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the vehicle to fishtail. A low hitch will transfer
additional weight to the hitch. Refer to the
hitch manufacturer instructions to adjust the
weight-distributing hitch to the proper height.
If you have additional questions, consult with
your dealer. Jayco cannot be responsible for
the suspension system of any tow vehicle.
There are a variety of tow vehicle suspension
systems available that will affect the ball
height, stability and levelness of a hooked up
park trailer. Make certain your Dealer is aware
of the tow vehicle you are using so a
compatible hookup is achieved. Depending
on the model, your required park trailer hitch
ball diameter is 2-5/16" (consult your dealer
for assistance).
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C
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WAY
ONTROL
A sway control device (customer supplied)
should be used with your tow vehicle/park
trailer combination. Consult with your
Dealer to obtain the proper equipment for
your needs.
Sway control devices are available to reduce
the
sway
produced by
displacement
caused
passing you in transit, incorrect weight
distribution, excessive speed, the park trailer
tires dropping onto the shoulder of the road,
etc. You will also want to discuss this
purchase with your Dealer.
The use of a sway control device will help to
control the side-to-side movement and keep
sway in check.
Suggestions for sway situations:
Slowly ease your foot off the accelerator.
Turn the steering wheel as little as
possible. Natural lag time reaction when
counter-steering to correct sway could
possibly make it worse.
If the trailer is equipped with electric
brakes, using the hand control will help to
keep the vehicles aligned.
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USTOMER
UPPLIED
crosswinds,
air
by
other
vehicles
PRE-TRAVEL INFORMATION
As soon as possible, stop to determine
the cause of the sway. Check all
equipment and load distribution. If the
problem cannot be solved immediately,
contact
your
Dealer
appointment (travel at a very reduced
speed on your way there).
W
D
EIGHT
ISTRIBUTING
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USTOMER
UPPLIED
A weight distributing hitch system provides a
more
stable
tow
combination. This system will spread the
weight evenly to distribute it to the tow vehicle
front and rear axles and the trailer axle.
Consult with your dealer to familiarize yourself
with the operation and requirements of the
weight distributing hitch system. Be certain
your tow vehicle can carry the hitch weight.
P
T
B
ARK
RAILER
RAKE
Failure to maintain the brakes in proper
working condition as specified in the
operator's manual supplied by the axle
OEM will cause property damage, personal
injury and possibly death. Consult with your
dealer for assistance.
The electric brakes are designed to work with
the tow vehicle brakes. To maintain proper
braking performance, both the park trailer and
tow vehicle brakes must be used together.
Separate use of the braking systems will
cause accelerated wear and damage.
When your park trailer is new, it is
impossible to adjust the brake shoes
precisely. It takes approximately 1,000
miles and/or 50 medium to heavy stops to
"burnish" fit or "seat" the shoes to the
brake drum. After the initial break-in
period your brake shoes must be adjusted
accurately
for
best
increased durability.
Braking system components include:
Tow vehicle battery
Brake controller
SECTION 3
for
a
service
S
YSTEM
)
vehicle/park
trailer
S
YSTEM
performance
and
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