Load securing
47
Operation
3
Correct load distribution
Fig. 48
Load in axle area
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Heaviest weight in the load positioned above the axle in
the middle.
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Additional load evenly distributed over the cargo bed.
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Avoid single point / one-sided loading.
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Max. permissible drawbar load adhered to.
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Minimum drawbar load ensured.
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Optimal road holding (ground contact) attained.
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Braking effect is greatest.
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Optimal road handling (no snaking).
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Risk of swerving lowest.
Incorrect load distribution
Fig. 49
Load too far forward (toward car)
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Heavy weight of load positioned too far forward, the rear
of the car is lowered - overloading rear axle and frame.
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The tow hook on the trailer is overloaded.
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Maximum permissible drawbar load is exceeded.
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Poor road holding (reduced ground contact).
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Braking effect is reduced / poor.
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Limited ability to steer / poor road handling.
Incorrect load distribution
Fig. 50
Load too far back (at rear of trailer)
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Heavy weight of load positioned too far towards the rear,
the rear of the car is raised - overloading front axle.
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Increased wear on the trailer coupling.
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Necessary minimum drawbar load not reached.
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Poor road holding (reduced ground contact).
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Braking effect is reduced / poor.
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Limited ability to steer / poor road handling.
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The trailer tends to snake.
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Increased risk of swerving while driving.
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B - 064
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B - 065
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Summary of Contents for 1000 Series
Page 1: ...GENERAL CAR Program PART 1 OPERATING MANUAL humbaur com 1000 8400 SERIES EN ...
Page 9: ...1 7 Safety ...
Page 21: ...2 19 General information ...
Page 31: ...3 29 Operation ...
Page 67: ...3 65 Operation Trailer safety ...
Page 75: ...4 73 Chassis ...
Page 103: ...5 101 Body ...
Page 134: ...Cover net 5 132 Body ...
Page 135: ...6 133 Electrical system ...
Page 145: ...7 143 Testing care and maintenance ...
Page 185: ...8 183 Troubleshooting guide ...
Page 194: ...Hydraulics 8 192 Troubleshooting guide ...
Page 195: ...9 193 Proof of inspection ...