Trailer Valet 5X User manual

Operating Manual
The most advanced trailer dolly on the planet

WARNING
injury to persons and property for which the
manufacturer cannot be held liable.
Table of Contents
SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................. 3
WHAT’S IN THE BOX.............................................................................................3
WARNINGS...........................................................................................................4
OVERVIEW............................................................................................................5
ASSEMBLY...........................................................................................................
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INSTALLATION.....................................................................................................
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................... 8-
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WARRANTY.........................................................................................................
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MAINTANENCE...................................................................................................
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Specifications
The Trailer Valet is made of high strength steel and given a powder coat finish
made to resist corrosion from the elements and marine use. When cared for
properly, it will provide years of service. Trailer Valet mounts to the side of trailer
tongue. Once mounted to your trailer, the Trailer Valet makes maneuvering your
trailer much easier than your old jack. Hitching and unhitching, leveling, and
moving is now done with precision. The Trailer Valet 5X is designed for trailers up
to 5,000 lbs. The Trailer Valet is for use only on paved surfaces or compacted
gravel and soils that are free of debris.
Wheel size: 8 inches
Jack range: 16 inches
Tongue max weight: 500 lbs.
Trailer max weight: 5,000 lbs.
Weight: 50 lbs.
Maximum dimensions: 28” H x 14” L x 7.5”
Patented under US Patent number 6,619,671 and 6,739,601.

What’s In The Box
Before assembling your Trailer Valet, double check that you have all the parts and
tools you’ll need. Included in the box:
1 -- Assembled Trailer Valet
4 -- Lock washers
1 -- Drive handle (Part Number 4)
1-- Mounting bracket (Part Number 20)
2-- Trailer mount clamp (Part Number 21)
1 -- Rotation pin (Part Number 23)
1 -- Owner’s manual
4 -- Washers
4 -- Bolts and nuts
1-- Stow pin (Part Number
22) 1 -- Security bolt (Part
Number 21b)
Tools that you will need:
2-- Crescent wrench
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Warnings
Always read and understand your drill/driver
operator’s
Before each use of the Trailer Valet, check for
damaged parts. Carefully inspect the device for
any part that
device. Do not modify the device or use the device for appears to be damaged to determine if the device
will operate properly. Check for alignment and
secure
exceed the designated weight limits. aligned, secured or both, DO NOT use the device. We
Do not operate the device while under the influence of
replaced by a qualified technician.
your ability to operate the device.
When servicing, use only factory replacement
parts.
As with all devices with moving parts, do not wear This product is not intended to be used as a transport
excessively loose clothing, as it may become caught,
Have wheel blocks ready in case of emergency.
Have a second person guide your trailer’s movements Never exceed the maximum rated capacity. Refer
to the while using the Trailer Valet to avoid property damage,
Operator and bystanders should never place any part of the body under or in the path of any por on
of this product or the load being supported or moved. side forces may cause failure and must be
avoided.
This product must be installed and used in strict The use of gloves is recommended while a aching the
device to the trailer.
Always remember to set the brakes before leaving or if The Trailer Valet is designed for use on solid surfaces
or you are having trouble maintaining control of the trailer. compact gravel and grass. DO NOT use the product
on excessively soft surfaces or muddy terrain, since the DO NOT use the Trailer Valet on slopes and inclines.
device will not be able to gain traction. If there is no In preparing this manual, we strive to cover all possible
traction despite being on a solid surface, consider
conditions that the customer may encounter when
using the Trailer Valet. The operator of the product
must
lowering the Trailer Valet further or shifting more of
the weight of your trailer forward.
exercise common sense, caution and full judgment when DO NOT submerge the Trailer Valet in water (salt or
fresh)
assessing situations not covered or cautioned in this
manual.
or leave it in water for prolonged periods, since this
can damage the gears and erode lubricants.
especially in narrow or poorly visible areas.
rated capacity. If uncertain, contact Customer
Support at 626-400-6299 or visit the website
www.trailervalet.com.

