| Brakes 1. Inspect brake to be sure they are operational with each use. 2. Adjust brakes to proper operating clearance every 3 months or 3, 000 miles 3. Inspect brake linings for wear and contamination annually or every 12,000 miles. 4. Inspect brake magnets for wear and current draw every 6 months or 6,000 miles. 5. Check brake cylinders for leaks and sticking annually or every 12,000 miles. 6. Check brake controller for correct amperage and modulation every 6 months or 6,000 miles. 7. Inspect professional trailer brake wiring for bare spots, fray etc. annually or every 12,000 miles Axle 1. Inspect hub/drum for abnormal wear or scoring annually or every 12,000 miles 2. Inspect wheel manufacturer of bearings and cups for corrosion or wear. Clean and repack annually or every 12,000 miles. 3. Inspect the seals for leakage. Replace if removed annually or every 12, 000 miles. 4. Inspect springs for wear or loss of arch annually or every 12,000 miles. 5. Inspect suspension parts for bending, loose fasteners or wear every 6 months or 6,000 miles. 6. Inspect hanger welds annually or every 12,000 miles. Hitching the Trailer to the Truck 1. Park the trailer on a level surface. Crank the front jack to an appropriate height, above the vehicle's hitch. Lower the jack, adjusting the ball and the hitch so that the tongue securely fastened. 2. Raise the tongue jack high enough so that it can not hit while being transported 3. Connect the safety professional chains to the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. Do not attach safety chains to the professional bumper. |