2011 MasterCraft Trailer Manual

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If the breakaway cable is accidentally pulled and the brakes applied, determine why ithappened and fix the problem. Inadvertent setting of the brakes by pulling the breakawaycable is a common mistake. To prevent light pulls from accidentally setting trailer brakesa small metal clip has been installed on breakaway cables in front of the indicator bead.The clip will not inhibit the action of the breakaway mechanism during actual breakawayconditions. However, if breakaway should occur, the clip will be destroyed and should bereplaced. Spare clips are available through authorized MasterCraft dealers.To retract the breakaway cable, slide the coupler fully forward and push up on the pushrod release bracket located on the underside and behind the hitch ball socket. This allowsthe bead to retract into the actuator. This releases the trailer brakes. Install a new clip onthe breakaway cable in front of the bead.Checking and resetting the breakaway cable:If pushing up on the bracket does not release the brakes or it is hard to push, insert a prybar into the 5/16” hole behind the bracket. Use the pry bar to (gently) stroke the push rodbackwards and relieve the load on the bracket. Push up on the bracket and hold it up whilereleasing the pry bar.The push rod releasebracket shouldnow move freely andbrakes should be released.Check to be certainthe actuator isreset. Extend the actuatorfully. Removethe cap from the top of the actuator and pull the plug from the top of the reservoir cover.While looking at the fluid in the reservoir, manually compress the actuator. In the first 1/8”of coupler movement the fluid in the reservoir should splash or ripple slightly. If it does, theactuator is working properly.Stroking the push rod to release the brakes:If the brakes cannot be released using the method described above, or if the push rodrelease bracket will not move, it is damaged beyond serviceability. Contact an authorizedMasterCraft dealer for assistance and replacement parts.How to install the breakaway cable clip:The breakaway cable clip is installed on the breakaway cable to prevent inadvertent pressurizationof the trailer brakes if the cable is lightly pulled by accident. If the breakaway cable ispulled during an emergency situation, the clip will be destroyed. The breakaway system mustbe reset by pushing up on the tab located under the coupler and the clip must be replaced.To install a new clip,open the latch handleand pull enough cableout of the coupler bodyto make the installationof the clip easier.The clip must be installedon the cablein front of the indicatorbead as shown inthe illustration.(NOTE:Some couplers do notrequire a clip. VerifyMasterCraft Trailer Manual • Page 7
with your authorized MasterCraftdealer whether your model hasthe clip.) Hold the clip with a setof pliers and insert over the cable.Use a second set of pliers to gentlyclose the opened end of theclip. The clip should be free tomove on the cable.The breakaway system reset tab must bepushed up after the clip installation andanytime the cable has been pulled.trailer winch assemblyMaintain a firm grip on the winch handle at alltimes. Never release the handle when the ratchetlevel is in the unlocked position with a load on thewinch because the handle will spin forcefully underthese conditions, which may cause serious injury.Prior to each use of the winch, check for the properratchet operation. Do not use the winch if it is damaged.Seek immediate repairs.Never use the winch handle as a handle for pulling ormaneuvering the entire trailer or other equipment. Neverpull on the winch handle against a locked ratchet.Never exceed the rated capacity of the winch. Excessive loads may cause premature failure.Never apply a load on the winch with the strap fully extended. Keep at least two full turnsof the strap that’s on the reel.Inspect the condition of the winch strap. Using a damaged or worn winch strap mayresult in serious injury or damage.It is not recommended to use the winch as the sole method for loading the boat ontothe trailer. However, it is a satisfactory assistant in the event of engine power loss.Check the winch straps frequently. The strength in these can deteriorate from exposureto weather, ozone and ultraviolet light. If a strap becomes frayed or worn, replace it immediatelywith a new one.A heavy grease should be applied to the gears to provide a free-running drive and tominimize the effort you have to expend to crank the boat onto the trailer.The winch is intended solely as an aid to loading the boat on the trailer. It is notintended or adequate to be the sole means of holding the boat in place while trailering.Proper tie-downs fore and aft must be used.MasterCraft Trailer Manual • Page 8
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