Hobby Vantana 2018, Manual

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3. Chassis 20
If you are not sure whether or not you have overloaded the
vehicle, you should have it weighed at a public weighing
facility.
The maximum axle loads as well as the technically permis-
sible overall mass entered in the vehicle‘s documents may
not be exceeded
Overloading can cause the tyres to break down or even
burst! This increases the danger that you may lose control
of the vehicle. Therefore, you endanger yourself and other
road users.
Storage space in the rear
When loading the rear of the van, please observe the permissib-
le axle loads and the technically permissible maximum weight.
Distribute pay-load evenly. Excess point loads will damage the
floor covering.
All of the equipment carried in the rear of the van must be
securely fastened using lashing eyes and suitable retaining
straps.
• On no account should the permissible rear axle load be
exceeded.
• When the storage space in the rear is fully loaded, the
driving performance of the van becomes considerably
worse due to the load drop on the front axle.
• Always check that the lashing rings are firmly locked be -
fore you start your drive.
• The owner/driver of the vehicle is always responsible for
ensuring that loads transported in the storage space in the
rear have been correctly secured. As far as possible, al-
ways use tension belt systems licensed for this purpose.
• Never use rubber expanders. Remember that exceptio -
nally strong driving dynamics can occur in dangerous
situations or when you are forced to slam on the brakes.