sylvansport go EASY User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome
Welcome to GO Easy.........................................................................3
Let’s get ready to GO
A great adventure takes Preparation .................................................4
Important notes about using This User Guide ...................................4
Pre-trip preparations
Preparation overview .........................................................................5
Pre-trip checklist ................................................................................5
Tool-kit................................................................................................7
Towing guidelines
Towing overview.................................................................................7
Determine the weight of the GO Easy (before and after loading) ......8
Qualifying your tow vehicle ................................................................8
Preparing your tow vehicle.................................................................9
System Diagram
Features and components diagram .................................................10
Suspension System
Suspension System overview ..........................................................12
Tires and wheels ..............................................................................12
Spare Tire ........................................................................................12
Torsion Axle......................................................................................12
Self-lubricating Wheel Bearings.......................................................12
Maintenance ....................................................................................13
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................13
GO Easy Rack System
Rack System overview.....................................................................14
Loading and disconnecting racks.....................................................14
Maintenance ....................................................................................14
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................14
Electrical System
Electrical System overview ..............................................................15
Preparing your vehicle .....................................................................15
Maintenance ....................................................................................15
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................15
Frame
Frame overview ...............................................................................16
Maintenance ....................................................................................16
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................16
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WELCOME
Congratulations on your purchase of the SylvanSport GO Easy.
Good times lie ahead.
Your new GO Easy is a unique vehicle designed to take you and your
gear on many adventures. It has been engineered and manufactured to
the highest standards.
Please review this User Guide carefully.
Maintenance
General maintenance overview .......................................................16
Cleaning...........................................................................................16
Long term storage and winterization................................................17
Obtaining Service.............................................................................17
Accessories
SylvanSport Accessories overview ..................................................17
Important Paperwork
Warranty...........................................................................................18
 Changeofownershipnotication.....................................................21
Contact Information for SylvanSport
Addresses and phone numbers .......................................................21
Websites ..........................................................................................21
Important Consumer Information
Reporting safety defects in the U.S. ................................................21
Insurance
Insurance overview ..........................................................................22
Technical data ..................................................................................23
Travel Records and Notes ...................................................................24
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GO Easy Essential
GO Easy Ultimate

PR E -TR I P PR E PA R AT ION S
PREPARATION OVERVIEW
BeforeleavingonyourrsttripwithyournewGOEasy,readthe
information in this User Guide very carefully. After reading through the
UserGuide,runthroughthefollowingchecklistatleastonce.(Ifyou
needtoreferenceanyofthesectionstohelpyoualongtheway,there
is an overview at the beginning of each section designed to give you a
quick refresher.)
PRE-TRIP CHECKLIST
Loading: Properly load and secure (with straps) your GO Easy
campingtrailerbycarefullyandevenlydistributingtheweight,
properlyfollowingaccessoryequipment(Thule,Yakima,etc.)
guidelines,andnotexceedingthetrailer’scapacity.(seeTowing
Guidelines)
Wheel Lug Nuts:Checkthetorqueonyourwheelsbeforeyourrst
trip,75-85ftlbs.Theyshouldbecheckedandretorquedaftertherst
10,25and50miles,whenyourGOEasyisnew.(seeSuspension
System)
Tire Ination: Tires leave the factory at the recommended pressure
of30psi.Tohelpinsurethatyoudon’trunintoprematureoruneven
tirewear,alwayscheckthetirepressurebeforeheadingoutonthe
road. (see Suspension System)
Trailer Coupler: Do a visual check to make sure the trailer coupler
issecurelylatchedtothetowvehicle’sballhitchandtheindicator
marker is in the “green/+” section. Make sure that you have a 2” ball.
