Operator/User`s Manual - Hickory Enclosed Trailer Sales
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1. 1 800 348 7530 W Located on side wall of trailer NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NATM Mark of Excellence TRAILER MANUFACTURERS Located outside power supply THIS CONNECTION IS FOR 110 125 VOLT AC 60 HZ AMPERE SUPPLY Located outside power supply THIS CONNECTION IS FOR 120 240 VOLT 3 POLE 4 WIRE 60 HERTZ 50 LD 101 Located outside power supply THIS CONNECTION IS FOR LOW VOLTAGE BATTERY OR DIRECT CURRENT ONLY DO NOT CONNECT TO 120 OR 240 VOLTS LD 104 MEMBER Manufactured in accordance with the Guideline of Recommended Minimum Manufacturing Practices At transfer switch or junction box GENERATOR CIRCUIT THIS CONNECTION IS FOR GENERATORS RATED 110 125 vOLT AC 60HZ AMPERES MAXIMUM At transfer switch or junction box AIR CONDITIONING CIRCUIT THIS CONNECTION IS FOR AIR CONDITIONERS RATED 110 125 VOLT AC 60HZ AMPERES MAXIMUM DO NOT EXCEED CIRCUIT RATING Located outside power supply THIS CONNECTION FOR 120 240 VOLT 2 POLE 3 WIRE 60 HERTZ _ ZETA A Located outside power supply THIS CONNECTION IS FOR 110 125 VOLT AC 60HZ AMPERE SUPPLY W Located on battery box THE SUPPLIED BATTERY IN YOUR KIT IS RECHARGEABLE AND MUST BE MAINTAINED FOR PROPER USE FOR USE SINGLE TANDEM AND TRI AXLE TRAILERS CHECK CONDITION OF BATTERY AND CHARGE PRIOR TO TRIP NOTICE CHARGE BATT2. important Information A 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 Pounps GVWR OR LESS he weg hi of cargo should mea exceed Kg oF Libs e 7 i a Tire and Loading Information Placard Figure 1 1 1 Locate the statement The weight of cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lIbs on your vehicle s placard See figure 1 1 2 his figure equals the avail able 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 Please also note the following information for Haulmark Tire and Loading Information Placards 1 Cargo Capacity Immediately following the label title a car rying capacity will be listed in both pounds and kilograms The total weight of contents should never exceed this capacity 2 Tire Size amp Pressure Regardless of the number of axles all tire size and pres sure information will be listed in the rear row of the label tires on the trailer are the same size and have the same pressure rating regardless of the number or position of axles on the trailer 3 Spare Tire Not all trailers are equipped with a spare tire However every label will indicate spare tire size
3. Recommen Always keep hitch ball greased Replace worn hitch balls or locking lugs promptly Replace worn hitch pins and 5th wheel jaws promptly When in doubt consult either tow vehicle manufacturer vehicle owner s manual dealership or hitch specialist x 1 r ID EBENE Ph 22 Adjustable height Adjustable ball king pin 5th wheel coupler gooseneck hitch hitch Make sure latch is closed before towing The Hitch It is your responsibility to correctly match your tow vehicle to your trailer To do this here are some steps to follow 1 Match the GVWR of your trailer to the maximum trailer weight allowed for your tow vehicle 2 Match the hitch weight carrying capacity of your tow vehicle with the loaded tongue weight of your trailer 3 Match the size of the brake controller to the number of braking wheels on your trailer 4 Match the electri cal wiring of your tow vehicle to the wiring on your trailer Be sure to check that your tow vehicle has a ground wire running from the receptacle to the frame 5 Match the ball size to the coupler size Gooseneck hitch shown with safety chains and breakaway cable affixed to the tow vehicle Always tow with the safety pin locked as shown 5th wheel must have safety chains attached to vehicle also If you have any questions regarding your hitch call a specialist Gooseneck 5th Wheel Trailers
4. e Step 5 At a service station add the missing pounds of air pressure to each tire that is underinflated e 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 different amounts of pressure If you have been driving your vehicle and think that a tire is underinflated fill it to the recommended cold infla tion 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 recom mended cold inflation pressure than to drive with a significantly underin flated 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 manufac turer Look at the tire information placard the owner s manual or the important Information _ _ 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 1 5 6 TIRE TREAD The tire tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevent your vehicle from slipping or s
5. E Trin Checkli 13 Your Haulmark dealer has checked the following before you took delivery of your trailer but these are things which you should recheck before towing your trailer for the first time A description of how these parts work and how they should be properly checked is included on the following pages of this manual Fir Iri Wheel Lugs Brakes Brake Controllers Bearing Lube amp Tightness Running Lights Turn Signals Safety Chains Tire Condition amp Tire Pressure Hitch Breakaway Battery Charge for trailers with electric brakes Test for Proper Operation Doors Windows Roof Vents Closed amp Locked All Jacks are Up in Travel Position v V Vv Vv V v v Vv Vv m m Load Distribution amp Security Also check at 10 25 50 miles and recheck every 3 000 miles or months Load Inflation Information TIRE LOAD LIMITS LBS AT VARIOUS COLD INFLATION PRESSURES PSI HIGHWAY STEER AND ALL POSITION TREAD DESIGNS USED IN NORMAL HIGHWAY SERVICE Tire Inflation Pressure PSI Size 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 530x12C ST175 80R13 1175 80D13 670 670 140 860 860 953 905 1060 795 795 870 1000 1000 1100 1300 1300 1410 1360 1600 1100 B 1100 B 1200 B 1430 B 1430 B 1520 B 1480 B 1760 B 1190 1190 1300 1530 1530 1660 1610 1880 1270 1270 1400 1640 1640 1790 1720 2020 1360 C 1360 C 1480 C 1760 C 1850 1950 2040 D 1760 C 1850 1950 2040
6. 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 mea surement 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 5 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 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 infor mation on all tires because it is not required by law Letter Rating Speed Rating 99 mph 106 mph 112 mph 118 mph 124 mph 130 mph 149 mph 168 mph 186 mph DO lt E lt ICHO For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph tire manu facturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph tire manufacturers always use the let ters ZR U S DOT Tire Identification Number This be
