Multiquip DCA150SSVU - Manual (Page 13)

DCA-150SSVU— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (06/03/03) — PAGE 13
Emergencies
■ ALWAYS know the location of the nearest
fire extinguisher .
■ ALWAYS know the location of the nearest and
first aid kit .
■ In emergencies always
know the location of the
nearest phone or keep a phone on the job site .
Also know the phone numbers of the nearest
ambulance , doctor and fire department . This
information will be invaluable in the case of an
emergency.
CAUTION: CAUTION: CAUTION: CAUTION: CAUTION:
Conform to Department of Transportation
(DOT) Safety Towing Regulations before
towing generator.
■ Avoid sharp turns.
■ Trailer should be adjusted to a level position at all times
when towing.
■ Raise and lock trailer wheel stand in up position when
transporting.
■ DOT Requirements include the following:
DCA150SSVU — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
z Connect and test electric brake operation.
z Secure portable power cables in cable tray with
tie wraps.
To reduce the possibility of an accident while transporting
the generator on public roads, always make sure the trailer
that supports the generator and the towing vehicle are in
good operating condition and both units are mechanically
sound.
The following list of suggestions should be used when towing
your generator:
■ Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle
are rated equal to, or greater than the trailer "gross vehicle
weight rating" (GVWR) of 6,000 lbs.
■ ALWAYS inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. NEVER
tow a trailer with defective hitches, couplings, chains
etc.
■ Check the tire air pressure on both towing vehicle and
trailer. Trailer tires should be inflated to 50 psi cold.
Also check the tire tread wear on both vehicles.
■ ALWAYS make sure the trailer is equipped with a "Safety
Chain".
■ ALWAYS attach trailer’s safety chains to towing vehicle
properly.
■ ALWAYS make sure the vehicle and trailer directional,
backup, brake, and trailer lights are connected and
working properly.
■ The maximum speed for highway towing is 45 MPH
unless posted otherwise. Recommended off-road towing
is not to exceed 10 MPH or less depending on type of
terrain.
■ Place chock blocks underneath wheel to prevent rolling,
while parked.
■ Use the trailer’s swivel jack to adjust the trailer height to
a level position while parked.
■ Avoid sudden stops and starts. This can cause skidding,
or jack-knifing. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will
improve towing.
Towing Safety Precautions