Lance 1130 - Safety Warning Labels on Your Trailer

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Safety Warning Labels on Your Trailer

ML189 Tongue Weight

ML186 Cargo Capacity

ML175 Tire Placard

ML187 Federal Certification

ML186 Cargo Capacity

ML142 Breakaway Switch

ML102 Wheel Lug Nut

ML116 Potable Water

ML117 80 Percent Fill

ML130 Propane

ML107 110/125V 30 Amp

ML118 If You Smell Propane

ML114 Warning Cooking

ML126 Smoke Detector

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Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
Identification Information7
Limited Warranty9
- Coverage Provided9
- Owner's Obligation9
- Exclusions9
Safety Information11
- Safety Alert Symbols and Signal Words11
Major Hazards13
- Improper Sizing of the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle13
- Driving too Fast13
- Failure to Adjust Driving Behavior When Towing a Trailer13
- Trailer Not Properly Coupled to the Hitch13
- Proper Use of Safety Chains14
- Proper Connection of Breakaway Switch14
- Matching Trailer and Hitch14
- Worn Tires, Loose Wheels and Lug Nuts14
- Improper Loading15
- Unsafe Weight and Load Distribution16
- Shifting Cargo16
- Inoperable Brakes, Lights or Mirrors17
- Hazards from Modifying Your Trailer17
- Hazards from Equipment17
- Generator17
- Shore Power17
- Propane Fuel System18
- Trailer Towing Guide19
- Safe Trailer Towing Guidelines19
- Safety Warning Labels on Your Trailer20
- Reporting Safety Defects21
Welcome23
Customer Relations Information24
- Vehicle Identification25
- Information about this Manual26
- Product Changes26
- Owner's Information Package26
- Dealer Responsibility27
- Planning and Preparation27
- Inspection and Maintenance27
Tire Safety Information29
- Trailer Tire Information29
- Steps for Determining Correct Load Limits of the Trailer29
- Trailers 10,000 Pounds Gvwr or Less30
- Steps for Determining Correct Load Limits of the Tow Vehicle30
- Tire Safety - Everything Rides on It30
- Safety First-Basic Tire Maintenance31
- Finding Your Vehicle's Recommended Tire Pressure and Load Limits31
- Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits31
- Checking Tire Pressure31
- Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure31
- Tire Size32
- Tire Tread32
- Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment32
- Tire Repair32
- Tire Fundamentals32
- Information on Trailer Tires32
- Tire Safety Tips33
- Preventing Tire Damage33
- Tire Safety Checklist33
- Lugnut Torque Sequence35
- Using Torque Wrenches35
- Setting Torque Value on a Dial Indicator Wrench35
- Setting Torque Value on Aadjustable Dial Wrench35
- Check Lugnut Torque before Every Trip35
- Pre-Trip Procedure35
- Wheel Reinstallation Procedure36
- Follow-Up Procedure36
Coupling to the Tow Vehicle37
- Trailer Accessories/Equipment37
- Use an Adequate Tow Vehicle and Hitch37
- Trailer Information37
- Manufacturer37
- Date of Manufacture37
- Gawr38
- Gvwr38
- Psic38
- Vin38
- Vehicle Type38
- Certification Statement38
- Tow Vehicle38
- Overall Carrying and Towing Capacity of Vehicle38
- Towing Hitch38
- Suspension System38
- Heavy Duty Flasher39
- Electrical Connector39
- Heavy Duty Engine Oil Cooling System39
- Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler39
- Fire Extinguisher39
- Emergency Flares and Emergency Triangle Reflectors39
- Coupling and Uncoupling the Trailer39
- Coupling39
- Hitch39
- Safety Chains39
- Couplers40
- Ball Hitch Coupler40
- Weight-Carrying Hitch40
- Weight-Distributing Hitch40
- Before Coupling the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle41
- Prepare the Coupler and Hitch41
- Couple the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle42
- Attaching the Safety Chains42
- Brakes42
- Attach and Test the Breakaway System43
- Connect the Electrical Cable44
- Uncoupling the Trailer44
- Trailer with Fifth Wheel Pin Box and Drop-Leg Jacks44
- Before Coupling the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle45
- Adjust Hitch Height45
- Prepare the Fifth Wheel Coupler45
- Couple the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle45
- Raise the Drop-Leg Jacks45
- Attach and Test the Breakaway System46
- Connect the Electrical Cable46
- Axles47
Trailer and Tow Vehicle49
- Matching Trailer and Tow Vehicle49
- Tires49
- Electrical Connection to Tow Vehicle50
- Weighing Your Unit50
- Weigh the Tow Vehicle50
- Weigh the Trailer50
- Combined Weight of Tow Vehicle and Trailer50
On the Road51
- Loading51
- Storage51
- Preparing for Travel51
- Checking the Trailer before and During each Tow51
- Pre-Trip Checks51
- Post-Trip Clean-Up51
- Safe Driving Rules52
- Campground Regulations52
- Carbon Monoxide Gas52
Loading the Trailer55
- Tongue Weight55
- Loading Cargo56
- Preparing the Trailer for Loading57
- Loading the Garage Area57
Breaking-In a New Trailer59
- Retighten Lug Nuts at First59
- 50 Miles59
- Adjust Brake Shoes at First 200 Miles59
