Storing Objects - Seat Ateca 2016 Owner's Manual

Electrical equipment can be connected to the
12 volt power socket. The appliances connec-
ted to each power socket must not exceed a
power rating of 120 Watt.
WARNING
The power socket works only when the igni-
tion is on. Improper use may cause serious
injury or even fire. Children should therefore
not be left in the vehicle unattended if the
button is also left behind. Otherwise there is
a possibility that they may be injured.
CAUTION
Always use the correct type of plugs to avoid
damaging the sockets.
Note
The use of electrical appliances with the en-
gine switched off will cause a battery dis-
charge.

Storing objects

Loading the luggage compartment
All luggage and other loose objects must be
safely secured in the luggage compartment.
Unsecured objects which shift back and forth
could impair the driving safety or driving
Transport and practical equipment
characteristics of the vehicle by shifting the
centre of gravity.
Distribute the load evenly in the luggage
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compartment.
Place heavy objects as far forward as possi-
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ble in the luggage compartment.
Place the heavy objects first.
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Secure heavy objects to the fitted fastening
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WARNING
Loose luggage and other objects in the lug-
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gage compartment could cause serious inju-
ries.
Always stow objects in the luggage com-
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partment and secure them on the fastening
rings.
Use suitable straps to secure heavy ob-
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jects.
● During sudden manoeuvres or accidents,
loose objects can be thrown forward, injuring
vehicle occupants or passers-by. This in-
creased risk of injury will be further increased
if a loose object is struck by an inflating air-
bag. If this happens, objects may shoot out-
ward like a missile. Risk of fatal injury.
Please note that the centre of gravity may
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shift when transporting heavy objects; this
may affect vehicle handling and lead to an ac-
cident. Therefore, it is essential to adjust
your speed and driving style accordingly, to
avoid accidents.
Never exceed the allowed axle weights or
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allowed maximum weight. If said weights are
exceeded, the driving characteristics of the
vehicle may change, leading to accidents, in-
juries and damage to the vehicle.
● Never leave your vehicle unattended, espe-
cially when the rear lid is open. Children
could climb into the luggage compartment,
closing the door behind them; they will be
trapped and run the risk of death.
● Never allow children to play in or around
the vehicle. Close and lock all the doors and
rear lid when you leave the vehicle. Before
you lock the vehicle, make sure that there are
no adults or children in the vehicle.
Note
● Air circulation in the vehicle helps reduce
fogging of the windows. Used air escapes
through ventilation slits in the side trim of
the luggage compartment. Ensure that the
ventilation slots are never covered.
● Straps for securing the load to the fasten-
ing rings are commercially available.
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