Reading of 60lb (27kg)
Scales
Sideways force applied
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WARNING!
After fitting and prior to commencing your journey, please check tightness of the locking stud holding the Stabiliser into the car bracket. A secondary safety
and security feature of the Bulldog Stabiliser is the provision of a hole in the end of the damper pivot plate (3). This is to facilitate the use of a padlock (not
supplied).
When Boarding Ferries or Off Road on Uneven Ground.
It is advisable to remove stabiliser to avoid damage to the spring arm.
When Not In Use.
Remove locking stud. Apply grease in the thread car bracket and fit Red Cap. To remove cap just unscrew.
Adjustments.
1) Once fitted check that the springs are completely retained in the plastic slippers and do not catch any part of the caravan or trailer when the vehicle is on
full lock.
2) The stabiliser is factory set but may need adjustment after use.
3) To adjust the friction damper assembly you will require the following tools:
.
A set of bathroom scales or suitable spring balance.
.
Two open ended 19mm spanners.
Note. Adjustment is carried out with quick release locked i.e. pressure applied to friction discs.
IMPORTANT!
Please DO NOT use torque wrench as the torque needed on the 12mm adjusting bolt and nut (4) is very small.
4) Insert the damper pivot bracket (3) into the slot in the car plate (1) and secure with locking stud(2).
5) Apply the scales to the end of the spring arm and push. You are looking for a reading on the scales of approximately 60lbs (27kg).
It is emphasised that this is NOT a torque figure but the horizontal push/pull force at the end of the spring arm.
6) Adjustment is made by releasing the thin lock nut on the 12mm centre bolt and tightening up the special type lock nut until the appropriate reading is
obtained on the
scale. Finally, firmly lock up the special nut and thin lock nut together using the two spanners. Take care not to move the special nut on the bolt or you
may lose the
correct setting. Check tightness of the thin lock nut after 50 miles.
7) DO NOT USE ANY OTHER METHOD FOR CHECKING THE STABILISER.
If you have any doubt about servicing your stabiliser please contact your nearest dealer or telephone Bulldog for assistance.
Bulldog Security Products
Units 1 - 4 Stretton Road, Much Wenlock, Shropshire, TF13 6DH.
Tel: 01952 728171 Fax: 01952 728117
Email sales@bulldogsecure.com www.bulldogsecure.com
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