STEP 16
Measure the distance from center to center of mounting foot bed and set the rack assembly accordingly.
Tighten all hardware with a 3/8”-16 button head to a 15 ft-lb torque and tighten all other hardware to a 25 ft-lb
torque except the front legs hardware. (DO NOT TIGHTEN THE SET SCREWS ON THE FRONT LEGS).
STEP 17
Install rack onto truck using (1) Part B, (2) Part K, and (1) Part G for each leg. Mounting hardware is to be torqued to 25 ft-lb torque.
Prior to tightening rear make sure pins on rear cross member can be removed.
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SAFETY
1) Evenly distribute load over width and length of rack.
2) Material must be contained within the side rails of rack.
3) Do not use upper rail as a tie down point.
4) If material being secured does not sit higher than the upper rail, the tie down strap must pass under the upper rail.
5) Material should be secured using the available tie down points for the rear and center cross members, as well as the
front cross member when applicable.
6) Do not load material on side rails.
7) When loading or storing a ladder, the protective strip supplied must be used.
8) Never overload the rack with material greater than the racks rating (1,700 lbs).
9) Adhere to DOT and state requirements when transporting material on rack.
10) Properly rated straps must be used when securing material to rack.
11) Vehicle stability could be greatly reduced in the event that too much weight is placed on rack and vehicle.
The rating of the rack may be greater than the vehicle’s load ratings. Weather Guard recommends consulting the
vehicle manufacturer before loading material for assistance.
12) Do not use rack with Rear Cross-Member removed.
13) Replace any rack members or rack itself if damaged.
14) Remove rack if vehicle bed rails or truck bed are damaged.
15) Do not use a forklift to load material.
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