Operating Instructions - Böckmann Fahrzeugwerke GmbH
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1. BOCKMANN ANHANG ERSTER KLASSE Operating Instructions Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer www boeckmann com Emm Operating Instructions 04 13 Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm Your vehicle data Vehicle model Chassis no Total weight rating Year of construction Tyre size manufacturer Overrun device typePro ducer test mark Drawbar tow bar Manufacturer test symbol Axle type Manufacturer test symbol Wheel brake type Manufacturer test symbol Ball coupling type Manufacturer test symbol Key no for lockable cou pling Copyright BOCKMANN Fahrzeugwerke GmbH retains all rights to these operating instructions as well as translations of these operating instructions The technical information contained therein may not be reproduced in whole or in part in any form whatsoever including print out photocopy microfilm or data transfer without the written permission of BOCKMANN Fahrzeugwerke GmbH Storage processing duplication and distribution by electronic means and circulation to third parties are prohibited 04 13 Emm Operating Instructions 04 13 Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm Table of contents 1 Important Information 1 1 1 Operating 5 1 1 2 Representation 5 12. of the corresponding gross weight rating People working with or driving the see Technical Data trailer must have read and under stood these operating instructions Any other use is considered to be im proper use BOCKMANN accepts no lia 2 23 Trailer bility for damage resulting from improper use Never use a defective trailer Defec The following uses are prohibited tive trailers conceal unforeseeable risks transport of people transport of dry bulk goods The rear lights of the trailer must be visible at all times If the rear lights are covered by a protruding load 2 2 Basic Safety Instructions open ramps or dirt please mount an easily visible rear lighting unit to mark 2 24 Inspections the end of the trailer 24 L Inspections may only be carried out pet eed at BOCKMANN approved authorised shops For further information please go to www boeckmann com The delivery inspection must be car ried out by the dealer and recorded in the inspection schedule see Clean ing Maintenance and Inspection The wheel bolts must be inspected after the first 50 km using a torque wrench see Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection Do not exceed the total weight rating see Loading The trailer must be loaded carefully and correctly Incorrectly loaded trail ers can easily start skidding See Loading to find out how to load the trailer correctly Allfurther inspectio
3. 37 10 SOINICC 20 da ee dese e e due S aute 38 10 1 Information on Quality 38 10 2 Ordering Spare Parts and Accessories 39 04 3 1 Important Information 1 Important Information Dear Customer These operating instructions are intend ed to help you use your First Class Trailer optimally Following these in structions will ensure that you can use your trailer safely for a long time This trailer has been developed and de signed to the latest state of the art and has been thoroughly tested to ensure perfect functioning prior to despatch 1 1 Operating Instructions Please retain these operating instruc tions for future reference If you sell or lend your trailer to a third party please always give the operating instructions to the new user Please read the operating instruc tions completely before using the trailer for the first time Disregard of these operating instruc tions may lead to injuries or damage to the trailer BOCKMANN accepts no liability for damage resulting from disregard of these operating instructions Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm 1 2 Representation Conventions 1 2 1 Safety Notices and Warnings In these operating instructions a three level system is used to indicate different hazard severities Indicates that death or serious bodily injury will probably occur if the spec
4. ified precautionary measures are not taken Indicates that minor to moderate bodily injury will occur if the speci fied precautionary measures are not taken NOTICE Indicates that material damage will occur if the specified precautionary measures are not taken The following markings are also used i NorE Points out particularly important informa tion about the trailer handling of the ve hicle or the respective part of the operating instructions TIP Indicates a user tip 04 3 EN emm Operating Instructions 1 2 2 Text Distinctions The following text markings are used in these operating instructions A Version variants are indicated by the respective capital letters 1 3 Trailer Versions and Acces sories All trailers are available in different ver sions You can also retrofit your trailer with additional accessories see Spare Parts and Accessories Due to the large number of versions and accessory parts not all trailer versions are described Familiarise yourself with the version op tions and accessories of your trailer to identify the corresponding version vari ants in these operating instructions that apply to your trailer 1 4 Third Party Documentation If the trailer is fitted with purchased parts the corresponding operating instructions from the third party manufacturers are supplied with the trailer documents Please heed the information regarding operation maintenance
