Ingersoll-Rand G 270, Users Manual And Maintenance Manual

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4. R
OAD TRAILER
4.1 Trailer linkage
Before attaching the trailer, check the trailer hook on the tow vehicle; it should fit the trailer
ring perfectly.
WARNING – DANGER
Trying to tow a trailer with a non-matching device (bar, wires, cords, etc.) could lead to
serious accidents.
Also check:
- no incipient fractures or excessive wear on the hitching system.
- locking system is operating properly
To hitch the trailer, proceed as follows:
- lock the wheels to stop the trailer from moving
- lift up the rear trailer supports and lock them
- release the parking brake
- release the locking levers for the draw bar arms and adjust the ring to the same height as the
vehicle hook
- hitch the trailer, remove the locks on each side of the wheels then lift up the front wheel
fullly using its handle
- connect the electrical circuit of the trailer to that of the tow vehicle
- hook the handbrake safety wire onto the hook on the tow vehicle.
Tow vehicle
Trailer
CORRECT
Tow vehicle
Trailer
CORRECT
Tow vehicle
Trailer
INCORRECT
Tow vehicle
Trailer
INCORRECT
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