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2.3.2. Tyres
1. Make sure to secure the trailer against accidental movement when servicing the tyres.
2. The wheels and tyres shall be repaired by trained personnel with adequate tools.
3. Regularly check the tyre pressure. Maintain the recommended pressure values.
4. Protect the tyres against sunlight during prolonged parking of the trailer.
5. Replace the wheels with the trailer empty, if possible.
2.3.3. Pneumatic system
1. The pneumatic system is under high pressure.
2. When connecting the pneumatic lines with the pneumatic system of the tractor, ensure that
the valves on the tractor and the trailer are depressurised.
3. Periodically inspect the pneumatic connections. Replace all damaged and aged parts
immediately. Replace the lines as recommended in the manufacturer technical requirements.
Replace hoses every five years unless damage is found earlier.
4. Before attempting any work on the pneumatic system, depressurise it and turn off the tractor
engine.
5. All repair work on the pneumatic system may only be performed by specialist services of
the trailer's manufacturer.
2.3.4. Periodic maintenance
1. All maintenance, repair and cleaning operations, as well as troubleshooting must be
performed after turning the drive and the tractor engine off. Remove the ignition key.
2. Inspect all bolts and nuts periodically and retighten if necessary. Replace regular bolts only
with the bolts of the same quality and strength ratings.
3. When servicing under the lifted and tipped AND unloaded load body, always secure the
body with the support supplied with the trailer.
4. Use proper tools and safety gloves when replacing any parts.
5. After completing your work, thoroughly clean the trailer to leave no remains of the load on
the body.
6. Isolate the continuous power supply before arc welding and/or working on the electrical
system.
7. The safety/protection equipment wears out, which requires periodic adjustments, inspection
and replacement when necessary.
8. Use only the original spare parts recommended by METAL-FACH Sokółka.
9. Store the trailer in sheltered areas (preferably on level and hardened ground) and in a manner
which prevents injuries of people and animals.
10. Release all worn out parts to authorised recycling points while following all applicable
environmental protection requirements.
