keep the A frame clean and well lubricated As is the case with most precision equipment frequent cleaning and care results in better performance and longevity Refer to the section titled Care and cleaning for further information 44 WARNING Failure to follow these instructions may cause prop erty damage personal injury or even death Connecting the A frame Center and adjust the A frame Note it is only necessary to center and adjust the A frame once for any particular vehicle 1 Insert both of the towing arms Figure 2 through the holes in the
10. ad Failure to properly equip the vehicle will cause severe damage to the transmission or the transaxle unless the vehicle s manufacturer has approved the vehicle for flat towing If this is the case check the vehicle s owner s manual for the proper procedure s to prepare the vehicle for towing e The A frame must be approximately level with the ball hook on the motorhome no more than four inches above or below level Towing with the A frame at a severe upward or down ward slope may force the coupler off the ball hook on sharp inclines or declines e The steering wheel must be unlocked and free to turn when towing Failure to do so can cause severe tire and equipment damage e The TowMaster A frame is rated at a maximum of 1 700 kilograms carrying capacity therefore the weight of the towed vehicle and all its contents cannot exceed 1 700 kilograms e The A frame must be properly secured with pins before towing Unless the A frame is secured to both vehicles with all appropriate pins the towed vehicle will detach e Inspect the system before towing if any component is damaged replace it before towing Also check the coupler ball clamp and ball socket Figure 1 for fractures or cracks in the steel e This A frame is designed for use on paved roads only ROADMASTER does not recommend off road towing nor does ROADMASTER warrant the A frame for off road use e Never tow a vehicle with one of a comparable weight
11. at either the ball or the coupling head is used up and should be replaced at once The diameter of the ball should be at least 49 13 mm If the value is smaller it indicates that the coupling ball is used up e Ifa coupling head should get damaged or deformed in an accident or because of overload it should instantly be replaced e Being of great importance for road safety coupling heads should not be altered in any way 5 Operating instructions of BC and ZSK type coupling heads e In order to open the coupling head push the safety bolt R with the index finger upward and turn the coupling handle D forward see Figure G e The coupling head is opened when the indicator is in the OPEN position see Figure F e In order to couple a coupling head place the opened coupling head on the ball and push the coupling handle D downward see Figure H until the bolt R clicks outside e The coupling head is coupled properly if the safety bolt R clicks outside and the indicator is in position see Figure F e Ifthe indicator is in position 4 see Figure F it means that either the coupling head is fixed incorrectly or that the parts of the coupling head or the ball are worn and should be replaced immediately 6 Maintenance Proper maintenance will provide easy exploitation and proper functioning of a coupling head To ensure that all joints and bearings should be lubricated see Figure G and the h
12. e of infringements or immaterial contractual obligations resulting from Roadmaster s simple negligence Roadmaster shall be liable to the full statutory extent in case of intentional misconduct or gross negligence by its organs the board a member of the board or other duly appointed representative or execu tive staff Moreover Roadmaster will be liable even in case of simple negligence as regards infringements of essential contractual obligations essential rights or duties resulting from the nature of the contract on the fulfilment of which the Buyer may rightfully rely In this case and in case of intent or gross negligence by any other person employed by Roadmaster in performance of Roadmaster s obligations excluding organs and executive staff Roadmaster shall be liable only for typically foreseeable damages having regard to the evidently prevailing circumstance The above limitations of liability shall apply to all claims for damages without regard to the legal cause The limitations shall not apply to claims based on personal injury and shall not reduce liability according to product liability laws and liability for breach of an express warranty given in regard to characteristics or durability of the goods The above limitations of liability shall apply also for the benefit of Roadmaster s employees or any third person instructed by Roadmaster Consumers have statutory rights under applicable national laws relating to the sale of consu
13. e of the A frame arms Write down the serial number in the space below and retain for future reference Serial number All illustrations and specifications contained herein are based on the latest information available at the time of publication ROADMASTER Inc reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice in material specifica tions and models or to discontinue models Save this manual Save this manual for future reference It contains im portant sections relative to safety use maintenance and other information Therefore make sure this manual is always with you when you re towing You may download or print a copy of the most current manual at www roadmasterinc com under Support 44 WARNING Read all instructions before installing the A frame or before towing a vehicle Failure to understand how to properly in stall or operate the A frame could result in property damage personal injury or even death Safe towing practices To ensure your safety and that of your passengers as well as the safety of others on the road follow these safe towing practices at all times CAUTION ROADMASTER recommends reversing with the towed vehicle attached be kept to a minimum and only as a necessity Backing up with the towed vehicle attached may cause the towed vehicle to jackknife which could cause non warranty damage the A frame e Be sure the vehicle can be towed before taking it on the ro
