ZQ3 Operating Manual - Mounting

UK Quantum Detachable Towball System Operating Manual ZQ3XXXX

General directions for the operation of the vertical detachable towball system

1) This user manual contains information that is essential to ensure safe operation of the systems.

2) We emphasise that a towbar is a safety critical item, which should be used and installed as stated in the installation instructions.

3) The operations should only be performed by hand. (Never use tools of any kind to operate the locking system. This can result in damage of the locking system, after which safe usage can no longer be assured, and the warranty would be invalid).

4) Record the key code number of the attached keys on the product warranty certificate. So that in case of loss, a new key set can be ordered.

5) Check the red / green indication is correct every time before towing. As shown in sketch 3.

6) When used in combination with a coupling head with an integrated stabiliser e.g. ALKO or Winterhoff. Do not use grease on the towball.

7) If the trailer is equipped with a safety cable or brake cable , this must be connected to the
special safety hole that is located in the fixed part of the towbar (making sure that it cannot come into contact with the operation handle).

8) If the towball obscures (even partly) the vehicle registration plate, the towball must be removed at all times when the towbar is not in use.

9) If there are any doubts or concerns regarding the use or operation of the detachable system, please contact your local Witter fitting specialist.

Mounting of vertical detachable towball system. (Refer to the sketches below).

A) Before installing the detachable towball, you must be sure that the operation handle is at “position red”. (In this position the brass roller is “set into” the towball mechanism, or, can be pushed inwards with the fingers). If the operation handle is not in the “position red“ (recessed) the knob should be turned fully clockwise to its end position. The handle should now remain in this position. (Refer to sketch 1).

B) Remove the plastic weather cap and ensure that the receiver is clear of any mud, gravel, road debris etc. Insert the detachable towball into the towbar mounted housing until the large pin through the towball is set in the recess in the towbar mounted housing (refer to sketch 2). Keep your hands away from the locking system. Now pull the towball downwards and towards you whilst holding the mechanism in place, after which the towball will lock automatically. The operation handle will turn to “indication green “ and will also pop out 4 mm (refer to sketch 3). CHECK THIS! (If this is not the case, remove the towball and start again at point “A”).

C) Lock the towball by turning the key anti clockwise (refer to sketch 4). After this, the operation handle can no longer be pushed inwards, also it is no longer possible to turn the handle. If the towball system can be locked this confirms that the towball is correctly installed.It is essential that the indicator is “green” and that the towball is locked (using the key) prior to towing, remember to remove the key from the lock before starting your journey. The towball is then ready to be used. (Refer to sketch 5).