Craftsman 0220 - Manual (Page 43)


SeCTIoN 9: bReAKING IN A
NeW TRAIleR
lUG NUTS & TIRe PReSSURe
9.1 Retightening lug Nuts at First 10, 25 & 50 Miles
Wheel lugs can shift and settle quickly after being first assembled, and must be
checked after the first 10, 25 and 50 miles of driving and after any impact. Failure
to perform this check may result in a wheel coming loose from the trailer, causing a
crash leading to death or serious injury.
WARNING
Lug nuts are prone to loosen after initial installation, which can
lead to death or serious injury.
Check lug nuts for tightness on a new trailer or when wheel(s)
have been remounted after the first 10, 25 and 50 miles of driv-
ing and after any impact.
WARNING
The lug nuts for the tires must be tightened by the user before
each use. The tires must be maintained at the proper tire pressure
before each use. Sears cannot be held responsible for damages
caused by loosened lug nuts, or uneven tread wear and blow outs
from an under-inflated or over-inflated tire.
Failure to heed this warning could result in property damage,
serious injury and death.
WARNING
If tow vehicle brakes do not work properly, death or serious
injury can occur.
Road test your tow vehicle’s brakes in a safe area at no more
than 30 mph before each tow.
9.2 Tire Pressure
Check the pressure in each tire to ensure tire is set to the tire manufacturers
recommended pressure. The tires that came with your trailer should be filled to
80 psi. Use a tire gauge to get an accurate reading. You should check the pressure
before each tow.