LOADING & UNLOADING A DUMP TRAILER
WARNING
when the dump body is raised. Raise the dump body ONLY if the tow vehicle and
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WARNING
An overloaded trailer or improperly distributed load can result in death or serious
injury. An overloaded trailer can cause the hydraulic system to malfunction,
resulting in the dump body falling. A load that is improperly distributed in the
trailer can result in the trailer tipping over when the dump body is raised.
DANGER
NEVER alter or substitute any hydraulic system component. Death or serious
injury may result.
An altered or component substituted hydraulic system may malfunction, resulting
in the dump body falling without warning.
NEVER alter or substitute any hydraulic system component.
WARNING
Risk of electrocution. Dump body coming near or contacting power lines can
cause electrocution. Electrocution can occur without contact. Be sure there are
no overhead power lines over or near the trailer before raising dump body.
5.2 RAMP WEIGHTS
See table in Section 6.1 for ramp weights.
CAUTION
ramps or gates. Weights shown are subject to change due to changes in construction
materials or changes in design. Use a safe lifting procedure to avoid
injury when lifting ramps.
5.3 LOADING FIXED LOADS
Fixed loads include palletized materials, skid-steer loaders, mowers, etc. Fixed loads that are to
be carried or dumped should be loaded evenly throughout the trailer. Too much load in the front
portion will strain and possibly overload the hydraulic hoist. Too much load in the rear can lead
to trailer swaying at highway speeds.
• Couple the trailer to the tow vehicle.
side. Attempting to load on a soft or uneven surface may cause the trailer to overturn, which can
result in death or serious injury.