5. 1 Open the rear ramp and lower com pletely to the ground or support sur face 2 One person must be standing on the open side facing the trailer to steady the horse during loading 3 Lead the horse on the rope straight and without hesitation on to the trail er 4 Attach the stall bar and secure with the split pin Stall bars with Multi Safe System MSS lock automatically after attach ing 5 Tie the rope to the tie ring at the front using a safety knot i NorE BOCKMANN recommends tying the horse on both sides 04 13 EB Emm Operating Instructions 6 Close the rear ramp and secure both latches 6 5 3 Unloading the Horse 1 Open the rear ramp from the side The person involved must be stand ing beside the trailer Untie the rope Release the stall bar and swing down One person must be standing on the open side facing the trailer to steady the horse during unloading Back the horse slowly straight out of the trailer 6 5 4 Loading Livestock 1 Ey 04 13 Open the rear ramp and lower com pletely to the ground or support sur face One person must be standing on the open side facing the trailer to steady the livestock during loading Loading livestock Large livestock Lead the animal on the rope straight and without hesitation on to the trailer Close and latch the mesh partition of the rear ramp Tie the rope to the tie ring at the front using a safety kno
6. 1 3 Trailer Versions and Accessories 2 1 4 Third Party Documentation 2 1 9 Trailer Approval 21 15 RR LES ee deg eva Woda E 2 1 6 Driving Licence secte RM eae ae ed PREX pias ra 2 2 Safety era eee aaa aa LE 3 2A Intended Use essc E eee Die eee PY eee 3 2 2 Basic Safety 5 3 29 abel I Eq idet 4 24 Disposal 2124424144 bids au Da S O Sar PEDE pe ded 6 3 Technical 7 39 4 Rating plate udh EO or pens ces mer dae at og bad 7 4 Trailer Features us en een xm KR K R K N KR KORR 8 4 1 Electrical 5 8 42 Towing DEVICES sr le Ree CR EM exp ee mer Br babe 9 4 3 Coupling een Pepe eeu ed ade dee 10 4 4 Breakaway Cable for Overrun 11 45 Jockey wheel cocos hee ae Ae a Re ee deel ade bakal 11 46 Parking brake and wheel 5 12 4 7 S pportleg neue bet deta deel ed reale 14 4 8 Rear Ramp Top Canvas 14 4 9 Rear ramp 1 section door combination 15 4 10 Safety Stall Bar 16 441
7. have less traction Before making a trip remove any wa ter snow or ice from the roof of the trailer to avoid endangering other drivers Please read the following information carefully so that you are prepared for dif ferent driving conditions 7 2 4 General Driving Precautions TEN 7 2 3 Tips for Driving in Side Wind The stability of the vehicle trailer combination decreases with increas ing speed Adapt your speed to the Side wind can cause the trailer to snake or tip over given road and weather conditions to ensure that you can stop the vehicle and trailer without problems at any time Slow down while driving a loaded trailer on an incline to ensure that you can stop the vehicle and trailer with out problems at any time Note that the turning radius of long trailers is unusually large Note that long trailers follow the vehi cle in a smaller radius when turning If protruding or overhanging loads cover the lights you must attach an additional easily visible lighting unit Trailer snaking may result if the tyre pressure is too low Before making a trip check the air pressure in all tyres on the trailer If necessary adapt the tyre pressure to the weight of the load 7 2 2 Tips for Driving in Rain Frost and Snow Note that on icy and slippery roads the driving and braking characteris ES 04 13 Side wind gusts often occur suddenly and unexpectedly e g on rough ter rain o
8. Breech ti B a chek ers hee ab Gus 16 5 Coupling xxu nee 17 5 1 Nose Weight oe ER eee eee Ga Ee rl eed 17 52 Coupling Deae iei Ra uh 17 5 39 Parking the 00001 a dsb meer RR pe Re xS i oriad 18 04 3 emm Operating Instructions Table of contents 6 Loading k IERI xke Rees 19 6 1 Loading and Unloading the 19 6 2 Preparations s pesados Rx latu eer edu 19 6 3 Weight Bistrib tlon 222 24 24 ggs icti Bea ae redes 19 6 4 Securing Animals for 20 6 5 Loading Animals 5 21 7 Driving 222405 a ai 23 7 1 Pre drive Checklist susce coke tae betes ne rr rr pepe ex dd RR ee 23 72 Driving Precautions ee et dead ke i ad 24 1 3 BrakeS i sss eee eier rue Res 25 ee ne ees 26 7 5 Manoeuvrlfig u a sr ee ek bid bleed dee Beeb bhi es 26 8 Cleaning Maintenance and 27 81 5 27 9 2 Maintenance br qu s 28 8 3 Tyres and Changing Wheels 29 9 4 CURE ee Rue Ex E NEN EE SENS 30 9 Troubleshooting
9. Y year after last inspection 04 13 E Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection 8 25 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 30 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 35 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 40 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 45 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 50 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection ES 04 13 8 Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection 55 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 60 000 km inspection max Y year after last inspection 65 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 70 000 km inspection max Y year after last inspection 75 000 km inspection max Y year after last inspection 80 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 04 13 Ed Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection 8 85 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 90 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 95 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 100 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection EJ 04 13 9 Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting Lighting does not work Connector not properly Insert the plug all the way into inserted into socket of tow the socket of the towing vehi ing vehicle cle Twist the 13 pin con
