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10.3.1 Aluminium
Aluminium components or aluminium profiles offer optimal pro
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tection against corrosion.
Anodised aluminium surfaces are hard / smooth and can be
cleaned with gentle cleaning products:
In order to remove severe dirt contamination and to retain the
gloss of the aluminium, we recommend using an aluminium and
tarpaulin cleaner.
Surface scratches are not a fault and do not lead to rust forma
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tion, as aluminium is resistant against corrosion.
Optical disadvantages are not a reason for a warranty claim.
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Clean the aluminium surfaces with water and neutral
cleaning products.
10.3.2 Galvanised steel parts
Galvanised surfaces / components (e.g. chassis, drawbar) must
first oxidise in order to develop corrosion protection. The protec
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tive rust layer only builds up after a few months.
Galvanised components are not resistant to certain chemical
substances such as salts, acids (road salt, manure, etc.):
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Clean galvanised components with clear water after they
have come into contact with aggressive substances.
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Allow the surfaces to dry out.
White rust may form on galvanised surfaces, which is promoted
/ caused by moisture / high humidity e.g. in road salt. White rust
formation can be prevented or treated:
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Clean the affected areas with plenty of clear water and
dry them thoroughly.
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Remove the spots of white rust with a nylon brush.
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Apply zinc protection (zinc spray) to the affected areas.
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Seal the surface with wax if required.
10.3.3 Wooden components
(multi-layer wooden plate)
Wooden floors / cargo beds are made of robust, water-resist
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ant, laminated multi-layer wooden plates that are coated with
anti-slip phenolic resin.
Wood is an organic material and is strongly affected by waterlog
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ging, UV radiation, extreme dryness, overload and concentrated
load.
Wood is subject to weather-dependent expansion or shrinkage,
which may cause tension and tension cracks (hairline cracks).
Natural wood grain and irregularities are normal for wooden ma
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terials and can appear on the surface. This does not pose a safety
risk and does not provide a valid reason for warranty claims.
Avoid puddles forming on the wooden surface.
Damaged areas in multi-layer wooden plates, e.g.
indents, scratches do not impair its functionality. These areas
can be treated with wood protection products to prevent water
penetration.
Note:
Underlay such as rubber / anti-slip mats, cardboard protects the
surface of the multi-layer wooden plate when transporting and
when loading / unloading and increase the service life.
When loading / unloading, make sure that the load is not slid
along the surface where possible.
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Immediately remove water, snow, ice, twigs, leaves, sand,
grass etc. from the wooden surface before / after use and
when parking the trailer.
Prevent puddles from forming on the wooden surface:
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Park the trailer on a slight incline leading towards the
back end so that water can run off the cargo bed.
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Cover the trailer after drying or park it so that it is
protected from the weather.
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Regularly dry the wooden surface thoroughly and after
using the trailer.
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Make sure it is well-ventilated e.g. outdoors until the
surface is completely dry.
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Close and seal scratches or damage to the wooden
surface caused by the load by applying a wood protec-
tion - this reduces the amount of water which can pen-
etrate the wooden plate.
10.3.4 Fabric tension cables (cords)
Elastic cables for tarpaulins consist of multiple rubber strands
which are wrapped in a fabric hose.
They are subject to heavy wear during
use.
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Clean dirty elastic cables with a wet cloth.
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Replace damaged, torn or significantly worn elastic cables.
10.3.5 PVC / synthetic fabric
A tarpaulin made of synthetic material (PES) with a PVC coating
on both sides is a high quality, easy-care material used universally
for covering trailer bodies. Tarpaulins that are exposed to weather
conditions for long periods of time could fade or develop spots
over time.
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Clean the tarpaulin in wet weather (rain, fog) and at mod-
erate temperatures (20 +/-5 °C).
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Do not clean the tarpaulin in strong heat (bright sunshine)
or at low temperatures (tarpaulin could stiffen).
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Spray the tarpaulin with a plastic / tarpaulin cleaner and
allow it to take effect.
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If the tarpaulin is very dirty, clean it with a soft brush.
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Spray the tarpaulin thoroughly with water e.g. with a
high-pressure cleaner or water hose.
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Allow the surfaces to dry out.
10.3.6 Plastic / rigid plastic
Plastic components such as wheel chocks / mudguards are sub
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ject to an ageing process. The process is accelerated by effects of
the weather e.g. UV irradiation / exposure to cold and heat.
The plastic hardens and becomes brittle / fragile.
Plastic components can break / tear.
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Clean plastic components with water.
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Apply a plastic cleaning product.
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Replace torn plastic components.