08.11 EN
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5 Towing trailers
DANGER!
Inappropriate speeds and excessive trailer loads can be dangerous
If you do not adapt your speed and / or use an excessive trailer load, the truck can
pull apart when cornering and braking.
XThe truck should only be used occasionally to tow trailers.
XThe overall weight of the trailer should not exceed the capacity indicated on the
capacity plate, (see "Identification points and data plates" on page 33). If a load is
also transported on the forks, the trailer load must be reduced by the same amount.
XDo not exceed the maximum speed of 5 km/h km/h.
XA truck must not be continually operated with trailers.
XDo not use supporting loads.
XTowing must only be performed on level, secure travel routes.
XThe owner must test trailer operation with the permissible tow load by means of a
trial run under the applicable operating conditions on site.