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- Page 1 Utility Trailer Owner Manual Model: 12-TU 12-TUS 16-TU 16-TUS For Warranty Information Contact Valor Trailers at (208)-810-4900 Or find us on our website: www.valortrailers.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1 Operation 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Purpose 1.2 Rating 1.3 Design and Safety 1.4 Vehicle Load and Handling Limits 1.5 Alert Symbols 1.6 Reporting Safety Defects 1.7 Pre-Trip Inspection 1.8 Hook-Up Procedures 1.9 Loading and Unloading Trailers with Tilt Decks Section 2 Maintenance 2.0 Periodic Maintenance 2.1 Structural Components... - Page 3 Wheel Bear Adjustment Wheel Bearing Lubrication 2.4 Wheels and Tires Wheels Wheel Torque Procedures Tires Inflation Pressure Tire Wear Diagnostic Chart 2.5 Electrical Harnesses and Lights Junction Block Electrical Connection 2.9 Trailers with Tilt Decks Cushion Cylinder Deck Latch Deck Latch Assembly Section 3 Parts Lunette...
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Page 4: Section 1 Operation
TRAILER KEY TrailMax Equivalent Valor Model Number T-12-UT 12-TU T-12-UT(4+16); T-12-UT(6+16) 12-TUS T-16-UT 16-TU T-16-UT(4+16); T-16-UT(6+16) 16-TUS Section 1 Operation 1.0 Introduction This section describes how trailers can have different operational characteristics based on design, load configuration, gross weights, suspension characteristics, articulation and extreme differences between loaded and unloaded weights. -
Page 5: Design And Safety
(uniformly distributed) based on its structural capabilities. 1.3 Design and Safety Valor Trailers are designed with a MAXIMUM load capacity, in ideal condition, to ensure a level of safety that can withstand all types of dynamic and static loading conditions. - Page 6 the wheel. This tendency can be made dramatically worse with a tall, high center of gravity load. Overloading a vehicle should never be permitted. Overloading results in tire blowouts, spring breakage, frame damage, diminished braking capacity, and will severely alter the vehicle's normal handling characteristics. All vehicles are designed with a maximum load capability.
- Page 7 Weather conditions can be a major factor in the cause of accidents. Rain, ice, snow, high winds and visibility combined with excessive speed, sudden lane changes, or other factors that put lateral forces into a tow vehicle trailer combination contribute significantly to an accident. Slippery roads can increase stopping distances and reduce the ability to control the vehicle.
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Page 8: Alert Symbols
1.5 Alert Symbols It is important that you know the meaning of the following symbols that are used throughout this document. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. -
Page 9: Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Valor Industries. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. -
Page 10: Pre-Trip Inspection
1.7 Pre-Trip Inspection There are some items on every vehicle combination that can be and should be inspected prior to every trip that require no special knowledge, training, or sophisticated equipment. Before beginning a trip, make a thorough visual inspection of the trailer for cracks in the structure, or bent components such as the tongue or frame. -
Page 11: Hook-Up Procedures
1.8 Hook-Up Procedures TRAILER HOOK-UP The consequences of not properly hooking the trailer to the tow vehicle can be very serious. Failure to adhere to information in this section could lead to the trailer becoming detached, the trailer brakes and/or lights not working correctly, or other unsafe situations which could result in an accident causing property damage, bodily injury or death. -
Page 12: Loading And Unloading
1.9 Loading and Unloading TRAILER LOADING PRACTICES The consequences of ignoring proper trailer loading practices can be very serious. Failure to adhere to the information in this section could lead to unsafe handling, diminished braking capacity, or other unstable trailer characteristics which could result in an accident causing property damage, bodily injury or death. -
Page 13: Trailers With Tilt Decks
Always use extreme caution when loading and unloading equipment on trailer. Make sure road surface is level. Loading and unloading on an uneven surface may cause damage to the trailer frame and create unsafe loading conditions. Always set brakes on tow vehicle and trailer before loading and unloading and use chock blocks as an added safety precaution. -
