Reese 30137 ELITE UNDER-BED GOOSENECK ACCESSORIES KIT - Manual (Page 3)

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Figure 7 – Center cover plug installed
REESE® Elite ™Series
Gooseneck HITCH SYSTEM
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON TOWING
TOWING EQUIPMENT OWNERS: Make sure all operators of your equipment read and understand this information before towing. Save for reference. This will
help you properly use and maintain your towing equipment. Refer to owner’s manuals for your tow vehicle, trailer and other parts of your towing system. Learn the
capabilities and limitations of each part. GROSS TRAILER WEIGHT and VERTICAL LOAD are the two most important items to consider. THESE WEIGHTS
MUST NEVER EXCEED THE LOWEST RATING OF ANY PART OF YOUR TOWING SYSTEM. GROSS TRAILER WEIGHT is the weight of the trailer plus
cargo. Measure GROSS TRAILER WEIGHT by putting the fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. VERTICAL LOAD is the downward force exerted on the ball by
the trailer coupler. Use a vehicle scale to measure VERTICAL LOAD with the fully loaded trailer on a level surface and the coupler at normal towing height.
TRAILER COUPLERS
The coupler should be smooth, clean and lightly lubricated. Adjust per coupler manufacturer’s instructions.
SAFETY CHAINS
Connect safety chains properly EVERY TIME YOU TOW. Attach securely through the chain loops provided so they can not bounce loose. Leave only enough
slack to permit full turning. Too much slack may prevent chains from maintaining control if other connections separate.
TRAILER LIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS, ELECTRIC AND BREAKAWAY SWITCH CONNECTIONS
Make these safety-critical connections EVERY TIME YOU TOW, no matter how short the trip. Check operation, including electric brake manual control, before
getting on the road.
TIRE INFLATION
Check often. Follow tow vehicle and trailer manufacturer’s recommendations.
CHECK YOUR EQUIPMENT/REPLACE WORN PARTS
Check ball, coupler, chains, and all other connections EVERY TIME YOU TOW. Re-check at fuel and rest stops.
NO PASSENGERS IN TRAILER!
Never allow people in the trailer while towing, under any circumstances.
TRAILER LOADING
Place heavy objects on the floor ahead of the axle. Balance the load side-to-side. Secure it to prevent shifting. NEVER load the trailer rear heavy. LOAD THE
TRAILER HEAVIER IN THE FRONT, BUT NOT GREATER THAN TONGUE WEIGHT RATING OF THE HITCH.
DRIVING
The additional weight of a trailer affects acceleration, braking and handling. Allow extra time for passing, stopping, and changing lanes. A gooseneck trailer
requires a large turning radius as the trailer tracks to the inside of turns. Severe bumps can damage your towing vehicle, hitch and trailer. Drive slowly on rough
roads. STOP AND MAKE A THOROUGH INSPECTION IF ANY PART OF YOUR TOWING SYSTEM STRIKES THE ROAD. CORRECT ANY PROBLEMS
BEFORE RESUMING TRAVEL.
WARNING
DO NOT MODIFY. Do not tow one trailer behind another, which may cause loss of control. Failure to heed warnings and follow instructions may result in serious
personal injury or death, vehicle crash, and/or property damage.
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