Craftsman 123.24201 Utility Trailer User Manual


 
Ensure the couple_ is all the way otl the hitch ball and the locking mechanism is
engaged,
Lower the trailer so that its entire tongue weight is held by the hitch Push the
safety latch downward to a horizontal position to lock it in place
Pull up on the couplet to ensme it is securely fastened t.o the tow vehicle
If' the coupler cannot be seem ed to the hitch ball, do not tow the trailer.
Refer to Section 10o2.3 I0r information on coupling your trailer,
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lose 30W Motor Oil to lubricate the ball mad inside of coupler
Always cheek ball and couplel betble each tow for damaged ot
worn edges Damaged balIs and couplers shoutd be replaced
immediately Failure to follow this warning could result in
propelty damage, personal injury and death
5,2,,1o4 Rigging the safety chains
Visually inspect the safety chains and hooks *0r wear' ol damage Replace worn
or damaged sa|Ety chains and hooks before towing
Rig file salety chains so that they:
1 cross underneath the coupler';
2 loop around a frame member of the tow vehicle or to holes provided in the
hitch system (but, do not attach them to an interchangeable part of the hitch
assembly); and
3 have enough slack to permit tight turns, but not be close to the toad sm face,
so if the trailer uncouples, the safb_b, chains can hold the tongue up above the
road
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