Safety Section
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Safety Section
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Rayco RC6D Wood Chipper
Copyright © 2011 Rayco Mfg - All Rights Reserved
Printed in U.S.A.
Copyright © 2011 Rayco Mfg - All Rights Reserved
Rayco RC6D Wood Chipper
Printed in U.S.A.
Safety Section
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Safety Section
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Rayco RC6D Wood Chipper
Copyright © 2011 Rayco Mfg - All Rights Reserved
Printed in U.S.A.
Copyright © 2011 Rayco Mfg - All Rights Reserved
Rayco RC6D Wood Chipper
Printed in U.S.A.
BEFORE TOwINg AND ON ThE ROAD
Use the checklist at the end of these instructions
before towing and while on the road.
Make sure your tow vehicle is properly equipped
and maintained. Be sure all tires are inflated
properly.
ALWAYS wear your seat belt.
DO NOT drive when you are fatigued, sleepy or
distracted. Avoid driving at night.
NEVER use a cell phone when driving. If you
need to use a cell phone find a safe place to exit
the roadway.
NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or
any substance that might impair your vision,
judgment, or ability to control the vehicle.
NEVER tow without properly installed tire straps
and vehicle-in-tow security chains.
DO NOT tow the trailer unless the tongue jack is
fully raised off The ground
NEVER allow passengers to ride on the trailer.
No open or soft-top sport utility vehicle is allowed
to tow a trailer, because in the event of a crash,
these vehicles offer less collision and ejection
protection.
YOUR TOw vEhIClE
Refer to the owner’s manual, decal instructions
or an authorized automotive dealer for any spe-
cific handling characteristics of your tow vehicle.
Changes to your tow vehicle from how it was
manufactured can affect its ability to tow. These
changes can include different tires, suspen-
sion changes, etc. Check your owner’s manual
or with an authorized automotive dealer to
make sure any changes to your tow vehicle are
approved. DO NOT tow the trailer if your tow
vehicle has changes that are not approved.
Avoid driving on a compact spare tire any longer
than necessary. Follow the vehicle manufacturer
instructions.
Maintenance and condition of your tow vehicle’s
engine, transmission, steering, suspension,
front-end alignment, and tires, may affect the
vehicle’s ability to tow the auto transport trailer.
Have an authorized repair facility inspect and
repair your vehicle BEFORE towing.
To find the capabilities of the engine, transmis
-
sion and axles of your vehicle for towing, refer to
the owner’s manual, or check with an authorized
dealer.
TOwINg EqUIpMENT REqUIREMENTS
Hitches must be able to tow the weight of your
trailer and your vehicle-in-tow .
When towing a trailer, all lights must be op-
erational. Also, your tow vehicle may require
external mirrors on both sides.
TIRE pRESSURE
Set all tires to the proper pressure. Find the rec-
ommended COLD pressures on the tire sidewall,
owner’s manual, your vehicle’s door decal or in
the trailer manuall. DO NOT put more pressure
in the tire than is indicated on the tire sidewall.
Tire pressures go up during driving. DO NOT let
off this extra pressure
.
Air pressure in the rear tires of some tow ve-
hicles may be increased to accommodate the
additional weight of the trailer. Inflate rear tires
approximately 6 psi above normal, but do not
exceed the pressure limit stamped on tire.
CONNECTINg YOUR TRAIlER
Lower the coupler onto the hitch-ball and follow
the instructions below to properly fasten the
coupler to the hitch-ball. Do not allow your self
to become distracted. Ensure that the coupler is
properly fastened to the hitch-ball before moving
to the next step.
COUPLER- Push down on the latch and fully
open thecoupling. Lower the coupler onto the
hitch-ball.
Check that the ball clamp is positioned below the
coupler. The coupler should completely cover
and enclose the hitch-ball.
Tighten the coupler latch down.
Move the tow vehicle forward slightly, or push
rearward on the trailer to ensure that the
hitch-ball is properly seated inside the coupler.
Recheck that it is tight.
Check all connections at each stop. Make sure
the hitch and hitch-ball are securely attached to
your tow vehicle and the trailer coupler is prop-
erly connected to the hitch-ball. Use the checklist
at the end of these instructions. If you suspect or
detect something is wrong, contact the nearest
Rayco Dealer.
SAFETY ChAINS
The purpose of the safety chains is to keep
the trailer connected to your tow vehicle in the
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