Section 4 – Loading The Trailer
R4 3/30/2017
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The recommended method of checking tongue
weight is to use an accessory called a “tongue
weight scale.” A 2,000 pound capacity tongue
weight scale is a standard accessory, provided on all
Featherlite Coach Trailers.
Capacity
Part Number
1,000 lbs.
014009.0001
(Std.)2,000 lbs.
014009.0002
5,000 lbs.
014009.0005
^ WARNING
An improperly distributed load can result in
loss of control of the trailer, and can lead to
death or serious injury.
Proper tongue weight is essential for stable
trailer handling.
Distribute the load front to rear to provide
proper tongue weight.
Distribute the load evenly, right and left, to
avoid tire overload.
Keeping the center of gravity low and
centered is essential to minimize the risk of
tip-over.
4.2 L
OADING
C
ARGO
COUPLE the trailer to the coach
INSPECT the trailer and lift
LOAD and SECURE the cargo
4.2.1 Couple the Trailer to the Coach
All trailers must be coupled to the tow vehicle
before loading. The tongue of a coach trailer can
rise during loading, before the cargo is properly
distributed.
Depending on the exact model of your Featherlite
Coach trailer, the cargo carrying portion may be
designed for carrying such things as:
•
A car
•
Snowmobiles
•
All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
•
Motorcycles
Do not transport people, containers of hazardous
substances, cans or containers of flammable
substances. However, fuel in the tank of an off-road
vehicle, or a car or motorcycle, etc., may be carried
inside of your coach trailer.
^ WARNING
Never transport people inside your
Featherlite trailer, even if it has living
quarters. Besides putting their lives at risk,
the transport of people may be illegal.
^ WARNING
Do not transport flammable, explosive,
poisonous or other dangerous materials in
your trailer.
Exceptions:
•
Fuel in the tanks of vehicles that are
being towed.
•
Fuel stored in proper containers used in
trailer living quarters for cooking.
•
Fuel stored in the tank of an on-board
generator.
4.2.2 Preparing the Trailer for Loading
Before loading cargo into your coach trailer, inspect
the interior of the trailer. Inspect the deck or floor
and the lift platform for corrosion or damage.
Coach trailers may be fitted with “D”-ring hold-
downs, and/or a track system that can be used to
secure the cargo. The lift platform may have hold
down openings. Inspect the hold down openings
and or “D”-rings. Hold down openings should be
sturdy and show no signs of cracking or kinking.
“D”-rings must be tight on the deck and should not
be bent.
Do not load cargo if the deck, floor or lift platform,
or any required hold down is damaged. Have the
trailer repaired by your Featherlite dealer or a
competent repair service before using it to haul
cargo.
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