Working With Equipment - Mercedes-Benz Unimog Operating Instructions Manual

Equipment operation
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The driving, braking and steering character-
istics of the vehicle change when equipment
is coupled or attached as a result of the addi-
tional overhang and momentum of the equip-
ment.
Drive with even greater care.
General notes
Observe the following notes:
Sufficient steerability of the vehicle must
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be guaranteed. The front axle load, with
corresponding attached equipment and
bodies for all vehicle loads, must be at least
33% of the actual gross vehicle weight.
The rear axle load must always be at least
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33% of the actual gross vehicle weight.
Secure attached equipment using the
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restraining facilities provided with the
equipment when travelling to or from the
place of operation.
Make sure that the power take-offs and
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hydraulic system are disengaged.
Attaching equipment to the vehicle
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changes its weight and dimensions. This
can have a considerable effect on the han-
dling characteristics.
Make sure that the permissible axle loads
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are observed and that the vehicle dimen-
sions comply with the appropriate traffic
regulations. Power assistance can be
obtained from a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre.

Working with equipment

Important safety notes
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WARNING
Without your being aware of it, there may be
persons in the danger area of the vehicle who
could collide with the vehicle or its add-on
equipment. In addition, objects or dirt may be
thrown off by the add-on equipment. There is
a risk of serious or even fatal injuries.
Before engaging the PTO shaft and during
operation, ensure that no one is in the danger
area.
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WARNING
When working with additional equipment you
could touch or damage the supply lines, espe-
cially when moving earth. There is a risk of
serious or even fatal injuries.
Always determine and mark where the supply
lines for gas, water and electricity are located.
Have the supply interrupted if necessary.
Observe a safe distance of at least 5 m from
high-voltage transmission lines. If it is not
possible to maintain a safe distance at all
times, have the power supply interrupted.
When working with attached equipment,
make sure that there are no people in the
working area. The working area also includes
the area into which the equipment could
throw dirt or stones, for example.
Block the area off for pedestrians if neces-
sary.
Warn other road users by securing the area of
danger according to the relevant traffic regu-
lations.
Ensure that persons do not reach into the
moving parts of attached equipment.
Earth-moving equipment
Familiarise yourself with your surroundings
before commencing work. This could help you
to avoid collisions with objects that do not lie
within the driver's field of vision.
The following could be overlooked:
high-voltage transmission lines
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supply lines
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objects that are hidden by overgrown
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plants
objects that are covered in snow
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Remove objects from the working area. Mark
the route of supply lines and interrupt the
supply if necessary. Inform the relevant
authorities.