2-10 BA 35203_04 * 3.0 * Sicherheit.fm
2 Safety
2.6 Trailer operation
Trailer operation
• The machine must be certified for trailer operation.
• Observe the national regulations for trailer operation.
• The specific national driving license is required.
• Carrying passengers on/in trailers is PROHIBITED.
• Observe the maximum permissible vertical and trailer load.
• Do not exceed the permissible trailer speed.
• A front attachment has to be installed during trailer operation.
• Trailer operation with the towing gear of the machine is prohibited.
• Trailer operation changes the machine’s operating behavior, the
operator must be familiar with this and act accordingly.
• Bear in mind the machine’s steering mode and the trailer’s turning circle.
• Before hitching/unhitching the trailer, secure it to prevent it from rolling
away (for example with the parking brake, suitable wheel chocks).
• There must be nobody between the machine and the trailer when
hitching a trailer.
• Hitch the trailer onto the machine correctly.
• Ensure that all equipment works correctly (for example the brakes, lights).
• Before starting machine travel, ensure that nobody is between the
machine and the trailer.
• If the vehicle has no license for agricultural and forestry applications,
only the machine’s own attachments may be transported with a trailer.
• Start machine travel carefully, in particular on slopes.