Trailer Hookup for Premier #270 Air Pintle Hitch
- Chock the front and rear tires of the trailer.
- Pull the pawl out toward the left as far as it will go
and then rotate it upward. Holding the pawl in place, rotate the latch
upward near the underside of the pawl, then release the pawl. The
underside ledge of the pawl will catch the flat front surface of the
latch, interlocking the two into the open position. See Fig..
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Pawl
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Latch
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Pintle Hook
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Mounting Plate
Fig. 1, Premier #270 Air Pintle Hitch
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- Back up the vehicle until the drawbar eye is over the pintle hook.
- Lower the trailer, until the drawbar eye rests on the pintle hook.
- Rotate the handle of the pawl upward, releasing the latch. The latch should rotate downward by itself until stopped by the pintle. Then allow the pawl to rotate downward until it engages the latch at its matching machined face.
- Connect the trailer electrical and air lines.
Notice: Always make sure the connection hanger keeps the trailer air hoses and electrical cables positioned so that they do not rub on anything. Rubbing may wear through hoses or cables, resulting in air leaks, or exposed or broken wires, potentially affecting trailer brake or electrical systems.
Note: There are two tests for proper latching. First, attempt to rotate the pawl directly up. The pawl should not open. Second, apply an upward force to the bottom of the latch. There should only be minimal movement and the latch should not open. If the pawl or latch does not stay closed, do not use until it has been repaired or replaced.