Section Saf-C 3227.03 - Trailer, Semi-Trailer and Full Trailer Brakes(a) A trailer, semi-trailer or full trailer shall be rejected if: (1) The brakes do not adequately control and stop the trailer;(2) The brakes do not apply at the same time as the service brake of the towing vehicle, or are adjusted so as to start braking prior to the service brake of the towing vehicle;(3) The brakes do not apply at a faster rate than the service brake of the towing vehicle;(4) The brakes do not prevent side-sway of the trailer, semi-trailer or full trailer during braking;(5) The brake linings are worn below 4/32 inch for a trailer with a gross vehicle weight rating in excess of 10,000 pounds up to 26,000 pounds, and 6/32 inch for a trailer with a gross vehicle weight rating in excess of 26,001 pounds;(6) Any brake line, hose or electrical component is defective.(7) Any brake drum or disc: a. Shows evidence of mechanical damage other than wear;b. Has contaminants, including but not limited to, rust, pitting, delamination, oil, grease, or any other substance that would affect proper brake operation;c. Has cracks on the friction surface extending to the open edge or on the outside of the drum, particularly at the drum mounting area;e. Has cracks on the friction surface extending to the open edge on a disc;f. Has defective grease retainers;g. Is worn beyond the manufacturer's specifications; orh. Has thickness less than the minimum which is stamped on the assembly.N.H. Code Admin. R. Saf-C 3227.03
(See Revision Notes at chapter heading Saf-C 3200) #8915, eff 6-22-07
Amended by Volume XXXVI Number 06, Filed February 11, 2016, Proposed by #11016, Effective 1/6/2016, Expires 1/6/2026.