Safety 2
2.6
Trailer operation
Trailer operation
• The vehicle must be certified for trailer operation.
• Observe the national regulations for trailer operation.
• The specific national driving license is required.
• Carrying passengers on/in trailers is PROHIBITED.
• Observe the maximum permissible vertical and trailer load.
• Do not exceed the permissible trailer speed.
• Trailer operation with the towing gear of the vehicle is prohibited.
• Trailer operation changes the vehicle’s operating behavior, the operator must be familiar with this and act accordingly.
• Bear in mind the vehicle’s steering mode and the trailer’s turning circle.
• Before hitching/unhitching the trailer, secure it to prevent it from rolling away (for example with the parking brake, suitable wheel chocks).
• There must be nobody between the vehicle and the trailer when hitching a trailer.
• Hitch the trailer onto the vehicle correctly.
• Ensure that all equipment works correctly (for example the brakes, lights).
• Before starting vehicle travel, ensure that nobody is between the vehicle and the trailer.
2.7
Attachment operation
Attachments
• Use only attachments that are certified for the machine or its protective equipment (for example a shatter protection).
• All other attachments require the vehicle manufacturer’s release.
• The danger zone and the work zone depend on the attachment used – see the Operator’s Manual of the attachment.
• Secure the load.
• Do not overload attachments.
• Check the correct position of the lock.
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