Important Information
Recommendations
It is essential that all bolt connections be checked after driving a short distance when you first
install your Rhino Rack accessory. Bolt connections should be checked again at regular intervals
(probably once a week is enough, depending on road conditions, usage, loads and distances
travelled). You should also check the roof bars and accessories each time they are refitted.
Make sure to fasten your load securely. Please ensure that all loads are evenly distributed and
that the centre of gravity is kept as low as possible.
Use only non-stretch fastening ropes or straps.
Sensitivity to Crosswinds, Behaviour in Curves and Braking
The handling characteristics of the vehicle, changes when you transport a load on the roof.
For safety reasons, we recommend you exercise extreme care when transporting wind-resisting
loads; special consideration must be taken into account when braking.
Please remove crossbars when putting vehicle through an automatic car wash.
Load Ratings
Refer to vehicle manufactures carrying capacity for roof bars. When roof racks are to be used
in off-road conditions, please build a safety factor of 1.5 into this load limit. Although the roof
racks are tested and approved to AS1235-2000, Australian road conditions can be much more
rigorous. However, increasing the number of crossbars does not increase the vehicles maximum
permissible roof loading.
Note for Dealers and Fitters
It is your responsibility to ensure instructions are given to the end user or client
Rhino-Rack
3 Pike Street, Rydalmere,
NSW 2116, Australia.
Document No: RS-277
(Ph) (02) 9638 4744
Prepared By: Nigel Greig
Issue No: 02
(Fax) (02) 9638 4822
Authorised By: Gary England
Issue Date: 18/11/2009
These instructions remain the property of Rhino Rack Australia Pty Ltd and may not be used or changed for any
other purpose than intended.
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