Moving; Coupling /Uncoupling The Trailer - SDMO RL6-1b Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien

3.3. Moving

3.3.1 Coupling /uncoupling the trailer

Before hitching up the trailer, check the hitching ring on the towing vehicle; this must be perfectly compatible with the trailer ring.
Any attempt to tow a trailer with a non-compliant device (bar, cables, lashing, etc.) runs the risk of serious accidents.
Also check:
- that there are no incipient ruptures or significant wear on the hitching system.
- that the locking system is working properly.
Warning
Coupling
Drive the towing vehicle or trailer to the coupling point.
Ensure that the coupling head is open: coupling handle pointing up (figure 3.1, no. 1) and marking (2) at "STOP".
The coupling mechanism can remain open as long as the coupling head is not resting on the hitching joint.
Fit the open coupling head on the hitching joint. Press the coupling handle downwards in the direction of the arrow (figure 3.1).
Check that safety part 3 is visible on the handle and that marking 2 is at "OK".
Raise the support foot completely.
Connect the electrical plug for the rear light strip.
If the coupling head is not correctly attached to the hitching joint, the trailer will separate from the towing vehicle.
Warning
Uncoupling
Immobilise the trailer by placing chocks under the wheels.
Open the coupling handle by pulling handle 1 and pressing coupling safety button 4, Marking 2 must be set to "STOP".
Lift the coupling head.
When you are sure that the mechanism is locked and that the wheel is bearing the load, you can uncouple the trailer from
the vehicle.
Disconnect the electrical plug supplying the rear light strip.
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