7. WARNING This User s Manual contains safety information and instructions for your trailer You must read this manual before loading or towing your trailer You must follow all safety precautions and instructions Loss of control of the trailer or trailer tow vehicle combination can result in death or serious injury The most common causes for loss of control of the trailer are Driving too fast for the conditions maximum speed when towing a trailer is 60 m p h Overloading the trailer or loading the trailer unevenly Trailer improperly coupled to the hitch No breaking on trailer Not maintaining proper tire pressure Not keeping lug nuts tight and Not properly maintaining the trailer structure A user s manual that provides general trailer information cannot cover all of the specific details necessary for the proper combination of every trailer tow vehicle and hitch Therefore you must read under PEU T RENI THUS NM RUNI RE tcl he bi Trailer Components Our trailers are built with components produced by various manufac turers Some of these items have separate instruction manuals Where this manual indicates that you should read another manual and you do not have that manual call 1 800 348 7530 for a free copy Haulmark Industries Inc provides you with a 3 year warranty which gives you specific legal rights Please be sure that you read and understand our Warranty Three Year Limited Wa
8. D 1870 C 1820 C 2150 C 2270 2380 2540 D ST185 80R13 S1205 75R14 1205 75D 14 1215 75R14 ST205 75R15 ST225 75R15 Storing your vehicle without removing the tires Ideally a vehi cle in storage should be placed on blocks to remove all weight from the tires If the vehicle cannot be put on blocks follow these steps for tire protection Completely unload the vehicle so the minimum weight will Tire Repair If a tire loses all or most of its air pressure it should be removed from the wheel for a complete inspection for possible internal damage tires that are run even for short distances while flat are often damaged beyond repair Remember these important points on tire repair Most punctures and nail holes in the tread area up to 1 4 can be repaired Only trained personnel using industry approved methods and materials should repair a tire Tires with sidewall punctures or a tread depth of less than 1 16 should be replaced and not repaired be placed on the tires Keep the tires inflated to recommended operating inflation pressure Be sure the storage surface is firm clean well drained and reasonably level Avoid moving the vehicle during extremely cold weather 14 Move the vehicle at least every three months to prevent ozone cracking in the tire bulge area as well as flat spotting from the prolonged strain of sidewall and tread deflection e Adjust inflation to rec
9. 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 e Slow down if you have to go over a pothole or other object in the road e Do not run over curbs or other foreign objects in the roadway and try not to strike the curb when parking Tire Safety Checklist e Check tire pressure regularly at least once a month including the spare e Inspect tires for uneven wear patterns on the tread cracks foreign objects or other signs of wear or trauma e Remove bits of glass and for eign objects wedged in the tread e sure your tire valves have valve caps e Check tire pressure before going on a long trip e Do not overload your vehicle Check the Tire Information and Loading Placard or User s Manual for the maximum recommended load for the vehicle Specifications Axle system 2500 2500 Wheel Size 12 13 Bolt Pattern 5 5 Lug Nut Torque for Steel Wheel Lug Nut Torque for Aluminum Wheel All Wheels are Trailer Rated 12000 14000 Wheel Size 16 16 Bolt Pattern 8 8 Axle system Lug Nut Torque for Steel Wheel 90 120 90 1207 Lug Nut Torque for Aluminum Wheel All Wheels are Trailer Rated 90 120 n a Depending on Model Transport V track Snow Tow Wheel Bearings Proper maintenance and inspection of wh
10. 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 FinsT Basic TIRE IVIAINTENANCE Properly maintained tires improve the steering stopping traction and important Information _ 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 pres sure 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 informa tion on tires and load limits These labels indicate the vehicle manufac turer s information including e Recommended tire size e Recommended tire inflation pressure e Vehicle capacity weight VCW the maximum occu pant and cargo weight a vehicle is designed to carry e 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 o
11. trailer maintenance call your dealer or Haulmark Every Every mi Check How Trip ipid Tire Pressure Inflate to Pressure Indicated on Tire Wheel Lugs Nuts Tighten to Proper Torque amp Bolts Specifications Coupler Ball or Check for Unusual Wear Sufficient 5th Wheel amp Pin Lube and Lock Mechanism Safety Chains amp Check for Unusual Wear on Chain Hitch Ball Links and Hitch Ball Check Safety Pin for Coupler Proper Fastening Check General Operation and Proper Adjustment Breakaway Check Charge Light by Pulling Battery Switch Pin Doors Windows Close and Lock all Doors Windows amp Vents and Vents before Travel Welds Check Welds for Cracking or Separations Hinges Check for Proper Operation Lubricate with Light Oil D ring Tie Downs Check for Fractures Loose E Track Anchor System Check for Proper Operation and Replace Burned Bulbs Load Distribution Check and Secure Load Distribution Check first trip and after 10 25 50 miles Then check after every 3 000 miles or 3 months Please refer to corresponding manufacturer s owner s Manual 35 Every 6000 mi or 6 mo t Trail Mai Roof Inspect your roof at least once a year If there is any loose material clean and follow with a roof coating This coating is avail able through a recreational vehicle dealer If you have any questions about your roof contact Haulmark Frame Normal road use will eventually chip away at the
12. 24 important Information a e 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 vehicle Gauges can be purchased at tire dealerships auto supply stores and other retail outlets The recommended tire inflation pressure that vehicle manufactur ers 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 pres sure in warm tires 1 5 4 STEPS FOR MAINTAINING PROPER TIRE PRESSURE e Step 1 Locate the recommended tire pressure on the vehicle s tire information placard certification label or in the owner s manual e Step 2 Record the tire pressure of all tires e 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 25 e 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
13. CARGO WEIGHT t AUS WEIGHT OF EMPTY OVERLOAD HAZARD OF DEATH DUE TO LOSS OF CONTE X HD GROSS Ve 1 E WEIGHT RATING TRALER Warning Overload Hazard Label Figure 1 2 GLOSSARY OF TIRE TERMINOLOGY Accessory weight The combined weight of additional installed equipment 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 substan tially less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Carcass The tire structure except tread and sidewall rubber which when inflat ed 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 Curb weight The
