3 Safety instructions
The following safety instructions apply to operation, servicing
and installation. The safety instructions of the towing vehicle and
trailer vehicle also continue to apply.
Safety instructions directly linked to the activity are listed again in
the individual sections.
Towing vehicle owner’s manual
Trailer vehicle owner’s manual
BGV D8 “Accident prevention regulations for winches,
lifting gear and towing equipment”
BGV D29 "Accident prevention regulations for vehicles”
Employers’ liability insurance regulations for vehicles
ATTENTION!
Safety information in the following sections is shown
with the warning triangle symbol. You must comply with
this safety information without fail.
3.1 Safety instructions for operation
The landing gear may only be operated by authorised person-
nel.
The landing gear may only be operated if the trailer vehicle
has been secured to prevent it rolling away.
When releasing the crank, remember that it may recoil.
Low or high gear must always be engaged.
When the trailer vehicle is in motion, always place the crank
in the crank holder.
The crank must always be installed.
Always fully retract the landing gear when the vehicle is in
motion.
When supporting the vehicle, make sure the ground is suffi-
ciently firm and/or position a suitable base underneath (min.
250 mm x 250 mm).
When supporting the vehicle, ensure the feet of the landing
gear can move freely and/or the castors can turn.
Only park the trailer vehicle on an even surface.
Do not shore up landing gears, e.g. to compensate for height
differences.
Do not exceed the upper or lower lifting limit of the landing
gear.
Driving with a damaged landing gear is prohibited.
If the landing gear is damaged, have it repaired immediately
by an appropriately qualified specialist.
Make sure no-one is under the trailer vehicle when coupling
and uncoupling.
Make sure no-one is under the trailer vehicle when it is being
supported.
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