Make sure the ball is tight and that a proper engagement has been
made. The handle will drop and the indicator will show a “+” symbol
when proper engagement has been made. (see Towing Guidelines)
Electrical: Attachthe4-wireconnectortothetowvehicle’smating
electrical outlet. Check to see that all trailer lights are functioning
properly. Check the connection to the tow vehicle to assure a tight
t.Checkthelightstomakesuretheyarefunctioningproperly
(including brakes and turn signals). Make sure the cable is not close
to or dragging on the ground. (see Electrical System)
Safety Cables: Connect safety cables properly by crossing them
underthetrailer’stongueandfasteningthemtothetowvehicle
chassis or hitch receiver. Make sure there is a positive connection
and that the clip is fully engaged.
LET’S GET READY TO GO
PREPARATION
Nowthatyouhavetheultimategearhaulingadventuretrailer,youare
almostreadytohittheroad.Ofcourse,thereareafewthingsyouwill
need to know before you go. Preparation and a good working knowledge
of the GO Easy are very important. Time should be taken to carefully
review everything in the User Guide.
USING THIS USER GUIDE
AsyoureadthroughtheUserGuide,youwillencounterthefollowing
items:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
ignored, could result in serious injury or death.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
ignored, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may
also be used to alert against any unsafe practices
Means that there is a possibility of damage to the
GO Easy if instructions are not followed.
Indicates a point of particular interest for more
convenient or efcient operation.
Illustrations and photos in this User Guide are designed to assist you in
understandinglocations,functionality,andoperationaldetailsofyourGO
Easy trailer.
IfserviceorrepairisrequiredforyourGOEasy,pleaserefertothe
website www.sylvansport.com for the most up to date information on
service,locationsandwarranty.Ifyoudonothaveaccesstotheinternet,
you can always call [phone] and speak to a customer service
representative.
SylvanSport,Inc.reservestherighttochangespecications,designor
materials of its products at any time without notice or incurring any obligation
to incorporate such changes in any product previously manufactured.
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TOOL KIT
Beforeleavingonyourrsttripitisagoodideatoputtogetheryourown
tool-kit that contains the following items:
• 19mm (3/4”) Lug Wrench or 19mm (3/4”) socket (for lug nuts)
• Socket set with metric sockets (13mm)
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Tire Pressure Gauge
• Electrical Tape
• Duct Tape
Do NOT climb on or get inside the plastic storage box.
Suffocation can occur if a person is locked inside a
storage box.
Be sure to take the tool-kit and User Guide with you
on every trip.
TOWING GUIDELINES
TOWING OVERVIEW
The SylvanSport GO Easy is a remarkably light and well handling trailer.
Below are the key steps for assuring an enjoyable experience and
avoiding potential problems.
• Know the total weight of your GO Easy and the gear you are hauling.
• Qualify your tow vehicle to be sure it is capable of carrying the load.
• Prepare your tow vehicle with a hitch system and electrical system.
(2”ball,at4-wireelectrical)
• Learn and practice the basics of driving with a trailer.
Latches, pins and carabiners: Walk around the GO Easy and
check the pin on the tongue to make sure it is secured properly.
Check the two carabiners on the tailgate and make sure they are
secure. Make sure the set pins which secure the top tailgate bar are
securely fastened. Be sure to secure your load with straps wherever
possible.
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PREPARING YOUR TOW VEHICLE
There are two essential areas that need to be addressed in order to
prepareyourvehicletotowyourGOEasy,thehitchsystemandthe
electrical system. This User Guide will not provide information on how
to install either and suggests that you have it done professionally by a
certiedmechanicortrailerserviceprofessional.
In order to properly tow the GO Easy you will need a Class 1 or greater
hitch,withastandard2”ballandat4wirewiringharnessinstalledon
your vehicle. Trailer hitches and wiring harnesses can be installed by
eitheryourselforbyaqualiedthirdpartyinstaller.Thetongueweightof
the GO Easy is approx. 30 lbs.
Keep in mind that careful attention should be paid to avoid damaging the
GOEasy,yourcarorpeople.Driveonalow-trafcroadandgetthe“feel”
ofyourGOEasy.Onceyouarecomfortablegoingforward,turningand
braking,practicebackingup.Backingshouldbedoneslowlytoavoid
jack-kningtheGOEasyanddamagingthehitch.Remember,whenyou
arebackingup,thetrailerwillmoveintheoppositedirectionyouare
turning the steering wheel. Have a friend help you by spotting the trailer
movement.
