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  • Hello! I have carefully reviewed the user manual for the Sealey car transporter ratchet tie downs, models TDRWA, TDRWKIT, and TDRWS. This manual provides safety guidelines, installation steps, and maintenance instructions for these tie downs designed for securing vehicles on transporters. I'm ready to assist you with any specific questions you may have about these products.
  • What material are the web lashings made from?
    What is the temperature range for polypropylene (PP) web lashings?
    What should be done if web lashings have accidental contact with chemical products
    What is the maximum hand force to be applied to web lashings?
CAR TRANSPORTER RATCHET TIE DOWN
MODEL NO’S: TDRWA, TDRWKIT, TDRWS
Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these
instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE
THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR
PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
1. SAFETY
9 In selecting and using web lashings, consideration shall be given to the required lashing capacity, taking into account the mode
of use and the nature of the load to be secured. The size, shape and weight of the load, together with the intended method of use,
 transportenvironmentandthenatureoftheloadwillaectthecorrectselection.
9 For stability reasons free-standing units of load have to be secured with a minimum of one pair of web lashings for frictional lashing
and two pairs of web lashing for diagonal lashing.
9 The selected web lashings shall both be strong enough and of the correct length for the mode of use. Basic lashing rules:
 •Planthettingandremovaloperationsoflashingbeforestartingajourney;
 •Keepinmindthatduringjourneyspartsoftheloadmayhavetobeunloaded;
 •CalculatethenumberofweblashingsaccordingtoEN12195-1:1995;
 •OnlythoseweblashingsdesignedforfrictionallashingwithSTFonthelabelaretobeusedforfrictionallashing;
 •Checkthetensionforceperiodically,especiallyshortlyafterstartingthejourney.
9 Becauseofdierentbehaviourandelongationunderloadconditions,dierentlashingequipment(e.g.lashingchainandweb
 lashings)shallnotbeusedtolashthesameload.Considerationshallalsobegiventoancillaryttings(components)andlashing
devices in the load restraint assembly are compatible with the web lashing.
9 Duringuseathooksshallengageoverthecompletewidthofthebearingsurfaceofthehook.
9 Release of the web lashing: Care should be taken to ensure that the stability of the load is independent of the lashing equipment and
 thatthereleaseoftheweblashingshallnotcausetheloadtofallothevehicle,thusendangeringthepersonnel.Ifnecessaryattach
lifting equipment for further transport to the load before releasing the tensioning device in order to prevent accidental falling and/or
tilting of the load. This applies as well when using tensioning devices which allow controlled removal.
9 Before attempting to unload a unit of load its web lashings shall be released so that it can be lifted freely from the load platform.
9 During loading and unloading attention has to be paid to proximity of any low overhead power lines.
9 The materials from which web lashings are manufactured have a selective resistance to chemical attack. Seek the advice of the
 manufacturerorsupplierifexposuretochemicalsisanticipated.Itshouldbenotedthattheeectsofchemicalsmayincreasewith
 risingtemperature.Theresistanceofman-madebrestochemicalsissummarizedbelow.
9 Polyamidesarevirtuallyimmunetotheeectsofalkalis.However,theyareattackedbymineralacids.
9 Polyester is resistant to mineral acids but is attacked by alkalis.
9 Polypropyleneislittleaectedbyacidsandalkalisandissuitableforapplicationswherehighresistancetochemicals(otherthan
certain organic solvents) is required.
9 Solutionsofacidsoralkaliswhichareharmlessmaybecomesucientlyconcentratedbyevaporationtocausedamage.Take
contaminated webbings out of service at once, thoroughly soak them in cold water, and dry naturally.
9 Web lashings complying with this Part of EN 12195 are suitable for use in the following temperature ranges:
 -40°Cto+80°Cforpolypropylene(PP);
 -40°Cto+100°Cforpolyamide(PA);
 -40°Cto+120°Cforpolyester(PES).
9 These ranges may vary in a chemical environment. In that case the advice of the manufacturer or supplier shall be sought.
9 Changingtheenvironmentaltemperatureduringtransportmayaecttheforcesintheweblashing.Checkthetensionforceafter
entering warm areas.