Page 14: Section 2 Maintenance
Section 2 Maintenance 2.0 Periodic Maintenance New Trailer Break-in ✓ 50 to 100 miles- re-torque wheel flange nuts- see page 20. ✓ 1000 miles- re-torque suspension fasteners. Pre-Trip Inspection ✓ Lube wear areas on hitch. ✓ Examine frame and tongue members for evidence of damage or cracked welds. ✓... -
Page 15: Structural Components
2.1 Structural Components Sub-Frame Other than for periodic or special inspections the trailer sub-frame requires no regular maintenance other than washing. Keeping the trailer clean will help you notice other things such as cracked welds or corrosion. If your application requires the hauling of corrosives then frequent washdowns are very important. -
Page 16: Jack Assembly
Jack Assembly Every six months, lubricate the jack in the following manner: 1. Extend the leg approximately 2 inches from the fully retracted position. 2. Add 1/4 pound molybdenum grease (with a temperature rating suitable for your operating conditions) to each of the grease fittings. For single speed jacks there is one on the gear leg and one on the swivel pad. -
Page 17: Running Gear
2.3 Running Gear Suspension The suspension on your trailer is Rubber Torsion type and requires no maintenance. The first maintenance check should be performed after an initial break-in period of about 1,000 miles. A visual inspection of all suspension components and attachment welds should be performed to reveal any obvious problems, such as cracks or unexpected wear. -
Page 18: Axle Alignment
Axle Alignment Torsion Axle alignment is set during manufacturing and no adjustment is needed. More detailed information is contained in the supplied axle manufacturers manual. Axle End Component Disassembly Whenever the hub equipment on your trailer must be removed for inspection or maintenance refer to the supplied axle manufacturer's manual. -
Page 19: Electric Brake General Maintenance
Electric Brake General Maintenance Refer to the supplied manufacturer's manual for specifics. Axle End Component Cleaning and Inspection Refer to the supplied manufacturer's manual for specifics. Axle End Component Assembly Refer to the supplied manufacturer's manual for specifics. Wheel Bearing Adjustment Refer to the supplied manufacturers manual for specifics. -
Page 20: Wheel Torque Procedures
6. Offset. This refers to the relationship of the center line of the tire to the hub face of the axle. Care should be taken to match a replacement wheel with the same offset wheel as originally equipped. Failure to match offset can result in reduced carrying capacity of your axle. - Page 21 Torque Range (all values in Ft-lbs.) Trailer Model Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 10k Capacity 20-25 50-60 90-120 12k Capacity 20-25 50-60 90-120 16k Capacity 20-25 90-120 50-60 www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900...
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Page 22: Tires
Tires Before mounting tires onto wheels make certain that the rim size and contour is approved for the tire as shown in the Tire and Rim Association Yearbook or the tire manufacturers catalog. Also make sure the tire will carry the rated load. If the load is not equal on all tires due to trailer weight distribution, use the tire rated for the heaviest wheel position. -
Page 23: Tire Wear Diagnostic Chart
Tire Wear Diagnostic Chart www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900... -
Page 24: Electrical
2.5 Electrical Harnesses and Lights The electrical harnesses in the trailer run within the frame members and require no maintenance. The oval stop/turn/tail lights and the round clearance lights are all of the sealed type and do not have a separately replaceable bulb. If a light stops working, first check the plug at the light for voltage (with a test lamp or volt meter) to verify that the electrical system is functioning properly. -
Page 25: Trailers With Tilt Decks
2.6 Trailers with Tilt Decks Tilt Deck trailers are designed to tilt open or tilt closed with one person’s weight. Outside temperatures can affect the speed the deck tilts at due to effects on the density of the fluid in the cushion cylinder. Periodic inspections should occur looking for wear, damage or cracked welds. -
Page 26: Section 3 Parts
Section 3 Parts Coupler/Lunette Eye: REFERENC Part Number DESCRIPTION 16-TU 16-TUS 16-TUS E NUMBER (4+16) (6+16) C-000070-UT 2 5/16” Ball Coupler (Option) C-000057 2.5” I.D. Lunnete Eye H-000012-U WASHER (0.625 GR. 8, ZINC) H-000013-U LOCK WASHER (0.625 GR. 8, ZINC) H-000014-U NUT (0.625-11 UNC GR. -
