OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Table Of Contents
Warnings and Safety Regulations
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Winter conditions
When winter driving conditions are expected (especially if the vehicle is operated in
mountainous areas), make sure that your vehicle is fitted with winter tires or that you
have snow chains with you. Also refer to "Maintenance operations before the winter
season" in "Inspections and maintenance".
Load
The load should always be properly secured so that it cannot move, not even during
an emergency stop. Remember that sidewalls, partitions, etc. are often not
designed to withstand high forces.
Loads must not project more than is permitted by local regulations.
Bear in mind that the stability of the vehicle may be impaired by the load and that
you may also need a larger turning circle.
Make sure when loading that the following values are not exceeded:
- maximum permissible gross combination weight (GCW)
- maximum permissible gross vehicle weight (GVW)
- maximum permissible axle load
Oils and lubricants
Various kinds of oil and other lubricants used on the vehicle may constitute a health
hazard if they come into contact with the skin.
This also applies to engine coolant, windscreen washer fluid, refrigerant in air
conditioning systems, battery acid and diesel fuel.
So avoid direct contact as much as possible.
The engine and the surrounding area must be free of inflammable materials to avoid
the risk of fire.
Exercise caution when changing hot oil; it can cause serious bodily injury.