Securing Loads - Mercedes-Benz Metris Operating Instructions Manual

Securing loads

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X
Guide ratchet strap ? through slotted shaft
A from behind as illustrated and tighten it.
X
Swing tensioning lever ; back and forth
until the ratchet strap has wound around
slotted shaft A two to three times.
X
Press stop slider = outwards in the direc-
tion of the arrow and swing tensioning
lever ; to detent position 1.
X
Release stop slider =.
The ratchet is closed and engaged.
Tensioning lever in the release position
X
To release the ratchet strap: release ten-
sioning lever ; and swing it into release
position 7.
Lock stop slider = engages in end recess
B.
X
Unlock the release catch D by pressing it.
Slotted shaft A can move freely.
X
Pull ratchet strap ? out of the ratchet.
Securing loads
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 direction, braking maneuvers or an acci-
dent, 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.
G
WARNING
If vehicle occupants are seated behind a
load protection net, they may be squeezed
up against the load protection net. There is
a risk of injury, particularly in the event of
braking maneuvers or abrupt changes in
direction.
Never allow vehicle occupants to sit behind
the load protection net.
The load protection net borders the cargo
compartment. It protects vehicle occupants
from light objects and/or luggage slipping or
tipping over. Always observe the notes on
Y
securing loads ( page 244).
You can install the load protection net at an
angle behind the front seats or behind the first
row of back seats.
Upper retainer
Anchorage (example: fixed cargo tie-down ring)