BA 35203_04 * 3.0 * 35203_04_05_Bedienung.fm 5-113
Operation 5
Ball hitch ø 50 mm (option)
Only trailer couplings with EC acceptance or EC control marks are
certified for use on public roads in Germany (StVZO German road traffic
regulations).
Refer to and follow the National Type Approval (Germany) or the
Data Confirmation (Germany) for information on other requirements!
Get informed on and follow the legal regulations of your country!
The ball hitch coupling is used for tractor vehicles and self-propelled work
machines according to § 43 clause 4 of the StVZO (German road traffic
regulations) in the Federal Republic of Germany.
• Only trailers may be towed that are equipped with ball traction
couplings. Any other use is prohibited.
• Do not hitch trailers with positive steering.
• Follow the regulations of the employer’s liability insurance associations
of your country when coupling or uncoupling a trailer.
• The attachments (trailer) and the ball hitch use are listed in the
National Type Approval (Germany) or the Data Confirmation
(Germany).
• Bear in mind the trailer and drawbar loads – see chapter 9 “Trailer
weight/drawbar load: trailer couplings (option)” on page 9-24.
• Keep the ball clean and apply a thin coat of grease. However, do not
apply any grease to the ball when using a stabilization system, such as
Westfalia “SSK”.
• Check all fastening screws of the towing gear regularly or have them
retightened by an authorized service centre to the specified tightening
torque.
• Adapt the height of the drawbar if necessary.
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