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[en] | 08/2022 | 1000441528 | 1190e | Operator’s Manual
3.8 Towing, recovery, loading and transporting
3.8.1 Towing
• Seal off the danger zone.
• Ensure that no one is near the towing bar or cable.
The safety distance is equal to 1.5 times the length of
the towing equipment.
• Observe the mandatory transport position, permissible
speed and itinerary.
• Do not use the towing bore to tow the vehicle.
• A vehicle of at least the same weight category must be
used as the tractor vehicle. Furthermore, the tractor
vehicle must be equipped with a safe braking system
and sufficient tractive power.
• Only use towing bars or cables approved by a testing
or certification body. Adhere to the inspection inter-
vals .
• Do not use any towing bars or cables that are dirty,
damaged or not of sufficient size.
• Fasten towing bars or cables only at the defined
points.
• Tow away only in accordance with this operator’s
manual to avoid damage to the vehicle.
• When towing on public roads or sites, observe the na-
tional regulations (e.g. lighting regulations).
3.8.2 Crane-lifting
• Seal off the danger zone.
• The crane and the lifting gear must have suitable di-
mensions.
• Take into account the vehicle’s overall weight.
• Wear protective clothing and equipment when fasten-
ing, guiding and removing the vehicle (for example a
hard hat, safety glasses, safety boots).
• Use only lifting and fastening gear certified by a test or
certification body, observe the inspection intervals.
• Do not use any lifting and fastening gear that is dirty,
damaged or not of sufficient size.
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