CONTENTS General Description of the Chute Trailer Safety Precautions Risk Assessment Operating the Chute Trailer Trailer Wheel Maintenance Assembly of the Chute Trailer Warranty Troubleshooting Guide...
General Description of the Chute Trailer The Chute Trailer is specifically designed for the Arrowquip lineup of cattle chutes. The trailer makes it easy to load and move your cattle chute between multiple locations, simplifying your everyday life.
1. Ensure the operator understands the contents of this manual before using the chute trailer. 2. Do not wear loose-fitted clothing. 3. When assembling and disassembling the chute trailer,ensure the parts are located on a firm, level, dry surface which is free of rocks and other trip hazards.
LIMITS CAN DAMAGE STUDS AND/OR NUTS,AND OVER TIME MAY LEAD TO FRACTURES AND DANGEROUS WHEEL SEPARATION. Operating the Chute Trailer 1. Make sure safety chain is attached to the vehicle. 2. Ensure all pins and lock clips are in place.
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Be sure to use only fasteners matched to the cone angle of your wheel – usually 60° or 90°. The proper procedure for attaching your wheels is as follows: 1. Start all bolts or nuts by hand to prevent cross-threading. 2.
Assembly of Chute Trailer Due to shipping requirements, your chute trailer will not come pre- assembled. The following guide will assist you in assembling your chute trailer for use. 8. TRAILER ROD 1. TRAILER CENTER MOUNTING 9. WHEEL HUB AND TIRE 2.
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STEP 1: Insert wheels as shown. Use supplied nuts and bolts to fix axle to main rail bracket. IMPORTANT NOTE: Orientation of axle towards rear. This is very important for smooth operation and balancing during operation. Dimension A: See table below for range of measurements. MEASUREMENT FROM END OF TUBE TO MODEL...
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STEP 3: Place the rod in before you attach trailer. Place the cap on, then insert two pins. Repeat on the opposite side. You are now ready to attach your Arrowquip Squeeze Chute.
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STEP 4: Run winch cable over roller and onto chute hook to raise and lower chute. Use winch handle to raise and lower trailer to suitable position for attaching. NOTE: Trailer rails and chute not shown for clarity.
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STEP 5: Insert chute tube rest as shown below. Insert .5" pin to fix chute rest tube. Ensure the pin and R-Clip are inserted while towing.
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STEP 6: Use load strap to secure chute to trailer according to the following instructions. 1. Separate two pieces of ratchet strap. 2. Place strap through the frame of the chute, behind the front 2x2 frame. a. NOTE: Do not put the strap directly behind the head gate. Over time, this may negatively affect the head gate and cause it to malfunction.
STEP 7: Your trailer is now ready to attach to your truck. You can visit our website and view a video on how to attach your Arrowquip chute at arrowquip.com. Warranty Your product must be registered to claim warranty, and to ensure that Arrowquip has the required information to contact you in the event of a product or part recall.
Troubleshooting Guide 1. Trailer ‘fishtails’ when towed. a. Please ensure that axles are properly inserted and facing backwards. See page 6. 2. Rear end drags when crossing uneven ground. a. Ensure that you have the receiver on your vehicle set at the correct height.
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