BA 357-00 * 3.0 * Sicherheit_E.fm 2-11
Safety 2
2.6 Trailer operation
Trailer operation
• The vehicle 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.
• 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 vehicle and the trailer when
hitching a trailer.
• Hitch the trailer onto the vehicle correctly.
• Ensure that all equipment works correctly (for example, the brakes,
lights).
• Before starting vehicle travel, ensure that nobody is between the
vehicle and the trailer.