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the load is off center, and the trailer is moved, a tip-over may occur. Serious damage to the hoist or
collapsed arms may result when a humping motion is used to free a hung load from the trailer.
9.8.7
STAY AT CONTROLS
An operator who fails to stay at the controls cannot control the body when it starts to lean. After a
body is lowered, the operator can check and remedy any potential problems, then resume dumping
the load.
9.8.8
OVERLOADING
Overloading is a very common occurrence that aggravates all of the above conditions that cause
tip-overs. Lufkin Trailers are designed to carry and dump legal loads.
9.8.9
SUSPENSION
Prior to dumping, the trailer suspension should be checked to make sure there are no broken
springs, damaged air bags, loose U-bolts, etc. Broken or weak springs should be replaced in
matched pairs.
9.9
MAXIMUM HEIGHT AND DUMP ANGLE
9.9.1
Dumping site should be carefully inspected for possible hazards such as unlevel or unstable ground
and especially overhead obstructions.
9.9.2
If overhead obstructions are present, such as power lines, check the raised height of your trailer
and the height of the obstruction. Be absolutely certain there is no chance of contact.
