Krone Swadro TC 880 - Dangers Working on Wheels and Tyres; Emergency Response

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4.4.18 Dangers associated with certain activities: Working on wheels and tyres
Fitting/removing wheels and tyres
Improper fitting or removal will endanger operational safety. As a result, accidents may occur
and people may be seriously injured or killed.
The fitting of wheels and tyres requires adequate knowledge and approved tools.
• If there is a lack of knowledge, have the wheels and tyres fitted by the KRONE dealer or by
a qualified tyre service.
• When fitting tyres on the wheel rims, never exceed the maximum permitted pressure
specified by the tyre manufacturers, otherwise the tyre or even the wheel rim may explode.
• When fitting the wheels, tighten the wheel nuts to the stipulated torque, see chapter
Maintenance "Tyres".
4.4.19 Behaviour in hazardous situations and when accidents occur
Neglected or incorrect procedures in hazardous situations may obstruct or prevent the rescue of
people in danger. Difficult rescue conditions will impair the chances of helping and healing the
injured.
• In principle: Switch off the machine.
• Gain an overview of the hazardous situation and identify the cause of the hazard.
• Safeguard the accident location.
• Rescue people from the danger zone.
• Withdraw from the danger zone and do not enter again.
• Alert rescue teams and, if possible, fetch help.
• Take immediate life-saving measures.