10. electric de vices must be disposed of separately from normal house waste Ask your local authority how to properly dispose of old devices Batteries Batteries may contact toxic heavy metals and must be treated as hazardous waste Dispose of old batteries at the appropriate collection point Hydraulic oil Hydraulic oil must be disposed of proper ly Please observe local regulations Old tyres Dispose of old tyres in accordance with local regulations EN 04 13 Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm 3 Technical Data 3 Technical Data The technical data for your trailer can be found in the following places inthe vehicle documents for your trailer onthe trailer s rating plate inthe type identification information for the trailer 3 4 Rating plate BOCKMANN ae Q XX XXXX XX XXXX XX 8 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 1 xxx kg 2 6 Xxxx kg Fig 1 Rating plate 1 Manufacturer General operator s licence ABE number for the approved trailer type 17 digit trailer identification number Total weight rating Total weight rating for axle 1 Total weight rating for axle 2 if applicable m oun fw 04 13 EM 4 Trailer Features Trailer Features 4 4 1 Electrical Connections 8 The following connectors are distin guished Fig 1 Plug versions T pin connector 13 connector 1 n
11. hindered or endangered Additionally secure the trailer to prevent it rolling away 1 Pull up the parking brake 2 Place wheel chocks if supplied in front of the tyres 6 2 Preparations 1 Completely mount all required attach ment parts before loading the trailer Install parts which divide the load area e g mesh partitions and similar parts such that the load can be posi tioned in the middle near the axis 2 Make sure all ramps mesh partitions etc are completely mounted and se cured 04 3 Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm 6 3 Weight Distribution 6 3 1 Correct Load Distribution The load must be uniformly distribut ed and form fitting The weight must be concentrated at the axle s Loadthe cargo in such a way that the centre of gravity is as low as possible The load must not protrude over the side wall Loose parts must be secured to pre vent them slipping see Securing the Load The minimum and maximum nose weight specifications must be com plied with see Coupling Correctly loaded trailer TAL 9 Fig 1 Zones for load distribution A Tr Fig 2 Example of correct load distribution Emm Operating Instructions 6 3 2 Incorrect Load Distribution NOTICE Incorrect load distribution Material damage For measures for distributing the load correctly please see
12. horses from bumps and injuries 6 Loading 6 5 Loading Animals Safely i note Please observe the following instructions for loading animals safely Switch on the interior light and open the front jockey door to light up the in terior of the trailer as much as possi ble Makesurethe rear rampis positioned firmly and stably Adapt the safety breast bar to the height of the respective animal Swing the partition to the side to ex pand the horse area for anxious hors es see Expanding the Load Area The calmer the person leading the animal is the more reassured the an imal is Forlivestock trailers install the mesh partitions such that the animals are positioned in the middle of the trailer 6 5 1 Expanding the Load Area Swivelling the partition 1 Lift the partition out of the recess at the rear and swing to the right when in the driving direction 2 Load the trailer 3 Swing the partition back into its origi nal position and secure Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm i note An additional partition floor bracket ac cessory is required for driving with the partition in swung out position BOCKMANN recommends use of a full width stall bar accessory for a swivelled partition Removing the partition 1 Swivel the partition at the rear to the left when in the driving direction 2 Lift the partition at the front out of the mount 6 5 2 Loading the Horse
13. on and sealed around the edges along the side walls with a sealant Protruding horseshoe nails and screwed in or welded horse shoe studs can damage the rubber floor Check the sealant regularly for damage and renew if damaged The rubber floor can be protected with a scuff mat acces sory Canvas covers Canvases are easy care products Clean with soap and water 04 3 27 Rear lights and lighting elements 8 2 Maintenance Rear lights and lighting elements must always be intact unobstructed and clean Wash or clean regularly Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection 8 Maintenance work should only be car ried out by suitably qualified personnel Rims wheel guards and mudflaps Ensure that maintenance intervals are maintained The maintenance intervals Clean regularly are given in the following table Maintenance schedule Tyres Before every long journey Check tyre pressures see Tyre inflation pressure table Check wheel bolts and tighten if necessary see Tightening torques table Every 5000 km or annually Lubricate lubrication points Parking brake e Coupling Regularly Clean See additional operating instructions and or third party documentation Lubricant Use a multipurpose grease in accord ance with DIN 51825 KTA 3K for lubrica tion EJ 04 13 8 Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection 8 3 Tyres and Changing Wheels Incorrectly repaired tyres Bodily injury or m
14. store safely 4 8 Rear Ramp Top Canvas Cover Fig 13 Canvas cover roll up Ensure optimum ventilation in the trailer in transit Close the canvas cover in wet or cold conditions to protect the horses from rain and draughts 04 13 Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm 4 9 Rear ramp 1 section door B 1 section door combination i note This version is a special model for horse trailers 4 Trailer Features Horse trailers are each fitted with a com bination door This door can be used in two ways ramp A and 1 section door B Fig 15 1 section door Fully unlocked rear ramp 1 section door Death by crushing pinching of body parts Neverrelease all latches at the same time Open either the lever for the rear ramp or the 1 section door Fig 14 Ramp This should be used to load and unload horses Fig 16 Incorrectly unlocked rear ramp 1 section door 04 3 Emm Operating Instructions Make sure there are only ever two 4 11 Breech bars latches open at the same time Trailer Features 4 4 10 Safety Stall Bar System Fig 18 Breech bars Secure the breech bars with the split Fig 17 Safety Stall Bar System pins prior to transport If horses panic they may step over the breast bar in the trailer with their front legs In such a case the breast bar can be re leased from the outside Unscrew the eye bolt on the outside The bracke
