Use and operation
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7.4 Loading and unloading swap bodies
The user must ensure that the swap bodies employed are:
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In safe condition
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Suitable for the intended application
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Used for their designated purpose
Swap bodies must only be set down on flat, level ground with sufficient load-bearing
capacity. Locations for setting down swap bodies must be selected and prepared with
due care and attention. If necessary, the supporting feet must be underlayed to
increase the support area in line with the load-bearing capacity of the foundation.
Damage to the foundation will cause an uneven distribution of
forces when setting down the swap bodies, thereby placing
excess strain on the ground and the swap bodies themselves.
Base plates should be used to avoid wear and trip hazards.
Fig. 69
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Low-wear support surface
The load-bearing capacity of asphalt surfaces varies significantly
according to the temperature (frost or sun exposure) and
composition of the asphalt.
Since it is impossible to be sure about these properties at every
location, it is generally advisable to use base plates at all times.
Fig. 70
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Asphalt surface damaged by
supporting foot
Never park the push-off system on the supporting feet when loaded. Always
park the push-off system on solid ground.
Never park the push-off system on the supporting feet while attachments are
fitted.
7.4.1
Parking height
The length of the supporting feet must never be provisionally increased by
propping up the supporting feet since the body could be knocked off the props
when driving underneath it. Adjustable supporting feet must be used where
necessary.
It must be ensured that all four adjustable supporting feet are always set to the same
parking height.