14. ERY PER ENCLOSED INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT EXCEED 1 2 AMPS MAXIMUM CHARGE INLINE CHARGER IS AVAILABLE THROUGH HAULMARK Located on battery box Located above fuel filler door cap on trail ers with tank for diesel fuel Each Trip Disconnect electrical plug Pull breakaway pin Bright light battery o k No light charge battery Try to pull forward brakes should be on maximum charge 1 2 amps DIESEL FUEL ONLY Located above fuel filler door cap on trailers Located on marine battery with tank for gasoline BATTERY HOOKUP POSITIVE TO BLACK WIRE G A S O L _ NEGATIVE TO WHITE WIRE O LY Located on breakaway switch Located over side door SAFETY BREAK AWAY SWITCH WILL NOT OPERATE unless connected to a power source equivalent to or greater than an auto motive type 12 volt 12 amp hour wet cell battery LD 310 Vai Located at LP tank on trailers with LP systems THIS GAS PIPING SYSTEM IS DESIGNED FOR USE OF LIQUIFIED PETROLEUM GAS ONLY DO NOT CONNECT NATURAL GAS TO THIS SYSTEM DO NOT FILL CONTAINER S TO MORE THANSO PERCENT OF CAPACITY Securely cap inlet s when not connected for use After turning on gas except after normal container replacement test gas piping and connections to appliances for leakage with soapy water or bubble solution Do not use products that contain ammonia or chlorine WARNING ALLPILOT LIGHTS amp APPLIANCES SHALL BE TURNED OFF DURING REFUELING OF MOTOR
15. F 42 43 SERVICE PERFORMED MILES 44 Contact Information _ Customer Service Help Line 1 866 393 6053 Phone Haulmark Industries Inc corporate offices Box 281 14054 C R 4 Bristol IN 46507 1 800 348 7530 Phone 574 825 5867 Fax 574 825 9816 Haulmark Industries Inc of Pennsylvania P O Box 8 Kline Road McAdoo PA 18237 1 800 800 1664 Phone 717 929 3761 Fax 717 929 2141 Haulmark Industries Inc of Georgia P O Box 160 122 Glen Bass Rd Fitzgerald GA 31750 1 800 270 8421 Phone 229 423 2202 Fax 229 423 2330 1 574 825 5732 Fax Haulmark Industries Inc Special Products P O Box 281 19224 C R 8 Bristol IN 46507 1 800 645 2374 Phone 574 848 4448 Fax 574 848 4074 Haulmark Industries Inc of Utah 1650 North and 1350 West Springville UT 84663 1 800 828 4285 Phone 801 377 8503 Fax 801 491 7033 Haulmark Industries Inc of Arizona 8320 N EI Mirage Rd El Mirage AZ 85335 1 877 335 4620 Phone 623 535 7700 Fax 623 535 7702 Look for us on the Internet at www haulmark com Our e mail address is sales 9haulmark com FOR THE NAME OF THE NEAREST SERVICING DEALER OR MANUFACTURING FACILITY CALL 1 800 348 7530 45 45 Since 1977 Haulmark has grown because of you the customer From a small manufacturing facility in Bristol IN we have grown to six manufacturing sites to serve you better In this business not everyone ca
16. FUEL TANKS Mounted on round top caps THIS CAP MANUFACTURE IS PROTECTED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING PATENTS U S PATENT NO DES296 312 DES290 106 CANADIAN PATENT NO 58340 56596 HAULMARK INDUSTRIES RD1987 Located above stove WARNING IT IS NOT SAFE TO USE COOKING Located next to tongue tag at front side Do not operate this trailer unless you have read and understand the safety information in the owner s manual Failure to properly operate and maintain the towing vehicle and trailer can result in injury NOTICE CHECK WHEEL LUGS 1 On first trip tighten wheel lugs al start and every 50 miles for first 200 miles Tighlen to rnanufacturer s specitications 2 Thereafter check wheel lugs before each trip 3 Fallowing winter storage check before beginning a trip 4 Following excessive braking inspect wheel lugs LD 101 APPLIANCES FOR COMFORT HEATING Cooking Appliances need fresh air for safe operation BEFORE OPERATION 1 Open overhead vent or turn on exhaust fan and 2 Open window Located above stove LD 101 IF YOU SMELL GAS Extinguish any open flames pilot lights and all smoking materials Do not touch electrical switches Shut off the gas supply at the container valve s or gas supply connection Open doors and other ventilating openings Leave the area until odor clears Have the gas system checked and leakage source corrected
17. Huck bolts are not user serviceable If you detect a loose huck bolt fastener do not tow the trailer Call your dealer for instructions Electrical System Wiring Your tow vehicle must have the correct plug at the rear and must be connected to the correct tow vehicle circuits for the vehicle to correctly tow the trailer Trailers not equipped with brakes will have a 4 way flat plug and all other trailers will have a larger 7 way round plug Recept GROUND WHITE 1 GROUND BLUE 2 BRAKES GREEN RUNNING LIGHTS BLACK 4 HOTLINE RED 5 LEFT TURN SIG BROWN 6 RIGHT TURN SIG YELLOW 7 AUXILLARY RUNNING LIGHTS 2 I H I Y LEFT TURN 4 WAY PLUG YELLOW 7 WAY PLUG for tow vehicle It is very important that you have a ground wire running from the plug to the frame of your tow vehicle Hitches safety chains and couplers are not adequate grounds for your trailer If an auxiliary battery is added to your trailer there must be a fuse installed between the battery and the trailer If you have any questions regarding the wiring of either your tow vehicle or your trailer contact either your dealer or Haulmark 38 Proper loading of your haulmark trailer is imperative Uneven loading and insufficient hitch weight of your trailer can cause your trailer to be unstable and result in serious bodily injury Be sure to follow these instructions when loading your trailer Be sure to check the towi
18. ITIVE SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR FOR LOSS OF REVENUE PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE MAINTENANCE USE OR FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF WARRANTOR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES THIS DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY SHALL NOT BE AFFECTED EVEN IF ANY REMEDY PROVIDED FOR HEREIN FAILS ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES WARRANTOR MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OTHER THAN AS SPECIFICALLY SET OUT IN THIS WARRANTY EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH HEREIN THE PRODUCT IS SOLD AS IS AND THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE COMPLIANCE WITH DESCRIPTION AND NON INFRINGEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH ANY SALE THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT RESULTING FROM CAUSES OTHER THAN PRODUCT DEFECTS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPROPER MAINTENANCE OR USE OR ANY OTHER SUCH CAUSE If any provision of this Warranty is held to be illegal or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction the remaining provisions shall remain effective Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or the limitation of incidental or consequential damages for cer tain products supplied to consumers or the limitation of liability for personal injury so the limitations and exclusions above may be limited in their applicat
