Powerfix 103749-14-01A - Manual (Page 13)

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j Open the ratchet handle 1 and place the slotted shaft 3 into the position so that
the webbing 4 can be inserted into it (see Fig. A III).
j Insert the webbing 4 into the slotted shaft 3 of the ratchet. Carefully pull it
through the slotted shaft 3 until the webbing 4 lies snug against the load.
j Tighten 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
4 is wound at least 1.5 times to a maximum of 3
times around the slotted shaft 3 .
j Bring the ratchet handle 1 into the basic position (see Fig. A I). The load is now
secure.
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releasing the lashing strap
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.
CaUTIon! rISk of InJUrY! Make sure that nobody is near the load when
you release the lashing strap. Falling parts could cause injuries.
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.
j Open the ratchet handle 1 into the maximum position (see Fig. A III).
j Press the ratchet lock 2 and open the ratchet handle 1 until the end stop (see
Fig. B).
j Pull the webbing 4 completely out of the slotted shaft 3 .
j Release the S hook and thus the lashing strap from the load.