Four winns FUNSHIP - S-2 TRAILER COMPONENTS

Owner’s Manual Page 124Trailer Information - Section S
S - 4 TRAILERING
A. Checklist
Before trailering, the trailer should be inspected
for the following:
1. Checktiresforproperination.Under-inatedtires
heat up rapidly and may blowout or cause uncon-
trolled swaying. Also, make sure lug nuts are tight.
2. Be sure the coupler is secured to the trailer hitch
and safety chains are attached.
3. Be sure trailer taillights and turning signals are
operational.
4. Check the brakes for proper operation prior to
departure.
5. Check lug nuts for proper tightness.
6. Check tie-downs and make sure boat is secured
to the trailer.
7. Check the springs and under carriage
for loose parts.
8. Before towing, close and secure all hatches,
doors, and windows. Securely store all equipment
and canvas. Installed tops, side curtains, and aft
curtains can be damaged while towing.
9. Carry a spare tire for both the trailer and towing
vehicle. On extended trips, carry spare wheel
bearings, seals, and races. Be sure and carry
the proper tools to complete the repairs.
To avoid bearing failure and possible wheel
loss, keep wheel bearings properly lubricated.
Inspect the wheel bearings periodically and
check for damage.
10. Before trailering, inspect the bearings for wear
a
nd adequate lubrication. When traveling, check
the wheel hubs during stops at gas stations,
restaurants or other places. If the hub feels
abnormally hot, the bearing should be inspected
before continuing the trip.
Remove the safety pin from the latch coupler position
and insert pin fully into the reverse lockout position
hole. See Figure S-15. Reverse lockout option must
only be used when moving in reverse. Immediately
remove pin prior to towing and fully insert into coupler
latch after backing up is completed.
NOTICE
The reverse lockout position hole and actuator
hole may not be in alignment. You may have
to block the trailer’s wheels and pull the trailer
forward enough so the holes are aligned and
the safety pin may be inserted completely into
the reverse lockout position hole.
Figure S15: Reverse Manual Brake Lockout
Never allow the coupler latch safety pin to
remain in the reverse lockout position hole.
After reverse maneuvering, always insert
coupler latch safety pin back into the coupler
latch. Failure to remove safety pin from
reverse lockout position hole will prevent
forward movement braking which can result
in serious property damage, injury or death.
NOTICE
Trailer components may be different between
models and may change during the model
year. Be sure to read all manufacturer’s
literature supplied with your Four Winns
®
trailer.