Page 27: Jack Assembly
Jack Assembly REFERENC Part Number DESCRIPTION 16-TU 16-TUS 16-TUS E NUMBER (4+16) (6+16) SA-000016-UT JACK H-000016-U HEX BOLT (0.375-16 X 1.25" UNC GR. 8, ZINC) H-000017-U WASHER (0.375 GR. 8, ZINC) H-000018-U LOCK WASHER (0.375 GR. 8, ZINC) H-000019-U NUT (0.375-16 UNC GR. 8, ZINC) www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900... -
Page 28: Cushion Cylinder
CUSHION CYLINDER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER 16-TU 16-TUS (4+16) 16-TUS (6+16) 4X8 CUSHION C-000047-UT CYLINDER KIT www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900... -
Page 29: Axle Assembly
Axle Assembly (See attached manual for specifications and parts list) www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900... -
Page 30: Hinge Assembly
HINGE ASSEMBLY REFERENC Part Number DESCRIPTION 16-TU 16-TUS 16-TUS E NUMBER (4+16) (6+16) SA-000012-UT HINGE PIN H-000039-U HEX BOLT (0.3125-18 X 1.25" UNC GR. 8, ZINC) H-000029-U LOCK WASHER (0.3125 GR. 8, ZINC) H-000028-U WASHER (0.3125 GR. 8 ZINC) H-000030-U NUT (0.3125-18 UNC GR. -
Page 31: Slider Latch
SLIDER LATCH ASSEMBLY REFERENCE DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER 16-TUS 16-TUS NUMBER (4+16) (6+16) SLIDER SHAFT SA-000017-UT HANDLE ROLL PIN (3/8" X H-000035-UT 1.5") 12" STEEL H-000043-U LANYARD FRICTION BLOCK C-000084-UT SCREW (0.3125- H-000024-U 18 X 1.5") SPRING C-000088-UT HANDLE GRIP C-000087-UT ROLL PIN (3/8"... -
Page 32: Fenders
FENDERS REFERENCE DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER 16-TU 16-TUS (4+16) 16-TUS (6+16) NUMBER FENDER ASSY - CS SA-000007-UT FENDER ASSY - RS SA-000008-UT WELD STUD (0.3125- H-000027-U 18 UNC X1") NUT (0.3125-18 UNC H-000030-U GR. 8, ZINC) LOCK WASHER H-000029-U (0.3125 GR. 8, ZINC) WASHER (0.3125 X H-000028-U 0.69 GR. -
Page 33: Lights
LIGHTS DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER 16-TU 16-TUS (4+16) 16-TUS (6+16) GROMMET (6” C-000050-U LIGHT) LIGHT (RED, 6”) C-000051-U GROMMET (2” C-000052-U LIGHT) LIGHT (RED, 2”) C-000053-U LIGHT (AMBER, C-000085-U 2”) LICENSE PLATE C-000072-U LIGHT www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900... -
Page 34: Electrical Harness
ELECTRICAL HARNESSES DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER 16-TU 16-TUS (4+16) 16-TUS (6+16) MAIN HARNESS C-000089-UT MID-STATIONARY C-000090-UT HARNESS MID NON- C-000091-UT STATIONARY HARNESS REAR SILL C-000092-UT HARNESS FRONT MARKER C-000093-UT HARNESS - STATIONARY FRONT MARKER C-000094-UT HARNESS – NON STATIONARY BRAKE HARNESS C-000095-UT LICENSE LIGHT C-000096-UT... -
Page 35: Toolbox Assembly
TOOLBOX ASSEMBLY (cont. on next page) REFERENCE DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER 16-TU 16-TUS 16-TUS (6+16) NUMBER (4+16) TOOLBOX SA-000011-UT NUT (0.250-20 H-000005-U UNC GR. 8, ZINC) WASHER (0.250 x H-000006-U 0.625 GR. 9, ZINC) LOCK WASHER H-000007-U (0.250 GR. 8, ZINC) HEX BOLT (0.250- H-000008-U 20 X 0.75"... - Page 36 TOOLBOX ASSEMBLY CONT. www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900...
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Page 37: Standard Latch
STANDARD LATCH REFERENCE DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER 16-TU NUMBER HANDLE_UT C-000107-UT HOOK_UT C-000108-UT LATCH ARM SA-000024-UT BUSHING H-000049-UT E-CLIP PIN H-000047-UT ¾” BOLT H-000051-UT E-CLIPS H-000048-UT CLEVIS PIN H-000010-UT www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900... -
Page 38: Deck Board
DECK BOARD SIZING Board (type) 16-TU 16-TUS (4+16) 16-TUS (6+16) 2X10X177” 2X7.5X177” 2X10X57” 2X7.5X57” 2X10X76.7” 2X7.5X76.7” 3: 16-TUS (4+16) Stationary Deck 2: 16-TUS (6+16) Deck 1:16-TU Deck www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900... -
Page 39: Electrical Plugs
ELECTRICAL PLUGS ***CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION ON TROUBLESHOOTING AND/OR REPLACEMENT ELECTRONICS*** www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900... -
Page 40: Section 4 Warranty
Overview VALOR offers the most aggressive value proposition in the new and used trailer market. Defects and failure of equipment will be covered by VALOR through dealer network only. The program is designed to ensure that VALOR TRAILERS have the highest resale value of any OEM. - Page 41 www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900...
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