Hi, I'm Sperry hutchinson. Today we're gonna show you how to load your vehicle onto a
tow dolly.
Park the towing vehicle and tow dolly
in line with each other, on level ground and park,
with the engine off and parking brake set.
Make sure the coupler hand wheel is tight and the ball clamp is below the
coupler and closing the hitch ball.
Ensure the safety chains are crossed left to right
are secured using the S-hooks and rubber retainers and do not drag on the ground.
Also, check that the trailer wiring lead is connected.
Now, we can begin to prepare the tow dolly. Prepare the loading ramps
by releasing the latch pins, while pulling the ramps completely out.
Disengage both straps from the ratchet spool by pulling the release lever,
while raising the handle up until it locks. Free the straps,
by pulling them upward and lay them flat on the deck of the tow dolly.
Center the vehicle to be loaded behind the tow dolly.
If assisting during the loading process, do not stand between the towing vehicle
and the tow dolly.
Always stand off to the side. Drive slowly up the ramps
until the vehicle's tires come to rest against the stops.
Before exiting the vehicle, secure the steering wheel,
and ensure the parking brake is not engaged.
Begin securing the vehicle by routing the straps up and over the tires,
making sure they're centered and in contact with both
inner and outer side walls. Align the ratchet with the center of the tire.
Route the strap through the slot on the ratchet spool, making sure at least six
inches
of the strap passes through the spool. Tighten the ratchet, folding the handle
down when done.
Finish securing the vehicle by fastening the security chains to the frame
or other structural member, being sure to avoid any wiring,
hoses or break lines. Be sure to leave a few inches of slack in the chains,
looping them around and, securing them through an open link
using the S-hooks and rubber retainers. The chains may also be twisted to remove
excess slack.
Stow the ramps by lifting them and sliding them back into the tow dolly,
until the latch pins reengage.
Recheck that all components are secure before moving the vehicles
and check again after driving a short distance, and at stops along your journey.
Remember to always wear your seatbelt, adjust your vehicles mirrors,
and slow down while towing. For more information,
visit myuhaul.com or refer to the user's guide available at your U-Haul
store.