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Model ET 2000
Operation and Service Manual
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level roll-on loading and roll-off unloading of
equipment with non-tilting
winch driven deck allows one person to load and
unload equipment.
Contents
SAFETY ............................................................... 2
SPECIAL FEATURES .......................................... 2
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................ 3
WARRANTY ......................................................... 3
TRAILER HITCHING ............................................ 5
EQUIPMENT LOADING ....................................... 6
SERVICE .............................................................. 9
PARTS LIST ......................................................... 12
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Load Capacity: 2000 lbs
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lowering deck. The
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SAFETY
Warnings and Cautions
Observe all warning labels on the
trailer. The trailer warning labels
are shown here as a reminder.
Other warnings and cautions are
included in this manual.
Failure to observe all warnings
may result in serious injury or
death. Failure to observe all
cautions may result in equipment
damage.
SPECIAL FEATURES
The Bil-Jax E
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WARNING
Stand clear of trailer while deck is being raised or
lowered. Moving deck will create pinch points
causing serious crushing injury.
WARNING
Stand clear of trailer while deck
is being lowered. Contact with
trailer deck will cause serious
crushing injury.
WARNING
Trailer deck must be fully raised
with transport clamp locked and
pinned before towing trailer.
Failure to comply with these instructions
may result in serious personal injury or
death as well as damage to cargo.
includes all the features of a heavy duty trailer, plus:
Escalator Deck and Winch Adjustable Bumper Bar
Adjustable Hitch Stow-away Trailer Jack
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Model Number ET 2000 Serial Number ________________
Manufactured by: Bil-Jax, Inc.
Rated Capacity 2000 lbs. (907.2 kg) max.
Weight (Empty) 800 lbs. (362.9 kg)
Overall Width 96 in. (243.8 cm)
Overall Length 148 in. (375.9 cm)
Overall Height (Bed Raised) 32 in. (81.3 cm)
Bed Height (Raised) 13-1/2 in. (34.3 cm)
Bed Size (Flat Surface) 58 in. wide x 72 in. long
Overall Bed Size
(Including Ramp)
Ramp Grade 6 degrees
Hitch Size 2 in. (5.08 cm) ball
Suspension Leaf Spring
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RAILER
125 Taylor Parkway
Archbold, Ohio 43502
419.445.9675
Specifications
(147.3 cm wide x 182.9 cm long)
58 in. wide x 86 in. long
(147.3 cm wide x 218.4 cm long)
WARRANTY
Bil-Jax warrants its trailers for one year from the date of delivery against all defect s of material and
workmanship, provided the unit is operated and maintained in com pliance with Bil-Jax’s operating and
maintenance instructions; structur al components are also warranted for one year. Bil-Jax will, at its option,
repair or replace any unit or component part which fails to function properly in normal use.
This warranty does not apply if the trailer and/or it s com ponent parts have been altered, changed, or
repaired without the consent of Bil-Jax or by anyone other than Bil-Jax or its factory trained personnel, nor
if the trailer and/or it s com ponent s have been subjected to misuse, negligence, accident or any conditions
deemed other than those considered as occurring dur ing normal use.
Components not manufactured by Bil-Jax are covered by their respect ive manufacturers warranties. A list
of those components and their warranties is available upon written request to Bil-Jax.
Bil-Jax shall not in any event be liable for the cost of any special, indirect or consequential damages to
anyone, product, or thing. T his warrant y is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied. W e neit her
assume nor authorize any representative, or other person, to assume for us any other liability in
connection with the sale, rental, or use of this pr oduct .
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Hook Up the Trailer
Max.
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1. Raise trailer and lift ball latch. 2. Line up ball with hitch.
TRAILER HITCHING
NOTE: The trailer hitch uses a 2 inch ball.
3. Lower hitch onto ball and close ball latch. 4. Raise and secure jack .
NOTE: Trailer fram e should be level when hitch is
on ball. See page 9 to change hitch height.
Always raise and pin the jack before towing.
5. Hook saf ety chains. 6. Connect and check t r ailer lights.
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Always cross safety chains below tongue. Safety
chains must hold tongue up if hitch fails.
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Always check the tail lights and brake lights before
towing.
EQUIPMENT LOADING
Lower the Deck
NOTE: Trailer must be hitched t o vehicle according to page 5 before lowering or raising the deck .
1. Lift latch release lever. 2. Lift latch handle.
NOTE: The trailer frame should be on a level
surface when lowering the deck.
NOTE: If the deck pulls against the clamp when the
latch handle is up, the winch brake must be
adjusted. See page 9 to adjust the winch brake.
3. Lift latch clamp. 4. Lower the deck.
NOTE: To prepare for raising the deck, tilt the latch
clamp back onto the handle.
Make sure people are away from the trailer before
lowering the deck. Keep hands and feet away from
deck and rails. Hands and feet can get crushed
between the deck and frame.