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Overview

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PART DIAGRAM:
1. Axle Yoke Assembly 2.
ACME Jack Assembly
3. Jack Crank
4. Drive Handle
5. Steering/Brake Handle
6. Brake Cap Assembly
7. Left Bearing Housing
8. Right Bearing Housing
9. Gear Cover
10. Low Gear Driveshaft
11. High Gear Driveshaft
12. Drive Shaft Bearing
13. Brake Engagement
Lever
14. Axle Bearings
15. Drive Wheel
16. Follow Wheel
17. Axle Gear
18. Low Gear Chain
19. High Gear Chain
20. Trailer Mount Bracket
21. Trailer Mount
Clamp
21b.Safety Bolt
22. Stow Pin
23. Rotation Pin

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Assembly

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Installation
The safest way to install the
Trailer Valet !! WARNINGWARNING
is while the trailer is securely mounted to
your vehicle or mounted on an exis ng jack.
Crank Handle
Items sold separately:
Standard Drill/Driver (minimum drive
torque
Drill A achment (available at
www.trailervalet.com)
2) Upon removing the dolly from packaging, it is
very important to thoroughly inspect all
parts of the system before using the device.
Any part that is missing or damaged must be
immediately replaced. Contact Trailer Valet
Customer Service at 1-626-400-6299.
Only use the !!
WARNINGWARNING
in the box
Step 1: CHOOSE A LOCATION ON THE
TONGUE WHERE
THE TRAILER VALET CAN FREELY ROTATE
FROM ITS VERTICAL POSITION TO ITS
HORIZONTAL STOW POSITION.
The moun ng bracket has 7 holes to fit a variety
of trailer frames. Have a tongue clearance of at
least 13 inches off the ground before installing
the bracket. Set aside 8 inches of space on the
tongue for the moun ng bracket.
WARNING!! WARNING The Trailer Valet is
only to be installed on trailer tongues that
are rectangular in pro file.
Valet as it will rotate, allowing the trailer
to drop.
Step 2: INSTALL THE MOUNTING BRACKET
1) Place the moun ng bracket (Part Number 20)
and clamps (Part Number 21) onto the area
of the tongue you designated in Step 1, and
secure onto the tongue with the 4 bolts, each
bolt having one washer, one spring washer
and one nut. Do not completely ghten the
bolts yet.
NOTE: It is recommended that you make
sure the Trailer Valet will have the
necessary clearance from the ground to
operate and rotate into the stow
2)
NOTE: The trailer should be high enough
so that the Trailer Valet is at least 1 inch
off the ground at this stage of installa on.
If the Trailer Valet is not high enough,
adjust trailer height or moun ng bracket
and test again.
3)Evenly and firmly ghten the 4 bolts.
S ep 3: SECURE THE TRAILER VALETt
Set the stow pin to secure the Trailer Valet and set the
in
Things you will need to operate your Trailer Valet:
Trailer Valet
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square inch) prior to use. Do not use the device if the res are damaged due to its failure to hold air.
Check re pressure before using the Trailer Valet for the first me, since air pressure might have been
lost in transit.
Operating Instructions
In this guide, you are shown the basic
fundamentals
use of your Trailer Valet. Knowing the
proper dollying techniques can help keep
you and others around you safe. Apply
your knowledge of your Trailer Valet and
the basic
Using the Trailer Valet
Step 1: SECURE THE TRAILER VALET
Mount the Trailer Valet onto the moun ng
bracket, drop
Step 2: RAISE THE TRAILER VALET
Remove the rota on pin (Part Number 23)
from the bo om of the jack and turn the
crank (Part Number 3) to raise the trailer up
off the hitch ball, if a ached to a towing
vehicle.
NOTE: Some hitching mechanisms can
become stuck to the ball. Slightly rocking the
trailer will loosen the
are aware of the stability of the load.
Raise the trailer gradually un l the exis ng jack is
above ground (during first use and un l you ar
comfortable with using the Trailer Valet) and
the trailer is completely supported by the
Trailer Valet.
NOTE: Keeping the trailer jack close to the
ground prevents serious damages from occuring
due to unexpected failures.
unable to hold the weight, lower the jack and
remove the device to check air pressure.
Step 4: MOVE THE TOWING VEHICLE
Once the hitch ball of the towing vehicle is
detached from the trailer coupler and the
Trailer Valet fully hoists the trailer, move the
towing vehicle away from the trailer.
NOTE: Driving the Trailer Valet with the jack
extended will cause excessive wear on the jack
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damage. Always lower the jack to its lowest
height before moving your trailer with the
Trailer Valet.
Step 6: ATTACH YOUR PREFERRED DRIVER
1) A ach the drive handle to the low or medium
gear of the drivesha .
drill/driver manufacturer’s recommenda ons.
DO NOT use a drill on the high gear drivesha
of the Trailer Valet.
If you are using a cordless drill, be sure your
WARNING
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socket to your drill/driver.
Connect the drill
1)
2)
Secue
the chuck of your drill around the drill socket
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Operating Instructions
The drill can loosen and cause injury.
3) If using a corded drill/driver, verify that the
power
on the Trailer Valet or moving vehicle will
not damage the cords or that the cords
cannot be stepped on, tripped over, or
otherwise subjected to damage or 4) Align
and insert the drill socket to the low gear
Step 7: RAISE THE STEERING HANDLE AND
ROTATE THE DRIVESHAFT
! WARNING Hold the drill/driver firmly
when engaging.
Re-Hitching Your Trailer
Step 1: CONNECT YOUR TRAILER TO THE
HITCH BALL
1) the ground.
2) Remove any wheel
blocks below the trailer.
3) guide the trailer un l the
coupler is above the hitch ball of the towing
vehicle.
4) hitch ball, and lock the
coupler.
Step 2: REMOVE THE TRAILER
VALET 1) Remove the
drill/drive handle.
2)Lower the exis ng jack un l the Trailer Valet is
above ground.
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Operating Instructions
2) Restore the stow and rota on pins through the The Trailer Valet 5X comes with a security bolt (Part
horizontal holes. This will allow the Trailer Valet to Number 21b) that is an op on to secure the device
remain a ached on the trailer while being towed while trailering. If you travel with the 5X and choose to
and ready for reuse. use it, the bolt a aches through the back of the
misuse of the Trailer Valet.

