Using the manual coupling
DANGER
Risk of accident If the trailer hitch pin drops out or
is damaged while towing, the load is released and
can no longer be controlled.
– Use only original trailer hitch pins that have been
checked for good condition!
– Check that the trailer hitch pin is inserted and fit-
ted securely.
Coupling a trailer
– Reverse the tow tractor up to the trailer.
The trailer hitch pin and trailer tow bar are
in line as seen from the driver's seat.
– The parking brake is actuated automatical-
ly.
– Push the pin (1) down, and turn 90° to re-
lease it.
– Remove the pin from the towing coupling.
– Position the trailer tow coupling into the
coupling.
– Replace the pin (1), push the pin down and
turn 90° to lock into position.
– Connect the trailer lighting (if present) to the
tow tractor lighting socket, and check that it
is working properly.
– Remove the chocks from the trailer and re-
lease the trailer brake (if present).
Uncoupling a trailer
– Park the tow tractor. Chock the trailer, or, if
fitted, apply the trailer brake.
– Disconnect trailer lighting (if fitted) from the
tow tractor lighting socket.
– Remove the pin (1) and uncouple the trailer.
– Park the trailer.
Use
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Towing
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