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PLUS 11 MK 2 CAR TRANSPORTER DRIVERS MANUAL FOR THE ULTIMATE IN QUALITY AND SERVICE PLEASE CONTACT US AT:- The Old Airfield, Gosfield, Halstead, Essex C09 1SA (01787) 478490 Fax :( 01787) 476047 www.transporter-engineering.com E-mail: enquiries@transporter-engineering.com Issue : - Man/P11,02...
It is a Health and Safety requirement that the driver can refer to the document to establish SWL. Before operating this transporter you must be trained in its operation and be fully conversant with the controls. Misuse could cause injury to operator and serious damage to the vehicle.
• The above criteria apply subject to the transporter and all its equipment being properly maintained. • If you are in any doubt never operate a deck or move a transporter without contacting your manager. OPERATION AND SAFETY SIGNS 1.
• All movements on the Plus 11 MK 2 are hydraulic with the exception of the manual loading ramps. Loosen the lock and slide the ramp out fully using the strap;...
GENERAL VEHICLE LAYOUT 10 11 RIGID DRAWBAR Over cab platform. Towing eye Peak ramp. Drawbar lifting pillars Peak ramp flap support pin. Van loading bridging plate. Rigid lifting pillars. Top deck front sliding ramp. Main top deck. Top deck rear sliding ramp. Top deck kick up ramp.
1750 KG The weights indicated are the maximum amounts that can be lifted by individual decks and are not a guide to the legal capacity of the transporter. Gross vehicle weights vary depending upon the axle configuration of the rigid.
11, slide the ramps out to maximum and lift into locating lugs after this first car has been removed. Make sure the transporter is on level ground. Release the loading ramp’s stowage pin.
Control handles Lock release air buttons OPERATING DECKS Important! All personnel must be clear of the vehicle before operating any controls. LIFTING DECKS Pull the relevant control handle towards you from its neutral position. The deck should now raise as the handle is held in this position. When the deck is at the required height, return the lever to the neutral position then lower the deck onto the locking rack.
Always check that the control levers return to neutral when released. HAND RAILS The transporter has been fitted with a hand rail system that meets Health and Safety regulations at time of manufacture. Any retrospective change in the legislation after the vehicle has entered service is the responsibility of the operator.
Coupling in open position Coupling in locked position UNCOUPLING THE RIGID UNIT Before carrying out the following procedure, ensure that the transporter is on firm level ground, with a suitable block to support the trailer front cross member, ideally in the centre.
Release the trailer parking brake. UNLOADING IN THE EVENT OF A MECHANICAL FAILURE You will require adequate air pressure to enable the locking pawl air valves to operate. Should power be lost to the PTO pump, follow the procedure listed below. Switch the change over control valve (located behind the main rigid control handles) from the PTO pump to the hand pump position, turning the lever 90 degrees.
VEHICLE SECURING SYSTEMS The load restraint system used on the transporter can either be bollards and straps, mobile straps, or wheel chocks, or you may have a mixture of all three systems. Pulling directions must be considered when securing vehicles on the transporter, as a guideline two straps pulling in either direction (ie forwards and backwards), with chocks on each wheel should be adequate.
The following pages will guide you through the method of loading the Plus 11 Transporter. (The procedure for unloading the transporter is generally as for loading it, but in reverse). Issue : - Man/P11,02...
PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Remove loading ramp stowage pins, pull out loading ramps and lift into locked position. Set trailer top deck front to align arrows and fully lower rear to loading angle. Issue : - Man/P11,02...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Car 1: Reverse car onto front drop ramp. Secure car to ramp, fully extend ramp and lower to desired height. Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Car 2: Fold over front wheel stops, drive car onto ramp up to stops. Secure car to ramp, extend and lower to desired position. Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Car 3: Drive car onto rear of deck, lift up wheel stop and secure. Adjust clearance between cars and raise top deck to maximum height. Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Adjust well deck rear to align with upper arrows on pillar and lower onto locks. Raise front of well deck scissor and front of kickup ramp to maximum, lowering ramps onto their locks.
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Raise over cab platform slightly, and adjust top deck to bridge between peak ramp and trailer. Car 4: Reverse car onto peak ramp. Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Lower over cab platform and secure car to peak ramp. Raise car to maximum height Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Car 5: Drive car onto top deck kickup ramp, lift slightly and secure car to ramp. Raise car 5 to maximum. Note - check clearances between car and cab. Issue : - Man/P11,02...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Car 6: Drive car onto top deck rear and secure. Adjust top deck kickup ramp and lock the supports. Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Raise top deck. Caution – Check clearance between car and trailer top deck. Lower well deck rear to align with lower arrows on pillar and lower onto locks. Issue : - Man/P11,02...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Extend well deck extension and adjust deck scissor to align with rigid deck and lock position. Car 7: Reverse car behind cab, as close to cab as possible. Issue : - Man/P11,02...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE 8: Retract well deck extension and drive car on to ramp Secure car to ramp and raise the well deck rear. Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Car 9: Drive car onto front of kick-up ramp and secure to ramp. Over wheel hoops on rear of kickup ramp. Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Car 10: Reverse car onto rear of kickup ramp and secure. Lower kickup ramp front and raise kickup rear. Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Car 11: Drive car onto rear of trailer and secure to deck. Adjust slide ramps and deck to running positions. Store loading ramps and lock into stowage. Issue : - Man/P11,02...
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PLUS 11 MK 2 RIGID AND DRAWBAR LOADING SEQUENCE Adjust top deck and peak ramp to running positions. Remember: Check every vehicle carried is fully secured and that the running height is known and marked in the cab accordingly. Ensure all unused chocks and straps are safely secured.
SAMPLE SCHEMATICS Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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5 FORD TRANSITS AND 3 MONDEOS 5 FORD TRANSIT CHASSIS CABS, 1 TRANSIT VAN AND 1 FOCUS SALOON 3 FORD KAS’ AND 9 FOCUS’ Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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8 LAND ROVER (MIX) 6 FORD TRANSITS AND 1 FOCUS Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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11 HONDA CIVICS 11 FORD MONDEOS 8 FORD RANGERS Issue : - Man/P11,02 Last rev: 26.08.2010...
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