15. the different standing posi tions of the horses B Height adjustable drawbar 1 note See additional operating instructions and or third party documentation Fig 2 Drawbar for coach 04 13 emm Operating Instructions Trailer Features 4 1 NOTE Coupling status indicator Coaches may only be transported on the drawbar if certain conditions are met see Safety 4 3 Coupling B The following couplings are distin HJ guished standard coupling version A Fig 4 Wear indicator anti sway coupling B accessory Check the wear indicator for the cou A Standard coupling version also pling available lockable A2 In coupled state the indicator must lie within the range If the wear indicator is in the range do not drive with the trailer The indicator shows the following status es The range indicates that the cou pling is completely open The range indicates that the cou pling is seated correctly on the ball head The range indicates that the cou pling is not properly closed Either the ball has not been fitted completely into the ball coupling or the ball cou pling or ball is worn Fig 3 Standard coupling version A1 Opening the coupling 1 Only for locking coupling insert key and rotate until green semicircle is i NOTE next to OPEN B Anti sway coupling See additional operating instructions and or
16. third party documentation 10 04 13 4 Trailer Features Fig 5 Opened and closed coupling 2 Press and hold down the release but ton on the safety catch 3 Pull the handle forward Closing the coupling 1 Push the handle down 2 Only for locking coupling insert key and rotate until red semicircle is next to OPEN 4 4 Breakaway Cable for Over run Brake i NorE Breakaway cables are only installed in braked trailers Fig 6 Breakaway cable 04 3 Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm i note The loop of the breakaway cable must be large enough to ensure that even in ex treme curves the cable is not pulled and hence the trailer s emergency brake is not activated Fitting the breakaway cable 1 Lay the breakaway cable over the tow bar on the towing vehicle 2 Attach the clip to the breakaway ca ble 4 5 Jockey wheel The trailer must be equipped with a jock ey wheel for nose weights of 50 kg and higher A jockey wheel can be retrofitted NOTICE Incorrectly loaded jockey wheel The jockey wheel is only intended to pro vide support Do not manoeuvre a load ed trailer if the jockey wheel is lowered The following jockey wheels are distin guished basic version of jockey wheel A automatic jockey wheel basic version B emm Operating Instructions A Basic version of jockey wheel Fig 7 Basic version of jockey wheel B Automa
17. CK MANN 2 2 8 Environmental Conditions Protect the trailer and accessories as well as possible from adverse weath er conditions such as rain snow and hail Ensure adequate lighting when work ing on the trailer at dusk or in the dark 2 3 Labels The following labels are affixed to the trailer 2 3 1 Read Operating Instructions Fig 1 Read instructions label This indicates that you should read the operating instructions before using the trailer 04 3 Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm 2 3 2 Replace Spring Clip 2 3 4 Removing the safety bar 2 Safety NN mu VE la S Fig 2 Lock using spring clip label Fig 4 Removing the safety bar label This indicates that you may only use Indicates how to remove the safety bar locks with spring clips system in case of an emergency If a spring clip is missing from a lock you must immediately replace the spring clip 2 3 3 Lubrication Points on the Cou pling Fig 3 Lubrication points on coupling la bel This indicates the places where you must lubricate the coupling 04 3 ES Emm Operating Instructions 2 4 Disposal Safety 2 The trailer owner must dispose of the trailer and all associated components in accordance with national disposal regu lations Waste electrical and electronic equip ment Devices marked with this sym bol are subject to the Europe an Directive 2002 96 EG All old electronic and
18. Correct Load Distribution Incorrectly loaded trailer 2 O O Fig 3 Incorrect load distribution example A In example A the weight of the load is not on the axle Fig 4 Incorrect load distribution example B In example B the load is concentrated at the front of the trailer making the nose weight on the tow bar of the towing vehicle too high The rear of the towing vehicle is pulled down g TIN BS 9 95 Fig 5 Incorrect load distribution example C In example C the load is concentrated at the rear of the trailer making the leverage force on the tow bar of the towing vehicle too high The rear of the towing vehicle is pulled up The nose weight is too low Ey 04 13 Loading 6 6 4 Securing Animals for Trans port Unsecured loose parts Injury to animals There must not be any loose parts straps or slings in the load area Draughts m Colds or conjunctivitis Before starting a journey close all doors and window openings Secure the animals such that they will not be able to lose their balance or in jure themselves even in extreme driv ing situations full braking swerving or similar actions Always tie large animals such as hors es and cows on both sides Close lock and secure all ramps doors and sliding windows Completely fasten and secure safety bars divider walls and mesh parti tions Tip Use bandages to protect