19. Operator User s Manual Haulmark GS Bv UNIVERSAL TRAILER THE BEST NAME BEHIND YOU FOR THE LONG HAUL wwuw hautltlmark com For Your Records v 9 9 Thank you for choosing Haulmark for your enclosed trailer needs Now is a good time to complete the form below concerning your new trailer This information will be needed when calling Haulmark or your Haulmark dealer for warranty problems service repair or parts Purchase Date Model Number Serial Number Dealer Name Address City State Phone Haulmark Industries Inc 14054 CR 4 Bristol IN 46507 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 Haulmark 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 any individual problems between you your dealer or Haulmark Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Body Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 366 0123 in Washington DC area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 7th Street SW NSA 11 Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline
20. Your trailer will be equipped with one of the hitches shown above Be sure that the king pin or ball coupler on tow vehicle is rated for at least as much weight as the GVWR on your trailer The adjust able height king pin requires an S A E 2 bth wheel hitch and the adjustable height ball coupler hitch requires a 2 5 16 hitch ball Some special order goosenecks are equipped with a 3 gooseneck ball Always check your goose neck ball or fifth wheel for cracks or wear before towing Hitch Balls Hitch balls ina variety of diameters and capaci ties the GVWR is always stamped on the ball Depending on the GVWR your trailer is equipped with either a 2 or 2 5 16 ball Be sure that the ball matches or exceeds the GVWR of your trailer and the diameter of the ball matches the coupler on the trailer Never tow your trailer with an improper size ball 42 railing locked in down posi tion Walk on Roof Platform If you have a trailer with a walk on roof platform you must make sure that the safety locks are securely in place while in use and when it is not in use Please refer to the pictures at right to see the proper locked positions 42 railing locked in up position 34 Routine maintenance must be performed on your trailer to ensure its safe and economical use On the following pages you will find some simple steps that you may find useful If you have any questions regarding
21. and pressure 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 placard on the vehicle 4 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 5 Locate the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of the trailer on your trailer s VIN Certification label 6 Subtract the empty weight of your trailer from the GVWR stated on the VIN label That weight is the maximum avail able cargo capacity of the trailer and may not be safely exceeded STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT LOAD Limit TOW VEHICLE 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants 18 important Information _ _ 19 and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the stated cargo and luggage capacity NOTE A third party outside of Haulmark s control may have altered your vehicle and changed your cargo capacity Before every trip weigh your loaded vehicle to ensure that you never exceed the listed GVWR of your vehicle See Figure 1 2 MAXIMUM LOADED TRAILER EQUA MAXIMUM
22. before using again Located on all trailers with ladder racks and all Edge trailers NOT A STEP Located above doors with low openings LOW CLEARANCE 10 W Located near all ramp doors A DANGER Heavy Door Located on or near generator A WARNING Gas tank must be outside of trailer when generator is in use Stand Clear Located near awning door Located on all ramp doors TIN A WARNING Safety device must be engaged Stand clear of cables while loading when awning is up amp unloading Failure to comply can HA2095 AP result in injury Located on or near slideout generator A WA R N G Located above water inlet on exterior for trailers with city water connections CITY WATER CONNECTION WARNING POTABLE WATER ONLY SANITIZE FLUSH AND DRAIN BEFORE USING SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL LD 101 Slideout generator must be outside of trailer when in use CAP MUST BE SECURELY IN PLACE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION LD 101 Located on roadside exterior WASTE WATER HOLDING TANK Located next to smoke detector WARNING Test Smoke Detector operation after vehicle has been in storage before each trip and at least once per week during use LD 101 Located on roadside exterior SEWER OUTLET WARNING DO NOT STORE COM BUSTIBLE MATERIAL IN THIS AREA oo CONNECTION 11 Located on luggage rack Located on roof rack Luggage rack only
23. ct 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 infla tion pressure maximum inflation pressure recommended inflation pres sure 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 e ire labeling including a description and explanation of each marking on the tires and information about the DOT Tire Identification Number TIN e Recommended tire inflation pressure including a description and explanation of Cold inflation pressure Vehicle Placard and location on the vehicle Adverse safety consequences of under inflation including tire failure D Measuring and adjusting air pressure for proper inflation Tire Care including maintenance and safety practices e 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 Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capabilities C Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping on tires OU Section 1 5 contains Safety First Basic Tire Maintenance Section 1 6 contains Tire Safety Tips 16 im
24. cured and locked to Tires and wheels are checked hitch The trailer brakes re checked The safety chains are secured to the The breakaway switch is connected to the tow vehicle and tow vehicle The trailer jack s are fully retracted The load is secured to the trailer and The trailer lights are connected and checked Never crawl underneath your trailer when coupling or changing a tire You risk severe injury or death Be sure that breakaway device is connected and working before use warranty provisions Brakes on Breakaway Battery Before each new trailers may tend to pull or trip be sure to check and test pulsate Don t worry this is nor the battery and break for proper mal To alleviate the situation pull charge and operation Disconnect your trailer a short distance with the electrical plug and pull break the brakes slightly engaged away pin Light will indicate charge of battery Maximum Tire Pressure The proper air charge for the battery should not pressure for your tires is printed exceed 1 2 AMPS Breakaway on the tire Air pressure should cable must be connected to the be checked while tires are cold tow vehicle NOT to any part of Be sure that you do not raise or the hitch or chains lower pressure to meet your load Excessive wear and tire failure will Safety Chains Be sure to always result if recommended pressure is cross your safety chains when not met hooking to your trailer Cross
