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DO NOT burn damaged or broken bunks.
Toxic fumes will be released. Dispose of bunks
properly.
C. Swivel Jack
Keep the swivel jack clean of dirt, tar, and mud.
Lubricate every six months. The swivel jack's inner
ram should be lubricated with SAE 30 weight oil. The
top cover may be re moved to lubricate the gears with
wheel bearing grease.
Replace all worn and damaged parts. ALWAYS use
the manufacturer's replacement parts. Re placement
parts may be ordered through your Scarab dealer.
For more information on mainte nance, refer to the
manufact urer's litera ture included in the owner's
packet.
D. Brake Actuator & Coupling Assembly
When storing or parking your trailer, keep the brake
actuator and coupling assembly (coupler) off the
ground to prevent dirt buildup in the ball socket. Keep
the coupler clean of dirt, tar, and mud. Lubricate the
coupler with SAE 30 weight oil every six months or as
often as neces sary. Replace any worn or defective
parts. If the cou pler is dam aged, contact your Scarab
dealer for replace ment parts. DO NOT use a dam-
aged or bent coupler assembly.
For more information on maintenance, refer to the
manufact urer's litera ture included in the owner's
packet.
NOTICE
The trailer should be set up at a slight angle to
allow for water to drain aft in the boat.
E. Winch
The winch should be kept clean of dirt, ice, paint, etc.,
and the spur gears should have a film of grease on
them at all times. Apply several drops of SAE 30
weight oil to the ratchet pawl mecha nism, bushings
and pinion shaft threads twice per season.
Trailer Information - Section F
Replace any worn or damaged parts. For more infor-
mation on mainte nance, refer to the manu fact urer's
litera ture included in the owner's packet.
F. Lights
Inspect wiring for cuts or bare wire which could cause
electrical shorts. Repair or replace defec tive wiring.
Replace cracked or damaged lights and always carry
spare bulbs if applicable. Re placement parts may be
ordered through a Scarab dealer.
G. Tie-downs
Replace frayed or damaged tie-downs. Periodi cally,
lubricate the ratchet mechanism with a fine oil or
silicone spray. Replacement parts may be ordered
through a Scarab dealer.
H. Wheels
Some maintenance is required to maintain the finish
of the rims. Chrome wheel rims may be cleaned with
dish was hing soap and water. Also, there are clean-
ing products specifically for chrome that can be used.
Cleaners may be obtained from Scarab dealers and
your local auto parts stores. The aluminum wheel
manufacturer recom mends a product by Priority One®
called Pro-Long Aluminum/Chrome Wheel Protecta-
nt™. Galva nized rims should be rinsed only with
clean water immediately after each use.
NOTICE
ALWAYS read the manufac tur er's in struc tions
on the label before using any prod uct.
I.
Brakes
Keep the actuator clean of dirt, tar, and mud. The
actuator and internal parts should be lubri cated at all
times with SAE 30 weight oil. The hitch ball may be
lubricated with automotive grease or lubricant made
for hitch balls.
Periodically inspect the brake system for leaks. Check
all hoses for cuts or wear. Replace all defective hoses.
The master cylinder should be filled within 1/2 inch
from the top of the reservoir.
At the beginning of each year, inspect the brakes for
excessive wear, have linings replaced if necessary.
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