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Ford Ranger/ BT-50
Backbone - RFRB1
Important:
Please read these instructions carefully prior to installation.
Please refer to your fitting instruction to ensure that the Backbone System is installed in the
correct
location.
Check the contents of kit before commencing fitment and report any discrepancies.
Place these instructions in the vehicle’s glove box after installation is complete.
Layout
Important Information
Maximum load carrying capacity: 100kg / 220lbs
Maximum carrying capacity:
100kg (220lbs)
including the weight of the rack system
25kg (55lbs). Static Load Rating: 320kg/ 700lbs
Please refer to your vehicle manufacturers handbook for maximum carrying capacity. Always use the lower of the two figures. Load must be evenly
distributed over the entire basket.
Warning:
Do not attempt to fit the rack system to your vehicle unless you fully understand these fitting instructions.
Please direct any questions
regarding fitting to the dealer from where the roof racks were purchased.
Use only non-stretch fastening ropes or straps.
Recommendations:
It is essential that all bolt connections be checked after driving a short distance when you first install your roof racks. Bolt con
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nections should be checked again at regular intervals (once a week is enough, depending on road conditions, usage, loads and distances travelled).
You should also check the roof racks each time they are re-fitted. Always make sure to fasten your load securely. Please also ensure that all loads
are evenly distributed and that the centre of gravity is kept as low as possible and must be entirely contained within the extents of the roof racks.
Rack System must be removed when putting vehicle through an automatic car wash.
Caution:
The handling characteristics of the vehicle changes when you transport a load on the roof. For safety reasons we recommend you exer
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cise extreme care when transporting wind-resistant loads. Special consideration must be taken into account when cornering and braking.
Off-road use:
The Backbone Rack System may be used in off road applications, however a safety factor of 1.5 is enforced. That is, maximum permissible off road
load is
66kg (145lbs).
Although the crossbars are tested and approved to AS1235-2000/ 15011154, off-road conditions can be much more rigorous.
Extreme car must be taken in off road conditions
Note for Dealers and Fitters:
It is your responsibility to ensure these fitting instructions are given to the end user or client.
Rhino-Rack 3 Pike Street, Rydalmere,
NSW 2116, Australia.
Document No: R1071
Fit Time: 1.5 hours
(Ph) (02) 9638 4744
Prepared By: Will Davis
Issue No: 02
(Fax) (02) 9638 4822
Authorised By: Chris Murty
Issue Date: 07/09/2016
These instructions remain the property of Rhino-Rack Australia Pty. Ltd. and may not be used or changed for any other purpose
than intended.
1.
Check Part No./Kit is correct
3.
Fit roof rack accessory
2.
Read through instruction before installing 4.
Check and recheck all fasteners are secure
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