Safety instructions
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Notes on driving with the three-way tipper
The handling characteristics of a towing vehicle are influenced by the coupled trailer.
Always adjust the vehicle speed to the local conditions.
Avoid sudden cornering when driving uphill and downhill as well as when crossing a
slope.
When driving uphill, use a low gear. Never change or disengage gears on a gradient.
Stop the towing vehicle immediately if a brake fault occurs.
Rectify any faults immediately.
There is a risk of tipping when driving on inclines.
The driving style must be adapted to the terrain and ground conditions.
The operator workstation is the driver's seat of the towing vehicle.
The tractor must be fitted with ballast weights in order to ensure steering and braking
capability (at least 20% of the vehicles empty weight on the front axle).
Carrying persons on the trailer is prohibited.
Climbing on and off safely
Careless behaviour can result in falling when climbing on and off the machine. Persons
climbing on to the machine without using the designated access points may slip, fall and suffer
serious injuries.
The safety of access points can be impaired by dirt and debris.
Always ensure that access points are clean and in working condition.
Never climb on or off the machine while it is moving.
Never jump off the machine.
Only climb on and off the machine via the access points specified in the operating
instructions.
Notes on coupling and uncoupling the three-way tipper
An injury risk exists when coupling devices to the tractor.
When coupling, do not step between the trailer and the tractor while the tractor is
moving backwards.
Nobody must enter the area between the tractor and the trailer unless the vehicles
have been secured against rolling away with the parking brake and/or wheel chocks.
Release the parking brake before driving off.
(Turn the crank inward.)
Parking the three-way tipper
Park the EDK on level, solid ground.
Secure the trailer to prevent it rolling away (with parking brake, wheel chocks).
Ensure that the machine is positioned securely before performing any adjustments,
repairs, maintenance or cleaning.
