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Table of Contents
General Information...................................................................................... 1
Table of Contents ........................................................................................... 3
General Safety Information ....................................................................... 6
Safety Alert Symbols and Signal Words .............................................. 6
Reporting Safety Defects .......................................................................... 6
Essential Safety & Operational Guidelines ........................................ 6
Modifications to The Product .................................................................. 7
Propane Systems ............................................................................................... 7
Chassis..................................................................................................................... 7
Fire Safety ........................................................................................................ 8
Ventilation ............................................................................................................. 8
Precautions ........................................................................................................... 8
Combustible Materials ................................................................................... 8
Fire Extinguisher & Emergency Procedures ..................................... 8
In Case of Fire ...................................................................................................... 8
Secondary Escape ............................................................................................. 8
Button/Coin Battery .................................................................................... 9
Tire Safety & Maintenance ...................................................................... 10
Determining Correct Load Limit ......................................................... 10
Trailers 10,000 Pounds GVWR or Less ............................................. 10
Steps for Determining Load Limit – TOW VEHICLE .................. 10
Tire Safety – Everything Rides on it ................................................... 10
Checking & Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure ............................. 11
Your Vehicles Recommended Pressure and Load Limit ............ 11
Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits ............................... 11
Checking Tire Pressure ............................................................................... 11
Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure .................................... 11
Tire Size................................................................................................................ 12
Tire Tread ........................................................................................................... 12
Tire balance and wheel alignment....................................................... 12
Tire repair ........................................................................................................... 12
Tire fundamentals .......................................................................................... 12
Understanding Tire Sizes & Treadware Ratings ........................... 13
Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires ............................................ 13
Additional Information on Light Truck Tires .................................. 14
Tire Safety Tips ........................................................................................... 14
General Trailer Care and Maintenance ............................................. 15
Protection of Finishes .............................................................................. 15
Paint ....................................................................................................................... 15
Acrylic Windows ............................................................................................. 15
Internal Finishes .............................................................................................. 15
Granite Sink Finish ......................................................................................... 15
Bathroom Finishes ......................................................................................... 15
Mirrors ................................................................................................................. 15
Galvanised Finishes ....................................................................................... 15
High Tensile Bolt and Fittings .................................................................. 15
Stainless Steel ................................................................................................... 15
Fabrics .................................................................................................................. 15
Shade and screen care ............................................................................. 16
Corrosion Protection ................................................................................... 16
Roof Maintenance ..................................................................................... 16
Sealants ................................................................................................................ 16
Solar Panels ........................................................................................................ 16
Service Ladder .................................................................................................. 16
Trailer Body Maintenance ...................................................................... 16
Locks and Latches........................................................................................... 16
Rubber Seals ...................................................................................................... 16
Sealants ................................................................................................................ 16
Dimensions .................................................................................................... 17
Towing & Load Management.................................................................. 18
Terminology & Abbreviations ............................................................. 18
Achieving a Safe Towing Combination.............................................. 19
Trailer & Tow Vehilce Tire Pressures ................................................ 19
Trailer Tire Pressures ...................................................................................19
Tow Vehicle Tire Pressures .......................................................................19
Load Placement........................................................................................... 20
Tongue (Coupler) Weight ....................................................................... 20
Trailer Levelling .......................................................................................... 20
Hitch Movement .............................................................................................20
Vehicle Squat ............................................................................................... 20
Maximum Weight Limits ......................................................................... 21
Trailer GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ................................21
Towing Vehicle GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) .............21
GCWR (Gross Combined Weighed Rating) .....................................21
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ......................................................22
Summary of Weight Ratings .................................................................. 22
Towing Mirrors ........................................................................................... 22
Tuson Electronic Stability Control System (TSC-1000) ........... 23
Troubleshooting the TSC-1000..............................................................24
Vehicle Electrical Requirements ......................................................... 25
Brake Controller .............................................................................................25
Trailer Connector and Emergency Breakaway Power Supply25
Trailer Lights......................................................................................................25
Charging RV While Driving .......................................................................25
Understanding Alternator Types ...........................................................26
Why Alternator Type Matters ................................................................26
Checking Your Alternator Type ............................................................26
Vehicles with or without Smart Alternators ...................................27
Towing Your Travel Trailer ..................................................................... 28
Weights and Payload Capacities ......................................................... 28
How to Load Your Trailer ....................................................................... 28
Load Distribution Guide..............................................................................28
Tongue Weight .................................................................................................28
Effects of Weight Distribution ................................................................28
Tire Pressures ...................................................................................................29
Towing with Trucks ................................................................................... 29
How to Hitch your coupler ..................................................................... 30
Preparation ........................................................................................................30
Coupling ...............................................................................................................31
Uncoupling .........................................................................................................32
Emergency Breakaway System ...............................................................33
Connecting the Breakaway .......................................................................33
Safety Attachment Chains and Load Sling tags ..............................33
Connecting the Safety Chains .................................................................34
Connecting the Electrics .............................................................................34
Braking Systems ......................................................................................... 35
Hand Brake.........................................................................................................35
Adjuster Automotive Type .........................................................................35
Correct Use of Your Electric Brakes ....................................................36
Brake Adjustment ...........................................................................................36
Brake Cleaning and Inspection ................................................................36
Brake Lubrication ...........................................................................................36
Brake Magnets .................................................................................................36
Shoes and Linings ............................................................................................37
Corrosion Prevention ...................................................................................37
Wheels and Tires ........................................................................................ 37
Highway ...............................................................................................................37
Offroad .................................................................................................................37
Suspension .................................................................................................... 37
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