4 Safety
The Maintenance chapter is restricted exclusively to use by authorised
workshops and appropriately trained personnel using the proper tools and
safety procedures.
4.2 Proper use
The product has been constructed using state-of-the-art technology and in
accordance with the recognised rules of technical safety. However, its use
may result in hazards for the operator or third parties or damage to the
device or other objects of material value.
Proper use also includes:
• Adherence to the owner's manual and implementation of the working
steps stipulated in the owner's manual.
• Adherence to the performance limits Fig. 1.2 and of the product.
• Adherence to all installation instructions Page 13,
• Adherence to all maintenance instructions Page 26,
• the use of the auxiliary and operating materials listed Page 25 as well
as their environmentally-friendly disposal Page 9.
Operationally safe function can only be guaranteed if all the instructions,
adjustments and performance limits for the product are adhered to.
4.3 Improper use
• The use with non-standard or damaged fifth wheel kingpins e.g. bent,
incorrect size or dimensions, fitted on bent trailer bolster plates,
• The attachment of lifting devices,
• Transport of loads in excess of the rated capacity or D-value,
• Use of a tipping device with a kinked tractor,
• Applications other than those recommended.
4.4 Safety instructions and symbols used
The following symbols are used to denote particularly important
information and sections of the text. Make sure that they are always read
and adhered to before working with the product.
Danger!
This safety instruction with the exclamation mark warns
of a possible safety risk or serious and fatal injuries.
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