Holder A4 VG 40 EP User Manual
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Operating Instructions
Operation
Before Starting to Drive
When driving on public highways, observe the regulations
of the highway code.
of the highway code.
•
When following a curve with a trailer or other attach-
ments, don't forget to take the added length and drag into
consideration.
ments, don't forget to take the added length and drag into
consideration.
DANGER
Parts of implements posing a danger to traffic
must be covered before driving or identified
with warning signs.
Parts of implements posing a danger to traffic
must be covered before driving or identified
with warning signs.
•
Switch off the differential lock when travelling along a
curve.
curve.
•
When driving on slopes, drive downhill if possible; if
you have to turn, turn only when driving uphill.
you have to turn, turn only when driving uphill.
•
On steep slopes you can improve traction by acti-
vating the differential lock.
vating the differential lock.
•
Drive across slopes only in accordance with the notes
at the end of this chapter.
at the end of this chapter.
Driving Safety Rules
•
Drive the tractor only from the driver's station with the
cab doors closed.
cab doors closed.
•
Always adjust your speed to the driving conditions
and the load you are carrying.
and the load you are carrying.
•
Never drive downhill without having the tractor in gear
or with the engine stopped.
or with the engine stopped.
•
Before driving, check that no-one is standing in the
immediate vicinity of the vehicle.
immediate vicinity of the vehicle.
•
The driving behaviour of the tractor is strongly affec-
ted by the weight and swing range of the implements,
trailers and, if fitted, ballasting. Therefore drive slowly
with heavy equipment and take the longer braking
distance into consideration.
ted by the weight and swing range of the implements,
trailers and, if fitted, ballasting. Therefore drive slowly
with heavy equipment and take the longer braking
distance into consideration.