FoldTrailer FT 752 Owner's Manual

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Owner´s Manual - FT 752

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Congratulations on your purchase of a new FoldTrailer FT 752, the authentic version of the unique one-step wall

folding trailer concept™. We are confident that you will be completely satisfied for decades to come with the

quality of the product. We have paid special attention to ensure your satisfaction will be optimized for both your

transport needs and effective storage needs. We do however suggest that you read this manual completely and

follow all recommendations made, to ensure a safe and long lasting excellence of your trailer.

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Page 1 Owner´s Manual - FT 752 rev. 02 Congratulations on your purchase of a new FoldTrailer FT 752, the authentic version of the unique one-step wall folding trailer concept™. We are confident that you will be completely satisfied for decades to come with the quality of the product.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safety Information Wiring Diagram Identification TOWING Pre-tow Check List Tow Coupling Loading FOLDING Security Instruction Folding Procedure Unfolding Procedure MAINTENANCE Cleaning Lubrication Inspection Service NHTSA Statement 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 2 -...
Page 3: General Description
1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1.1 General Arrangement 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 3 -...
Page 4: Technical Data
Bearings: Tapered roller bearings (outer LM11949/10 & inner LM67049A/10) Brakes: No Light Voltage: 12 V, 4-pin cable plug, DOT Tow Coupling: 2” ball coupler Available Accessories; Tarp, spare wheel 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 4 -...
Page 5: Parts List Overview
• Statutory Plates / VIN Placard & Tire Placard • Detachable Wall Hinges • Fender • Safety Breakage Chain • Folding Handle • Wall Secure Chain 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 5 -...
Page 7: Safety Information
Not properly maintaining the trailer structure and its running gears. Since your FoldTrailer FT752 is a folding trailer developed for smart and space saving storage, there are even more safety details which require your attention, for safe use of your trailer. These points are mentioned specifically in the Folding chapter (3) and Maintenance chapter (4).
Page 8: Wiring Diagram
1.5 Wiring Diagram Your FoldTrailer FT 752 is equipped with DOT / SAE certified 12V electrical light system consisting of square tail lights at the rear beam, and amber front side marker and red rear side marker along the sides of the trailer. All lights are also in combination with reflex functions according to all requirements by the NHTSA.
Page 9: Identification
1.6 Identification 1.6.1 Your FoldTrailer FT 752 has a VIN chassis number label at the front of the trailer platform with loading information. The 17 digit VIN is also hard stamped into the chassis covered by the badge. 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd.
Page 10: Towing
In most countries and regions a trailer type category O1 like FoldTrailer FT752 can be towed by any driver having a valid license for passenger cars (Drivings license category B) as a minimum. Anyhow, be aware of possible variations in local legislation.
Page 11: Tow Coupling
The nose wheel must point backwards when towing. 2.2.2 Ball coupler safely latched 2.2.1 Ball coupler open Safety Breakage Chains Safety Breakage Chains Safety Breakage Chains 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 11 -...
Page 12: Loading
2.3.6 At bulk freight, such as firewoods, stones, sand/gravel, soil or garbage etc. use of net or tarp is recommended. Check your FoldTrailer dealer for additional equipment. Note that gravel, sand and soil has relative heavy weight and there is a rather small volume limit to avoid that the trailer are being overloaded.
Page 13: Folding
3 Folding 3.1 Security Instruction Your FoldTrailer FT752 can be folded without load and on flat and solid floor only. The trailer must be disconnected from the car when folding. Read this manual carefully before handling the trailer. 3.1.1 All folding handling of this FoldTrailer must always be accomplished by one adult person only. To prevent damage, make sure no children or pets or expensive equipment or cars or the like are around while handling the trailer.
Page 14: Folding Procedure
Open the nose wheel brake. 3.2.5 Place the FoldTrailer with its rear part close to the wall. The rear end storage wheels are recommended to hit the floor/ground approximately 8 inches off the wall.
Page 15 3.2 Folding Procedure 3.2.2 Fold out the front and rear wall 3.2.1 Open wall latches 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 15 -...
Page 16 3.2 Folding Procedure 3.2.3 Open the drawbar latch by using a L-wrench tool or similar. Store the eye nuts safely on drawbar 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 16 -...
Page 17 3.2 Folding Procedure 3.2.4 Adjust the nose wheel 3.2.5 Position the trailer to the wall 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 17 -...
Page 18 3.2 Folding Procedure 3.2.6 Fold down the side walls and connect the front / rear walls into folding position 8 inch from wall 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 18 -...
Page 19 3.2 Folding Procedure 3.2.7 Start folding – Pull up by and handle and winch clockwise 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752 rev 02 - 19 -...
Page 21 3.2 Folding Procedure 3.2.9 Brake Nose Wheel & Secure folded trailer to the wall 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 21 -...
Page 22 3.2 Folding Procedure 3.2.10 Fold in the winch handle 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 22 -...
Page 23: Unfolding Procedure
3.3.8 Elevate the side walls from folded position, and attach the rear and front walls onto their respective hinges. Tighten the wall latches. 3.3.9 Turn the nose wheel into parking position or driving position if immediate driving use. 2019 © Foldtrailer Ltd. Owner´s Manual - FT 752, rev 02 - 23 -...
Page 24: Maintenance
4 Maintenance Guidelines Like other vehicles your FoldTrailer FT752 needs some regular maintenance. The folding system of your trailer requires that all links and parts of the folding system have to be lubricated to obtain an optimal folding function and to increase the life time of your trailer.
Page 26: Inspection
4.3 Inspection 4.3.1 A-Shape Position As other vehicles your FoldTrailer FT752 requires regular inspections. This is important both to obtain a safe use and a well working folding function, and to discover a possible technical problem before it is getting serious.
Page 27: Service
4.4 Service Service for your FoldTrailer FT752 is defined as operations which require cunning personnel, like your trailer dealer or authorized vehicle-mechanical staff. Generally are all parts of this trailer replaceable. This, together with a careful maintenance and proper use can give your trailer a long life.
Page 28: Nhtsa Statement
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Foldtrailer Ltd. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), go to http://www.safercar.gov;...