274 Tipper platform Instructions for fitting equipment can be found in the body/equipment mounting directives in the Mercedes-Benz body manu- facturer portal: http://bb- portal.mercedes-benz.com Safety prop G DANGER When working beneath the raised tipper plat- form/quick-change platform, it may lower if operated incorrectly or if there is a leak in the hydraulic system. You could be crushed as a result. There is a risk of fatal injuries. Secure the raised tipper platform/quick- change platform with the safety prop before working beneath it. The tipper platform/ quick-change platform should not be laden when doing so. Example:
maximum load sticker of the lashing point on the tipper X Loads that need to be kept upright should be secured in all directions at the lashing points or lashing eyes in the platform floor, depending on the vehicle's equipment. Only use lashing material conforming to valid standards (e.g. DIN EN), for example cargo nets and lashing straps. When securing the load, always use lashing eyes that are nearby and pad sharp edges. Working mode X Always secure the cargo net or a tarpaulin at all available lashing points. While doing so, ensure that the mounting hooks are secured so that they cannot be uninten- tionally released.
Fitting equipment on the tipper plat- form G WARNING If you attach mounted implements incorrectly or do not secure them properly, this equip- ment may tip over. There is a risk of injury. Never attach mounted implements, e.g. grit- ting equipment using the lashing eyes, instead use the mountings intended for the purpose. X To secure the tipper platform: raise the platform ( Y page 277). X Pull safety prop : out of bracket ; and swing it down as far as it will go in the direction of the arrow. X Lower tipper platform ( Y page 277) until safety prop : rests in bracket = . ! Body mounting (e.g. of gritters) using the lashing eyes is not permissible.
To mount a gritter, use the fastening components on the platform. The lashing eyes are only to be used for securing a load. Platform dropsides Important safety notes G WARNING When opening the side panel lock, the drop- side may drop downwards. This is particularly