EasyLoad System
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RAMP SIDE GATES
The ramp side gate assemblies should now both be opened.
Starting with the right hand gate, lift it upward (to disengage it
from the clip) and then swing it outwards and down to adjust
the gate to match the ramp angle.
The side gate locating peg should be inserted into the
corresponding slot on the outside edge of the ramp, the
second gate can now be opened and positioned in its slot.
It is a legal requirement that ramp side gates are used when loading livestock
1
, this applies
whether the ramp is being used to access the upper deck or the lower area of the trailer. In
addition to this the lower section of the ramp side gate is filled in to protect users, other
people and animals from the potential danger of being trapped in the ramp mechanism,
therefore it is essential that they are always used correctly.
If additional gate width is required to block a large gateway or opening, the optional ramp
gate extensions should be used.
BEFORE RAISING THE INNER RAMP
It is important to note that the ramp is raised by means of a pair of gas struts which provide
considerable force below the ramp platform. This force is counterbalanced by the operator
standing on the ramp, therefore the following procedure should
NEVER
be attempted unless
you are standing on the ramp as misuse could cause serious injury.
The inner ramp section should only be deployed with the lower trailer area empty, this is to
prevent livestock entrapment, therefore load the upper deck first and unload it last.
RAISING THE INNER RAMP
With the ramp in its lowered position, walk up the ramp
to a position where you can easily reach the opening
tab(s). Next lift the safety stop (1) and rotate the opening
tab (2) so that it clears the edge of the ramp platform (3).
Repeat this for the other side and then slowly
walk
back
down the ramp. As you step off the bottom of the ramp it
will spring up and lock in place.
As the ramp springs up, the release plate (6) will drop
and allow the stay guide (5) to rotate and move into a
notch, thus providing support for the inner ramp.
ALWAYS check the locking action before walking up
the ramp, and commencing loading / unloading.
Practice this action before loading animals to familiarise
yourself with the routine and to ensure that you know
when the raised ramp is safely locked in position.
1. (EC) No 1/2005 on the protection of animals during transport and related operations. Ch3 1.4b
RAMP SIDE GATE
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INNER RAMP CONTROLS
