Craftsman 123.24201 - Manual (Page 48)

ЮЛ.б Tires
Before each tow, be sure the tire pressure is at the \faJue indicated on the sidewall
Tire pressure must be checked while the tire is cold Do not check the lire pressure
immediately after towing the trader Allow at least three hours For a lire to cool, if
the trailer has been towed for as much as one mile Replace the tire before lowing
the trailer if the tire treads have less than 1/16 inch depth or the telltale bands are
visible
A bubble, cm os bulge in a side wall can result in a tire blowout Inspect both side
walls of each tire for any bubble, cut or bulge; and rejrlace a damaged lire befóte
towing the trailer
Tires do not wear evenl^f Depending on the toad balance, some will wear faster
than others. To help increase the life of your tires, rotate tires every 5000 miles
A WARNING
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Worn, damaged or under'inflated tires can cause loss of coiuroi,
resulting in damage, serious injury and possibly death Inspect
tires before each low
10.2.7 Wheel Rims
If the trailer has been struck, or impacted, on oi' near the wheels, or if the trailer ha.s
struck a curb, inspect the rims for damage (e g , being out of round); and replace
any damaged wheel Inspect the wheels for damage every year, even If no obvious
impact has occurred Also check the tires to ensure they’re at the recommended
pressure
H).2.8 Wheels, Bearings and Lug Nuts
To check your bearings, jack trailer and check wheels for side-lo-side looseness
If the wheels are loose, or spin with a wobble, the bearings must be serviced or
replaced
Most trailer axles are built with sealed bearings that are not serviceable Sealed
bearings nriist be replaced as complete units
10,2.8.1 Unsealed Bearings (Hubs)
You must inspect and lubricate the bearings once a year or evesy 12,000 miles to
insure safe operation of your trailer
Tf a trailer wheel bearing is immersed in Water, it must be replaced
It your trailer has not been u.sed for an extended amount of time, have the bearings
inspected and packed more frequently, at least every' six months and prior to use
Follow the steps below to disassemble and service the UNSEALED wheel
bear! n as
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