FENDT Bianco Series Manual page 14

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Brakes
A trailer carriage behaves differently from an
individual vehicle while braking. Therefore, it is
advisable (especially for inexperienced drivers)
to conduct several braking tests on a suitable
surface. The braking distance for a carriage is
longer than that of an individual vehicle. The load
in the caravan also has a significant influence on
the braking distance.
Rules for braking
•
Note the longer braking distance on wet
roads.
•
When driving down mountains or steep hills,
do not use a higher gear than when driving
uphill.
• Principally, an overrunning brake system
cannot differentiate between a "normal"
braking procedure and driving over a pass,
which lasts for a longer period of time. This
can cause the wheel brakes to heat up
strongly so that, if necessary, you must give
them sufficient time to cool down.
Due to the design of the brakes, there
may be increased wear in the brake
lining during the initial break-in phase.
We recommend that, after you have
driven approx. 700 - 1200 km, you
have the basic setting for the brakes
checked by a specialist company and
adjusted if necessary. (Initial inspec-
tion)
Driving in reverse
Your Fendt camper has a braking system with
automatic reverse. This makes driving in reverse
possible without activating the overrunning
brake. However, in addition to rolling resistance,
the residual brake force must first be overcome.
The next time the camper moves forward the
braking system will work normally again.
Rules for driving in reverse
•
The camper tilts in the opposite direction in
which you steer.
•
Use a guide when driving in reverse.