Loading And Unloading A Flatbed Trailer
Secure the cargo to the trailer using appropriate straps, chains and tensioning
devices. Refer to www.fmcsa.dot.gov for regulations regarding cargo securement
rules.
LOADING THE TD SERIES TILT DECK TRAILER
The TD series tilt deck trailer is equipped with a latch on the left side of the trailer
that keeps the trailer deck in the travel position. A control valve is mounted either
on the front, or on street side of the trailer to allow the trailer to tilt. After the trailer
is loaded and the cargo is secured with hold downs, be sure the latch is engaged
and the control valve is in the “closed” position.
Couple the trailer to the tow vehicle before attempting to unlock the deck and load
the trailer.
! WARNING
A tilt deck can pinch and crush.
Keep away from the deck while tilting to avoid injury.
Pull pin and push latch down to open (1) as shown below.
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Deck Latch
Move control valve (2) to the “Open” position to allow the trailer to tilt to the
load/unload position.
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