19. aintenance and Inspection 8 Inspection Schedule Brake pads Brake mechanism Friction points of the brake mechanism Overrun mechanism Brake Seals Play Damage Mount Damage Damage Excessive ageing Tread Run out Inflation pressure Screwed connections Connectors cables lights Reflectors and rear lights Damage Sealing Completeness and legibil ity Connections Check and renew if necessary Check and repair if necessary Grease Lubricate check brake fluid Adjust check and replace bearing if nec essary check and replace bearing if nec essary Carry out visual inspection and repair if necessary Check and repair if necessary Check and renew if necessary Check and renew if necessary Check and renew if necessary Check and renew if necessary Check and balance if necessary Check and correct if necessary Check and replace if necessary Check and repair if necessary Check and renew if necessary Check and renew if necessary Check and renew if necessary Check and renew if necessary Check and repair renew if neces sary 8 Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection 8 4 4 Inspection Verification Date Signature Delivery Inspection 1000 km inspection max year after delivery 5000 km inspection max Y year after last inspection 10 000 km inspection max 1 2 year after last inspection 15 000 km inspection max Y year after last inspection 20 000 km inspection max
20. and care of the purchased part in the corresponding op erating instructions Ea 04 13 Important Information 1 1 5 Trailer Approval Trailer approval is country specific Please find out how and where you can obtain approval for your trailer The following applies in Germany You must insure your trailer and obtain approval for road driving before you can drive on the roads 1 5 1 Speed Limit of 100 The maximum allowable speed for tow ing the trailer is 80 kph If certain require ments are met the speed limit can be raised to 100 kph by the approval author ity i NorE For detailed information on the require ments please see B ckmann Info on the website www boeckmann com 1 5 2 Vehicle Inspection The regulations for vehicle inspections are country specific Please find out when a vehicle inspection is required and where a vehicle inspection can be carried out for your vehicle 1 6 Driving Licence Depending on the country a specific driving licence may be needed for towing a trailer Please find out about the re quirements in your country Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm 2 Safety 2 2 2 People 2 Safety Trailers are not toys Do not allow 2 1 Intended Use children to play unattended in the vi cinity of a trailer They may injure h h layi ith th The trailer is designed to transport ani themseives WISIS with tne trailer mals and packaged goods in the range
21. aterial damage Only trained and qualified personnel may repair the tyres not repair tyres yourself 8 3 1 Tread Depth According to the German Road Traffic Li censing Regulations StVZO the tread depth of the tyres must not be less than 1 6 mm 8 3 2 Wheel Bearings The wheel bearings are maintenance free In severe loading conditions the wheel bearings must be checked for play 8 3 3 Changing Wheels Rapidly lowering bed Death by crushing serious bodily injury not stand under the raised trailer Wheel changing must be done in a safe and well lit location Traffic must not be restricted Drivers and other people must not be hindered or endangered Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm The trailer must be secured with wheel chocks or similar aids to prevent it rolling away After changing wheels tighten wheel nuts to the correct torque see Tight ening torques table 8 3 4 Wheel Bolts The tightness of the wheel bolts must be checked after the first 50 km Also aftera wheel change the wheel bolts must be checked after 50 km The tightening tor ques for the wheel bolts are given in the following table Tightening torques Steel 90 Nm to 100 Nm Aluminium 110 Nm 8 3 5 Tyre pressure If the tyre pressure is too low or too high it will have a negative effect on the han dling of the vehicle trailer combination the fuel consumption and the life of the tyres Regularly check t
22. e Bowden cables the joints on the yokes and the rods are free moving but secure the exteriors of the dust seals or gaskets are damaged Ensure that any defects are repaired promptly 1 note If the brake pads need to be replaced make sure the wheel bearings are also checked for wear and damage 04 13 EJ emm Operating Instructions 7 4 Reversing Driving 7 Blind spot Running over people or objects Have an experienced person teach you how to reverse safely to ensure you will not endanger other drivers Make sure no one is between the towing vehicle and the trailer while re versing Instructors must maintain a safe dis tance to the trailer and must always be visible in the exterior mirrors when the trailer is being reversed 7 5 Manoeuvring i note The trailer can be more easily manoeu vred if the air pressure in the tyres is not too low If the trailer is difficult to ma noeuvre check the tyre pressure see Tyre inflation pressure table EJ 04 13 8 Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection 8 Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection Cleaning maintenance and inspection of the trailer are essential for driving safety as well as retention of the value of your trailer and the validity of your warranty 1 note Late or skipped inspections or mainte nance and cleaning work may result in damage to the trailer and consequent in jury This also voids the warranty 8 1 Care and Clean
