Still RX60 35-50, Original Instructions Manual

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DANGER
There is a risk of fatal injury during manoeuvring!
People can be crushed between the truck and towing
vehicle during manoeuvring.
The towing vehicle may only be manoeuvred and the
tow bar may only be attached using a second person
as a guide. This ensures that the driver of the towing
vehicle and the mechanic attaching the tow bar are
aware of possible risks.
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Only manoeuvre with a guide.
WARNING
Risk of accident if the hydraulics fail!
If the hydraulics fail, the power steering will no longer
work. The steering will be stiff.
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Select a towing speed that allows the truck and
towing vehicle to be braked and controlled effec-
tively at all times.
WARNING
Risk of accident if the truck is not steered!
If the truck is not steered while it is being towed, the
truck may veer out in an uncontrolled manner.
The truck being towed must also be steered by a
driver.
The driver of the truck being towed must sit in the
driver's seat and fasten the seat belt before towing.
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Use the available restraint systems!
Procedure
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Set down the load and lower the fork arms
close to the ground.
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Set the drive direction switch to the neutral
position.
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Apply the parking brake.
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Switch off the truck.
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Disconnect the battery male connector.
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Check the pulling and braking forces of the
towing vehicle.
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With the help of a guide, move the towing
vehicle to the truck.
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Secure the tow bar to the tow coupling on
the towing vehicle and the truck.
Operating
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Procedure in emergencies
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