14. ers marked on the trailer casing have not been exceeded All coupling heads are to be coupled with A class tow hook balls 50 mm in diameter that are made in accordance with the Directive 94 20 EWG and the Regulations ECE R55 Ranges of rotation see Figure A 3 Assembling instruction A coupling head should be fastened so that the coupling point of the trailer with horizon tal positioning of the bodywork the maximum permissible Pmax axle load and properly placed load does not exceed the permissible S value vertical thrust engraved on the body of the coupling head and is 430 35 mm above the surface of the tyre adhesion to the ground see Figure B All deviations must be taken into consideration when approving the trailer construction Coupling heads depending on a design may be fas tened onto pipe shafts round or square V shaped shafts and inertia brake couplings 3 1 Assembling to a pipe shaft round or square The casing of the coupling head should be placed on the shaft properly positioned to the holes and screwed down with 2 bolts 2 self retaining nuts 4 washers and 2 distancing jointing sleeves see Figure C When there are three vertical fastening holes only two are to be used i e the front fastening hole and one of the rear ones 3 2 Assembling to a V shaped shaft The recommended way of fastening the coupling heads of ZSK 750K and BC 800L type to a V shaped shaft with steel sections that are up to 24 mm wide and
15. ier disconnect 2 Chock one of the wheels to prevent a runaway vehicle 3 Push down on the Autowlok buttons to release the locking mechanisms 44 WARNING When the locking mechanisms are released the towed vehicle may surge forward For this reason always stand to one side when disconnecting the A frame Never stand between the adjustable arms or put any part of your body between the adjustable arms CAUTION Never use a hammer or mallet to disconnect the Autowlok buttons The A frame arms will not automati cally lock if the Autowlok buttons are damaged 4 Pull back on the coupler locking trigger and lift the handle Figure 4 to release the coupler Lift the coupler a coupler Autowlok button a bound m released g On a hill the coupler cannot be released the towed car is pulling backward and binding it off the ball hook Note if you must park on an uphill incline you may find that you cannot release the coupler even with the Autowlok buttons released The weight of the towed ve hicle trying to roll back Figure 5 is binding the coupler in place Allow the towed vehicle to idle forward just enough to continued on next page 3 Disconnecting the A frame continued from previous page take the tension of this weight off the coupler Then hold the vehicle in position by first applying the emergency brake then shifting into park Once the tension is off pull back on the coupler locking le
16. il ea MASTER by Roadmaster 1 700 kilogram capacity A frame model number 505 EUJ per ay Nne LJ Ty M 3 Entire contents of manual mustbe read by owner Time Esed Tie Proves ROADMASTER Inc 6110 NE 127th Ave Vancouver WA 98682 800 669 9690 Fax 360 735 9300 roadmasterinc com 2015 ROADMASTER Ine All rights reserved 855389 00 03 15 Welcome to the ROADMASTER family This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the installation operation care and maintenance of your A frame and to provide you with important safety information Read your owner s manual cover to cover Understand how to install and operate your A frame and carefully follow the instructions and safety precautions We thank you for your patronage and greatly appreciate your discerning taste Contents Safe towing practices cccccceseecseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeseeeeseees 1 Connecting and disconnecting Connecting the A frame cccceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenes 2 3 Disconnecting the A frame cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 3 4 Care and cleaning awicstesetccsiatacsnocas tecrnetaurcentactaces eiccceaeeeeee 4 Coupler information cccccceceseceeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeseeeeesaeeees 5 Limited warran y sescncinsosencctes swat cvecssnneehouncnctecerecredatuceateds 6 Optional equipment and ACCESSOFIES cscceeeeeeeees 7 Your A frame serial number 1S located on the interior of on
17. mer products This warranty does not affect statutory rights that you may have or your rights against the entity from which you purchased the product and it does not curtail or limit those rights that cannot be excluded or limited Roadmaster grants all warranties prescribed by your national statutory law subject to the following provision If the Buyer is entitled to claim damages pursuant to the national law Roadmas ters liability is limited by this section Optional equipment and accessories ia MN le yy F ws a A exterior roa Hi naa interior Voom RV Sireaks clean eta eana yp The newest cleaning technology in Voom RV allows you to Vi use only one cleaner for all of your RV s cleaning and main Vit tenance From top to bottom front to rear inside and out Voom RV is the only cleaner you will ever need Voom RV is an all purpose cleaner that s safe for all sur faces not harmed by water And it s safe for the planet Voom RV is biodegradable and contains no petroleum distil lates Great for around the home too Exterior uses A frames aluminum awnings black streaks chrome bug stains painted surfaces rubber rub ber roofs screens tar wheels and more Interior uses appli ances carpets counter tops fiberglass grease hard water paha stains mold and mildew pet stains spot cleaning tubs toi and shower lets upholstery 9911 Voom RV 32 oz spray Chrome wheels and tires
18. olding clamp should be cleaned and lubricated regularly Table of tightening moments for screws Screw Resistance Tightening Size Class Moments M10 uu eee OO P T 46 Nm M12 8 8 10 9 12 9 79 Nm 115 Nm 137 Nm M14 ue ORS aaweeprerere Serer eee 180 Nm Use for fitting the ball couplings of permissible maximum mass of a trailer above 1500kg to 2999kg Use for fitting the ball couplings of permissible maximum mass of a trailer above 3000kg Limited warranty READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT PURCHASED UNDER THIS WARRANTY YOUR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY OF ITS COMPONENTS INDICATES THAT YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS RETURN THE PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR A FULL REFUND For products sold to businesses and commercial enterprises the terms and conditions under Section A apply If the Buyer is a private individual who does not conclude the contract for the purpose of a trade business profession or commercial activity the terms and conditions under Section B apply A WARRANTY TERMS FOR BUSINESSES AND COMMERCIAL ENTER PRISES 1a WARRANTY OF CONFORMITY AT TIME OF SALE Roadmaster Inc Roadmaster warrants that at the time of sale of this prod uct it will be free from defects in material and manufacture and will conform to Roadmaster s specifications for the product 1b CONDITIONAL ON
