Section I: Safety
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The safe operation of your MPL is your responsibility. Read this manual and
the truck manufacturer’s manual and thoroughly understand them. You can
be held legally responsible for injuries or damage resulting from unsafe
operating practices.
The manufacturer’s recommendations for operating this wrecker can help
you avoid unsafe practices and their bad consequences. These
recommendations are contained in this manual.
Jerr-Dan Corporation is not responsible for the results of any unsafe practice
of wrecker operators or for the failure of the wrecker or its accessories
resulting from improper maintenance.
The danger from a vehicle continues after it is disabled or wrecked.
Recovering or towing vehicles can be dangerous too! The danger threatens
tow operators and everyone else close by. As a tow operator you must
develop an awareness of the hazards involved. You must use every safeguard
within reason to prevent injuries.
Careful consideration of the immediate surrounding conditions such as the
weather, terrain, type or condition of the vehicle to be recovered and the
condition and experience of the operator is foremost to the safety and
success of the operation.
Tie-down straps are provided for use with your new Jerr-Dan Recovery Vehicle.
Periodically inspect all straps for any signs of fatigue or damage. Don’t
overlook the hooks; be sure they have not been bent or deformed. If strap or
hook damage is noted, they must be replaced before being used.
Wire rope cables wear out or can become damaged. Periodically inspect
the wire rope cable for any signs of fatigue or damage. Don’t overlook the
hooks; be sure they have not been bent or deformed.
Refer to the Wire
Rope Handling and Inspection Section.
For each step in operating your wrecker develop the habit of asking yourself
if it is safe to proceed. Carefully check all rigging before starting a heavy lift
or pull.
Because recoveries can be so different, we cannot warn you of all the possible
dangers you will encounter, but we will tell you of the most common hazards
that we know about. We recommend that you receive specialized and
advanced training from a professional Towing and Recovery instructor before
operating any recovery equipment and that the Vehicle Manufacturers Towing
SAFETY
