Zocon Tipping Trailer instruction manual and safety measures
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5. Safety measures
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Make sure the user has carefully read these instructions and safety measures before
using the tipping trailer, and make sure they are observed.
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Check the following each time before use and, if necessary, rectify any faults:
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Make sure the bolts (and wheel) nuts are correctly tightened.
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Make sure the brake lights and rear lights are clean and work correctly.
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Make sure the brakes work correctly (for braked trailers).
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When connecting the tipping trailer, make sure nobody is located between the tractor
and the tipping trailer.
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It is not permitted to transport people on the tipping trailer's drawbar or in the trailer.
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The tipping trailer may only be loaded when it is connected to a tractor.
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Before using the machine, make sure nobody is in, underneath, behind, next to or on
the machine. Otherwise, it might result in a dangerous situation.
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It is not permitted to drive the machine at a speed of more than 25 km/h.
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The way the tipping trailer is loaded and whether the load is evenly distributed across
the load bed have a great influence on the tongue load applied to the tow bar.
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During transport, always make sure a sufficient force is applied to the front axles. If
necessary, contact the tractor manufacturer for the minimum axle load and the
maximum tongue load.
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It is not permitted to exceed the maximum load capacity.
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You must ensure that the tipping trailer cannot roll away when it is disconnected by
blocking the wheels.
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When the load bed is tipped up, the tipping trailer must be connected to the tractor.
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It is not permitted to be underneath the load bed while it is tipped up.
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It is not permitted to drive while the load bed is tipped up.
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Only use the machine for the intended purpose.
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Operate the machine safely.
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Make sure the warning symbols remain legible. Replace any missing or damaged
symbols.
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Before using the machine, check the operation of the locking hooks.
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Before using the machine, check the hydraulic circuit for leaks.
