Futura Club Sport, Manual

Page 1: ...Sport Range Lowering Trailer Manual If you have any questions please email trailers futuratrailers com ph 64 9 415 2563 NZ AUS ...

Page 2: ...kmanship under normal use and service during the applicable two year period commencing with the date of the first retail purchase and no other remedy is available Any freight transportation charge to or from Futura Trailers Ltd facilities or approved repairer is the responsibility of the purchaser and shall not be a part of the manufacturer s limited warranty The limited warranty shall be void whe...

Page 3: ...ll meet your high standards If at any time you find you have issues with your trailer please do not hesitate to contact our service department ph 64 9 415 2563 or trailers futuratrailers com This manual contains safety information and instructions for your trailer You must read this manual in full before loading or towing your trailer You must follow all safety precautions and instructions View Qu...

Page 4: ... be checked regularly Tow the trailer for 15 km at highway speeds Stop the vehicle and park in a safe location Place your hand on each of the wheel hubs of the trailer If a hub is too warm to comfortably hold your hand on the bearing is generating excessive heat and may be defective have insufficient play or require lubrication Setting wheel bearings please refer to the Service and Maintenance sec...

Page 5: ...e read in full Learn how to safely and correctly operate the Futura lowering trailer Instructional videos are available at bit ly FuturaOwnerDIYvideos Dangerous trailer sway may occur if hitch height is too low Front lifting arm will not raise fully if hitch height is too low CAUTION futuratrailers com ...

Page 6: ...ed up and breakaway is connected to the tow vehicle CAUTION Connect to the tow vehicle Ensure the safety cables and the break away cable are securely connected to the tow vehicle Safety cables must be crossed under the hitch Crank up the jockey wheel completely until the wheel locks Tighten the crank to secure wheel and prevent accidental operation futuratrailers com ...

Page 7: ...e trailer is not parked on level ground CAUTION 2 Park the trailer on level ground 3 Lower the trailer Turn on the master switch to operate the trailer raising winch Before attempting to lower the trailer release all of the safety latches Latch shown in un locked position futuratrailers com ...

Page 8: ...ler with the wireless Trailer remote or use the manual switch on the winch enclosure to lower the trailer Operating your Futura Lowering Trailer Stand well clear of the trailer or remain in loaded vehicle while lowering or raising There are several crush zones Never touch ropes or moving parts when in operation DANGER futuratrailers com ...

Page 9: ... will be under load Raise the trailer again then release the safety latches CAUTION Lower the trailer until the rear of the trailer is on the ground Do not overrun the lifting mechanism winch down Stop as soon as the load is light on the ropes The trailer s tyres should take some load when the vehicle is being loaded 4 Raise the licence plate futuratrailers com ...

Page 10: ...ibution If you drive on take the remote with you You may use the remote to raise the trailer from inside the vehicle You may not be able to open your vehicle doors with the trailer lowered Removing the drivers side fender will allow more space for a low car door to open Be sure to check the fender is securely clipped back in place if it is removed for loading 5 Roll winch or drive the vehicle onto...

Page 11: ...ically when the trailer is raised to the travelling position Once the trailer is raised latch all four safety latches Prior to towing it is important to check all safety latches are engaged 6 Ensure all latches are in the unlatched position before raising the trailer using the Trailer remote or winch enclosure switch futuratrailers com Latches must be in the open position as below when raising the...

Page 12: ...y trickle charger which is powered by the tow vehicle auxiliary supply if present on tow vehicle The solar charger will operate in daylight to maintain the battery voltage When the trailer is not in use ensure the master switch is turned off For security and to prevent battery drain when not in use remove the master battery switch futuratrailers com A 240V power pack is supplied with the trailer t...

Page 13: ...ation plate Apply the towed vehicle park brake and always ensure towed vehicle is correctly secured to the trailer using Futura over wheel tie down straps before towing Replace tie down straps if worn WARNING WARNING Futura lowering trailers are designed specifically for carrying motor vehicles It is recommended that Futura over the wheel tie straps be used to secure the vehicle with the tie strap...

Page 14: ...ot wired to stop the winch when rotating in the down direction The trailer should only be raised by pressing UP button and lowered pressing the DOWN button Regularly inspect the rope rigging Ensure the winch rope is always neatly spooled on the winch drum If any ropes are frayed replace them immediately Spare parts can be ordered online at futuratrailers com my futura In case of trailer winch fail...

Page 15: ...osed during transport Do not travel with the sides or the backdoor open The zip slider should be closed to sit in a position either in front of or behind the fenders Do not close the zip sliders in line with the fenders Close both zips to this point Only open and close sides when the trailer is raised Never travel with sides or backdoor open WARNING futuratrailers com ...

Page 16: ... of your new Futura lowering trailer If you have any questions please email trailers futuratrailers com To view our Quick Start Video download a copy of this guide and Futura Trailer s 2 year Limited Warranty to make a Limited Warranty claim or to order parts then please visit futuratrailers com my futura Electric brake away unit is for emergency brake away function only Do not use the brake away ...

Page 17: ...aking and prolong bearing life Realign trailer winch cable on the winch drum if it gets crossed Inspect winch rope and rigging wire and replace if there are any signs of damage or fraying Do not work under the trailer when it is loaded Before working under the trailer ensure the battery switch is off the safety latches are engaged on all lifting arms and the tongue and rear of the trailer are safe...

Page 18: ...he star wheel of the adjuster assembly to expand the brake shoes 4 Adjust the brake shoes out until the pressure of the linings against the drum makes the wheel very difficult to turn 5 Rotate the star wheel in the opposite direction until the wheel turns freely with a slight lining drag 6 Replace the adjusting slot cover and lower the wheel to the ground Repeat the above procedure on all brakes W...

Page 19: ...ion release the UP button as the control circuit may have failed Inspect and clean the magnetic proximity sensor located on the left rear mount beam The sensor surface must be clean for the sensor to operate correctly Periodically inspect the winch rope and rigging wire for fraying If any fraying or damage has occurred you must replace the rope of rigging wire immediately Lightly lubricate the rig...

Page 20: ...is However to maintain the appearance of your Super Tourer Pro we recommend cleaning it when particles begin to accumulate leaving a visible trace To clean your Futura Super Tourer Pro raise your trailer to the travelling position and close all the zips Use a soft brush with soapy water to clean the surface of your trailer We recommend Spray Nine Heavy Duty Spray if the trailer has become particul...

Page 21: ... not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Futura Trailers Ltd may direct you to an authorised Futura Trailers repairer or may request that you bring your trailer to the nearest Futura Trailers facility for repairs Replacement parts are sent to whoever is responsible for the repair Futura Trailers Ltd will...

Page 22: ...ting deck Super Sport Pro 6000 x 2050 Ideal for modern wide track supercars The Super Sport Pro features a flared tail for easier loading and continuous tie down track for the most versatile lashing options available Super Tourer Pro 6000 x 2050 The lightest and most versatile enclosed trailer in the world Keep your car out of the elements without sacrificing the benefits of an open trailer Pictur...

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