DETERMINING WEIGHT OF GO EASY ADVENTURE TRAILER
(BEFORE AND AFTER LOADING)
GO EASY WITH 600 LB. AXLE:
GO EASY WITH 800 LB. AXLE
QUALIFYING YOUR TOW VEHICLE
Firstandforemost,youmustknowifyourvehiclecanhaultheload.It
isextremelyimportantthatyoundoutwhatyourtowvehicle’stowing
capacity is. This is usually listed in the vehicle Users Guide. Once you
know the weight capacity of your tow vehicle it is easy to determine how
much additional gear you can load onto your GO Easy.
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SYSTEM DIAGR AM
GO EASY COMPONENTS AND FEATURES DIAGRAM
Molded Storage Pod
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Ergonomic Coupler
Fits 2” Ball
Safety
Cables
Storage
Pod Hatch
Galvanized or
Aluminum Wheels
Steel Tongue
(45” or 75”)
Crossrail system
(not shown)
Rear Marker
Lamps
Removeable
Tailgate
Front Marker Lamps
Slot for
Top Panel
Slots for
Side Panels
Cargo Deck
Optional
Stand
Rear View
Front View
LED Tail Lamps Tailgate
Molded
Fender
Molded
Rear Frame
License Plate
Holder & Light
Tongue Removal Pin
Electrical 4-Wire
Steel Frame
Powder-Coat Finish
Spare Tire:
Not shown

MAINTENANCE
Maintenance on the GO Easy suspension system includes visual
inspectionandlubrication.Whenvisuallyinspectingthesystem,check
tomakesurethetiresappeartobefullyandevenlyinated.Alsobe
surethetreadhasn’tworntoanunsafelevel.Theself-lubricatingwheel
bearingsshouldbeproperlylledwithgrease.Thesparetireshouldalso
beinatedtoinsureitisuseableincaseofemergency.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Q. What if my tires are severely worn?
A: The 4.80-12, two-ply high speed rated tires can be purchased at
most tire suppliers, and mounted to the wheel by them or at a service
station.
Q. What If I notice a lot of grease on my wheels and axle area?
A: Typically, when you ll your self-lubricating wheel bearings, some
grease will nd it’s way out, this is normal. This will be noticeable on
your wheels and should be cleaned up.
Q. What is the proper grease to use for my wheel bearings?
A: Use only a standard #2 Axle Grease.
SUSPENSION SYSTEM
SUSPENSION SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The GO Easy suspension consists of the torsion axle with self-lubricating
bearingsystem,standardgalvanizedorcustomalloywheels,tiresand
anoptionalsparetire/wheel(standardontheUltimateModel,available
ontheEssentialModel),mountedunderneaththedeck.
TIRES AND WHEELS
TheGOEasyuses4.80-12,two-plyhighspeedratedtiresanda
galvanizedsteeloranaluminumalloywheelwithave-boltpattern.
Properinationshouldbemaintained.SylvanSport recommends
keeping the tires inated to 30 psi for best travel performance.
Checktirewearoccasionallytoavoidgettingaat.Wheelsaresecured
using 1/2” - 20 thread lug-nuts. Ensure lug-nuts are tight according to
recommended schedule.
SPARE TIRE
The GO Easy can be equipped with a spare tire mounted under the deck
intherear.Toremovethesparetire,undothetworetentionboltsand
removefrommountingbracket.Removetheattire/wheelandreplace
with spare. The spare is a smaller diameter tire and wheel and it is not
recommended that you travel far with the spare. Repair the tire and
replace the spare as quickly as possible.
TORSION AXLE
The GO Easy comes equipped with a sophisticated torsion axle system.
