Floe 500-95500-00, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Page 1 Owner s manual Featuring FLOE s exclusive Versa Track System 8 ATV Pro Tilt Trailer 8 10 All Terrain Pro Utility Trailers 10 12 Versa Max Tilt Trailers...

Page 2: ...decide to buy another trailer it is because you want another Floe model Please take the time to read and understand this owner s manual before towing your new trailer The information offered here will...

Page 3: ...se if damaged Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your trailer has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic...

Page 4: ...er Lucas Oil Marine grease is a premium lithium based complex fortified with rust and oxidation inhibitors high pressure additives and provides a high degree of moisture resistance and washout propert...

Page 5: ...disc brakes you will need to remove the brake caliper to remove the rotor Follow separate instructions for disc brake rotor removal 7 Be careful not to allow the bearings to fall out of the hub 8 Cle...

Page 6: ...of the four bolts but do not snug up yet See Fig 1 and Fig 2 3 Pick a point on the outer edge of the axle s that can be easily measured to on both sides Measure from the center of the coupler to these...

Page 7: ...cle it is important that your hitch coupler is adjusted with the correct amount of force for both smooth and safe trailer performance A loose connection may cause the coupler to disconnect or to rattl...

Page 8: ...ch pin design To tilt simply loosen T bolt remove the safety cotter pin and slide clamp forward Slide back on replace cotter pin and tighten when finished loading or unloading 1 Loosen Knob on undersi...

Page 9: ...Never load or unload your trailer unless it is properly connected to your tow vehicle 2 It is imperative that your tow vehicle and trailer are parked on level even ground Loading while parked on an i...

Page 10: ...r assembly onto the rod until 1 of thread is sticking out the top of lever assembly See Fig 5 3 Before using the Versa Lock to secure a load read and understand the instructions on how to use it VERSA...

Page 11: ...ersa Track See Fig 7 Use your other hand to push down on lever assembly while still pulling up on handle Pulling the handle up keeps the tie down assembly in vertical position and allows it to clamp d...

Page 12: ...be replaced without having to splice or replace the remaining wiring harness Wire harness is run through the trailer frame to keep it protected from the elements To ensure trouble free use periodicall...

Page 13: ...ting to check the oil levels in the hubs transparent caps c Exceeding 40 000 miles without changing the oil in the hubs Axle a Powder Coated clear road salt off after using trailer to prolong life of...

Page 14: ...ould maintain proper tire pressure observe tire and vehicle load limits avoid road hazards and regularly inspect your tires NOTE Use the following information to make tire safety a regular part of you...

Page 15: ...res slowly release air by gently pressing on the tire valve stem with the edge of your tire gauge until you get to the correct pressure Step 4 If the tire pressure is too low note the difference betwe...

Page 16: ...the life of your tires and prevents your car from veering to the right or left when driving on a straight level road These adjustments require special equipment and should be performed by a qualified...

Page 17: ...hould wear twice as long as a tire grade of 200 Traction grades are an indication of a tire s abil ity to stop on wet pavement A higher graded tire should allow you to stop your car on wet roads in a...

Page 18: ...31st week of 1997 The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer s discretion This information is used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall Next number This two digi...

Page 19: ...dwear Number This number indicates the tire s wear rate The higher the treadwear number is the longer it should take for the tread to wear down For ex ample a tire graded 400 should last twice as long...

Page 20: ...hat is located on the forward half of the left road side of the unit This certification VIN label will indicate the trailer s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR This is the most weight the fully loaded...

Page 21: ...t Rating of the trailer on your trailer s VIN Certification label 3 Subtract the empty weight of your trailer from the GVWR stated on the VIN label That weight is the maximum available cargo capacity...

Page 22: ...rim in a manner that encloses the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolan...

Page 23: ...anical device which when a non pneumatic tire assembly incorporates a wheel supports the tire and attaches either integrally or separably to the wheel center member and upon which the tire is attached...

Page 24: ...mended inflation pressure This is the inflation pressure provided by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire Information label and on the Certification VIN tag Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate...

Page 25: ...y not incorporating a wheel a mechanical device which attaches either integrally or separably to the non pneumatic tire and provides the connection between tire and the vehicle Wheel holding fixture T...

Page 26: ...ed You will also find this number on the vehicle information placard expressed in kilopascals kpa which is the metric measure used internationally Manufacturers of passenger vehicles and light trucks...

Page 27: ...t about the correct size to choose consult with the tire dealer 1 5 6 TIRE TREAD The tire tread provides the gripping action and traction that prevent your vehicle from slipping or sliding especially...

Page 28: ...mber is the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Next number This two or three digit number is the tire s l...

Page 29: ...manufacturers also must indicate the materials in the tire which include steel nylon polyester and others Maximum Load Rating This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can b...

Page 30: ...sure when the tire is used as a single Load Range This information identifies the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 1 6 TIRE SAFETY TIPS Preventing Tire Damage Slow down if yo...

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Page 32: ...ff trailer load Also improves aerodynamics and reduces wind resistance of trailer Must be removed while loading to enable you to use tie down bars Shown with two sets of motorcycle wheel chocks Shown...

Page 33: ...s in keeping the trailer in a tilted position while driving recreational vehicles on Ramp salt shield combination Attaches to the front of a V Front trailer to help keep road grime of trailer load Eac...

Page 34: ...f this manual Why are my tires wearing unevenly 1 Unequal side to side loading Refer to Proper Loading and Unloading section of this manual 2 Axle is not aligned properly Refer to Axle Assembly sectio...

Page 35: ...m load capacity It is important that this capacity is not exceeded If upgrading 10 ramp trailers to 13 tires spacer blacks must be used Standard Tires Upgrades ___________________ Model GVWR lbs kgs G...

Page 36: ...ture Contact manufacturer for any warranty issues on tires DECKING One year Warranty is provided by plywood manufacturer A lifetime warranty against damage as a result of fungal decay or rot as well a...

Page 37: ...s warranty covers only the cost for replacement of materials due to defects in materials or workmanship and represents the only waranty authorized by us In order to receive performance under this warr...

Page 38: ..._____________________________________ L ROLL IN DOCK DECKING IS L CEDAR L CARPETED L ALUMINUM L FLOATING DOCK DECKING IS L CEDAR L ALUMINUM NOTE Please list SIZE for each Dock Component SIZE ______x__...

Page 39: ...ensity polyethylene trailer body It can haul and be towed by ATVs and is great for yard work hunting camping cabin travel construction rental shopping and almost any other use imaginable MODULAR Secti...

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