Page | 14
• If the nature of the load is such that it is likely to both jam against the top edge of the
tailboard and yet is not sufficiently free-flowing to come out at the limited tip angle dictated
by bottom hinging, then the tailboard may be removed altogether. First release the bottom,
then release both top pivots at the same time (therefore requires two people).
3.4.1.1 – Top Hinged Unloading
▪ Standing to the left hand side of the rear of the trailer,
pull the lever to the left then back to release the lever
from its retainer then lower the lever to release the
tailboard. (Fig.4)
▪ Step to the side immediately
3.4.1.2 – Bottom Hinged Unloading (If applicable)
• Un-clip and remove both retaining pins from the gudgeon forkets
• Lower the tailboard away from the trailer body
• Step aside immediately
To Next Page
Loading...
