Mercedes-Benz Body & Equipment Guideline for Metris - BM 447, Version November 27, 2015.
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7.6 Attachments
7 Modifications to the basic vehicle
Position of retrofit "Tie-down rails, sidewall to belt
rail"
Center tie-down rail
Dimensions in
[mm/in]
Based on standard wooden floor a = 677/26.7
Based on vehicle floor (upper
ribbing)
a = 687/27
The following points must be observed when retrofit-
ting "Tie-down rails, sidewall to belt rail":
•
The instructions of the tie-down rail manufac-
turer must be observed. We recommend the
Mercedes-Benz parts kit for retrofitting the tie-
down rails as per code V42 with the genuine
Mercedes-Benz rails and bodyshell reinforcements.
•
The maximum tensile force (see table above under
„Load rails ex-factory“) must be clearly indicated in
the area of the tie-down rails (e.g. using adhesive
labels) and must also be indicated in the operator's
manual in the vehicle.
Connection to vehicle sidewall by threaded connec-
tion
Tie-down rail, sidewall to belt rail
Permissible rated tensile force: 100 daN/225 lbf
The stated values only apply if the following conditions
are met:
•
The load must stand on and be fixed in place at the
floor.
•
The load must be secured by at least two tie-down
points on the rail.
•
The distance to the next load securing point on the
same rail may be max. 1 m/3 ft.
Ventilation
When transporting gas cylinders, additional ventilation
must be put in place for the cargo area. A diagonal
ventilation path is sensible so that both heavy and
light gases can escape if released e.g. install a roof
ventilator at the front and a bottom vent at the rear
(see chapter 7.2.6 “Modifications to the roof structure”
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