Safety Precautions; Withdrawal From Use - LAS 10343 Manuel De L'opérateur

Tensioning belts
Length: L 1 : 0.80 m, L 2 : 1.20 m
Maximum permitted force: 80 N
Material: Rubber + PP

4. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• The warning sign indicates all instructions which are important for safety. Always follow these otherwise you
could injure yourself or damage the device.
• Children may not play with the device.
• Cleaning and user maintenance may not be carried out by children without supervision.
• Do not treat packaging material carelessly. This may become a dangerous plaything for a child!
• Only use this product for its designated purpose!
• Do not manipulate or disassemble the device!
• For your own safety, only use accessories and spare parts that are stated in these instructions or that are
recommended by the manufacturer!
4.1 MONITORING
• Before using, check the tensioning strap for potential damages. In the event of damage to the strap or the metal parts,
immediately cease to use the tensioning strap.
• Lashing straps contaminated with aggressive or other substances must be examined carefully and checked as required.
The use of such can be dangerous.
• The lashing straps and components are to be checked at least once a year by a specialist. Depending on the conditions of
use, an additional check may be required.

4.2 WITHDRAWAL FROM USE

The tensioning strap may no longer be used in the event of:
• Thread breaks and cuts, especially when caused by sharp edges
• Missing or no longer legible labelling
• Damage to the connection
• Damage or deformation due to the effects of heat
• Damages caused by aggressive substances
The connecting and tensioning elements may no longer be used in the event of:
• Cracks, breaks or signs of considerable corrosion
• Opening > 0.05 – x in hook mouth or other deformations
• Visible, lasting deformation on carrying parts
The tensioning belts may not be used for load securing!
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
If these instructions are not observed, the result may be personal injury, damages to the vehicle or the load. Never load the strap
in excess of the permitted lashing force specified on the label.
• Before using, select the tensioning strap according to the intended method of lashing, the required lashing force, the surface
of the load and check this (see labelling sticker). When tie-down lashing, it is recommend to ensure that the necessary
pre-tensioning forces can be applied in a controlled manner.
• Make sure that the vehicle parts that the load is secured to are suitable for the job and offer sufficient stability.
• Remember that additional acceleration and lateral forces will be generated by the wind.
• Tensioning straps may not be knotted.
• Caution – When the road curves, or the vehicle brakes, the straps may yield. (Carry out brake testing) Protect objects with
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