25. d 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 weigh ing methods needed to capture the various weights related to the trail er This would include the weight empty or unloaded weights per axle wheel hitch or king pin and total weight Excessive loads and or underinfla tion 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
26. e given if replacement or repair is not possible All defective Products shall be delivered to the selling Dealer or brought to the factory if prior written approval is obtained from the Warrantor Warrantor may as its option select anoth er qualified location for the repair to be completed Warrantor will not be obligated in any way to pay for any repairs made without specific prior approval All costs incurred in shipping or delivering the Products for Warranty service shall be borne by the Purchaser The repair facility will remedy all defects within a reasonable time not to exceed 60 sixty days after delivery by Purchaser PURCHASER S OBLIGATIONS HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Purchaser must notify its his her selling Dealer of any defects in material or work manship within the Warranty Period It is the selling Dealer s responsibility to notify the Warrantor of any warrantable issues and to request authorization and replace ment warranty parts Purchaser is required to complete and return to Warrantor the attached warranty registration card within 15 fifteen days of product purchase to obtain Warranty service Purchaser is responsible for all costs towing and transpor tation charges incurred to obtain Warranty service LIMITATION OF LIABILITY WARRANTOR EXCLUDES LIABILITY WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT OR TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE FOR ANY DAMAGES TO PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PARTY OTHER THAN AS DESCRIBED IN THIS WARRANTY OR ANY PUN
27. eel bearings Is very impor tant in the care of your trailer Wheel lug nuts should be tight ened with a torque wrench and checked every 10 25 and 50 miles Recheck them every 3 000 miles or 3 months thereafter Please refer to the chart above for the proper torque of your trailer You must also check the lube and tight ness of bearings This should be done on the first trip and then every 12 000 miles or 12 months Refer to the Dexter Axle owner s manual for complete instructions Balancing is recommended 29807 70007 70007 100007 15 14 15 15 5 5 5 6 90 1207 90 1207 90 1207 90 1207 90 1207 90 1207 90 1207 90 1207 150007 210007 240007 15 16 17 5 6 8 8 190 210 190 210 Wheels Check wheels for shape retention If wheel is not round this may be due to the lug nuts being loose or too tight Be careful to avoid chuck holes curbs and other hazards tn the road Periodically checking your tires can help you avoid problems Replace any wheel that is bent Brakes Haulmark trailers are equipped with several types of brake options Repair and service information for each available type of brake can be found in the Dexter Service Manual Please follow all Dexter instructions con cerning brakes to be eligible for 30 A WARNING An improperly coupled trailer can result in death or serious injury Do not move the trailer until Don w the trailer on the ntil he coupler is se
28. esting and may be any rim listed 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 circumfer entially 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 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 nor mal occupant weight distributed in accordance with Table of CRF 49 571 110 and dividing by 2 22 important Information A Weather side The surface area of the rim not cov ered 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 sepa rably to the non pneumatic tire and provides the connect
29. f 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 num ber 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 informa tion placard expressed in kilopascals kpa which is the metric measure used internationally Manufacturers of passenger vehicles and light trucks determine this num ber 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 manufactur ers list the maximum permissible inflation pressure on the tire side wall 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 vehi cle s tire pressure at least once a month for the following reasons e Most tires may naturally lose air over time e Tires can lose air suddenly if you drive over a pothole or other object or if you strike the curb when parking
30. factory protected underside of your trailer frame Check the underside of your frame at least once a year and repair any chips with an automotive undercoating or matching paint This protection can help prevent rust and deterioration of the trailer Floor To protect your floor promote long life and make cleaning easier Haulmark recommends painting the floor with an oil based enamel This added protection will help with cleaning up spills and routine cleaning Exterior Skin Your trailer should be treated with the same care as your car To clean use a mild soap and protect with an automotive type wax Steel Edges EXPOSED STEEL EDGES MAY BE SHARP TO TOUCH Take extra precautions when touching exposed steel edges When cut steel edges sometimes have burrs which can cause injury Use a file to get rid of burrs or cut them off with a wire cutter Aluminum Rims Your aluminum rims are clear coated so they may protect the finish and give you ease in cleaning Be sure to use a gentle cleaning agent for your rims Never use any cleaner which contains a lye or is acid based These cleaners will damage the finish of your rims Screws If you should need to replace exterior screws use a 2 square drive bit These can be found at any hardware store Welds We recommend that you check all welds every 6 months or 6 000 miles for cracks or fractures Also check steel surfaces for crack ing If you detect any cracking or frac