23. eats or sliding loads banging against the wall Fissures are optical damages to the components They do not affect the functioning or the safety of the vehicle 10 1 1 Varying surface appearance Wood surfaces All wood surfaces used are coated with phenolic resin or plastic Both phenolic resin and plastic react to changing weather conditions The colours may fade Plywood walls and floors expand and contract minimally according to the rela tive humidity and temperature of the sur rounding air due to the natural properties of the material This may cause warpage in wood parts Wood grains and unevenness may appear on the surface Aluminium surfaces Aluminium extrusions are anodised The colours of individual extrusions may vary slightly This colouring is a characteristic of the material and does not affect the use or safety of the trailer Rubber surfaces Due to their material properties rubber surfaces may shrink slightly over time 10 Service Galvanised metal surfaces Before galvanised metal surfaces can provide effective protection against cor rosion they must oxide This oxidation process may take some months As long as the metal surface is still shiny silver the oxidation process is not yet complet ed Galvanised parts are not resistant to cer tain aggressive chemical substances such as acids Galvanised metal surfac es in contact with aggressive chemical substances e g road salt in winter or ferti
24. he tyre pressure The tyre inflation pressures are given in the following table 04 3 EJ Tyre inflation pressure 18 5 x 8 50 6 3 4 bar 185 60 R12C 6 4 bar 155 R 13 2 7 bar 195 50 R13C 6 25 bar 195 70 R14 2 9 bar 195 65 R15 3 0 bar Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection 8 8 4 Inspection AWARNING Incorrect or missing inspection Danger of death material damage Inspections must be carried out by authorised specialist shops Workon brake systems as well as on electrical and hydraulic systems must be carried out according to the re spective manufacturer s specifica tions Ey 04 13 8 Cleaning Maintenance and Inspection 8 4 1 Delivery Inspection Vehicle part Work to be performed Brake system Braking effect Check and adjust if neces sary Lighting Lights Check and repair if necessary Overrun brake Coupling Check after 100 km 8 4 2 First Inspection at the latest 1000 km after delivery Vehicle part Work to be performed Overall trailer Screwed connection Check and tighten if neces sary Inflation pressure Check and adjust if neces sary Wheel Bearings Check and renew if neces sary Braking effect 04 13 El CS Operating Instructions 8 4 3 Brake system Wheel Bearings Axle Rims Tyres Drawbar overrun mechanism Lighting Floor Rubber floor Information signs Accessories Ey 04 13 Cleaning M
25. ied the trailer is secured against rolling After ap plying the parking brake the trailer can still be moved backwards approx 25 cm Only then does the full braking effect come into play The forwards braking ef fect is immediately effective Ensure that the full braking power is applied Applying the parking brake Pullthe hand lever up until the brak ing action is applied Releasing the parking brake Push the hand lever down B Parking brake with button and toothed segment e Fig 11 Parking brake with button and toothed segment Emm Operating Instructions Applying the parking brake Pullthe hand lever up until the brak ing action is applied Releasing the parking brake Pullthe hand lever up a bit further while simultaneously pressing the button to enable the hand lever to be lowered towards the front 4 7 Support leg Fig 12 Support leg Incorrectly used support leg Pinching of body parts material damage Only use the support leg to stabilise the trailer when parked Do not use as a car jack The tyres must always be loaded Trailer Features 4 Extending the support leg 1 Attach the hand crank to the support leg and crank until the leg is firmly touching the ground 2 Detach the hand crank and store safely Retracting the support leg 1 Attach the hand crank to the support leg and crank until the leg is com pletely retracted 2 Detach the hand crank and
26. ing You may carry out cleaning work your self i note All parts and surfaces must be checked for dirt and if necessary cleaned before and after use This especially applies to transport of an imals to ensure the hygiene and safety of the animals Also long term dirt accu mulation significantly affects driving safety and value retention Salt and acids Avoid contact with salt acids and caustic agents After driving in road salt condi tions or after transporting fertilisers or other acid containing substances imme diately clean the trailer inside and out with water Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm White rust White rust forms on zinc surfaces which are corroded by prolonged wetness or exposed to chlorides such as those found in road salt White rust is not a gal vanisation quality defect A thin surface layer of white rust does not damage the galvanised layer Brush off areas with heavy white rust for mation using a nylon or wire brush and if necessary galvanise again Damage to galvanised layer Immediately galvanise again with a standard commercial zinc spray Interiors of animal transporters Animal urine and excrement can attack the floor rear ramp and seals and lead to corrosion Hence take appropriate hy giene measures and thoroughly clean all dirty surfaces seals between walls and the floor anti slip fittings straps etc after transport Rubber floor The rubber floor is glued
