PRONAR T663/1 Operator's Manual page 21

SECTION 1
health and safety (OHS) 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 braking system must be started and checked before driving off or onto
ramp.
ATTENTION
When being road transported on a motor vehicle the trailer must be mounted on the
vehicle's platform in accordance with the transport safety requirements and the
regulations.
Driver of the vehicle should be particularly careful during travel. This is due to the
vehicle's centre of gravity shifting upwards when loaded with the machine.
Use only certified and technically reliable securing measures. Carefully read the
information contained in the Operator's Manuals for the given securing measures.
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), or permanent structural elements of the trailer
(longitudinal members, crossbars 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 stated 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
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