31. gins 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 repre important Information _ sent 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 in the tire which include steel nylon polyester and others Maximum Load Rating This number indicates the maxi mum 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 UTOGS Information Treadwear Number This number indicates the tire s wear rate The higher the tread wear 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 abil ity to stop on wet pavemen
32. ing your safety chains will make stop Check lights and brakes before every trip 31 A WARNING Proper selection and condition of the coupler and hitch are essential to safely towing your trailer A loss of coupling may result in death or serious injury Be sure the hitch load rating is equal to or greater than the load rating of the coupler Be sure the hitch size matches the coupler size Observe the hitch for wear corrosion and cracks before cou pling Replace worn corroded or cracked hitch components before coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle Be sure the hitch components are tight before coupling the trail er to th tow vehicle Safety chains must be crossed while you are towing the trailer Inspect for wear or damage ping your trailer easier if the trailer hitch is dragging on the ground Crossing your safety chains is required by law Chains which are too long should be shortened and chains which have been stressed should be replaced Hitch is shown in gt the open position for coupling only The safety pin must always be used on a coupler hitch when tow ing 25000 Hitch Safety Pin must be in the closed position when towing Stabilizer Jacks Always remem ber to block tires before using stabilizer jacks Not blocking tires may result in the failure of your stabilizer jacks property damage and personal injury 32 A WARNING re for New Hitches
33. ion When the implied warranties cannot be excluded in their entirety they will be limited to the duration of the written express warranty DESIGN CHANGES Warrantor reserves the right to change the design of its Products from time to time without notice and with no obligation to make corresponding changes in its Products previously manufactured LEGAL REMEDIES OF PURCHASER THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE No action to enforce this Warranty shall be commenced later than six 6 months after the discovery of any defect or after expiration of the Warranty Period About Your Manual OO Although your Haulmark trailer was built to be the best name behind you for the long haul there are several maintenance steps you must take to ensure that your trailer looks and pulls as well as the day you brought it home This manual outlines the basic components of your trailer as well as provides you with guidelines to follow for proper maintenance Simple instructions are given for the care of electrical systems brakes wheels bearings and hitches If you have any questions about your trailer con tact either your dealer or Haulmark Please keep this booklet in your tow vehicle and refer to it often _ CC Gontents Warnings Instructions First Trip Checklist Tire Specifications and Care Tire Safety Info How to Check Your Trailer Routine Maintena
34. ion between tire and the vehicle Wheel holding fixture The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing 1 4 TIRE SAFETY EVERYTHING RIDES On IT The National Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA has pub lished 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 avoid ing road hazards and inspecting tires for cuts slashes and other irregularities are the most impor tant 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 e Improve vehicle handling e Help protect you and others from avoidable breakdowns and accidents Improve fuel economy e Increase the life of your tires This booklet presents a compre hensive overview of tire safety including information on the fol lowing topics e Basic tire maintenance Uniform Tire Quality Grading System e Fundamental characteristics of tires ire safety tips Use
35. liding espe cially 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 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 bal ance 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 adjust ments require special equipment and should be performed by a qualified technician permissable inftation pressura 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 punc
36. n do that The next time you find yourself by one of our locations we invite you to stop in and say hello Our door is always open to you Haulmark Special Products Haulmark Industries Inc Bristol IN Bristol IN UN o Haulmark Industries of Arizona Inc Haulmark of Pennsylvania Corp El Mirage AZ McAdoo PA Haulmark of Georgia Inc Haulmark Industries Inc of Utah Fitzgerald GA Springville UT Haulmark COITI BY UNIVERSAL TRAILER The best name behind you for the long haul 2006 Haulmark Industries Inc All of the information printed was based on the latest product information available at the time of production Haulmark reserves the right to make changes at any time in prices colors materials equipment specifications and models and to discontinue models with out notice or obligation Measurements are approximate and are subject to change Photos may show optional equipment which is not a standard item on a particular unit 01 06 Please see your dealer for complete details
37. nce Checklist General Trailer Maintenance Electrical Information Loading Information Warnings Maintenance Record Contact Information Check your Haulmark trailer for the warning and instruction labels on the following pages Many of those listed are mandated by the U S government and others will help you in the safe operation of your trailer The following information is provided in the event that any of the labels are missing Federal I D plate mounted on side wall of trailer MANUFACTURED BY FABRIQUE PAR DATE Haulmark Ind Inc P O Box 281 Bristol IN 46507 0281 219 825 5867 GVWR PNBY KG LB 6 GAWRIPNBE TIRESIPNEU RIMSIJANTE COLD INFL PRESS PRESS DE A FROID FRONT K KPA SINGLE DUAL AVANT INTERM Kg KPA SINGLE DUAL INTERM T uL O ARRIERE i8 mur THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U S FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARDS PRESCRIBED UNDER THE CANADIAN MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY REGULATIONS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE CE VEHICULE EST CONFORME A TOUTES LES NORMES QUI LUI SONT APPLICABLES EN VERTU DU REGLEMENT SUR LA SECURITE DES VEHICULES AUTOMOBILES DU CANADA EN VIGUEUR LA DATE DE SA FABRICATION VULT TYPETYPE TRAILER HA2099 Located on tongue of trailer BRISTOL IN SPRINGVILLE UT H MCADOO PA QUITTIQF Ko ca WACO TX MODEL
