Airstream Basecamp 2007 Owner's Manual page 56

EXTERIOR
ATV Bi-Fold Ramp (Optional Equipment)
Model SM69 0134
Manufacturer:
Cequent
1050 Indianhead Drive,
PO Box 8
Mosinee, WI. 54455-1799
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PH. 800-604-9466
The operation manual for the ramp is included with the owner's packet. The manual
contains specialized warnings and cautions specific to the ramp that should be re-
viewed prior to its use. If the manual is missing and has not been provided with your
trailer, contact the ramp manufacturer, your Airstream Dealer, or Airstream Customer
Service to obtain it.
The following warnings and instructions are a partial reprint of the manufacturer's
owner's manual. Read the manufacturer's complete manual before using the ramp.
WARNINGS:
• Read, understand, follow and save all instructions before attaching and/or
using product. NEVER allow anyone unfamiliar with the instructions to use
this product.
• Read, understand, follow and save all instructions provided by the manufac-
turer of the product(s) that this ramp will be used with.
• Failure to follow these warnings and instructions may result in property
damage, serious bodily injury, and/or death.
• Extreme caution should be used when loading or unloading your equip-
ment.
• Do not exceed the rated capacity of the ramp.
• Do not exceed the Gross Vehicular Weight Rating of the trailer when using
the ramp to load the trailer.
• Do not exceed the capacity of your loading surface (i.e. tailgate, bumper). If
unknown, consult the manufacturer to find load capacities.
• Do not drive or ride any equipment up or down loading ramp.
• Straps must be secured tightly to limit any movement of the ramp while
loading or unloading. If loading or unloading from a vehicle/trailer, be sure
the vehicle is parked with emergency brake engaged and/or wheels are
chocked and engine is off. If loading or unloading from a trailer, also make
sure the trailer is properly coupled to the tow vehicle.
• Never stand in the path of equipment when loading/unloading with the ramp,
and keep bystanders away from the ramps.
• This ramp must be used on a level and stable surface.
• Do not step between rungs, this may cause a person to fall through and
possibly result in serious bodily injury.
• Ramp surfaces may be slippery when wet or dirty.
• Ramps are intended for loading/unloading equipment onto a trailer or pickup
truck. Do not use ramp sections as a ladder, bridge, scaffolding, or for any
other use.
• Keep body parts completely clear of the hinge pinch area at all times.
• Do not attempt to load or unload power equipment with its engine running.
• Do not leave ramps unattended when attached. Someone not knowing the
intended use may misuse the ramps or move the ramps that may cause
misalignment when returning to load/unload equipment.
• Do not cut, drill, weld or modify ramp sections. The ramp sections may
become unstable. Never use ramp if there is any broken, bent or worn
parts.
• Ramp may scratch loading surface (i.e. tailgate, bumper, trailer, ground
surface).
• Remove ramp from loading position before moving vehicle or trailer.
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