Multiquip Trailers - Manual (Page 8)

page 8 — trailer • owner's manual — rev. #4 (11/08/13)
safety information
transporting the generator on public roads, alwaYs
make sure the trailer and the towing vehicle are
mechanically sound and in good operating condition.
„ alwaYs shutdown engine before transporting.
„ Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle
are rated equal to, or greater than the trailer “gross
vehicle weight rating.”
„ alwaYs inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. never
tow a trailer with defective hitches, couplings, chains, etc.
„ Check the tire air pressure on both towing vehicle and
trailer. Trailer tires should be inflated to 50 psi cold.
Also check the tire tread wear on both vehicles.
„ alwaYs make sure the trailer is equipped with a safety
chain.
„ alwaYs properly attach trailer’s safety chains to towing
vehicle.
„ alwaYs make sure the vehicle and trailer directional,
backup, brake and trailer lights are connected and
working properly.
„ DOT Requirements include the following:
• Connect and test electric brake operation.
• Secure portable power cables in cable tray with tie
wraps.
„ The maximum speed for highway towing is 55 mpH unless
posted otherwise. Recommended off-road towing is not
to exceed 15 mpH or less depending on type of terrain.
„ Avoid sudden stops and starts. This can cause skidding,
or jack-knifing. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will
improve towing.
„ Avoid sharp turns to prevent rolling.
„ Trailer should be adjusted to a level position at all times
when towing.
„ Raise and lock trailer wheel stand in up position when
towing.
„ Place chock blocks underneath wheel to prevent rolling
while parked.
„ Place support blocks underneath the trailer’s bumper
to prevent tipping while parked.
„ Use the trailer’s swivel jack to adjust the trailer height to
a level position while parked.
BatterY saFetY
Danger
„ Do not drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
„ Do not expose the battery to open flames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
flame or spark, an explosion could occur.
warning
„ alwaYs wear safety glasses when
handling the battery to avoid eye irritation.
The battery contains acids that can cause
injury to the eyes and skin.
„ Use well-insulated gloves when picking up the battery.
„ alwaYs keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
„ alwaYs recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gasses.
„ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with clothing or skin, rinse skin or clothing
immediately with plenty of water.
„ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
Caution
„ alwaYs disconnect the negative battery terminal
before performing service on the generator.
„ alwaYs keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.