717Manufacturer’s statements

717 Manufacturer’s statements (1) A written statement of the recommended maximum loaded mass (mass rating) for a heavy vehicle, or a component of a heavy vehicle, purporting to be made by the manufacturer of the vehicle or component is admissible in a proceeding under this Law and is evidence— (a) of the mass rating; and (b) of any conditions, stated in the statement, to which the mass rating is subject; and

(c) that the statement was made by the manufacturer. (2) A written statement of the strength or performance rating of equipment used to restrain a load and designed for use on a heavy vehicle, or on a component of a heavy vehicle, purporting to be made by the manufacturer of the equipment is admissible in a proceeding under this Law and is evidence— (a) that the equipment was designed for the use; and (b) of the strength or performance rating of the equipment; and (c) of any conditions, stated in the statement, to which the rating is subject; and (d) that the statement was made by the manufacturer. Example of equipment used to restrain a load— a chain or strap