Coupling the tow tractor and the trailer
–
Pull out the extension (1) or the towing pin
(2) depending on the version of the hook
present on the truck.
–
Reverse the tow tractor slowly.
DANGER
Nobody should stand between the tow tractor and
the trailer during the approach. Always move the
tow tractor towards the trailer.
–
Insert the tiller eye in the towing device (3)
of the tow tractor.
NOTE
The multi-position towing device allows three
coupling heights. It is recommended that you
choose the height at which the tiller is horizon-
tal:
–
Lower the extension (1) or the towing pin
(2) into the towing device (3) and then turn
it by 90°. This locks the towing pin.
CAUTION
Always make sure that the towing pin has been
locked after coupling.
–
Remove the wheel chocks from the trailer
wheels and release the trailer’s brakes.
Uncoupling the tow tractor and the trail-
er
–
Climb down from the truck and secure the
trailer against accidental movements using
wheel chocks or the trailer's brake.
–
Turn the towing pin (2) or the extension (1)
by 90° and pull it out of the towing device
(3).
–
Slowly move the tow tractor closer.
–
Insert the towing pin (2) or the extension (1)
into the towing device (3) again and lock it.
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