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Safety instructions
Important instructions. Please read the safety instructions carefully and keep it
for future reference.
Key to symbols
The following symbols and signal words are used in these user instructions.
This signal symbol/word denotes a hazard with a medium
degree of risk which, if not avoided, may result in death or
serious injury.
This signal symbol/word denotes a hazard with a low level of risk
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
General safety instructions
RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS ACCIDENT FOR
INFANTS AND CHILDREN!
Never leave children unat-
tended with packaging material and the product. There
is risk of suffocation due to the packaging material and risk of death due to strangula-
tion. Children often underestimate the dangers. Always keep children away from the
product. The product is not a toy.
- The bungee cords are not suitable for attachment to all
types of vehicle.
- Caution! Do not use the bungee cords for cargo securing!
- The bungee cords are not suitable for securing heavy loads. Do not exceed the maximum load.
- Do not use the bungee cords for lifting loads.
RISK OF INJURY!
- Make sure the bungee cords are not damaged and that the
hooks are securely fastened. Damaged bungee cords and improperly fastened hooks
can affect safety and function.
- Always keep your head and body away when attaching objects with the bungee cords.
The bungee cords can slip out of the hand and whip back. Whip back of the hooks
can result in injuries.
- Never use damaged bungee cords.
Methods for correct attachment and outline of possible risks
Make sure that the bungee cords can yield during braking and
in strong winds. It is therefore best to carry out a brake test.
Luggage that has previously been fastened can otherwise break loose. Loose luggage
may fall onto the road and cause an accident. This can result in death, injury and/or
damage to property.
RISK OF INJURY!
Do not overstretch the bungee cords. The bungee
cords can tear away and whip back. Under tension, the bungee cords can whip
back with considerable force.
