Three-way dumper
Use and operation
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7.1.3 Coupling the trailer
When coupling and uncoupling, you must also observe the information in section 4.2.
Read this section carefully prior to start-up.
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Move the towing device of the towing vehicle or the drawbar eye of the trailer to the correct
height. See section 7.1.2.
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Open the towing device on the towing vehicle.
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Move the towing vehicle backwards until the drawbar eye engages in the towing device.
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Secure the towing vehicle against rolling away (parking brake) and turn off the engine.
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Check whether the towing device is engaged.
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Establish the electrical connections and connect the service brake.
Hydraulic connections
Connect the hydraulic lines to the towing vehicle.
For labelling to identify connection points, see the stickers on the vehicle and on the couplings.
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Check all hydraulic lines for damage and leaks on a daily basis.
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Replace all hydraulic hoses completely every 6 years.
Releasing the parking brake
The hand brake lever is located on the right of the traction bar.
Parking brake version:
To release the parking brake on the trailer, apply the handbrake lever a little (drawbar eye
direction).
It will trigger itself. Then reset the lever arm.
Spindle brake version:
To release the parking brake on the trailer, turn the crank anti-clockwise.
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Remove the wheel chocks and stow them.
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Start the towing vehicle engine.
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Retract the supporting mechanism and, if possible, secure it in place.
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Check the service brake and parking brake before starting work.
The parking brake is applied by pulling in the direction of the drawbar eye.
The PB is released by letting down the handbrake lever.
Road traffic regulations must also be observed when using the brakes (including
the parking brake).
