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Summary of Contents for Skeeter Boat Trailer
- Page 1 SKEETER TRAILERS OWNERS OPERATION MANUAL WWW.SKEETERBOATS.COM...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents WARNINGS THE FOLLOWING SIGNAL WORDS AND SYMBOLS ARE USED TO ALERT YOU TO POTENTIAL HAZARDS. PLEASE ADHERE TO WARNINGS HYDRAULIC SURGE (DISK BRAKES) ALL MESSAGES AND INSTRUCTIONS THAT TRAILER LENGTH BRAKE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FOLLOW THESE WORDS TO AVOID POSSIBLE ATTACHING YOUR TRAILER BRAKE ADJUSTMENT SERIOUS INJURY, OR DEATH. -
Page 3: Warnings
If the •All trailer lights are working correctly. WARNING a SKEETER Boat Trailer, which is National Marine •Boat is secured to the trailer front and rear. (DO NOT use coupler comes loose, reattach the coupler to the winch line alone). -
Page 4: Hitch Recommendations And Tips
SKEETER does not recommend self-installation of the open position. This coupler is self-latching and trailer hitches. Every coupler on a SKEETER boat trailer is does not require the latch handle to be in the open permanently marked with: Make sure the jack is in the stored or traveling position position to insert the hitch ball. -
Page 5: Using Safety Cables
If the securing pin is not firmly in its hole, replacement chains or cables and hooks. dealer, install it for you. SKEETER’s Wire Color Code the jack may collapse under the weight placed is listed below. -
Page 6: Winch Adjustment
DO NOT USE IF DAMAGED! your line, strap or cable becomes worn, contact • Check and correct tire pressure on the tow vehicle and trailer, including your SKEETER Dealer for replacement as soon as the spare tire. possible. •Make sure the wheel lug nuts/bolts on the tow vehicle and trailer are Swing Tongue tightened to the correct torque. -
Page 7: On The Road
Passing DO NOT apply the brakes. replace your transom drain plugs, etc. SKEETER recommends all people wear safety Your tow vehicle and trailer are heavier and longer DO NOT turn the steering wheel sharply. Do not disconnect the wiring harness, winch cable... -
Page 8: Trailer Maintenance And Storage
Please follow our recommendations. prevented with proper care. against the winch stand roller or vee block and We want you to have your SKEETER boat trailer Additional tips and hold the winch handle securely, reverse the your winch is in the locked position, connect the winch lock and begin unwinding the line. -
Page 9: Wheel Installation
To torquing per manufacturer’s recommendations make the brake adjustments to your SKEETER on all new trailers. SKEETER is not responsible for trailer, follow the method explained below. If you damage from loose lug nuts. Re-torque after 25-... -
Page 10: Trouble-Shooting Hydraulic Brakes
Trouble-Shooting Hydraulic Brakes WARNING SYMPTOM SOLUTION Using pads without enough brake lining material can result in brake damage, create excessive heat and cause the BRAKE NOISE brakes not to work correctly, which could cause serious injury or death. Shoe chatter, lining coated with grease or oil. Locate cause of grease or oil leakage. -
Page 11: Wheel, Tire And Hub Care
(psi) a tire requires to be properly Since your SKEETER boat trailer is put in water and Inflated. You will also find this number on the put through other severe conditions, it needs more 14”... -
Page 12: Measuring And Adjusting Air
fix, don’t forget to recheck and adjust the tire’s marketing codes used at the manufacturer’s pressure when you can obtain a cold reading. discretion. WARNING Tire Fundamentals This information is used to contact consumers if a WARNING tire defect requires a recall. Federal law requires tire manufacturers to Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used–... -
Page 13: Tire, Care
The •Inspect tires for uneven wear pattern on The load limit on a boat trailer is referred best way to know the actual weight of the vehicle the tread, cracks, foreign objects, or to as carrying capacity. -
Page 14: Understanding How Cargo Affects Trailer Capacity
Vehicle Load Capabilities vehicles. inflation is critical. The proper air pressure may be The proper tire for your SKEETER Boat trailer is Curb Weight: The weight of a motor vehicle with found on the certification/VIN label and/or on the listed on the VIN label on the trailer. -
Page 15: Trailer Terminology
Non-Pneumatic Tire: A mechanical device which Production Options Weight: The combined weight Special Trailer (ST) Tire: The “ST” is an indication Wheel Center Member: In the case of a non transmits, either directly or through a wheel of those installed regular production options the tire is for trailer use only. - Page 16 SKEETER trailers. This system works off a sensor installed on the rear of the Coupler Safety Chains: Safety chains running from...
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Page 17: Canadian Registration Recall Clearance Document
Please ask you IMPORTANT NOTICE trailer. VIN tags may be replaced under certain SKEETER Dealer or give us a call if you have any Laws regarding towing and trailers vary from circumstances. question regarding the Warranty Card. Keep the state to state, make sure you are in full upper portion of the card for your records. - Page 18 If you sell your trailer: This manual must be transferred to the new owner. At the transaction, the original owner should photocopy this page, along with the name and address of the new owner and send it to: Customer Relations Skeeter Products One Skeeter Road Kilgore, TX 7562 (903) 984-0541 Original Owner...
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