Secure The Load; Towing Checklist; Before Towing; Before Driving - Rayco RG25HD Operator, Service, Maintenance, Parts Manual

Secure the Load

Secure the vehichle-in -tow to the trailer with necessary
straps and chains to prevent movement or load shifting
during transport.
Unloading the Machine From the Rayco
Trailer (optional equipment)
1. Remove the ramp lock bar retaining pins, and lower the
loading ramps.
2. Remove the tie-down pin from the bumper of the machine
and store it in the sleeve on the trailer.
3. Start the engine. (See "Starting the Engine" and "Pre-
operation Warm up".)
4. Position the engine throttle halfway between SLOW and
FAST.
5. Gradually push the FORWARD/REVERSE lever and
slowly back the machine off of the trailer, until all four
wheels are on the ground.
6. To drive the machine, set the engine at the desired speed,
and use the FORWARD/REVERSE lever.
DO NOT RELEASE OR JERK THE FORWARD/
REVERSE LEVER UNTIL THE MACHINE IS
COMPLETELY UNLOADED. OR TIPPING MAY
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RG25DH Operation • Service • Maintenance • Parts Manual

Towing Checklist

BEFORE TOWING

 Towing hitch and hitch-ball are the right size and tight.
 Coupler is tight.
 Safety chains, tire straps and security chains are
properly attached and secure.
 All lights are connected and working.
 Check all tires for correct pressure.
 Load vehicle-in-tow heavier end (engine end) toward
the front of the trailer.
 Ramps securely stored and latched.
 Tongue jack is fully raised.
 Secure the Load.

BEFORE DRIVING

 Fasten seat belts.
 Properly adjust mirrors.
ON THE ROAD
 Reduce speed to 45 mph or below.
 Stop often for rest.
 Inspect your vehicles and trailer connections at each
stop.
 Anticipate stops, brake early.
CRASHES ARE CAUSED BY:
• Driver error or Inattention.
• Excessive speed.
• Failure to load Auto Transport trailer heavier in front.
YOU SHOULD ALWAYS:
• LOAD TRAILER HEAVIER IN FRONT
• REDUCE YOUR NORMAL DRIVING SPEED
• WEAR YOUR SEAT BELT
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