WABCO OptiTire, System Description

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Safety information
2 Safety information
Observe all required provisions and instructions:
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Read this publication carefully.
Adhere to all instructions, information and safety information to prevent injury
to persons and damage to property.
WABCO will only guarantee the safety, reliability and performance of their
products and systems if all the information in this publication is adhered to.
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Always abide by the vehicle manufacturer's specifications and instructions.
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Observe all accident regulations of the respective company as well as
regional and national regulations.
Make provisions for a safe work environment:
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Only trained and qualified technicians may carry out work on the vehicle.
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Use personal protective equipment if required (safety goggles, respiratory
protection, ear protectors, etc.).
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Ensure that the workplace is dry and provided with sufficient lighting.
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Pedal actuations can lead to severe injuries if persons are in the vicinity of
the vehicle. Make sure that pedals cannot be actuated as follows:
– Switch the transmission to "neutral" and actuate the park brake.
– Secure the vehicle against rolling by using chocks.
– Fasten a note clearly visible to the steering wheel indicating that work
is being performed on the vehicle and that the pedals are not to be
actuated.