Load-Securing Aids - Mercedes-Benz V-Class Operating Instructions Manual

Fitting/removing lashing eyelets for
the guide rails
G
WARNING
If the lashing eyelet is not properly fitted, it
may slip or become detached in the event of
abrupt changes in direction, braking manoeu-
vres or an accident. This may cause objects,
luggage or the load to slip, tip over or be
tossed about, striking vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury.
Before using the lashing eyelets, always make
sure they are properly fitted and cannot be
moved.
Example: guide rails
Lashing eyelets for guide rails
Fitting
X
Turn metal ring = so that it is parallel to the
longitudinal axis of lashing eyelet ; as illus-
trated.
The locking pin can only be pushed down suf-
ficiently if the metal ring is parallel to the lon-
gitudinal axis of the lashing eyelet. If it is not,

Load-securing aids

the lashing eyelet cannot be fitted, moved or
removed.
X
Hold lashing eyelet ; between your forefin-
ger and middle finger as illustrated and place
your thumb through metal ring = and on the
central pressure point.
X
With your thumb, push the locking pin down
as far as it will go.
X
Push lashing eyelet ; through the notches
on guide rail : close to the load and slide it
about 12 mm.
X
Remove your thumb from the pressure point
and slide lashing eyelet ; until it engages.
X
Turn metal ring = so that it is perpendicular
to the longitudinal axis of lashing eyelet ;.
The locking pin cannot be pushed down if the
metal ring is perpendicular to the longitudinal
axis of the lashing eyelet. This prevents the
lashing eyelet from being released uninten-
tionally, e.g. if the lashing eyelet is trodden
on.
X
Check lashing eyelet ; is seated correctly.
The lashing eyelet cannot be moved.
Removing
X
Turn metal ring = so that it is parallel to the
longitudinal axis of lashing eyelet ;.
X
Grip lashing eyelet ; as described above
under fitting and, with your thumb, push the
locking pin down as far as it will go.
X
Slide lashing eyelet ; and pull it up and out
through the notches of guide rail :.
Load-securing aids
Load protection net
G
WARNING
The load protection net alone cannot restrain
or secure heavy objects, luggage or heavy
loads. In the event of abrupt changes in direc-
tion, braking manoeuvres or an accident, you
may be struck by unsecured loads. There is a
risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Always stow objects in such a way that they
cannot be tossed about. Secure objects, lug-
gage and loads to prevent them slipping or
tipping over, e.g. by lashing them down, even
when using the load protection net.
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