Summary of Contents for tebben 7500-07
- Page 1 OWNERS OPERATION MANUAL PART #7500-07 Tebben 10009 Highway 7 SE, Clara City, Minnesota 56222 sales@tebben.us Phone 320-847-2200 Phone 320-847-3512 Fax 320-847-3112 © Tebben, 2003...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Warranty………………………………..…………........……….1 Safety………………………………..………………..........…...2 Introduction………………………………..…………......……….3 Choosing the right trailer…………………………..……………………..………..3 Trailer Length..…………………………..……………......…..3 Difference Between Bunk and Roller.…………………..………..……..4 Supporting Your Boats Weight…………………………..……………………..4 Attaching Your Trailer………………………………....……………....4 Hitch Recommendations and Tips……….………………….………………….5 Tongue Jack use and Care…………….……………….…………………..5 Coupler and Hitch Ball Operation…….…………….…………………………..5 Using Safety Chains….…….…………………….…………..……....6 Trailer Lights…….………………………………………….......6 Before You Tow………………………..……………………........7 Tying Down Your Boat…………..……..……………………………..……….7... -
Page 3: Warranty
(1) year from the date of original purchase when used as intended and under normal service and conditions. This warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Tebben Enterprises, provided that any such defective part must be returned to Tebben Enterprises, TRANSPORTATION PREPAID, accompanied by a letter setting forth the nature of the defect. -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your choice of a Tebben Boat trailer to compliment your line of recreational equipment. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discriminating buyer for the efficient boat towing. -
Page 5: Choosing The Right Trailer
else who will be operating or maintaining the trailer, read and understands the Safety, Operation, and Maintenance information are contained within the Operator’s Manual. Before installing certain options and accessories make sure no local or state laws and regulations will be violated (brakes, licensing, and other equipment) PLEASE NOTE: PRODUCT AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Choosing the right trailer for your boat... -
Page 6: Attaching Your Trailer
the same height. The transom should be even with the end of the bunk. Make sure that there isn’t too much pressure in one spot or if the bunks don’t support the transom, this may cause damage to the boat. Roller trailer users should adjust their rollers so that they are even on both sides. -
Page 7: Tongue Jack Use And Care
Read your manufactures recommendations for your towing vehicle, and contact, Tebben Enterprises for additional help. For proper weight distribution on tandem and triple torsion axel trailers the trailer should be parallel to the ground while towing. Tongue Jack Use and Care Place jack in position crank until coupler is high enough so ball can fit under. -
Page 8: Before You Tow
vehicle has a three-light lighting system you need to buy a two-light adaptor. Even though the lights are submersible you should disconnect the lighting harness before backing into the water. Wire Color Code Yellow and Brown…….……………...left Green and Brown…...…………….Right Brown...…..tail lights, rear marker light, Front and rear side lights Yellow…..……………Left stop and turn Green…...……….…Right stop and turn... -
Page 9: Tongue Weight And Weight Distribution
Make sure the total weight of the trailer, boat, engine, fuel, batteries, and gear does not exceed the trailer’s GVWR. The weight of your trailer is found using the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of the trailer. The GVWR is printed on the Vehicle Identification Number. If you don’t know the weight of your trailer with boat, motor, fuel, gear, ECT. -
Page 10: Check All Nuts And Bolts
On the Road Tebben recommends all people wear restraints at all time when towing the trailer. Going too fast is a major cause of vehicle trailer accidents. Slow down for curves, bad weather, hazardous road conditions and expressway exits. -
Page 11: Sway/Fishtailing
You will have to allow more time to pass another vehicle because you are longer and heavier than normal. Passing by another vehicle in the same or opposite direction can cause the trailer to sway. The sway is greater the faster you are going. Sway/Fishtailing Cross winds, Passing Vehicles, Quick driver steering actions, improper loading, excessive speed, etc can cause sway. -
Page 12: Getting In And Out Of The Water
vehicle in the safest place possible away from the traffic. Turn on emergency flashers get all passengers out and away from the road and vehicle. If you have to proceed down the road slow down turn on flashers and proceed with caution. Do not hesitate to drive on a flat tire if it is necessary to reach a safe place. -
Page 13: Common Cause Of Misalignment
Your boat may not self align itself if you have the trailer too deep in the water when you are loading the boat. If your boat still doesn’t go on the trailer straight contact your Tebben boat trailer dealer. Trailer Maintenance and Storage After every use be sure to wash the trailer with soap and fresh water. -
Page 14: Brake Operation And Maintenance
Troubleshooting Hydraulic Disk Brakes Tebben Boat trailers with a capacity of 1500 lbs and larger have Optional Brakes. (Hydraulic Surge Disk Brakes). When the tow vehicle brakes are applied, the trailer... -
Page 15: Brake Adjustment
No Brakes Brake line Broken or Kinked Repair or Replace Actuation System Not Working Troubleshoot System Weak Brakes Worn Pads Replace pads Incorrect Brake pads Install Correct Brake pads Frozen master Caliper Cylinder Recondition or replace Cylinder Glazed Brake Pads Reburnish or Replace Excessive Excessive Rotor Face Wear... -
Page 16: Tire Changing
vehicle and block the tires when servicing the brakes. Tire Changing Make sure you are on a solid footing and level ground when changing tires. If your tires are damaged or worn before the warranty period contact the tire manufacture for additional adjustments. If you have to replace your trailer tires do it promptly and wear gloves to prevent accidental pinches. -
Page 17: Check Wheel Bearing Seals
and block the tires. The bearings and seals should be inspected after the first 1000 miles and after that every 2000 miles or the beginning of each season. Do the jack placement procedure to jack the trailer up. Remove the bearing protector, cotter pin and spindle nut retainer and replace if needed.
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