Paccar DAF CF, Driver Manual

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Warnings and safety regulations
Oils and lubricants
Various kinds of oil and other lubricants used on the vehicle may constitute a health
hazard when they come into contact with the skin.
This also applies to engine coolant, windscreen washer fluid, refrigerant in air
conditioning systems and diesel fuel.
So avoid direct contact as much as possible.
The engine and surrounding area must be free of flammable materials to avoid the risk
of fire.
Exercise caution when changing hot oil; it can cause serious injury.
Air conditioning system
The air conditioning system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Removal of any
parts of the air conditioning system is not permitted. Only qualified personnel may
perform activities on the air conditioning system. Contact a DAF Service dealer.
If the air conditioning fails, have it repaired by a DAF Service dealer as soon as possible
to avoid further damage to the system.
Load
Always secure the load well so that it cannot move, not even during an emergency stop.
Remember that side walls, partitions, and so on are often not designed to withstand
high forces.
Loads must not project more than the local regulations permit.
The load influences the stability of the vehicle, and a larger turning circle may be
necessary.
When loading, make sure that the following values are not exceeded:
– Maximum permissible gross combination weight (GCW).
– Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight (GVW).
– Maximum permissible axle load.
Coupling and uncoupling a semi-trailer
Before coupling or uncoupling a semi-trailer to or from a vehicle with a lifting axle, the
driver must lower the lifting axle. This prevents the lifting axle from dropping
unexpectedly. If the axle pressure permits this, the axle can be raised after coupling the
semi-trailer.
Trailer coupling
Before every drive, check if the trailer coupling is locked properly and if the air hoses
and electrical connection are connected properly.
Fifth wheel
Before every drive, check if the fifth wheel is locked properly and if the air hoses and
electrical connection are connected properly.
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