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1. About this document
You
must
comply
aspects for safe use of the product.
• Read this document carefully before use.
• Keep this document for consultation later
on.
• Hand this document on to the end-user.
1.1. Conventions
This document includes symbols and text
highlights. The meanings are explained
below.
1.1.1.
Warning instruction
A warning instruction clarifies a danger and
explains measures to defend against the
danger. The warning instructions are struc-
tured as follows in this document:
S I G N A L W O R D
Type and source of the danger
Consequences and explanation of the dan-
ger.
▶ Measures for avoiding the danger.
1.1.2.
Signal words
Signal words indicate dangerous situations
and their consequences.
D A N G E R
The consequences are death or severe
injuries to persons.
W A R N I N G
The consequences can be death or severe
injuries to persons.
C A U T I O N
The consequences can be slight or signifi-
cant injuries to persons.
A T T E N T I O N
The consequences can be damage to prop-
erty.
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the
following
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1.1.3.
Representation
i
This symbol marks an instruction.
▶
This symbol marks a call for action.
➥
This symbol marks the result of an
implemented call for action.
2. Safety instructions
2.1. Operator's obligations
This document is part of the product and
an important component in the safety con-
cept. Non-compliance can lead to severe
injury or death.
2.2. Intended use
The FlexRack is intended for use by cou-
rier, express and parcel delivery services.
The FlexRack is designed for securing and
transporting parcels.
2.3. Foreseeable incorrect use
Danger from uncontrolled road han-
dling
If the maximum permitted load is
exceeded, severe to fatal injuries can
result.
▶ Observe the maximum permissible field
load and maximum permissible load
capacity.
▶ Observe the following details in the
handbook and in the vehicle documenta-
tion provided by the vehicle manufac-
turer:
▹ Maximum permissible axle load,
▹ Maximum permissible total weight.
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