PRONAR PT512, Operator'S Manual

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CHAPTER 2 Pronar PT512
2.3
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The user of the trailer is obliged to familiarize oneself with the construction,
operation principle and rules of safe operation of the trailer.
2.1.2 HITCHING AND DISCONNECTING FROM TRACTOR
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Do not hitch the trailer to a tractor not fulfilling the requirements stated by the
manufacturer (minimal tractor power requirement, inappropriate hitch etc.) – see
table (1.2) REQUIREMENTS ON THE TRACTOR. Before hitching the trailer
make sure that oil in external hydraulic system of tractor may be mixed with the
hydraulic oil of the trailer.
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Before hitching the trailer to a tractor check that a tractor and the trailer are in
good technical condition.
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To hitch the trailer to a tractor, use a tractor hitch for single axle trailers. After
completing the hitching process, check if the hitch has been secured properly.
Carefully read the tractor Operator's Manual. If a tractor is equipped with an
automatic hitch, make certain that the coupling operation is completed.
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Be especially careful when hitching the machine.
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When hitching, no persons must be present between the trailer and the tractor.
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Do not proceed with disconnecting the trailer from the tractor when the loading
case is raised.
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Coupling and uncoupling the trailer may only take place when the machine is
immobilized by means of the parking brake.
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The trailer must not be moved when the support is extended or when it leans
against the ground. Moving the machine in such circumstances can damage the
support's cylinder.
2.1.3 COUPLING AND UNCOUPLING THE SECOND TRAILER
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Do not connect the second trailer if it does not fulfill the requirements stated by
the manufacturer of (lack of required drawbar eye, exceeding permissible total
weight etc.) – see table (1.3) REQUIREMENTS ON THE SECOND TRAILER.
Before coupling the machine make certain that oil in both trailers can be mixed.