Lashing Straps - Mercedes-Benz Metris Operating Instructions Manual

Lashing straps

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Lashing straps
Important safety notes
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WARNING
If you attach the tie-down incorrectly when
securing the load, the following may occur in
the event of abrupt changes in direction,
braking maneuvers or an accident:
the cargo tie-down rings may become
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detached or the tie-down may tear if the
permissible load is exceeded
the load may not be restrained.
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This may cause the load to slip, tip over or
be tossed about, striking vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Always tension the tie-downs in the proper
manner and only between the described
cargo tie-down rings. Always use tie-downs
designed specifically for the loads.
! Observe the information on the maximum
loading capacity of the individual cargo tie-
down points.
If you use several cargo tie-down points to
secure a load, you must always take the
maximum loading capacity of the weakest
cargo tie-down point into account.
If you brake hard, for example, the forces
acting could be up to several times the
weight force of the load. Always use multi-
ple cargo tie-down points in order to distrib-
ute the force absorption. Load the ancho-
rages evenly.
Always observe the operating instructions or
the notes of the lashing strap manufacturer for
the operation of the lashing strap.
Securing loads on the cargo compartment
floor by lashing them down is only recommen-
ded for lightweight loads. Place non-slip mats
(anti-slip mats) under the load to increase load
security.
Notes and information on:
the operation of the cargo tie-down rings
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and cargo tie-down points can be found in
the "Securing a load" section (
the maximum loading capacity of the cargo
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tie-down points can be found in the "Techni-
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cal data" section ( page 313)
the maximum loading capacity of the lashing
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strap can be found on the lashing strap label
If the label is missing or illegible, the lashing
strap is ready to be discarded. Such a lash-
ing strap must be removed from use.
If stickers have been included in the delivery:
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Clean the surface before sticker : is
affixed.
The stickers must be affixed to a flat, metal-
lic surface free from grease and dust.
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Affix stickers : on every side of the vehicle
in close proximity to the loading rails in a
clearly visible location.
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