Mercedes-Benz Vito 109 CDI/BlueTEC, Руководство по эксплуатации

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obstacle, in the event of full brake application
and on poor road surfaces
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the applicable requirements and guidelines
relating to load-securing practices must be
met
If this is not the case, this may constitute a
punishable offence, depending on local legis-
lation and any ensuing consequences.
Always observe the legal requirements for the
country you are currently in.
Make sure that the load is secure before every
journey and at regular intervals during a long
journey. Adjust the load as necessary.
Always observe the operating instructions or the
lashing strap manufacturer's instructions for
the operation of the lashing strap.
You can obtain information about securing the
load correctly from the manufacturer of the
load-securing aids or lashing material. Also
observe the safety information in the loading
directions (
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page 312).
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Fill spaces between the load and the load
compartment walls or wheel arches. For this
purpose use rigid load securing aids, such as
wedges, wooden fixings or padding.
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Attach secured and stabilised loads in all
directions to lashing eyelets and the guide
rails in the rear.
Only use lashing material, such as lashing
nets and lashing straps, which has been tes-
ted in accordance with current standards
(e.g. DIN EN).
Lashing material tested in accordance with
current standards (e.g. DIN EN) can be
obtained from any specialist firm or
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
When securing a load, always use the closest
lashing eyelets and pad sharp edges for pro-
tection.
Lashing points (example: panel van)
Fixed lashing points on the floor (example: Tourer
with seat anchorages)
Variable lashing points in the guide rails (example:
Tourer with seat rail system)
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Guide/load rails
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Lashing eyelets
If your vehicle is equipped with guide/loading
rails
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in the load compartment floor, you can
place lashing rods directly in front of and behind
the load. The lashing rods directly absorb the
potential shifting forces.
Securing loads on the load compartment floor
by lashing them down is only recommended for
lightweight loads. Lay anti-slip mats underneath
the load to secure the load additionally.
Fitting/removing lashing eyelets for
the guide rails
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WARNING
If the lashing eyelet is not properly fitted, it
may slip or become detached in the event of
abrupt changes in direction, braking manoeu-
vres or an accident. This may cause objects,
luggage or the load to slip, tip over or be
Securing loads
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Transporting loads with the vehicle
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