Transport On Vehicle - PRONAR T663/4 Operator's Manual

SECTION 1 Pronar T663/4 T663/4 SILO
is delivered to the user either transported on a vehicle or, after being attached to a tractor,
independently (trailer towed with a tractor).

1.5.1 TRANSPORT ON VEHICLE.

Loading and unloading of trailer from vehicle shall be conducted using loading ramp with the
aid of an agricultural tractor. During work adhere to the general principles of Health and
Safety at Work applicable to reloading work. Persons operating reloading equipment must
have the qualifications required to operate these machines. The trailer must be properly
connected with the tractor according to the requirements in this Operators Manual. The trailer
brake system must be started and checked before driving off or onto ramp.
The trailer should be attached firmly to the platform of the vehicle using straps or chains fitted
with a tightening mechanism. Securing elements should be attached to the transport catches
designed for this purpose (1) – figure (1.3), permanent structural elements of the trailer
(longitudinal and transverse frame sections etc.). Transport catches (hooks and eyes) are
welded to upper longitudinal frame (2), with one pair on each side of the trailer. Use certified
and technically reliable securing measures. Worn straps, cracked securing catches, bent or
corroded hooks as well as elements damaged in a different way may be unsuitable for use.
Carefully read the information contained in the Operator's Manual for the given securing
measure. Chocks, wooden blocks or other objects without sharp edges should be placed
under the wheels of the trailer to prevent it from rolling. Trailer wheel blocks must be nailed to
the low platform planks of the vehicle or secured in another manner preventing their
movement. The number of securing elements (cables, straps, chains and stay etc.) and the
force necessary for their tensioning depends on a number of things, including weight of the
trailer, the construction of vehicle carrying trailer, speed of travel and other conditions. To
secure the trailer optimally on the load platform, support the drawbar with wooden blocks. For
this reason it is impossible to define the securing plan precisely. A correctly secured trailer
does not change its position with regard to the transport vehicle. The securing elements must
be selected according to the guidelines of the Manufacturer of these elements. In case of
doubt apply a greater number of securing straps in order to immobilise the trailer. If
necessary, sharp edges of trailer should be protected at the same time protecting the
securing straps from breaking during transport.
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