Product Manual

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Specific Operation Warnings
⚠WARNING
 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 American
Trucking Association for complete coupling and uncoupling procedures.
 Ensure all bolts are torqued to 95 ft./lbs. before use.
 Keep safety chains in place and in working order. Never operate the product without the safety
chains attached to vehicle.
Towing
⚠WARNING
Trailers and equipment designed for on-road towing within the stated capacities. For off-road
applications, reduce the capacities listed above by 25%, and use in conjunction with a swivel-type
drawbar.
Mounting
1. Use a secure mounting structure of sufficient strength to support the rated capacity of the hitch in
accordance with SAE J 849B.
2. The hitch receiver on the vehicle needs to have a 2
1/2
" square tubing inside.
3. Insert the adjustable mount into the receiver of the vehicle, then insert a 5/8" diameter bolt or pin
through the cross hole in receiver, using a lock nut or locking pin, to secure the bolt or hitch pin
(not included), as indicated below.
Before Each Use
1. Inspect for proper operation.