Still R 07-25, Original Instructions Manual

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Operation
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Trailer and load
Trailer and load
Towing guidelines
DANGER
Increased risk of accident if used under difficult
operating conditions!
When towing trailers under difficult operating con-
ditions, e.g. on gradients or icy, slippery surfaces,
the maximum safe load is determined by braking
performance and not the maximum towing capacity
of the tractor.
CAUTION
Risk of damage from improper use!
– Do NOT use trucks to tow rail vehicles.
– Always operate the truck in a manner that
ensures safe driving and guarantees that the
trailer can be braked when performing any
manoeuvre.
– Always couple the trailer firmly with the tow
coupling.
Observe the nominal tractive force and
weight before transporting loads. Refer to the
identification plate. Never exceed the nominal
capacity of the tow tractor. The maximum
drawbar pull is the maximum pull the tow
tractor can exert to overcome the starting
resistance of the trailing load. (This being the
combined weight of the tow tractor, trailer and
load).
NOTE
Platform truck: The tow tractor must only be
used with braked trailers.
NOTE
Tow tractor: Only braked trailers are permitted
for loads exceeding 9 t and when travelling on
downward slopes.
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