Christmas over,
the winter of 2022-2023 It has been a long time coming, but in the coming days snow will form in many parts of our geography due to the drop in temperature. According to the State Meteorological Agency, it is very likely that we will see it in much of Spain this week, both in ski resorts and on roads and highways.
Given this situation and with the arrival of winter, it never hurts to wear chains. But just as important as wearing it
is knowing how to place them. However, experts recommend practicing before hitting the road and always wearing a pair of gloves to make the task easier.
Although the DGT recommends year after year, with the arrival of cold, rain, frost and snow, to equip the car with winter tires or chains, the reality is that about 60% of drivers do not know how to fit these accessories correctly .
First of all, do not place the snow chains in an unsuitable place, that is, you must choose a safe place and away from traffic, as it takes time to fit them properly. On the one hand, the blood flow cannot be obstructed, and on the other hand
safety is at stake. Of course you have to indicate the situation with the warning triangles or the V-16 signal and put on a reflective vest if you do it on the shoulder, something that is not recommended.
You need to know which one is right for your tire. There are different kinds:
of steel links, which guarantee good traction in the snow, are durable and resistant, and of the textile, composite and spider type, which also offer good performance and are even easier to assemble. It should also be clear that they should be placed “always when we meet the snow”, never before.
First it is fed behind the tire and when properly unfolded the ends of the inner ring are lifted and attached to the top of the tire. Then you need to center it in front, close it, tighten it to the maximum and tie the excess rope.
If you have chosen manual tension chains, it is recommended to drive 100 meters to adjust them later. It is necessary to regularly check that the chains are fitted and fastened correctly and that no tow bar has come loose.
with snow chains
speed should be reduced and yet not all drivers know it or practice it. With snow chains you are not allowed to drive faster than 50 km/h. In any case, it is very important to reduce the speed until you drive safely, adapting it to the conditions of the road and weather conditions, always following the instructions on the signs and especially the information boards and traffic policemen. You should also accelerate suddenly and avoid braking.
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instructions for the correct placement of the chains is a common mistake. Follow the guidelines provided to avoid complications and that the chains are placed or fastened properly.
Source: La Verdad
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