9 Weblashingsshallberejectedorreturnedtothemanufacturerforrepairiftheyshowanysignsofdamage.
9 The following criteria are considered to be signs of damage:
 •Onlyweblashingsbearingidenticationlabelsshallberepaired;
• If there is any accidental contact with chemical products, a web lashing shall be removed from service and the manufacturer or
 suppliershallbeconsulted;
 •forweblashings(toberejected):tears,cuts,nicksandbreaksinloadbearingbresandretainingstitches;deformationsresulting
 fromexposuretoheat;
 •forendttingsandtensioningdevices:deformations,splits,pronouncedsignsofwear,signsofcorrosion.
9 Careshouldbetakenthattheweblashingisnotdamagedbythesharpedgesoftheloadonwhichitisused.Avisualinspection
before and after each use is recommended.
9 Only legibly marked and labelled web lashings shall be used.
9 Weblashingsshallnotbeoverloaded:Onlythemaximumhandforceof500N(50daNonthelabel;1daN=1kg)shallbeapplied.
Mechanical aids such as levers, bars etc. as extensions are not to be used unless they are part of the tensioning device.
9 Web lashings shall never be used when knotted.
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Refer to
instructions
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9 Damage to labels shall be prevented by keeping them away from sharp edges of the load and, if possible, from the load.
9 The webbing shall be protected against friction, abrasion and damage from loads with sharp edges by using protective sleeves and/
or corner protectors.
2. INTRODUCTION
Manufactured from polyester webbing with stitched reinforcement around hooks. Suitable for securing cars on transporters using wheel strap,
whichslidesontothemaintiedown.Featuressoftwheelchokerforuseonalloywheels(ModelTDRWAonly).Adouble-locking,shortnarrow
handle ratchet ensures there is no risk of disengagement or tension loss until the handle is released.
3. SPECIFICATION
OPERATION
4. OPERATION
TDRWA,TDRWKIT,TDRWSIssue119/11/21
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Model No. Breaking
Strain
Cross
Strap
Length
Hook Maximum
Tension
Webbing
Length
Webbing
Width
Quantity Wheel Type
TDRWA 5000 kg 320 mm J-Type 2500 kg 3 m 50 mm 1Alloy
TDRWKIT 4500 kg 320 mm J-Type 2250 kg 3 m 50 mm 4Alloy or Steel
TDRWS 4500 kg 320 mm J-Type 2250 kg 3 m 50 mm 1 Steel
Release Lever
Pull Release Lever
to disengage double
locking mechanism.
g.1
g.2
NOTE: If unsure of requirements for specic application of Tie Down, seek professional advice.
4.1. INSTALLING THE TYRE RESTRAINT
4.1.1.  Passthesectionofthenon-ratchetwebbingintooneendofthecrossstrapandthenbackthroughitattheotherend(seeg.1)
4.1.2.  Fixthehookendofthewebbingtothetrailerwhererequired(seeg.1)
4.1.3.  Loopthewebbingthathasbeenfedthroughthecrossstrapoverthetyre(seeg.1).
4.1.4. Place the webbing at approximately the 2 o’clock and 10 o’clock locations on the tyre.
4.2. INSTALLING THE WEBBING TO THE RATCHET
4.2.1.  Pullthereleaselever(g.2)tofreetheratchetlever.
4.2.2. Open the lever fully to expose the slot in the ratchet spool. It will lock in this position.
4.2.3. Pass webbing through the slot in the ratchet and pull the webbing through to remove as much slack as possible before ratcheting.
4.2.4. Pull the release lever to enable the ratchet lever to return to the ‘down’ position.
4.2.5. Start ratcheting by raising and lowering the handle.
4.3. RELEASING THE STRAP
4.3.1.  Pullthespringloadedreleasetab(g.2)tooverridetheratchetmechanism.
4.3.2.  Openratchetuntilitisfullyopenandat.
4.3.3.  Pullwebbingfromthenon-xedsidetoremoveit.
4.3.4. Close ratchet handle once webbing removed.
NOTE: For additional information see the Sealey YouTube channel.
5. MAINTENANCE
5.1.  Afteruse,thoroughlywipedownthestrapandtheratchetbodyusingasoft,cleananddrycloth.
5.2. Store the unit in a clean and dry environment.
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ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Recycleunwantedmaterialsinsteadofdisposingofthemaswaste.Alltools,accessoriesandpackagingshouldbesorted,takento
a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment. When the product becomes completely
unserviceableandrequiresdisposal,drainanyfluids(ifapplicable)intoapprovedcontainersanddisposeoftheproductandfluids
according to local regulations.
Note: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior
notice.
Important: No Liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
Warranty: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which is required for any claim.
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