Max. Cap. 2000 lbs.
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Load the Equipment
1. Remove bumper bar. 2. Load equipment so t hat the resulting tongue
weight is 15 to 20% of the total load.
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3. Install bumper bar close to the rear of the loaded
equipment.
Maximum capacity = 2000 lbs. Do not exceed.
4. Install tie-down straps t o keep the load from
shifting. Use tie-down anchors shown.
Always secure the load with tie-down straps before
towing. Failure to properly secure the load may
result in injury, death, or equipm ent damage.
Do not hook tie-down straps on the roller guides.
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EQUIPMENT LOADING
Raise the Deck (trailer must be hitched to vehicle)
1. Check the lat ch clamp. Tilt the latch clamp back
onto the handle.
3. Raise the latch handle. Put the latch clamp over
the clamp boss.
2. Crank winch handle to raise the deck. Stop
cranking when the deck is aligned with the f r am e.
Max. Cap. 2000 lbs.
Make sure people are away from the trailer before
raising the deck. Keep hands and f eet away from
deck and rails. Hands and feet can get crushed
between the deck and frame.
4. Push the latch handle down until the release lever
locks.
NOTE: Do not over tighten winch. Winch is
intended to raise and lower deck — not to secure
load on trailer.
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If not clamped, the deck may fall during travel.
Always clamp the deck before towing. Failure to
clamp the deck may result in injury, death, or
equipment damage.
SERVICE
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WINCH BRAKE
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Adjusting the Hitch Height
The trailer frame and deck should be level for equipment loading and unloading. If the trailer hitch is too
high or too low when hitched to the towing vehicle, readjust the hitch height.
1. Unhitch trailer . Remove hitch mounting screws.
Adjust hitch height when trailer is empt y. Use jack
to aid in hitch adjustment.
2. Install hitch in new position.
Failure to install and tighten all hitch mounting
screws may cause serious equipment damage.
Adjusting the Winch Brake
The winch brake should hold the trailer deck up when the equipment load is not m or e than 2000 pounds.
If the winch brake does not hold the deck up when the winch handle is released, r eadjust brake tension.
1. Raise the deck. 2. Remove the winch handle and lock nuts.
3. Tighten the winch brake adjust nut 1/4 turn. 4. Install and tig ht en the lock nuts and handle.
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SERVICE
Replacing the Lift Rollers
1. On a paved, level surface, pull trailer onto 2x6
blocks. Jack up and unhitch the tr ailer .
1-1/2
2. Lower the deck until t he front or rear lift rollers
can be removed from the roller access holes.
Max. Cap. 2000
The deck must be supported by the paved surface
or shoring before the lift rollers are removed.
3. Use a hex wrench to unscrew and remove the
rollers. Install and tight en new roller s.
NOTE: It is easier to remove and replace one roller
at a time. You can adjust the jack t o access each
roller. Loosen set screw first.
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SERVICE
Tire Maintenance Wheel Torque Requirements
At least once each week, use an accurate tire
pressure gage to check the air pr essur e in both
trailer tires. Inflate to the pressure recommended
by the tire manufacturer (located on t he t ir e) .
Low or uneven tire pressures will not properly
support a loaded trailer and could lead to
premature tire wear.
When replacing tires, it is important to use a tire
of appropriate size and load rating
(20.5/800X10E).
Failure to maintain proper torque on the lug
nuts may result in the wheel shearing off of the
trailer, possibly causing an accident and
seriously damaging the equipment.
It is extremely important to apply and maintain
proper wheel mounting torque on your axle.
Wheel nuts should be retorqued after 50 miles
and 100 miles and periodically there after.
The tightening of t he lug nuts should be
torqued in the sequence above.
Lug nuts should be torqued in stages:
Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3
25 Ft-Lbs 60 Ft-Lbs 100 Ft-Lbs
This procedure should be followed after each
time the tire is removed.
Lubrication (every 6 months)
Lubricate the following parts with clean motor oil or wheel bearing grease
where shown.
For additional winch operating and service instructions, refer to the Winch Owner’s Manual. The Winch
Owner’s Manual is in the storage tube at the f r ont of the trailer.
NOTE: Be sure that no grease is applied to br ake pad.
Wheel Bearings Jack Winch
Hitch Deck Latch Bumper Bar
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PARTS LIST
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No. Part No.