Asmootherride,independentwheelsuspension,lessimpacton
components and car are all advantages to this suspension system. The
GO Easy torsion axle requires no maintenance other than lubrication
throughtheself-lubricatingwheelbearings.Thelugnuts,usedtoattach
yourwheelstoyouraxleshouldbecheckedandretorquedaftertherst
10,25and50miles,whenyourGOEasyisnew.Afterthat,youshould
check your lug nuts prior to every trip. Failure to do this could cause
wheel loss and an accident.
SELF- LUBRICATING WHEEL BEARINGS
TheGOEasycomesequippedwithDexterbrand,self-lubricatingwheel
bearings.Usestandard#2axlegrease.Removetheblackdustcap,
attachgreaseguntogreasetting,slowlyinjectgreasewhilerotating
wheel until excess is expelled around perimeter of recess. Wipe off the
excess grease and replace cap.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OVERVIEW
TheGOEasyelectricalsystemconsistsofthe4-wireconnector,themain
cable,2LEDambersidemarkerlamps(front),2LEDredsidemarker
lamps(back),2LEDrearstop/tail/turnlightsandalicenseplatelight
located in the tailgate and connected by a waterproof connector.
PREPARING YOUR TOW VEHICLE
Your tow vehicle simply needs to be wired for a standard 4-wire trailer
connection. This is typically done professionally at the time of your
vehicle tow package installation.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance on the electrical system should include frequent visual
inspections,cleaningandtheoccasionalreplacementoflampbulbs,
should they fail. The lights are very easy to remove and replace and
parts can be purchased through Sylvansport.com. The troubleshooting
section gives more detail on replacing parts.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Q. What If none of my lights work at all?
A: Have a professional check the wiring of the tow vehicle to ensure
it’s working properly. Check to be sure there aren’t any cuts, breaks,
etc in the main cable of the GO Easy. If necessary, take it to an
authorized SylvanSport Service Center.
Q. What If one of my side marker lamps is not working?
A: To remove and replace a side marker lamp, simply unscrew the two
screws with a Phillips head screwdriver. Unplug connector and replace
with new lamp. Replace back into plastic housing and screw it back
onto the rear frame or front mounting bracket.
Q. What If one of my stop/tail/turn lamps is not working?
A: To remove and replace a stop/tail/turn lamp, simply unscrew the three
screws with a Phillips head screwdriver. Unplug connector and replace
with new lamp. Replace back into plastic housing and screw it back
onto the rear frame.
GO EASY RACK SYSTEM
RACK SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The GO Easy comes with a square crossrail/load bar rack system and
isdesignedtoacceptmostmajormanufacturersboat,bikeandstorage
rack systems. The load bar system enables you to attach an almost
innitecombinationofboats,bikes,racks,accessoriesandcomponents
to your GO Easy. The GO Easy frame is designed to be compatible with
mostofthemajorrackmanufacturers(Thule,Yakima,etc.)components.
SylvanSport is an authorized Thule dealer and recommends Thule
components,availableattheSylvanSportstoreonsylvansport.com.
LOADING AND DISCONNECTING RACKS
TheGOEasyracksystemisdesignedtocarrybikes,kayaks,boats,
storageboxes,andmore.Alwaysfollowthemanufacturers’instructions
when attaching various rack accessories from the major rack
manufacturers.Neverexceedcombinedmaximumgrossvehicleweight,
as stated on the trailer VIN placard.
Ifyouhaveanyquestionsregardinginstallation,callusat(828)883-
4292.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance on the rack system should only require a visual inspection.
Wheninspectingthesystem,checktomakesurethatnoneoftheparts
are damaged or bent and that all the hardware is present and properly
tightened.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Q. Will every manufacturers rack system t on the GO Easy?
A: The GO Easy is built with 2” diameter, steel frame members. This
standard size allows for the t of most manufacturers load bar
susytems, from which you can attach all manufacturers boat, bike
and travel accessories.
Q. If I’m still having trouble with t, who do i contact?
A: Manufacturers websites provide contact information for their
customer service. If you need to contact SylvanSport, please call us
at 828-883-4292
For updated troubleshooting information on the upper
rack system, please check out www.sylvansport.com
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