Specifications

Safety Cables
The safety cables on your MasterCraft trailer provide added security
that the trailer will not become detached from the tow vehicle when un-
derway. Before each trip, you should make sure that the proper cables
are correctly attached between the tow vehicle and the trailer.
As noted above, your trailer hitch should provide a place for attach-
ing safety cables, through holes or rings on both sides of the hitch ball.
It is strongly recommended, and most states require, that you crisscross
the cables under the trailer tongue (e.g., the cables on the left side of
the trailer tongue should be attached to the hole or ring on the right side
of the hitch ball, and the right cable should be attached to the hole or
ring on the left side of the hitch ball). This will prevent the trailer tongue
from dropping to the road if the trailer coupler separates from the hitch
ball.
The cables should be rigged as tight as possible, with just enough
slack to permit tight turns. If for any reason you should nd it necessary
to replace a safety cable, do not substitute with any part other than a
genuine MasterCraft cable.
Note that late-model trailers are equipped with a surge brake break-
away cable. This should be attached to the tow vehicle, making sure
there is enough slack for tight turns.
Failure to properly attach the safety cables and brake actuator break-
away cable between your trailer and the tow vehicle may result in a
run-away trailer if the trailer coupler becomes detached from the hitch,
which may cause serious injury or death and/or property damage.
Trailer Winch Assembly
Prior to each use of the winch, check for the proper ratchet operation.
Do not use the winch if it is damaged. Seek immediate repairs.
Maintain a rm grip on the winch handle at all times. Never release
the handle when the ratchet lever is in the unlocked position with a load
on the winch because the handle will spin violently under these condi-
tions, which may cause serious injury.
Never use the winch handle as a handle for pulling or maneuvering
the entire trailer or other equipment. Never pull on the winch handle
against a locked ratchet.
Never exceed the rated capacity of the winch. Excessive loads may
cause premature failure and result in serious injury.
safety cables
TRAILER WINCH ASSEMBLY
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