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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Most accidents occur due to negligence or carelessness. Avoid accidents and follow the safety instructions given
below.
The ATV together with the trailer hitched to it form a long working machine, which is not easy to manoeuvre;
therefore, operating in small and narrow areas can be a complicated task.
TRAINING
1.
Read thoroughly the safety instructions and terms of use.
2.
Never allow children to operate the vehicle or the trailer. Never allow
adult persons to operate the vehicle or the trailer if they have not
received the proper training
3.
Neither the vehicle nor the trailer can be used while drunk or under the
influence of drugs that affect perception or reaction.
4.
Do not allow bystanders, children or animals into the work zone.
PROHIBITED ACTIONS
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Never operate the trailer on overly steep slopes.
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Never operate the trailer without all the protective parts properly
installed.
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Do not operate the trailer before you have carefully read the whole operation manual.
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Never drive faster than 20km/h, or what the vehicle manufacturer recommends (the lower speed must
be observed).
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Never carry any passenger on the trailer.
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Do not stand under the crane.
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It is forbidden to lift people with the crane.
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Do not lift the load over a person.
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It is forbidden to mount attachments to the trailer that are not approved by the manufacturer
MANDATORY ACTIONS
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Follow all the instructions of the ATV manufacturer.
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Always use proper protective equipment (helmet etc.) when using the vehicle.
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Make sure that bystanders are moved to a safe distance when operating the trailer.
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Make sure that all of the safety stickers are in good condition. Replace damaged stickers as required.
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Reduce the speed of the ATV when working on a hillside or uneven terrain.
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Be careful when braking.
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The load to the ATV hitch ball should not exceed 60kg, or the weight specified by the manufacturer of
the vehicle (the lower weight must be observed).
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The safe road-steadiness of the vehicle must always be ensured by using the correct accessories for the
task in hand (chains, counterbalances, etc).
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Distribute the load on the trailer as evenly as possible (place heavy pieces to the centre, on the axle).
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Always check that all components are properly installed.
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Check and tighten the bolts after the first working hour and then after every ten working hours.
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When unhooking the trailer, make sure there is no load on the trailer
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Follow the permissible loads on the crane
MAKE SURE THAT THE TRAILER IS IN PERFECT WORKING CONDITION AND THAT
THE TOWING COUPLING HEAD IS PROPERLY ATTACHED TO THE ATV HITCH BALL.
IF SOMETHING HAPPENS DURING THE WORK THAT COULD DAMAGE THE
PRODUCT, AN INSPECTION OF THE DEVICE MUST BE CARRIED OUT TO IDENTIFY
POSSIBLE DAMAGE. DAMAGE (CRACKS IN CONSTRUCTION OR WELDS, DEFORMED
PARTS) CAN ENDANGER PROPERTY AND HUMAN HEALTH. THE DEVICE MUST NOT
BE USED BEFORE THE DAMAGE IS REMOVED.
