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PAGE 10 —DCA-150SSKII— PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (05/08/01)
DCA-150SSKII — TOWING
Figure 1. Generator with Trailer
To reduce the possibility of an accident while transporting
the generator on public roads, always make sure that the
trailer that supports the generator and the towing vehicle
are in good operating condition and both units are
mechanically sound.
The following list of suggestions should be used when towing
your generator:
CAUTION :
Towing Safety Precautions
■
ALWAYS attach trailer's safety chain to bumper of towing
vehicle.
■
ALWAYS make sure that the vehicle and trailer
directional, backup, brake, and trailer lights are
connected properly and are working properly.
■
Remember the maximum speed unless otherwise posted
for highway towing is 45 MPH. Recommended off-road
towing is not to exceed 10 MPH or less depending on
type of terrain.
■
Place
chocked blocks
underneath wheel to prevent
rolling,
while parked.
■
Place
support blocks
underneath the trailer's bumper to
prevent
tipping
, while parked.
■
Use the trailer's hand winch to adjust the height of the
trailer, then insert locking pin to lock wheel stand in
place, while parked.
■
Avoid sudden stops and starts. This can cause skidding,
or jackknifing. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will
improve gas milage.
■
Avoid sharp turns to prevent rolling.
■
Remove wheel stand when transporting.
■
DO NOT transport generator with fuel in tank.
Check with your county or state safety
towing regulations department before
towing your generator.
■
Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle
are rated equal to, or greater than the trailer "gross vehicle
weight rating" (GVWR).
■
ALWAYS inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. NEVER
tow a trailer with defective hitches, couplings, chains
etc.
■
Check the tire air pressure on both the towing vehicle
and the trailer. Also check the tire tread wear on both
vehicles.
■
ALWAYS make sure the trailer is equipped with a "Safety
Chain".
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