- For Safety of yourself and others, always take care when using ratchet
and cam straps.
- Please read and follow all these warnings carefully, failure to do so
could result in damage to the product or personal property and could cause
injury.
- Protect your cargo against possible strap abrasion at points of
contact.
- Never stand in the direct path of the strap when tensioning to prevent
the risk of injury should the strap become detached.
- These straps must never be used as personal restraints, for towing
vehicles or to support the weight of a human being.
- Do not overtighten since this can cause damage to cargo or possible
personal injury. Use only hand leverage to work ratchet handle.
- Do not exceed the working load capacity as stated on the packaging.
- Ensure that both the hooks and the buckle are aligned with the
directions of the tension.
- Attachment hooks must be positioned such that they can not move or
slip in use
- Ensure that the points of attachment to the vehicle or trailer are of
sufficient strength to withstand the maximum loading that will be produced
during use.
- If securing an item with a suspension system (such as a motorcycle)
ensure that the suspension is fully compressed whilst tensioning the
strap. In this case it is also essential that an equal tension is applied
to both front and rear suspensions.
- Take additional care if securing large objects or objects with large
flat areas that may be subject to aerodynamic lifting forces. The forces
generated by aerodynamic lift can be very high, always use the appropriate
number of straps and drive at reduced speeds to minimise these forces.
- Do not use mechanical devices to apply additional force or tension.
- Protect the webbing of the straps from sharp edges, abrasion, hot
surfaces or exposure to acids.
- Check the strap regularly for signs of deterioration or damage.
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