Blue Ox BX7330 - Manual (Page 2)

SAFETY
DO NOT INSTALL, OPERATE OR USE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL THE FOLLOWING
OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS HAVE BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD.
This symbol is used to bring attention to safety precautions and instructions. When you
see this symbol, be alert and pay attention to all instructions. YOUR PERSONAL
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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SAFETY CABLE INSTALLATION
1. Using the cable hooks, attach the cables to a
solid part of the chassis of the towed vehicle or to
the baseplate convenience links on unibody cars.
Slip the end of the S-hook through the neoprene
keeper to prevent it from unhooking. (See Fig. 3)
NOTE: It is best to have permanent chains that
connect the convenience links to the frame of the
car. (See Fig. 2)
2. Wrap each cable once or twice around their
respective tow bar leg and cross them under the
receiver area. (See Fig. 1)
3. Using the S-hooks, attach the opposite ends of
the cables to a solid part of the chassis of the
towing vehicle if at all possible. Slip the end of
the S-hook through the neoprene keeper to
prevent it from unhooking
(See Fig. 3)
4. Adjust slack so that the cables cannot touch the
ground or become caught beneath the receiver.
If either of these things happen, the cables may
become damaged and ineffective. DO NOT USE
DAMAGED CABLES!
5. If BX8805 or BX8806 cables are not used, be sure
EACH cable or chain used has at least the load
rating of the tow bar (5000 lbs.).
1. Blue Ox Tow Bars are designed to tow
manual transmission cars or automatics
equipped with a transmission pump, drive
shaft disconnect or half shaft disconnect.
2. The transmission is in neutral when towing.
3. Unlock the steering wheel to allow the front
wheels of the towed vehicle to “track”.
4. Be sure the front end of the towed vehicle is
properly aligned.
5. The use of safety cables or chains is RE-
QUIRED BY LAW. Model BX8805 (5ft) or
BX8806 (6ft) cables are recommended. The
shorter BX8805 is normally best.
6. Check clearance between vehicles in a
turning situation.
7. Most States require rear lighting on the towed
car. A BX8811 Wiring Kit or BX8834 Light
Bar is recommended.
8. Prior to a towing trip, check to be sure all the
towing accessories and attachment points
are secure. Check for cracked welds and
loose bolts. This is important on all occa-
sions, but particularly on a new installation,
when they should be checked just prior to
initial towing and again after 100-200 miles of
towing.
9. Do Not Back Up when towing. Backing up
may damage the Tow Bar Assembly, towing
vehicle's chassis or towed vehicle's chassis.
10. Avoid sharp turns and rough terrain. Check
installation after any unusual event and
periodically on a long trip.
11. Do not use the Towed Vehicle for storing
luggage, etc.; you may exceed the towing
capacity of the Tow Bar.