27. liser must be rinsed thoroughly with clean water immediately after the jour ney 10 2 Ordering Spare Parts and Accessories There are two methods for ordering spare parts or accessories for your trail er You can contact the BOCKMANN dealer in your region Please see Our Dealers on the website www boeckmann com to find out where your nearest dealer is If there is no dealer in your area you can contact BOCKMANN directly BOCKMANN Fahrzeugwerke GmbH Siehefeld 5 49688 LASTRUP GERMANY Tel 49 4472 895 210 or 680 Fax 49 4472 895 470 Email etlQgboeckmann com Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer DOCK MANN 10 2 1 Reordering Keys You can reorder keys for the following components lockable coupling jockey door tack room door storage compartment door When ordering please specify the en graved key number The number is engraved on the key and the lock 04 13 EJ Emm Operating Instructions 04 13 Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm 04 13 B ckmann Fahrzeugwerke GmbH Siehefeld 5 49688 LASTRUP GERMANY Phone 49 4472 895 0 Fax 49 4472 895 550 Email info boeckmann com Art no 1084223 ANHANG ERSTER KLASSE www boeckmann com
28. nec tor Cable defective Replace cable Side wall or rear ramp Object blocking side wallor Open side wall or rear ramp cannot be closed rear ramp remove object and clean gap 04 13 37 Emm Operating Instructions 10 Service 10 1 Information on Quality The following are not defects Moisture humidity Water ingress Minor scratches Varying surface appearance Moisture humidity The trailer is not thermally insulated Condensation may therefore form under tarpaulin covers or polyester and alumin ium roofs Water ingress Water may penetrate into the trailer through openings such as doors ramps or windows 1 note If your trailer is closed and parked for a long period make sure to ventilate the in terior every now and again to prevent mildew from forming Minor scratches In the manufacture of BOCKMANN trail ers care is taken to ensure that surfaces are not scratched However because the trailers are hand built minor scratch es can arise on the surfaces during as sembly These scratches do not affect the function or safety of the trailer and are not quality defects EJ 04 13 Service 10 Polyester components The polyester components are not 100 colour fast bleaching and or colour changes may therefore occur The indi vidual components of a polyester con struction may differ in colour and lustre Fissures may also occur due to punctual strain on the components e g hoof b
29. ns must be carried out in accordance with the inspection schedule see Cleaning Mainte nance and Inspection 04 13 EZ emm Operating Instructions 2 2 5 Transport of Coaches The following legal requirements apply to transport of coaches You may only transport a coach if the trailer is loaded Ensure that the max imum allowable nose weight is not exceeded by the additional weight of the coach Ifyou use the trailer without transport ing a coach the nose weight must be at least 25 kg Before driving on public roads you must adequately secure the loaded coach Cover all protruding parts and sharp edges 2 2 6 Driving Before starting a journey you must complete the pre drive checklist see Driving Familiarise yourself with the driving and braking characteristics see Driving of the trailer in difficult road and weather conditions for example inclines rough roads storms side wind and snow Your driving behaviour and speed must always be adapted to the given road and weather conditions Atall times during the journey you must be able to see the road behind you through the two exterior mirrors 2 2 7 Repair Please note the following for repairs Safety 2 Repairs may only be carried out at BOCKMANN approved authorised shops Only genuine B CKMANN spare parts may be used for repair Vehicle modifications and extensions are subject to the approval of BO
30. ote Please use an adapter if the socket of the towing vehicle does not match the trailer plug Direction indicator left flash light 1 5 mm yellow 39 Ground for contacts no 1 to 8 2 5 mm white 5 Right hand tail lights outline 1 5 mm brown marker lights limiting lights and plate light Left hand tail lights outline marker 1 5 mm black lights limiting lights and plate light Power supply continuous positive 2 5 mm brown blue 119 Ground for circuit from contact no 2 5 mm white red 10 EN 04 13 Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer eum 4 Trailer Features 12 Reserved for future applications Not used 139 Ground for circuit from contact no 2 5 mm black white 9 a The three ground wires must not be connected to any functional electrical conductor on the trailer b The plate light must be connected in such a manner that no lamp of this device is connected with contacts no 5 and 7 c The colour assignment is determined by the manufacturer Differences may occur 4 2 Towing Devices C Drawbar for coach This version is a special model The following towing devices are distin guished WARNING _ Standard drawbar A Incorrect load distribution Height adjustable drawbar B Danger of Skidding Adjust the breast and breech bars in Drawbar for coach C the longitudinal direction of the trailer A Standard drawbar to achieve the correct nose weight This version is standard equipment through
31. r bridges when you are chang ing lanes or passing etc Slow down immediately if you notice a side wind 7 2 4 Tips for Handling Snaking If the vehicle trailer combination starts snaking carefully take your foot off the gas pedal and counter steer gently Do not speed up Do not make any hectic or abrupt steering motions 7 Driving 7 3 Brakes Non functioning brake system Bodily injury or material damage A poorly functioning or non functioning brake system cannot promptly stop the trailer Before each journey a brake test must be carried out with the trailer Brake early Braking distance too short Bodily injury or material damage The braking distance of the trailer in creases with increasing load Note that the ABS system of the tow ing vehicle does not control the over run mechanism of the trailer The driver of the towing vehicle must initiate braking early i NorE For trailers with overrun brakes full brak ing may cause the overrun brake to block the wheels brake the trailer first brake gently to avoid blocking the wheels Then brake hard TIP Inexperienced drivers should first prac tise braking without horses on suitable terrain Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm 7 3 1 Checking the Brake System The trailer s brake system must be checked regularly Check whether the guides Bowden cables or yokes are damaged or corroded other components are restricting th
