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Warnings and Limitations for Suspenz
®
Roof Rack Carriers
Customer Service:770-518-0045
Fax: 770-518-8507
Website: www.suspenz.com
Suspenz®, Inc.
These instructions cover the installation and use of Suspenz Roof Rack Carriers. It is important to read &
understand the requirements and limitations of the roof rack on the vehicle and the operating instructions for
the vehicle.
Installation, maintenance and use must comply with product and vehicle instructions. It is important to
securely mount these Roof Rack Carriers and to adequately secure the load to the Vehicle. Failure to do so can
result in the racks and/or load coming loose during travel causing a serious accident.
Suspenz is not responsible for the installation, condition, or security of after market roof racks and crossbars.
Crossbar attachment points must be spaced a minimum of
24”
apart along the length of the vehicle.
Modification of the Suspenz mounting hardware and carriers is not safe, not permitted, and will void the
warranty.
Be aware that during transportation ropes and straps can stretch and shift. In addition, attachment hardware
can loosen. Check and tighten straps, ropes, and hardware at the start of a trip and at intervals along the way.
These intervals can depend on distance travelled, speed, weather (rain and wind), severity of terrain.
If you have stopped and left your vehicle unattended, inspect the security of the load for possible damage by
others.
Do not exceed the maximum loads specified for the vehicle roof, the roof racks, or this Suspenz Carrier.
Water can add significant weight to watercraft, exceeding the load capacity of racks, carriers, and vehicle roof.
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Before loading a watercraft on the Carriers, empty all water that may have entered into hatches
and bulkhead areas.
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During and after rain, check the load to verify water has not become trapped. Empty all trapped
water.
Supplied straps must be used (according to instructions) on each Carrier along with the supplied Bow & Stern
straps to secure the load.
Loads attached to the roof of the vehicle can affect the handling characteristics of the vehicle (steering,
braking, and cornering, for example). This is especially true in areas of high side winds.
Do not take the roof rack carriers through an automated carwash. Remove the roof rack carriers first.
Be aware of the total height of the carriers and watercraft. Be sure there is adequate clearance before entering
a garage, carport, fast food drive through or other area of restricted height.
Maintain the roof rack carrier using fresh water and mild cleaning solutions. Do not use bleach, ammonia, or
alcohol solutions which can damage the plastic and rubber parts.
In saltwater environments, rinse off the salt spray with fresh water.
Do not use these Roof Rack Carriers for the storage of your Watercraft.