38. neumatic tire A mechanical device which trans mits 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 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 rub ber chemicals fabric and steel or other materials that when mount ed on an automotive wheel pro vides 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 includi
39. ng capacity of of your tow vehicle before tow ing your trailer Light weight cargo trailers are not designed to be pulled by trucks larger than a 1 ton capacity Axle Center Line 30 OF CARGO WEIGHT 70 OF WARNING Damaged or loose D rings can break allowing cargo to become loose inside the trailer Loose cargo can shift the center of gravity and result in loss of control of the trailer Inspect D rings and test them for looseness before loading cargo Do not use a damaged or loose D ring to secure cargo Axle Center Line 60 OF 40 OF CARGO CARGO WEIGHT WEIGHT Improper use of weight distributing hitch can cause damage to your trailer Read all hitch instructions before use You must secure your cargo so that it does not shift while the trailer is being towed 39 WARNING Do not transport people inside the trailer even if it has living quarters The transport of people puts their lives at risk and may be illegal WARNING Do not transport flammable explosive poisonous or other dangerous materials in your trailer Exceptions Fuel in the tanks of vehicles that are being towed Fuel stored in proper containers used in trailer living quarters for cooking Fuel stored in the tank of an on board generator Generator If your trailer is equipped with a gasoline or diesel generator you must have and follow the generator manufacturer s instructi
40. ng 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 Recommended inflation pressure This is the inflation pressure pro vided by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire Information label and on the Certification VIN tag important Information A Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pres sures than the corresponding stan dard 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 manu facturer 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 pro tective bands Sidewall That portion of a tire between the tread and bead Sidewall separation The parting of the rubber com pound 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 t
41. not for HUMAN occupancy Racks must be folded down and pinned before trave Located on all roof and luggage racks Located on roof rack LOAD CAPACITY A CAUTION 1 000 L BS Racks MUST be up and ALL pins must be in place Do NOT lean on or crawl over rack onto roof Located on electrical box cover of trailers with electrical connections Located on interior sidewall of trailer This Panelboard shall be connected by a Feeder Electrical Inspected By Assembly having Overcurrent Protection rates at not more than Amperes Located on swing out lamp arm Located inside closet door WARNING Any motorized vehicle or any motorized equipment powered with flammable liquid ran cause fire ar explosian or asphyxiation if stored ar transported within the recreational vehicle To reduce the risk of fire explosion or asphyxiation 1 Do not allow passengers to ride inside internal combustion engine vehicle storage area while vehicles are present 2 Doors and windows in walls of separation are ta be closed while the vehicles are present 3 Run fuel out of engine after shutting off fuel at the tank 4 Do not store ar transport supplementary motor fuel within this vehicle 5 Ventilate the interior of the vehicle to reduce the risk ai fire explosion or asphyxiation 6 Do not operate gas appliances pilot lights or electrical equipment when motorized vehicles or motorized equipment are inside vehicle 12
42. ommended operating pressure before putting the vehicle back into service Tire Inflation Proper tire inflation is key for tire care Since individual tire loads will vary follow the recommended inflation pressure for each tire in your owner s manual It is recommended that your fully loaded vehicle with any tow vehicles attached be weighed to determine the tire loading at each wheel position Inflation pres sure should be adjusted to handle the maximum tire load and all tires on the axle should carry the same inflation pressure Tire pres sure should be checked cold or before driving each day and at least once a month Valves and caps should be free of dirt and moisture It may be necessary to inflate your tires at a truck stop service center in order to find adequate air pressure for your coach s needs How overloading affects your tires Remember tire pressure enables your trailer to support loads Overloading tires carries serious consequences for passengers and your trailer Excessive loads or under inflation can cause abnor mal tire flexing leading to exces sive amount of heat and tire fail ure or other systems problems If your tires cannot handle the load lighten the weight or install tires with a higher carrying capacity according to manufacturer s specs This portion of the User s Manual contains tire safety information as required by 49 CFR 575 6 Section 1 1 contains Steps for Determining Corre
43. ons You must also have one or more carbon monoxide detectors in the trailer s accommodation spaces Carbon Monoxide is an odorless gas that can cause death Be certain exhaust from a running generator does not accumulate in or around your trailer by situations such as e Being drawn in by fans or ventilators operated in a trailer e Prevailing wind e Being trapped between your trailer and other trailers vehicles or buildings Being trapped between your trailer and in a snow bank or other nearby objects WARNING Accumulation of hazardous fumes can cause death or serious injury Do not block access to ventilation ports WARNING Operating gasoline and diesel generators can lead to death or serious injury by Carbon monoxide Fire and Explosion e Electrocution Have a working carbon monoxide detector in the accommodation spaces before oper ating a generator Do not refuel a running generator or refuel near ignition sources WARNING Shore power poses risk of death due to electrocution or fire Always use an electrical cord specifically designed for shore power connection Never use an ordinary extension cord Always connect the electrical cord to a grounded source of shore power Do not remove the third prong from the shore power plug Connect only to source of proper voltage Make certain polarity is correct Do not overload electrical circuits Always replace fuses or circuit b
44. portant Information A 1 1 STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT LoAD TRAILER Determining the load limits of a trailer includes more than under standing 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 VIN 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 pro vided 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 pro vides 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 consid ered The weight of fully filled pro pane containers is considered part of the weight of the trailer before it is loaded with cargo and is not considere
