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17
Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance
This trailer was produced with the best available materials and quality craftsmanship. However, you as the owner,
have certain responsibilities for the correct care of the equipment. Attention to regular preventative maintenance
procedures will assist in preserving the performance of your equipment.
Axles, Hubs and Brakes
Maintenance for axles, hubs and brakes is extremely important for protecting the longevity of your trailer. It is
extremely important for your personal safety and the protection of others. Follow the maintenance schedule
exactly as described.
Please, never shortcut axle, hub and brake service and maintenance.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Tire Air Pressure
Inflate to proper pressure indicated on sidewall Every Trip
Wheel Lugs, Bolts & Nuts
Tighten to proper torque specifications Every 3000 mi or 3 mos.*
Wheel
Check for damage and or out-of-round Every 6000 mi or 6 mos.
Coupler Ball
Check for sufficient lube.
Check lock mechanism.
Check for unusual wear.
Every trip
Safety Chains at Hitch Ball
Check for abrasion, distortion and general integrity
of links.
Every trip
Coupler
Check for proper fastening & hitch pin in position
and secure.
Every trip
Brakes
Check for proper adj
ustment & operation Every trip
Breakaway Switch
Test switch operation and connections Every trip
Breakaway Battery
Pull switch pin, check charge indica tor light Every trip
Load Distribution
Check load distribution & security Every trip
Leveling Jacks
Check fastenings. Lube. Every trip
Welds
Check all weld beads for cracks or separations Every 6000 mi. or 6 mos.
Hinges
Grease zerks with a Lithium complex grease Every 3000 mi. or 3 mos.
Tie Down Devices
Check for fractu
ring, distortion and improper
anchoring.
Every 3000 mi., or 3 mos.
Electrical: Lights & Signals
Check to make sure all are working properly.
Replace burned out bulbs.
Every trip
* Check lug nuts for tightness before initial trip, at 10 miles, 25 miles and 50 miles. Recheck at leas t every 3 months or 3000 miles
9.801-301.0 Operator’s Manual, Trailer - Kärcher TRS-3500-S - D
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