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Attach buckle strap to boat.
Attach strap to
grab handle
or
rescue bar
and pull tight.
Attach hook to plain
strap loop.
Slide plastic tube to protect vehicle
at contact point.
NOTE:
Twisting the strap will
help reduce wind vibration.
Insert end of plain strap
into buckle.
(press tab)
Adjust strap tension by
pulling plain end.
• Apply even
pressure to front
and rear straps.
• Bind up and tie off
any excess strap.
Check straps periodically during travel and tighten if necessary. Replace any
straps that are worn or frayed before using (see your yakima dealer).
Hook the strap to a metal
surface on the bumper, tow
loop, or frame hole using
hook.
Failure to secure front and rear of long loads to ends of vehicle
can result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
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Now that you’ve installed your
BowDown take a moment to
enjoy your beverage of choice.
Use the built in bottle
opener to crack open
a cold one.
• Do not drink
alcohol and drive.
• Do not drink
alcohol and boat.