Use - Ifor Williams Trailers HBE User Handbook Manual

• Always make use of the breakaway cable.
• Always leave the handbrake on or chock
the wheels when the trailer is parked.
When parking the trailer for extended
periods, it is advisable to chock the
wheels and release the handbrake to
avoid the possibility of the brake shoes
adhering to the brake drum surface.
• With the trailer coupled to the towing
vehicle, the floor of the horsebox should
be level. See 3.5.2
• Never exceed the maximum nose weight.
• A nose weight that is too light can cause
stability issues when towing.
• Except in emergencies, never unhitch a
loaded trailer. If unavoidable, take great
care to ensure that the jockey wheel is
securely clamped and the handbrake is
fully applied.
• If the trailer is on a slope, chock the
wheels as an added precaution.
• Always tie down securely or restrain
effectively all loads, if used to carry
items other than horses, and carry out
regular checks on the condition of the
load during the journey.
• Ensure all ramps, doors, hatches, etc. are
secure before towing the trailer.
If any additional equipment is to be fitted
to the trailer that involves any welding,
drilling or any structural modifications to
the trailer, then this is done entirely at
the owner's risk and may invalidate your
warranty. Always seek professional advice
and guidance from your coach builder/
bodywork specialist before undertaking
any modifications.
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1.6.1 USE

INTENDED USE
The following are permitted:
• Transport of domestic equine animals.
• Transport of horse accessories (e.g. saddles,
blankets, cleaning utensils, etc.).
QUALIFICATION OF THE PERSONNEL
Ifor Williams Trailers Ltd. products may only
be used and maintained by personnel who
are familiar with:
• The contents of this manual.
• The trailer and associated towing vehicle.
• Any additional operating and maintenance
instructions of accessories included with
the HBE.
• The local legislation and laws pertaining to
road use and licensing.
• All health and safety/accident prevention
regulations as well as other relevant safety,
occupational health and road traffic
regulations.
• Knowledge about transporting domestic
equine animals.
• Knowledge about the relevant Animal
Welfare Legislation.
REASONABLY FORESEEABLE MISUSE
Any use extending beyond the prescribed
transport applications is regarded as other
than intended.
In particular, this includes:
GENERAL
• Non-observance of the safety instructions
within this manual.
• Transport of persons.
• Transport of small animals (e.g. sheep, pigs,