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moun ng bracket and ghtens into the tube of the 5X.
Make sure this bolt is loaded onto both the Trailer Valet
and the moun ng bracket, along with the rotation and
stow pins, before trailering.
Warranty
One-Year Warranty (”Warranty”). SuperTech S. Corp. (”We” or “Us”) warrants to the original consumer purchaser only (”You”) that
the producctd will be free from material defects in both material and workmanship, ordinary wear and tear excepted, provided that
installa on and use of the product is in accordance with product instruc ons. There are no other warran es, expressed or implied,
including the warranty of merchantability or fitness for a par cular purpose. This warranty is not transferrable.
Limita ons on the Warranty. This Warranty does not cover: (a) normal wear and tear; (b) damage through abuse, neglect,
misuse, natural events, con ngencies beyond Our control or as a result of any accident; (c) damage from misapplica on, overloading
or improper installa on; (d) improper maintenance and repair; (e) damage as a result from the shipping and handling by third-party
vendors; and (f) product altera on in any manner by anyone other than Us, with the sole excep on of altera ons made pursuant to
product instruc ons and in a workmanlike manner.
Obliga ons of Purchaser. To make a Warranty claim, contact Us by mail or in person at 2368 Peck Road, City of Industry, CA 90601
or 1-626-400-6299, iden fy the product by model number and follow the claim instruc ons that will be provided.
If it is necesssary to ship the Product to Us, you may either (1) pay for your own shipping, or (2) include a request to mail
You a shipping label as part of Your claim. Any returned product replaced by Us becomes our property. Please retain Your
purchase receipt to verify date of purchase and that You are the original consumer purchaser. The Product and a copy of
the purchase receipt must be provided to Us in order to process Your Warranty claim.
Refund Policy. If you purchased the product through us and wish to return the Product for a refund, contact Us, provide a
reason for your return and follow the instruc ons that will be provided. We will inspect the Product and, if it is in an
acceptable condi on, process a refund minus a 15 percent re-stocking fee. If you purchased the Product through a third-
party vendor, your ac ons are subject to the policies of the vendor; contact the vendor for further informa on.
Remedy Limits. Product replacement is Your sole remedy under this Warranty. We shall not be liable for service or labor

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Governing Law. This Warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You also may have other rights which vary from state to state.
This Warranty is governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to rules pertaining to conflicts of law.
Maintenance
Check
Before First
Before Each
Use
Every 90
Days
Read and understand your drill/driver operator’s
Keep device free from contaminants.
Use the cleaning towel provided to remove any
dirt and debris.
front cover of the device.
The Trailer Valet is made of high strength steel and given a powder coat finish made to resist
corrosion. However, if the device is used in a marine environment or where road salt is
encountered, rinse off the interior and exterior with fresh water and allow to dry. DO NOT
SUBMERGE THE TRAILER VALET IN WATER, as this can damage the gears and erode
lubricants.

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SUPERTECH S. CORP.
2368 Peck Road
Industry, CA 90601
Customer Service: 1-626-
400-6299 Email:
[email protected]m
or visit:
www.TrailerValet.com