Auto-Locking Trailer Coupler 11-Ton Capacity Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use This Ultra-Two XTP Series Auto-Locking Trailer Coupler features an auto locking system that is austempered ductile iron with a steel lock assembly. The primary lock has a safety clip and is designed for an off-the-shelf padlock. No adapter is needed. This hitch can be used with any 2 5/16” ball hitch. Technical Specifications Property Max. Gross Trailer Weight Max. Vertical Load Product Weight Total Length Material Hole Mount Spacing Hitch Ball Diameter Specification 11 ton (22,000 lbs.) 1.
WORK AREA SAFETY Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well-lit. Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the coupler in confined work areas may put you dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts. Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the coupler. Do not allow children to handle the product.
To prevent serious injury or property damage, read and understand the owner’s manual. Do not exceed lowest rated load capacity in hitch system. Maintain an adequate vertical down (tongue) load to maintain control of the trailer (generally 10%) without exceeding the specified rated capacities. Other steps and inspections are also required. Consult OSHA, D.O.T. regulations, and the American Trucking Association for complete coupling and uncoupling procedures.
Operating Instructions ⚠WARNING It is the user’s responsibility to ensure the hitch bracket is capable of a 3,500 lbs. vertical load and a 22,000 lbs. gross trailer weight. Auto Lock Function Secondary Lock Primary Lock Safety Clip Unlocked Position The illustration above is in the unlocked position. Hitching Up 1. Before operating, inspect the unit for proper operation, worn, damaged, or missing parts. 2. Unlock by removing the safety pin & flip the primary lock forward. 3.
Locked Position The illustration above is in the locked position with the safety clip installed. Insure the lock assembly is in the unlock position before hooking up. Un-Hitching 1. Unlock by removing the safety pin. 2. Flip the secondary lock forward until it is pointing up. Secondary Lock Now you can jack-up the coupler until it clears the hitch ball. The unit is back to the unlock position, as shown in the illustration above.
Maintenance Interval Maintenance Point The following should be performed every 10,000 miles or 6 months: 1. Inspect for proper operation. 2. Inspect, in particular, the coupling area. Replace when the wear exceeds 1/8” from the original surface profile. 3. Inspect for worn, damaged, and missing parts. Replace as required. 4. Always use a safety clip. 5. Check the ball’s torque specification after the first 200 miles of towing and every 400 miles after that.
Parts List Reference 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Part Number TBH20 HM130 HM95 HM126 HM125 HM127 HM107 HM122 MI-29 HM55 HM121 Item Description 2 5/16” Ball Hitch – 22,000 Lbs. Primary Lock Secondary Lock Ø5/8” Flat Washer Ø5/8” x 3.25” Lg. Clevis Pin Ø1/8” x 1.0” Lg. Cotter Pin Ø3/8” x 1.75” Lg. Clevis Pin Ø3/8” Retainer Washer Ø3/32” x 1.0” Lg. Cotter Pin Safety Chain – Single Jack Ø3/8” x 1.75” Lg.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Ultra-Tow XTP Series product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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