2011 MasterCraft Trailer Manual

ing could result in serious injury or death and/orproperty damage. (Page 15)The breakaway system actuators will apply thetrailer brakes if the trailer becomes completelydetached from the tow vehicle while under power.Failure to properly connect the breakaway systemprior to towing may result in serious injury ordeath and/or property damage. (Page 15)The brake lockout bracket must be removed beforetowing or the trailer brakes will not work. (Page 17)Failure to engage the locking pin may result in thecollapse of the jack stand, which could cause seriousinjury or death. (Page 18)Failure to follow maintenance procedures as outlinedin this Owner’s Manual may result in componentfailure. Failure may also result in loss ofcontrol or other malfunction that could potentiallylead to serious injury or death! Such failureis not covered under warranty. (Page 28)Brake pad replacement should be performed by an authorized MasterCraft dealer. Improper padreplacement may decrease braking effectiveness, potentially resulting in a collision as a result offailure to stop the tow vehicle within an acceptable distance. (Page 28)Worn rotors must be replaced. Failure to do so may result in brake failure, which may cause seriousinjury or death. (Page 28)If any of the following potential problems develop, the trailer must be immediately stopped andthe proper corrective action taken before the trailer is placed back in service. Failure to do somay lead to loss of proper trailer braking capability or damage to the trailer and load. (Page 31)If the latch handle does not close freely, DO NOT tow the trailer until the cause of the problemis located and corrected. Forcing the latch handle closed will make opening the latch handleextremely difficult. (Page 32)CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may resultin minor or moderate injury.The breakaway system reset tab must be pushed up after the clip installation and anytime thecable has been pulled. (Page 8)The brake bleeding procedure should be performed only by skilled mechanics. MasterCraft recommendsthat it be completed by an authorized MasterCraft dealer. (Page 17)Important: Do not use brake fluid drained from the brake system to refill the master cylinderreservoir as such fluids contain contaminants from the system that may result in brake failure orcostly repairs. (Page 18)MasterCraft Trailer Manual • Page iv