To
“
Lock
”
the Brackets and Pivot Laterals together insert
“
Locking Pin
”
on both sides of unit.
If Clevis Pin with Circular Retaining Ring in Hole 2 or 4 of Pivot Lateral is seated in the Top Slot.
Note: Push the heads of the clevis pins against the side of the mounting bracket to assure clearance when
lifting the cradle itself from the loading position to the storage position.
3
–
Load your Kayak into your rack and rotate to the Kayak Storage Position by:
a: Rotating the Cradle toward the water such that there is a space between your watercraft and the handle of
approximately 3 to 5 inches when you start the lift. With the Dockside Operation model do this using the tether
strap. With the Waterside Operation model do this by standing in the water and centered on your rack,
grasping the handle and rotating toward you.
b: Floating your kayak into the rack (between the handle and the webbing) such that the front of the cockpit
seat is centered in the cradle.
Insert 2
nd
Clevis Pin through hole in bracket
and secure with
“R” Retaining Clip on opposite side.
If Clevis Pin with Circular Retaining Ring in Hole 2 or 4 of Pivot Lateral is seated in the Bottom Slot
Insert 2
nd
Clevis Pin through hole under the
bracket and secure with
“R” Retaining Clip on opposite side.
Webbing Length Adjustment :
As a result of the assembly procedure, the mark on the webbing should be located at the cam buckle.
This setting is a nominal setting for kayaks with a width of 27 to 29 inches. Based on the width and
contour of your kayak, this setting may vary. As a guide, add 2 inches in length for every inch your kayak is
greater in width than the 27 inches indicated. Shorten if less than 27 inches.
This setting has 2 purposes:
1
–
To accommodate the size
and contour of your Kayak
2
–
To allow your Kayak to sit at
an angle to minimize rain
entering the Kayak and
therefore collect in the cockpit
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