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Figure S17: Reverse Manual Brake Lockout
Never allow the bolt or screwdriver to
remain in the reverse lockout position
hole. After reverse maneuvering, always
remove bolt or screwdriver from the reverse
lockout position hole. Failure to remove bolt
or screwdriver from reverse lockout position
hole will prevent forward movement braking
which can result in serious property damage,
injury or death.
Trailer components may be different be tween
models and may change during the model
year. Be sure to read all manufac tur er's litera-
ture supplied with your Four Winns® trailer.
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TRAILERING
A. Checklist
Before trailering, the trailer should be inspected for
the following:
1. Check tires for proper inflation. Under-inflat e d
tires heat up rapidly and may blowout or cause
uncontrolled sway ing.
2. Check lug nuts for proper tightness.
3. Be sure the coupler is secured to the trailer hitch
and safety cables are attached.
4. Be sure trailer taillights and turning signals are
operation al.
5. Check the brakes for proper operation prior to
departure.
Trailer Information - Section S
NOTICE
6. Check tie-downs and make sure boat is se cured
to the trailer.
7. Check the springs and under carriage for loose
parts.
8. Before towing, close and secure all hatches,
doors, and windows. Securely store all equip-
ment and canvas. Installed tops, side cur tains,
and aft curtains can be damaged while towing.
9. Carry a spare tire for both the trailer and towing
vehicle. On extended trips, carry spare wheel
bearings, seals, and races. Be sure and carry the
proper tools to complete the repairs.
To avoid bea ring fail ure and pos sible wheel
loss, keep wheel bea rings pro perly lubri cat-
ed. In sp ect the wheel bea rings peri odi cally
and check for da m age.
10. Before trailering, inspect the bearings for wear
and adequate lubrication. When travel ing, check
the wheel hubs during stops at gas stations,
restaurants or other places. If the hub feels
abnormally hot, the bearing should be inspect ed
before contin uing the trip.
B. Tactics
NOTICE
Be sure to check the towing vehicle man-
ufactu rer's literature for recommen da tions on
towing.
1. Install outside rear view mirrors on both sides of
the towing vehicle to improve vision. Check the
rear view mirrors at frequent inter vals to be sure
trailer and boat are riding smoothly.
2. Allow at least one car and trailer length be tween
vehicles for each 10 mph. DO NOT tailgate.
3. Use low gear (on manual transmissions) when
traveling up steep hills or over sand, gravel, or
dirt roads.
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