19. onditioned parts in performing warranty repairs and making replacement products b use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement If Roadmaster repairs or replaces a product its warranty continues for the remain ing portion of the original Warranty Period or 60 days from the date of the return shipment to the customer whichever is greater All replaced products and all parts removed from repaired products become the property of Roadmaster Roadmas ter will not provide and will not be liable for labor costs of removal or reinstallation of components disposal shipping freight taxes or other incidental charges THESE REMEDIES ARE THE EXCLUSIVE AND SOLE REMEDIES FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY For any breach of warranty the Owner must contact Roadmaster within thirty 30 days after discovering the nonconformity Do not return any product without first calling Roadmaster and getting a return authorization number Returned products must include the return authorization number and a copy of the original invoice bill or other proof of the date of purchase The date of purchase must coincide with the original warranty registration card on file Roadmaster will authorize a shipment of the product to Roadmaster or b repair or replacement at the near est warranty service center in both cases with shipping at your expense Do not purchase replacement parts or pay for repair labor your will not be reimbursed
20. ow that you have a clean dry A frame use a dry silicone aerosol such as LubeMaster part number 747 to lubricate the A frame spray a liberal amount of sili cone into all moving components including the Autowlok buttons Flex the A frame components and push and release the Autowlok buttons to work the lubricant in CAUTION Always clean the locking mechanisms as described above before lubricating them Silicone coats and cov ers in a thin layer If it is not removed it will reduce the clearance for the locking mechanisms preventing proper operation Lubricate the coupler ball socket and ball clamp The manufacturer s instructions are on the next page Coupler information Following are the coupler manufacturer s operation latching and maintenance instructions for your reference Assembling operating and maintenance instruction of coupling heads ZSK and BC type 1 Introduction Coupling heads are made in accordance with the Directive 94 20 EWG and the Regula tions ECE R55 Coupling heads are of great importance for road safety therefore nu merous tests have been carried out to confirm their reliability Nevertheless to ensure their reliability it is essential that coupling heads are properly assembled operated and maintained Therefore please read this instruction very carefully and follow all the direc tions 2 Range of application Coupling heads can be used only with those trailers where the required paramet
21. ter warrants that at the time of sale of this product it will be free from de fects in material and manufacture and will conform to Roadmaster s specifications for the product In addition Roadmaster will extend to any consumer buyer the terms and benefits of the Conditional Warranty for Businesses and Commercial Entities and the Extended Warranty described above under Section A 1 b above provided that the consumer buyer fills out and returns the product registration card within the time periods described in that section 2 REMEDY FOR ANY NONCONFORMITIES If during the applicable Warranty Period the product does not conform to the preceding Warranties notify Roadmaster as provided in Section 3 of the Warranty Terms for Businesses and Commercial Enterprises above and Roadmaster will provide the remedy specified in that Section in accordance with the terms of that Section provided that Buyer will also be entitled to any additional or different rights and or remedies required under the Buyer s national law THE REMEDIES PROVIDED IN SECTION 3 ARE THE EXCLUSIVE AND SOLE REMEDIES FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY provided that Buyer will also be entitled to any additional or different remedies required under the Buyer s national law 3 LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS OF LIABILITY Liability shall be excluded for consequential damages e g loss of profits inability to achieve cost savings and other indirect damages Roadmaster shall not be liable in cas
22. ver to release the coupler 5 Pull the linch pins from both of the A frame arms to disconnect them collapse the arms 6 Store the A frame in any covered location that will protect it from the elements Care and cleaning As is the case with most precision equipment frequent cleaning and care results in better performance and lon gevity Use the following guidelines to keep your A frame clean and well lubricated Always clean the A frame before lubricating Use a water soluble cleaner such as Voom RV part number 9911 it does an exceptional job of breaking down road film dirt and grease CAUTION Do not use petroleum based products to clean or lubricate the A frame Petroleum will attract dirt and dust which will make the arms difficult to slide Clean all moving components paying special attention to the inner arms and the locking mechanisms Spray a liberal amount of cleaner on the inner arms and into the Autowlok buttons Figure 3 Then spray cleaner into the hole under each Autowlok button Push and release each button to work the cleaner into the locking mechanism Push each Autowlok button down and retract and extend each A frame arm several times As the arm closes the cleaner will lift dirt and debris from the interior of the outer 4 arm and the locking mechanism Wipe the dirt and debris off and repeat if necessary until each arm is clean After cleaning the A frame wipe any remaining cleaner away N
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