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Table of contents
Important Note & Warnings
Making the Recovery
Safety, Environmental Impact, Recovery Points
Recovery Damper, Bow Shackles
Snatch Strap
Tree Trunk Protector, Winch Extension
Snatch Block
General Care & Maintenance
Warranty
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DEFINITIONS:
Minimum breaking strength’ for a motor vehicle recovery strap, means the minimum
load necessary to cause the strap to fail
‘motor vehicle recovery strap’ means a strap, commonly called a snatch strap, for
attaching to a bogged vehicle to tow it clear of the bogged situation.
‘gross vehicle mass (GVM)’ for a motor vehicle means the maximum loaded mass of
the motor vehicle as stated:
a. On the compliance plate, registration certicate, or build plate for the vehicle;
or
b. In the handbook for the vehicle; or
c. In documentation for the vehicle available from the vehicle manufacturer
IMPORTANT NOTE
WARNING
INCORRECT USE MAY RESULT
IN INJURY OR DEATH!
Vehicle OCCUPANTS and BYSTANDERS have been KILLED by flying projectiles (such as tow
balls) when recovery straps have been attached incorrectly.
NEVER attach recovery straps to vehicle fittings such as tow balls, tow bars, tie-down points
or tow hooks.
ONLY attach recovery straps to an APPROVED recovery point/device that is suitably rated for
use with the strap.
BEFORE attempting a vehicle recovery all passengers must exit the vehicles and stand as far
away as possible.
WARNINGS
Always follow the product instructions. It is important to correctly attach the recovery
strap to a motor vehicle. A standard tow ball or vehicle tie-down point is not designed
for this purpose and may result in the strap or a vehicle component detaching from
a motor vehicle and striking and seriously injuring or killing a person. Only attach the
strap to a vehicle recovery point or device that is suitably rated for use with the strap.
Incorrect use has previously resulted in serious injury and death.
• Exceeding the capacity of this product will cause it to fail. Do NOT use this product
if it is damaged in any way and always inspect prior to use.
• Persons intending to use this product should consider completing a nationally
recognised four-wheel drive training course, or contact a four-wheel drive club for
comprehensive advice on the proper selection and use of the recovery product.
• All passengers should exit the vehicle. Passengers and spectators should stand
more than 1.5 times the length of the recovery strap away from vehicles engaged
in the recovery.
• Avoid kinks and twists in the webbing & keep clear of all sharp and hot surfaces.
• Always drape an item such as a recovery damper, heavy bag, blanket or similar
over your Bushranger strap while in use.
• Never use your strap for lifting or conventional towing.
• If you have any doubts about whether the recovery procedure is within the
Minimum Breaking Limit of your Bushranger strap, DO NOT USE IT.