Trailer Cleaning - PRONAR RC3100 Operator's Manual

Section 4

4.13 TRAILER CLEANING

Trailer should be cleaned depending on
requirements and before longer idle pe-
riods (e.g. before winter period). Wash
trailer each time after unloading the ma-
terial which may cause corrosion of trailer
components. Before
washer the user is obliged to acquaint
himself with the operating principles and
recommendations concerning safe use of
this equipment.
TRAILER CLEANING GUIDELINES
• Remaining material should be re-
moved from the load box before
cleaning the trailer (sweep or blow
with compressed air).
• To clean the trailer, use only clean
running water or water with a cleaning
detergent additive with neutral pH.
• Using pressure washer increases
washing effectiveness, but particular
care must be taken during work.
During washing, washer nozzle may
not be closer than 50 cm from the
surface being cleaned.
• Water temperature should not exceed
55 C.
o
• Do not direct water stream directly at
system elements and equipment of
the trailer i.e. control valve, braking
force regulator,
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using pressure
brake cylinders,
pneumatic, electric and hydraulic
plugs, lights, electrical connections,
information and warning decals,
identification plate, conduit connec-
tions and lubrication points etc. Great
water jet pressure may damage these
elements. During washing, try not to
wet load platform planks.
• For cleaning and maintenance of
plastic coated surfaces it is rec-
ommended to use clean water or
special preparations designed for this
purpose.
• Do not apply organic solvents,
preparations of unknown origin or
other substances, which may cause
damage to lacquered, rubber or
plastic surfaces. In the event of doubt
it is recommended to make a test on
an unseen surface area.
• Surfaces smeared with oil or grease
should be cleaned by application of
benzene or other degreasing agents
and then washed with clean water
with added detergent. Comply with
recommendations of the Manufac-
turer of cleaning agents.
• Detergents should be kept in original
containers, optionally in replacement
containers, but very clearly marked.
Correct use