Safety instructions
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2. Basic safety instructions
Failure to observe the safety instructions and warnings can pose a risk to
persons, property and the environment.
Non-compliance can also result in the loss of any claims for damage
compensation on the part of the customer.
When driving on public roads, be aware of the following:
When driving on public roads, the provisions of the country-specific registration regulations must be
observed.
The operator is personally responsible for the registration of the vehicle.
Lost permit documents can only be replaced by agreement with the administrative/regulatory authority
specified below. A duplicate of the permit documents will be given to the customer by the
administrative/regulatory authority.
A duplicate of the CoC document can be issued by the manufacturer.
Before driving on public roads:
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Before travelling on public roads, ensure that the maximum permissible dimensions, weights as
well as axle, drawbar and trailer loads dictated by EU or national law are not exceeded.
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The side panels must be closed.
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The tipper bridge must be lowered.
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Lighting equipment must be connected.
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A functional check of the lighting equipment must be performed.
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For equipment with a connection for the tractor hydraulics, the hydraulic lines between the
towing vehicle and trailer must be disconnected or their actuation device locked.
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If the trailer is equipped with an overrun brake, the breakaway cable must be attached to the
tractor.
The controls of the on-board hydraulic system must be laid out so that visual contact with
the trailer can be maintained during operation.
Before the trailer is connected to the towing vehicle, its compatibility with tow
connection(s), hydraulic connections, permitted axle loads, etc. must be adapted to the
operating conditions and set accordingly.
Entering or remaining in the trailer is only permitted when it is stopped and the towing
vehicle is turned off.
Check the trailer after use every day for obvious damage and defects.
In the case of damage that affects safety, repair the trailer immediately.
In the event of any faults that affect safety, the trailer must be stopped immediately.
The trailer and the tractor must be secured against reactivation.
Changes to the trailer must only be carried out following consultation and with express
permission of the manufacturer.
Use only original replacement parts.
Follow the maintenance intervals stipulated in this manual.
In addition to this manual, the operating instructions included for third-party components
must be observed.
Note the permitted axle load, total weight and maximum speed.
