SAFETY
Other dangers
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Other dangers
The MT has been constructed according to state-of-the-art
technology and acknowledged safety regulations. Neverthe-
less when it is used there may be danger for life and limb of the
user or other persons or damage to the MAFI Trac or other
property.
Therefore operate the MT only:
z When it is in faultless condition.
z With concern for safety and dangers.
This is under the prerequisite that the MT has been serviced
and maintained properly. Have any deviations on the MT
repaired immediately by qualified technicians. This concerns
especially changes that can become a danger to persons and
property.
Parking
WARNING!
Danger of injury!
If the parking brake fails, a parked MT can begin to roll
and present an injury hazard.
X Secure the MT with blocks in addition to the parking
brake.
Driving with towed loads
DANGER!
Danger of injury!
Inappropriate driving behaviour in difficult operating
conditions or driving with high loads can cause the MT
to get out of control, causing considerable personal
injury and property damage.
X Hitch up cargo only if is can be braked by the MT.
X Adapt the driving speed to the conditions of the road
and the cargo.
X Adjust the towed load accordingly to suit operating
conditions.