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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Table of contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Emergency response guide Page Date SECURING THE VEHICLE ......... 1-1 ..202027 Switching off the engine .
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Securing the vehicle 1. SECURING THE VEHICLE 1.1 SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE Ignition switch If the ignition switch can be reached, an attempt can be made to stop the engine by switching off the ignition. Another method is to blow CO into the air inlet.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Securing the vehicle 1.2 MAIN SWITCH If the vehicle is equipped with a main switch, it is either mechanically or electronically operated, depending on the vehicle version. The switch can be used to interrupt the power supply from the batteries to the vehicle (except for the tachograph).
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Securing the vehicle 1.3 BATTERIES Location of the batteries The batteries are located on the left- or right-hand side of the chassis frame, or at the rear within the chassis. Disconnecting the batteries Switch the ignition OFF. Switch OFF all electrical consumers.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Securing the vehicle 1.4 AIRBAG WARNING! Airbag modules and safety belt tensioners are pyrotechnic systems and contain an explosive charge. D005288 A sticker with the airbag symbol on the windscreen identifies vehicles equipped with an airbag and safety belt tensioner system. In addition, there is an identification 'AIRBAG' visible (A) on the steering wheel.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Securing the vehicle The capacities and position of the tanks depend on the vehicle type. AdBlue AdBlue is a non-flammable, non-toxic, colourless, odourless and water-soluble liquid. AdBlue is a liquid consisting of 32.5% urea and 67.5% water. AdBlue must meet the specifications according to DIN 70070.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Securing the vehicle 1.6 REGENERATION UNIT During regeneration the exhaust gases, the surroundings of the regeneration unit and the catwalk can reach high temperatures that can potentially harm bystanders or the surrounding area. WARNING! There is a risk of fire or other hazardous situation if the temperature can ignite flammable materials.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Stabilising the vehicle 2. STABILISING THE VEHICLE 2.1 SEAT ADJUSTMENT NOTE: Before removing the seat, be aware of the safety instructions if the vehicle is equipped with an airbag and therefore an automatic safety belt tensioner. NOTE: The seat can be adjusted if the vehicle air pressure is at least 7 bar.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Stabilising the vehicle 4. Quick down Knob down (seat in driving posi- tion): the seat drops to its lowest position. Knob up (with lowered seat): the seat rises to the last height adjust- ment. 3. Seat tilt adjustment 2.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Stabilising the vehicle 2.2 AIR SUSPENSION CHASSIS Basic remote control 'ON/OFF' and 'STOP' key. See section 'Stop key'. Automatic setting of normal driving height. Lifting of chassis while the key is pressed. Lowering of chassis while the key is pressed.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Stabilising the vehicle 2.3 CABIN SUSPENSION The cabin can be equipped with full mechanical or full air suspension. If the vehicle is equipped with cabin air suspension, the cabin can be lowered. The cabin is lowered by cutting the air hoses. Lowering the air suspension The cabin is lowered by cutting the air hoses.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Releasing a trapped driver 3.2 CABIN BRACKET COLLISION ABILITY The cabin bracket has a built-in safety feature that enables the cabin to move back 400 mm in case of a collision. Depending on the severity of the collision there are two situations. The safety feature is used.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Releasing a trapped driver 3.4 OPENING THE FRONT PANEL The top section of the front panel can be folded Unlock the front panel by pulling the lever in the top section of the front panel. When the front panel is open it is held in the raised position by two gas struts.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Releasing a trapped driver 3.7 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT NOTE: The steering wheel can be adjusted if the vehicle air pressure (circuit 4) is at least 7 bar. WARNING! When the air hoses for the cabin suspension are cut, the air supply for steering wheel adjustment is also taken away.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Towing information 4. TOWING INFORMATION 4.1 REMOVING THE PROP SHAFT Make sure that the park brake is engaged. Loosen the prop shaft bolts at the rear axle side, do not remove them. NOTE: If by accident the prop shaft drops to the floor during towing it is dragged a long.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Towing information 4.2 RELEASING THE PARK BRAKE WARNING! Never release the park brake on an incline without precautionary measures. Releasing the park brake on an incline causes the vehicle to move unintentionally. This can lead to serious injury and damage to the vehicle.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Towing information 4.3 TYRE INFLATING CONNECTION The tyre inflating connection is located: WARNING! Always be aware of possible moving or rotating parts. For example the cooling fans while using the steps in the front of the cabin or working with an open front panel.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Towing information 4.4 TOWING It is possible to install a towing eye behind the grille. Always use a towing bar when towing. Deviation from this rule is only allowed in emergencies. When towing, error messages may be shown on the master display when the ignition is switched NOTE: The maximum permissible vehicle speed, weight and distance...
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Towing information WARNING! Short-distance towing: Release the park brake, see section 'Releasing the park brake', and adapt the driving style of the towing combination. Long-distance towing: Use a recovery vehicle. If the engine is not running during towing, there is no power steering and no air is supplied to the brake system.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Towing information Remove the rubber cover. Screw in the towing eye fully so the entire thread is used. Then turn the towing eye anti-clockwise (maximum 90 degrees) so the towing bar can be attached to the towing eye. The maximum GVW the towing eye may pull is 40 tons.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Towing information 4.5 JUMP-STARTING CAUTION: Starting the vehicle using a starting aid with too high a voltage can damage the electrical components. Never jump-start the engine with a fast charger. Never jump-start the vehicle with a voltage higher than 29 V. CAUTION: Do not disconnect the battery cables while the engine is...
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Towing information Battery box with extra terminals Terminals where the starter cables can be connected are found on the lower side of the battery box or on the left side behind a cover. Remove the cover (1) and connect the starter cable to the positive pole (+) first.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Lifting information 5. LIFTING INFORMATION 5.1 LIFTING AT THE FRONT The front of the truck can be lifted with two towing eyes. To lift the front of the truck: Install two towing eyes with the axle in horizontal position.
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE Lifting information 5.2 JACK UP AT THE FRONT Jacking up the air sprung front axle Place the jack under the special jack up brackets that are attached to the air sprung front axle. Jacking up mechanically sprung front axles Place the jack under the axle.
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