32. t Small livestock Drive the animals on to the trailer Loading 6 Forlarge herds separate the ani mals into smaller groups using mesh partitions Close and latch the mesh partition of the rear ramp 4 Close and latch the rear ramp 6 5 5 Unloading Livestock 1 Open the rear ramp and lower com pletely to the ground or support sur face Unloading livestock Large livestock Untie the rope Release and open the mesh parti tion One person must be standing on the open side facing the trailer to steady the animal during unload ing Backthe animal slowly straight out of the trailer Small livestock Open the inner mesh partitions if used One person must be standing on the open side facing the trailer to steady the animals during unload ing Release and open the mesh parti tion to let the animals out of the trailer 7 Driving 7 Driving 7 1 Pre drive Checklist Windows and rear canvas Adjusted according to weather conditions cover Doors and ramps Closed and secured Partition Fully engaged Breakaway cable Positioned over tow bar of towing vehicle Connector Firmly connected and secured Wheel chocks Removed and stored safely Support legs Raised and secured Crank removed and stored safely Lighting system Undamaged and working 04 13 Emm Operating Instructions 7 2 Driving Precautions Driving 7 tics are poorer because the tyres
33. t is released on the inside and swings down along with the breast bar 16 04 13 5 Coupling 5 Coupling 5 1 Nose Weight The nose weight is defined as the weight on the towing device of the towing vehi cle when a trailer is coupled Ensure that the nose weight is at least 496 of the actual laden weight of the trail er However it need not be more than 25 kg the maximum nose weight for the towing vehicle is not exceeded The nose weight specifications are locat ed with the towing vehicle onalabel in the rear area in field 13 of part I vehicle registra tion certificate of the approval certifi cate Danger of Skidding Bodily injury or material damage Donotoverload the trailer at the rear The load at the front of the trailer should be slightly higher than at the rear Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm 5 2 Coupling Coupling must be done in a safe and well lit location The ground or support surface must be firm strong and level Traffic must not be restricted Drivers and other people must not be hindered or endangered Before hitching or unhitching secure the towing vehicle to prevent it rolling away 5 2 1 Hitching the Trailer 1 Open the coupling completely 2 Hitch the trailer 3 Check that the coupling is firmly seat ed The coupling s firm seating is indicat ed by the coupling statuses Green or symbol indicate that the cou pling is firmly sea
34. ted The colour red or a symbol indi cate that the coupling is not correctly engaged and secured Coupling must be repeated Correct seating must also be checked by pulling forcefully on the coupling 4 Plug the trailer connector into the Socket of the towing vehicle 5 Attach the breakaway cable 6 Retract the jockey wheel 04 3 E emm Operating Instructions 5 2 2 Unhitching the Trailer Coupling 5 1 Pull up the parking brake to prevent the trailer rolling away 2 Remove the breakaway cable from the tow bar of the towing vehicle 3 Lower the jockey wheel to unload the coupling 4 Pull the plug out of the socket 5 Open the coupling 6 Lift the coupling up off the tow bar of the towing vehicle 5 3 Parking the Trailer 1 note For the trailer to be stable the ground or support surface should be firm level and flat To park the trailer stably you must do the following depending on the model lower the jockey wheel after unhitch ing place the wheel chocks under the tyres place the rear prop stands if sup plied in position 18 04 3 6 Loading 6 Loading 6 1 Loading and Unloading the Trailer For loading and unloading the trailer must be coupled to a towing vehicle The ground or support surface must be firm strong and level Loading must be done in a safe and well lit location Traffic must not be restricted Drivers and other people must not be
35. tic jockey wheel basic ver sion Fig 8 Automatic jockey wheel Trailer Features 4 Extending the jockey wheel 1 Only for the basic jockey wheel ver sion loosen the tommy screw and lower the jockey wheel 2 Lower the jockey wheel using the hand crank Retracting the jockey wheel 1 Raise the jockey wheel as far as pos sible using the hand crank 2 Only for the basic jockey wheel ver sion slide the jockey wheel up as far as possible and tighten the tommy screw 4 6 Parking brake and wheel chocks i note Parking brakes and wheel chocks can only be found on braked trailers The following parking brakes are distin guished parking brake with spring energy ac cumulator A parking brake with button and toothed segment B Sticking and frozen brake pads Personal injury through delayed braking action The trailer should not be secured by means of the parking brake in frost conditions or when not in use for long periods 04 3 4 Trailer Features Secure the trailer using wheel chocks SEN Om Fig 9 Positions of the wheel chocks A Parking brake with spring energy accumulator Fig 10 Parking brake with spring energy ac cumulator Delayed braking action with the spring energy accumulator Pinching of body parts material damage 04 3 Horse Trailer Livestock Trailer Emm When the parking brake is appl
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