45. reakers with correct rating DANGER You can die or be brain damaged by Carbon Monoxide Make certain the exhaust from LP appliances is directed to the outdoors Have a working carbon monoxide detector in the accommodation spaces of your traile before operating any LP gas appliance Do not operate portable grills or stoves inside inside the trailer WARNING Risk of fire or explosion Never use a flame heat lamp or hair dryer to thaw an LP gas regulator Use an incandescent light bulb Do not remove the regulator cover of attempt to service the LP gas regulator 41 WARNING Risk of fire or explosion If LP gas is detected by smell or by the LP gas detector Do not touch electrical switches Extinguish flames and pilot lights Open doors for ventilation Shut off LP gas supply at the LP tank Leave the area until odor clears Correct the source of LP gas leakage before using LP appliances Do not use a flame to locate the source of an LP gas leak WARNING Risk of death due to fire or explosion Only connect an LP gas system to supply of LP gas NOT natural gas Do not store LP gas tanks inside the trailer Only fill an LP gas tank 80 full Only fill the tank with LP gas butane or propane Overfilled tanks can release gas and cause an explosion NOTICE Use butane only when the temperature is above freezing 32 degrees F Propane gas will operate at temperatures as low as minus 44 degrees Fahrenheit 44
46. rranty Haulmark Industries Inc Box 281 Bristol IN 46507 Warrantor warrants to the ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER PURCHASER for a period of THREE 3 YEARS from the date of purchase by PURCHASER WARRANTY PERIOD that its TRAILER the PRODUCT shall be free of DEFECTS in materials and workmanship attributable to Warrantor WARRANTY Excluded from this three year Warranty are electrical plumbing windows doors seals sealant exterior metal fenders undercoating and fiberglass parts which are warranted for a ONE 1 YEAR period from the date of purchase by the original Purchaser THINGS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY Warrantor is not responsible for claims relating to the following 1 Product rental 2 defacing scratches dents chips tears and defacing on any surface not caused by Warrantor 3 routine maintenance 4 damage from unauthorized repairs abuse misuse or neglect including damage from heavy snow accumulation 5 damage caused from improper hitch ball or tow vehicle hook up 6 damage to the contents of any Product regardless of cause 7 damages caused by loose or improperly torqued lug nuts Warrantor reserves the right for final determination whether or not the Product has been abused or misused by the Purchaser WARRANTOR S OBLIGATION Warrantor may elect to remedy all defects in materials and workmanship by repair replacement or refund These are the only remedies available to Purchaser A refund may b
47. t 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 C Temperature Letter This letter indicates a tire s resis tance 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 Additional Information on Light Truck Tires Please refer to the following diagram Load Maximun load range amp inflation used as a dua Severe snow Light conditions EY Maximum load amp inflation when used as single 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 28 Important information _ 29 ST An ST is an indication the tire is for trailer use only Max Load Dual kg Ibs 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 Ibs at kPa psi Cold This information indicates the max imum
48. tures contact your dealer or Haulmark immediately Brakes Your trailer brakes must be inspected and serviced at yearly intervals or more often as use and performance requires Consult your Dexter Maintenance Service Manual for more information WARNING A spring and cable counterbalance can inflict serious injury if it breaks or if incorrectly adjusted Always stand clear of the door when opening Inspect the cable and cable ends for wear each time the door is operated Do no attempt to service the counterbalance Take the trailer to your dealer for service WARNING Gas springs on vending doors lose their lifting capability with cold weather and can cause the door to fall resulting in injury Always hold the door open until the prop rods are in place Always use prop rods to hold vending or accessory doors open Be prepared to hold the weight of the door when removing the prop rod Ramp Door Ramp door hinges must be lubricated with Lithium grease And the ramp door exten sion must be lubricated periodically Tires Improper tire pressure can result in a blowout and loss of con trol which can lead to death or seri ous injury Be sure tires are inflated to pressure indicated on side wall before towing trailer If a tire has a 37 bald spot bulge cuts is showing any cords or is cracked replace the tire before towing Huck Bolts May be at various loca tions on the sub frame
49. tures 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 manufactur ers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This infor mation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certifica tion and in case of a recall 1 5 9 1 Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires Please refer to the diagram below Fam diameter code Ratio of height to widlh aspect Load index amp a Speed symbol Nominal width af tire in mallimeters LS DOT tire Passenger ideniicaton mumbar at car ine Bevere condition Tire ply H m and malenals used Treadwear traction and temperature grades Max load rating 26 important Information A The indicates the tire is for pas senger 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 han dling on dry pavement R The R stands for radial
50. utward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a partic ular side that must always face out ward when mounted on a vehicle Light truck LT tire A tire designated by its manufac turer as primarily intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipur pose 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 20 important Information _ 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 require ments of this standard Non p
51. weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the max imum capacity of fuel oil and coolant important Information 8 and if so equipped air conditioning 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 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 Innerliner The layer s forming the inside sur face 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 o
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