Auto Locking A-Frame Trailer Coupler 10,000-Lb. 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.
Thank you very much for choosing an Ultra-Tow XTP Series™ product! For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below: Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________ Purchase Date: ____________________________________________ Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it. This coupler is designed for certain applications only.
Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use The Ultra-Tow XTP Series Auto Locking A-Frame Trailer Coupler features an auto-locking system with a steel lock assembly. The secondary lock has a safety clip designed to fit an off-the-shelf 5/16" padlock without an adaptor. This coupler can be used with any 2 ball having a capacity rating equal to or higher than the coupler.
Do not use the product where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The product can create sparks, which may ignite the flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Do not allow the product to come into contact with an electrical source. The tool is not insulated and contact will cause electrical shock. Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow children to handle the product.
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. Check that ball load rating is same as or greater than coupler load rating. ALWAYS use safety chains. DO NOT use top holes for mounting.
Before Each Use ⚠WARNING Inspect for proper operation. Inspect, in particular, the coupling area. Replace when the wear exceeds 1/8" (.125") from the original surface profile. Inspect for worn, damaged, and missing parts. Replace as required. Operating Instructions ⚠WARNING It is the user’s responsibility to be sure the hitch tongue is capable of a 1000 lb. vertical load and a 10,000 lb. gross trailer weight.
Hitching Up 1. Before operating, inspect for proper operation, worn, damaged or missing parts. 2. Unlock by removing safety pin and insure Primary Lock shows no green indicating the coupler is open. 5/16" 3. Back the vehicle up to the trailer until 2 of the ball is located under the coupler (shown above). 4. As you lower the coupler onto the ball the Primary Lock, the Secondary Lock will end up in the locked position, as shown.
After Each Use ⚠WARNING Inspect for proper operation. Inspect, in particular, the coupling area. Replace when the wear exceeds 1/8" (.125") from the original surface profile. Inspect for worn, damaged and missing parts. Replace as required. Maintenance ⚠WARNING For proper performance, the following should be performed every 10,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first: Inspect for proper operation. Inspect, in particular, the coupling area. Replace when wear exceeds 1/8" (.
Troubleshooting Use the table below to troubleshoot problems before contacting service personnel or your local dealer. If the problem continues after troubleshooting, call your local dealer for assistance. Failure The coupler will not fit down over the hitch ball. The coupler won’t release from the hitch ball. Possible Cause Corrective Action Debris is packed in the coupler. Remove all debris from the coupler. The Primary lock is not in the correct position.
Parts Diagram Page 11 of 14
Parts List Reference 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Part Number F25610 TGB14000J PL14000J SL14000J HM08 SP14000 SP14000-1 WA60 MI-29 HM121 GBS10 Item Description 2" Ball, A-Frame Class 4 Coupler Trailer Guide Bracket Primary Lock Secondary Lock M10 – 1.5 Steel Locknut M10 -1.5 x 40mm Cap Screw M14 – 2.0 Steel Locknut M14 – 2.0 x 55mm Cap Screw 3/8” x 1.50” Large Clevis Pin Long Spacer Short Spacer 3/8" Standard Flat Washer 1/8" x 1.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or "Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or "Your") that the Ultra-Tow product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of three years 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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