1 B12-00-0046 Deck Weldment 1
2 B12-00-0053 Load Bar Weldment 1
3 0089-132 Spring, Compression 2
4 0090-0313 Pin, Roll, 3/16 x 3/4 2
5 0066-0063 Pin, L 2
6 B07-06-5456 Plate, Spring Push-Off 2
7 B39-00-0023 Spring, Compression, 7/8 in. 2
8 0090-0051 Screw, Cap, 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 2
9 B12-00-0047 Frame Weldment 1
10 0090-0363 Screw, Set, 1/4-20 x 3/4 4
11 B25-00-0048 Roller, Lift 4
12 0090-0034 Screw, Cap, 5/16-18 x 2 8
13 0090-0208 Washer, Split Lock, 5/16 8
14 0090-0420 Washer, SAE Flat, 5/16 20
15 B18-00-0109 Fender 2
16 B06-00-0313 Decal, “Stand Clear While...” 2
17 B01-10-0024 Light Assembly, Left Tail 1
17A B01-10-0023 Light Assembly, Right Tail 1
17B B01-10-0070 Lamp, Tail Light, GE-1157 2
17C B01-10-0069 Replacement Lens 2
18 B06-00-0317 Decal, “Escalate Trailer” 2
19 0090-0005 Screw, Cap, 1/4-20 x 3/4 2
20 B29-00-0037 Bracket, License Plate 1
21 0090-0419 Washer, SAE Flat, 1/4 2
22 0090-0183 Nut, Lock, 1/4-20 2
23 0090-0907 Shackle Bolt, 9/16-18 x 3 2
24 0192-0042 Hub Group,
25 B32-00-0009 Seal, Bearing 2
26 B25-00-0056 Bearing, Wheel 4
27 0192-0103 Hub, 5 Hole, 4.5 in. BC 2
28 0090-0882 Washer, Spindle 2
29 B32-00-0011 Cap, Hub 2
30 0090-0881 Pin, Cotter, 5/32 x 2 2
31 0090-0278 Nut, Castle, 1-14 2
32 0192-0097 Wheel/Tire Assembly
33 0090-0624 Nut, Wheel Lug 10
34 B39-00-0024 Spring, Leaf 2
35 B07-06-5262 Plate, Hanger, Leaf Spring 4
36 0090-0185 Nut, Nylon Lock, 5/16-18 8
37 B31-00-0028 Cushion, Leaf Spring 2
38 B07-06-5263 Bracket, Leaf Spring Hanger 2
39 0090-0037 Screw, Cap, 5/16-18 x 2-1/2 8
40 B06-00-0319 Decal, ET 2000 2
Description
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41 B06-00-0316 Decal, “Max. Cap. 2000 lbs.” 1
42 B23-02-0036 Jack, Tongue 1
43 0090-0344 Screw, Threadcut, #10-24 x
44 B01-01-0120 Harness, Wiring, 20 ft. 1
45 0090-0574 Washer, SAE Flat, 1/2 6
46 0090-0080 Screw, Cap, 1/2-13 x 4-1/2 2
47 0090-0081 Screw, Cap, 1/2-13 x 5 1
48 0090-0192 Nut, Nylon Lock, 1/2-13 7
49 B03-00-0017 Safety Chain Assembly 2
50 0192-0099 Hitch, Ball, 2 in., 3500 lbs. 1
51 0090-0068 Screw, Cap, 1/2-13 x 1-3/4 4
52 B12-00-0049 Hitch Weldment 1
53 Not
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54 B00-00-0014 Cap, Plastic, 2-1/2 in. Dia. 2
55 0082-0867 Winch, w/o Cable 1
56 0090-0422 Washer, Flat, SAE, 3/8 3
57 0090-0210 Washer, Split Lock, 3/8 7
58 0090-0040 Screw, Cap, 3/8-16 x 3/4 7
59 B04-07-0047 Clamp, Cable 1/4 in. 2
60 B05-03-0001 Cable, Steel, 1/4 in. 7ft.
61 B00-00-0036 Thimble, Cable, 1/4 in. Dia. 1
62 B42-00-0012 Latch, Deck 1
63 B06-00-0314 Decal, “Lock Transport …” 1
Purchased with
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65 B06-00-0312 Decal, “Stand Clear ...” 2
66 0090-0906 Shackle Nut, 9/16-18 2
67 0090-0429 Washer, SAE Flat, 1 in. 1
68 B26-00-0016 Pulley 1
69 0090-0770 Pin, Cotter, 3/16 x 1-1/2 1
70 B36-00-0027 Pin, Pulley 1
71 B29-00-0147 Bracket, Side Marker Light,
72 B01-10-0021 Light, Side Marker,
72A B01-10-0066 Replacement Lens – Amber 2
72B B01-10-0068 Lamp, Side Marker 2
73 B29-00-0146 Bracket, Side Marker Light,
74 B01-10-0022 Light, Side Marker,
74A B01-10-0067 Replacement Lens – Red 2
74B B01-10-0068 Lamp, Side Marker 2
Description
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Serial Number Tag 1
Pin, Retaining 1
Left Front/Right Rear
Left/Right Front – Amber
Left Rear/Right Front
Left/Right Rear – Red
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125 Taylor Parkway Archbold, OH 43502
Phone 419-445-9675 Fax 419-445-0367
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