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V 2019/01
Original Operating Instruction Manual
8.1 Drop sides
Functional explanation
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Drop sides form a box shape that enables the load to be
secured with a positive fit.
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The front wall and side drop sides are permanently
installed.
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The tailgate can be folded down and removed.
WARNING
Unsecured latches / tailgate!
The tailgate may fold down when driving. Goods may be lost - risk
of accident!
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Check that all latches are closed before driving off.
Driving with the tailgate side folded down!
Rear lighting is covered - risk of accident!
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Remove the rear tailgate when driving with goods
projecting to the rear.
CAUTION
Using the latches and operating the tailgate!
Hands could be crushed when opening / closing the
tailgate and latches.
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Use
.
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Carefully fold down the tailgate.
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Do not hold the tailgate you intend to latch directly in the
area where the stanchions or latches are.
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Close the latches with the flat of your hand.
Removing the tailgate / side wall extensions!
Removed tailgate / side wall extensions may become
an obstacle - tripping hazard!
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Do not place the removed tailgate / side wall extensions
directly in the area required for loading / unloading.
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Secure the removed components to prevent them from
falling over.
2
H - 51
3
4
1
5
Tailgate / drop sides closed
1. Tailgate, folding
2. Side wall hinge
3. Stanchion
4. Latch (locked)
5. Side wall extension (300 mm)
H - 52
1
2
3
4
Drop side latch (locked)
1. Hook plate
2. Bracket
3. Securing device
4. Handle
Unlocking the latch
H - 53
Unlocking the latch
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Engage the latch (3).
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Pull the handle out (4).
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Release the bracket (2) from the hook plate (1).
Locking the latch
H - 54
Closing the latch
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Place the bracket over the hook plate.
H - 55
Locking the latch
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Push the handle closed with the flat of your hand.
The lock latches into place.
The drop side latch is locked.