Opening side with liftable upper rail (option) Operating the liftable upper rail (option) Closing the liftable upper rail (option) EXSIDE with side doors on both sides. Using the rotating upper beam with side doors (option) Using the bars Weight distribution/loaded 5.10...
“General Users Manual” supplied with the trailer Before using the trailer for the first time, read the “General Users Manual” and then this “EXSIDE Users Manual" carefully to prevent accidents and/or serious damage. If you have any questions or comments, please contact us www.knapen-trailers.eu/contact...
Vehicle identification Vehicle identification Trailer position indications NO Description Chapter Door retainer CH5.1 Locking point CH5.1 Door locks CH5.1 Handle mid-post CH5.1 Securing point mid-post CH5.1 Mid-post/centring point CH5.2 Operation liftable upper rail (option) CH5.4 Extra lock combined with liftable upper rail (option) CH5.5 Operation air bag deflation CH5.10...
User Manual EXSIDE EN - v202101 Safety Read this chapter carefully prior to using the trailer. Always apply the following points of attention in the daily use of the trailer. Standard visual inspection before driving off The visual inspection before driving off is very important for the safety of the driver, bystanders, and fellow road users.
General use of EXSIDE General use of EXSIDE General use of the trailer is described in the “General Users Manual". Using the EXSIDE When transporting general cargo, the load must be secured in accordance with the guidelines. Important points for attention are: The roof system must be free of water, snow and ice before the side doors, mid post or upper rail are operated.
User Manual EXSIDE EN - v202101 Opening the side Step Release the door handles on door 3. Fold door 3 against door 2 and secure it with the door retainer. Release the door handles on door 1 and door 2.
Using the EXSIDE Closing the side Step Release the mid post and roll it to the centre of the trailer. Release the handle of the post and place it in the claw at the bottom (1). Make sure the centring arrows align at the top (2).
User Manual EXSIDE EN - v202101 Opening side with liftable upper rail (option) Note: If the trailer is equipped with the liftable upper rail option, first follow the steps described in CH 5.1 “Opening the side". Then continue with the steps below.
Using the EXSIDE Operating the liftable upper rail (option) 5.4.1 Manual pump Step Operation Remove the handle from the holder (1). Insert the handle into the pump (2). Place the pump lever in the desired position. Lift upper rail. Lower upper rail.
User Manual EXSIDE EN - v202101 Closing the liftable upper rail (option) Before lowering the upper rail, check that the entire load is inside the trailer. Step Lower the upper rail by operating the pump. See CH 5.4 “Operating the liftable upper rail”.
Repeat the last four steps to close door 4, 5 and 6. Reattach the straps or central sheet fastening (option) and the elastic straps at the front and rear. EXSIDE with side doors on both sides Points for attention are: Both sides may be fully opened to load and unload the trailer.
When using the rotating upper beam the first bar should always remain in position. The other bars may be opened. The other steps to be followed are described in the Knapen Trailers Users Manual. Using the bars Note: When the pin is released the bar may lower (±20cm).
Using the EXSIDE Weight distribution/loaded Points for attention are: Make sure the weight is distributed evenly for optimal closing of the side doors and optimal handling. Distribute the load properly if cargo has to be delivered to various addresses. Always close doors 1-3 first, then doors 4-6.
User Manual EXSIDE EN - v202101 5.11 Loading/unloading from the side Points for attention are: When loading and unloading at the front and rear in combination with the liftable upper rail, make sure the load (and/or fork-lift) does not touch the fixed rails as this can cause damage.
Maintenance and cleaning Maintenance and cleaning Side doors daily weekly monthly annually Condition of rubber lower side Condition of rubber upper side Condition of vertical rubber (in the door) Condition of hinges Condition of rollers door guides Condition of door locks Clean rubber seals Clean hinges Clean inner sliding runner...
User Manual EXSIDE EN - v202101 Troubleshooting EXSIDE System malfunction Cause Solution Roller mechanism is damaged Contact your service point workshop Mid post not movable Blockage in rail Unblock Frozen Place trailer in heated area Claw is dirty Clean the claw at the bottom...
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