Lippert Components Trailer Axle (Standard) - Manual (Page 41)

Rev: 03.18.2014
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Axle Manual End
Storage
Storage Preparation
If your trailer is to be stored for an extended period of time the trailer will need to be prepared prior to going
into storage. Follow these guidelines to setup your trailer for storage:
1. If the trailer has an emergency breakaway battery remove it and store it inside, out of the weather.
Charge the battery at least every 90 days.
2. Jack up the trailer and place jack stands under the trailer frame so that the weight will be off the tires.
Follow trailer manufacturer’s guidelines to lift and support the trailer.
3. Lubricate mechanical moving parts such as the hitch, and suspension parts, that are exposed to the
weather.
4. In the case of boat trailer axles that are subject to repeated immersion, remove brake drums; clean, dry
and re-lubricate moving brake components; inspect bearings - clean and re-lubricate.
Lift unit by the frame and never the axle or suspension. Do not go under unit unless it is properly
supported by jack stands. Unsupported units can fall causing death or serious injury.
Extended Storage Inspection Procedures
Trailer should remain on jack stands during this procedure:
1. Remove all wheels and hubs or brake drums. Reinstall drum to same spindle and brake from which it
was removed.
2. Inspect suspension for wear.
3. Check tightness of hanger bolt, shackle bolt, and U-bolt nuts of the suspension for correct torque.
4. Check brake linings, brake drums and armature faces for excessive wear, scoring, damage or corrosion.
5. Check brake magnets with an ohmmeter. The magnets should check 3.2 ohms. If shorted or worn
excessively, they must be replaced.
6. Lubricate all brake moving parts using a high temperature brake lubricant.
7. Remove any rust from braking surface and armature surface of drums with fine emery paper or crocus
cloth. Be sure to protect bearings from contaminating dust.
8. Inspect oil or grease seals for wear or nicks. Replace if necessary.
9. Lubricate hub bearings.
10. Reinstall hubs and adjust bearings.
11. Mount and tighten wheels.
NOTE: Avoid getting any grease or oil on brake linings and pads or magnet surfaces.