Trailer Operation; Attachment Operation - Wacker Neuson ET16 Operator's Manual

2 Safety
2.6

Trailer operation

Trailer operation
2.7

Attachment operation

Attachments
Operation
2-10
• The machine must be certified for trailer operation.
• Observe the national regulations for trailer operation.
• The specific national driving license is required.
• Carrying passengers on/in trailers is PROHIBITED.
• Observe the maximum permissible vertical and trailer load.
• Do not exceed the permissible trailer speed.
• Trailer operation with the towing gear of the machine is prohibited.
• Trailer operation changes the machine's operating behavior, the
operator must be familiar with this and act accordingly.
• Bear in mind the machine's steering mode and the trailer's turning
circle.
• Before hitching/unhitching the trailer, secure it to prevent it from rolling
away (for example with the parking brake, suitable wheel chocks).
• There must be nobody between the machine and the trailer when
hitching a trailer.
• Hitch the trailer onto the machine correctly.
• Ensure that all equipment works correctly (for example the brakes,
lights).
• Before starting machine travel, ensure that nobody is between the
machine and the trailer.
• Use only attachments that are certified for the machine or its protective
equipment (for example a shatter protection).
• All other attachments require the machine manufacturer's release.
• The danger zone and the work zone depend on the attachment used –
see the Operator's Manual of the attachment.
• Secure the load.
• Do not overload attachments.
• Check the correct position of the lock.
• Carrying persons on/in an attachment is prohibited.
• Installing a work platform is prohibited.
- Exception: The machine is certified and equipped with the necessary
safety equipment.
• Attachments and counterweights modify handling, as well as the
steering and braking capability of the machine.
• The operator must be familiar with these modifications and act accord-
ingly.
• Before starting work, operate the attachment to check that it works
correctly.
• Before putting the attachment into operation, ensure that nobody is in
danger.
• Lower the attachment to the ground before leaving the operator seat.
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