Owner`s manual

Corsair Foiler 2200 Owner’s Manual - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30
Open solenoid valve. The normally open solenoid
valve is installed "in line" near the master cylinder.
With the normally open solenoid valve, if the trailer is
stopped in a downhill attitude, some positive pressure
will remain in the brake line. When the back-up light
is energized, the solenoid valve merely traps the pres-
surized brake fluid, which may or may prohibit back-
ing up the trailer. With the Normally Closed solenoid,
the problem of trapping fluid is eliminated because the
trapped fluid is returned to the master cylinder. This is
a high-pressure brake system. Be sure to bleed brake
system thoroughly. The disc brake manufacturer rec-
ommends bleeding the system again after the first 100
miles of towing.
Used & Service Tips for Bearing Buddy
Bearing Buddy prevents wheel-bearing failure because
it keeps water and other contaminants out of wheel
hubs. The spring-loaded piston in the Bearing Buddy,
pushing against the grease inside the hub holds a slight
(3psi), constant pressure inside the hub. Because there
is always more pressure inside the hub then outside
(even when the trailer is submerged) water cannot
enter. For Bearing Buddy to function properly, hubs
must be completely filled with grease. Your hubs have
been filled at the factory, however it is always a good
idea to check the Hubs.
Hitch
Always check your tow vehicle's hitch, ball, and the
trailer coupler for signs of wear or damage. Replace
any parts that are worn or damaged before towing.
Know your trailer weight plus the added weight of the
boat, motor, fuel, and gear. Do not exceed the lesser of
coupler, vehicle, ball, or trailer weight ratings. Use
only the ball diameter indicated on your coupler. Use
of any other ball diameter will create an extremely dan-
gerous condition, which can result in separation of the
coupler and ball or ball failure. Be sure that the cou-
pler is secured to the hitch ball and the lever lock is
down tight and locked. Be sure that the ball clamp is
properly nested under the ball and not sitting on the top
of the ball.
DRIVING TIPS
On long, gentle downhill grades try to avoid down-
shifting. Running in a low gear (which uses the engine
as a brake) can actuate the trailer's surge brakes con-
tinuously for the duration of the grade, causing them to
overheat. Better procedures is slow down before the
start of the downgrade run and maintain a controlled
downhill speed with repeated application and release
of tow vehicle (and thus trailer) brakes. This technique
permits the brake to cool down between applications.
This will help ensure reserve-braking capacity in an
emergency.
On moderate and steep sections of road, downshifting
into lower gears may be necessary and desirable to
help speed control. Again, slow down before the grade
and keep vehicle speed under control.
Do not stay on the brakes continuously
because they can overheat. Don't hesi-
tate to pull over when possible during or
after severe braking situations to let
everything cool down.
Running a stretch of highway where you
don't brake is the quickest way to cool
down the brake system because a high
volume of air flows over the brakes to
cool them.
Before launching, if the brakes are hot, it
is a good idea to let them cool down.
The sudden change in temperature
caused by submerging hot brakes in cool
water stresses the parts and may cause
damage.
If you are new to trailering your boat, it
is best to practice before actually getting in a situation
where you are not sure of your ability. IF possible use
a trailer without a boat to practice with as you can see
the trailer's movement without the boat. Also, your
vision will not be impaired by the boat's presence.