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Loadrite Elite Series - User Manual

Loadrite Elite Series
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LOAD RITE Trailers, Inc.
265 Lincoln Highway
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
215-949-0500
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Summary

CONGRATULATIONS!

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ

Reporting Safety Defects

Information on reporting vehicle defects to NHTSA and Load Rite.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

I. CAPACITY

GVWR and carrying capacity explained.

II. TRAILER COUPLINGS AND BALLS CRITICAL ITEM!

Information on trailer couplings and ball compatibility.

III. SAFETY CHAINS AND CABLES

Proper attachment of safety chains and cables.

IV. WIRE COLOR CODE AND LIGHTS

Explanation of trailer wire color codes and light functions.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

V. WINCH

Information on winch maintenance and usage.

VI. SECURING THE CARGO FOR TRAILERING

Proper methods for securing cargo on the trailer.

VII. ALL BOLTS, NUTS, AND FASTENERS

Regular checks for loose hardware and torque specs.

VIII. BEARINGS AND HUBS

Procedures for checking and maintaining wheel bearings and hubs.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

IX. TIRES

Information on tire size, capacity, and pressure.

X. BRAKES AND ACTUATOR

Details on brake system requirements and maintenance.

XI. FINISH

Instructions for trailer finish care, especially after saltwater exposure.

TRAILER ADJUSTMENTS (Adjustable units only)

I. THE WINCH STAND ASSEMBLY

Adjusting winch stand height and boat position.

II. TONGUE WEIGHT CRITICAL ITEM!

How to determine and adjust trailer tongue weight.

III. ROLLER POSITIONING

Adjusting roller positions for optimal boat fit on roller trailers.

TRAILER ADJUSTMENTS (Adjustable units only)

AB & AC (Aluminum Bunk) Trailer Set-Up

Step-by-step setup for aluminum bunk trailers.

OPERATING INFORMATION AND PRE-TRIP CHECKLIST

I. TOWING VEHICLE INFORMATION

Determining proper towing vehicle capacity.

II. LAUNCHING YOUR BOAT

Procedures for safely launching a boat.

III. LOADING AT THE RAMP

Steps for loading a boat onto the trailer.

IV. LOADING MISALIGNMENT

Common causes and solutions for boat loading misalignment.

BRAKE TROUBLESHOOTING

A. Excessive travel in actuator mechanism

Causes and solutions for excessive brake actuator travel.

B. Pressure build-up in hydraulic system

Issues related to hydraulic system pressure build-up.

C. Brake noise

Diagnosing and resolving brake noise issues.

D. Brakes lock in reverse

Troubleshooting brakes locking in reverse.

PROPERLY ATTACHING YOUR TRAILER TO THE TOW VEHICLE

Mechanical attachment of your trailer to the tow vehicle

Details on mechanical connection to the tow vehicle.

Attaching the trailer electrical system to the tow vehicle

5 Pin - 6 Wire Trailer Harness

Information on the 5-pin, 6-wire trailer harness.

5 Pin Trailer to 4 Pin

Connecting a 5-pin trailer harness to a 4-pin vehicle.

OPERATING YOUR TRAILER EQUIPPED WITH DISC BRAKES

CHECK FLUID LEVEL

Checking and topping off brake fluid level.

Actuator - Emergency Backup Engaged

Description of the emergency backup actuator engagement.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE

Safety note regarding trailer movement and solenoid system.

MAINTAINING YOUR TRAILER EQUIPPED WITH DISC BRAKES

Annual Hub and Disc Brake Maintenance Overview

Overview of annual maintenance for hubs and disc brakes.

REGULAR MAINTENANCE NOTE

Note on regular greasing of the trailer.

DISC BRAKE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE

DISC BRAKE REASSEMBLY AND BLEEDING

DISC BRAKES

Reassembly of brake components and torque specifications.

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION

Tire Safety Information and Regulations

General tire safety information and CFR requirements.

Determining Load Limits

Steps for determining correct load limits for trailer and tow vehicle.

Tire Terminology and Definitions

Definitions of various tire-related terms.

Tire Safety - Everything Rides On It

NHTSA brochure on tire safety aspects.

Tire Maintenance and Pressure Checks

Basic tire maintenance, pressure checks, and safety practices.

Tire Specifications and Markings

Understanding tire size, load rating, speed rating, and sidewall markings.

Tire Safety Tips and Damage Prevention

Tips to prevent tire damage and ensure safety.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Loadrite Elite Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryBoating Equipment
ModelElite Series
Power Supply12V DC
Accuracy±1%
Environmental ProtectionIP67
CommunicationBluetooth