- Synchronizing the Brake System59
- Tire Pressure59
Living with Your Trailer61
- Leveling and Stabilization61
- Leveling Procedures61
- Effects of Prolonged Occupancy62
Fire and Safety65
- Fire Extinguisher65
- Smoke Detector65
- Combination Carbon Monoxide and Propane Leak Detector66
- Operation66
- Visual and Audible Alarm Signals66
- Co Alarm66
- Procedures to Take During Aco Alarm67
- Propane Gas Alarm67
- Procedures to Take During Agas Alarm67
Electrical Systems69
- 12-Volt DC System69
- Battery and Compartment69
- Battery Terminology69
- Battery Information70
- Battery Storage Precautions70
- Battery Charging70
- Systems Monitor Panel71
- Water Pump Control Switch71
- Monitor Panel - Level Indicator Switch(S)71
- Water Heater Ignition Switch71
- Fuses71
- Interior Lighting71
- Park Cable Inlet72
- Roof Mounted Tv Antenna72
- 120-Volt Ac System72
- 120-Volt Power Cord72
- Power Distribution Center73
- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter74
- Gasoline or Propane Powered Generators74
- Loading the Generator75
- Typical Appliance Loads75
- Power Vs. Altitude75
Slide-Out Room System77
- System Operation77
- Normal Operation77
- Manual Override Operation77
- Electrical System Maintenance78
- Mechanical Maintenance78
- System Troubleshooting78
- Electrical Troubleshooting78
- Propane Gas System79
- Btu's79
- Safety Precautions79
- Filling Propane Tank80
- Using Propane System80
- Propane at Low Termperatures81
- Combo Carbon Monoxide and Propane Leak Detector81
- Propane Gas Fuel System81
Propane Gas System Troubleshooting82
Fresh Water System83
- Water Pump83
- Water Tank Fill83
- City Water Connection84
- Water System Drain84
- Sanitizing Fresh Water System84
- Water Filter84
- Shower85
- Exterior Wash Station85
- Water Tank Enclosure85
Waste System87
- Fresh Water Flush Toilet87
- Black Water Holding Tank87
- Dumping the Holding Tanks87
- Holding Tank Care/Maintenance88
- Black Tank Flush88
Equipment89
- Roof89
- Compartment Doors89
- Water Heater Access Door89
- Refrigerator Access Door89
- Vents89
- Roof Vents89
- Fantastic Roof Vent89
- Exterior Lighting90
- Entry Door90
- Windows90
- Awnings90
- Slideout Cover91
- Exterior Wash Station91
- Entry Step91
- Interior Storage91
- Bathroom91
- Toilet91
- Galley91
- Dinette Cushions91
- Dinette Conversion Bench Seating92
- Sofa Conversion92
- Free Standing Furniture92
- Mini-Blinds92
- Folding Divider Door92
- Fold down Bunk92
- Fold down Tent92
Appliances95
- Lighting Propane Appliances95
- Refrigerator95
- Operating Tips95
- Range/Oven95
- Microwave Oven96
- Automatic Ignition Water Heater W/120V Heating Element96
- Forced Air Furnace97
- Roof Mounted Air Conditioner97
- Thermostat98
Inspection, Service and Maintenance99
- Inspection and Service Instructions99
- Trailer Structure99
- Exterior Graphics100
- Sealant Renewal100
- Doors and Windows101
- Air Conditioner101
- Overhead Vents101
- Skylight101
- Slide-Outs101
- Trailer Brakes101
- Initial Inspection101
- Periodic Inspection101
- Electric Brakes101
- Breakaway Switch101
- Tow Vehicle Operated Electric Brakes102
- Magnets for All Electric Brakes102
- Trailer Connection to Tow Vehicle102
- Coupler and Ball102
- Fifth Wheel Kingpin102
- Landing Leg or Jack102
- Lights and Signals102
- Wiring102
- Battery102
- Tires103
- Wheel Rims103
- Wheel Bearings103
- Grease Fitting Lubricated Bearings103
- Lug Nuts103
- Lug Nut Tightening (Torque)103
- Tire Changing105
- Use and Care of the Tent105
- Preventing Mildew105
- Cleaning105
- Sun & Ultraviolet Rays105
- Animals105
- Seam Sealing105
- Condensation106
- Zippers106
- Fabric & Micro Mesh Tears106
- Interior Odor106
- Upholstery and Drapes106
- Wall and Ceiling Panels106
- Floors and Carpeting106
- Wood Product Care107
- Laminate Top Care107
- Power Range Hood107
- Refrigerator107
- Drains107
- Shower Care107
- Sink Care107
- Trailer Inspection and Service Intervals108
Winterization109
- Operating in Freezing Conditions109
- Storage109
- Short-Term Storage109
- Long-Term Storage109
- Storage below Freezing109
- Winterizing Method110
- Water Heater Bypass110
- Reactivating Trailer after Storage111
- Outside Area111
- 12-Volt System111
- Fresh Water System111
- Propane System111
- General111
- Maintenance111
- Typical Bulbs and Fuses111
Hitch Systems112
Schematics113
- Seven Pin Tailer Electrical Conectors114
- Volt System115
- Volt Exterior Circuits116
- Volt Interior Circuits Wiring117
- Slideout Circuit Wiring118
- Monitor Panel Wiring119
- CD Player Speaker Wiring120
- Rvp Coleman Thermostat Wiring121
- Tv Antenna Wiring122
- Portable Sat - Tv Antenna Wiring123
- Volt System124
- Volt Circuits Wiring125
- Water Heater Dsi/120V Wiring126
- Typical Drain Plumbing System127
- Typical Fresh Water System128
- Typical Propane System129
Suppliers Service Phone and Internet Listing130

Lance 1130 - Safety Warning Labels on Your Trailer

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