attaching the lashing strap
Q
The selected lashing equipment must be strong and long enough for the intended purpose
and have the correct length for the type of lashing. Responsible users plan cargo security in
advance: they plan the attachment and removal of the lashing devices before the start of
the journey. With longer trips, partial unloading must be considered. Calculate the number
of lashing devices according to EN 12195-1. Only lashing systems labelled for lashing down
with STF (standard tension force) may be used for friction lashing.
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U se the S hook to securely attach the lashing strap to the load.
j
O pen the ratchet handle
webbing
can be inserted into it (see Fig. A III).
4
j
I nsert the webbing
the slotted shaft
j
T ighten the lashing strap by moving the handle of the ratchet backwards and forwards (see
Fig. A I - III). Tighten the lashing strap until you have obtained the tension you wish to have.
note: Make sure that webbing
around the slotted shaft
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B ring the ratchet handle
releasing the lashing strap
Q
m CaUTIon! Check before releasing the strap that the load is stable. Make sure that
the load is stable even without the lashing strap and that it cannot fall down.
m CaUTIon! rISk of InJUrY! Make sure that nobody is near the load when you
release the lashing strap. Falling parts could cause injuries.
m CaUTIon! rISk of InJUrY! When opening the lashing equipment, the preload
force is released at a stroke. That is why you should open the lashing strap with the utmost caution.
note: Before starting to unload, make sure that the lashing equipment is released so that
the load can be lifted freely.
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O pen the ratchet handle
j
P ress the ratchet lock
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P ull the webbing
j
R elease the S hook and thus the lashing strap from the load.
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and place the slotted shaft
1
into the slotted shaft
4
until the webbing
3
4
is wound at least 1.5 times to a maximum of 3 times
4
.
3
into the basic position (see Fig. A I). The load is now secure.
1
into the maximum position (see Fig. A III).
1
and open the ratchet handle
2
completely out of the slotted shaft
4
into the position so that the
3
of the ratchet. Carefully pull it through
3
lies snug against the load.
until the end stop (see Fig. B).
1
.
3
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