Manitou MT 733 EASY 75D ST5 S1 Operator's Manual page 96

TOWING DEVICE
Using a trailer in poor condition may affect the lift truck's steering and braking, and hence the safety of the assembly.
If a third party helps in coupling or uncoupling the trailer, this person must be permanently visible to the driver and wait until
the lift truck has stopped, the handbrake is on and the I.C. engine is switched off before performing the operation.
Located at the rear of the lift truck, this device is used to couple a trailer. Capacity is limited for each lift truck by the authorised
gross vehicle weight (AGVW), tractive effort and maximum vertical force on the coupling point. This information is given on
the manufacturer's plate fixed to each lift truck (
- To use a trailer, see current regulations in your country (maximum running speed, braking, maximum weight of trailer, etc.).
- Verify the trailer's condition before using it (tyre condition and pressures, electrical connection, hydraulic hose, brake
system...).
1 - CLEVIS HITCH
Be careful not to get your fingers caught or crushed during this operation.
Do not forget to put the cotter pin back in place.
When uncoupling, make sure that the trailer is supported independently.
COUPLING AND UNCOUPLING THE TRAILER
- To couple the trailer, position the lift truck as close as possible to the trailer ring.
- Apply the handbrake on and switch off the engine.
- Remove the pin 1, lift the towing pin 2 and place or remove the trailer ring.
2 - REAR ELECTRIC SOCKET (OPTION)
- Connect the male plug to the female socket 1 on the lift truck and make sure
the lights of the trailer or the light bar are working properly.
1 - Ground.
2 - Left rear light and number plate.
3 - Rear left-hand indicator light.
4 - Rear brake lights.
5 - Rear right-hand indicator light.
6 - Rear right hand headlight.
7 - Not used.
3 - REAR-VIEW MIRROR
The rear-view mirror allows the lift truck to approach the trailer ring more precisely.
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