WEATHER GUARD 1450 - Manual (Page 2)

Read and understand all WARNINGS, DANGERS, NOTICES and INSTRUCTIONS before assembly and installation.
Ladders must be secured per ANSI standard A14.2-1990 paragraph 8.4.4. Ladder damage will occur from road shock and vehicle
vibration if the ladder and/or materials are not secured to the rack. Bouncing and side-to-side motion of an improperly secured
ladder will cause wear and weaken the ladder. Using a damaged ladder could lead to a structural collapse and could result in seri-
ous injury or death.
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Prior to drilling, so as not to cut or puncture fuel tanks, fuel lines, brake lines, electric wires, etc., check under the vehicle for loca-
tions. To keep debris out of your eyes when checking the underside of the vehicle, or when drilling, always wear protective eye
wear.
This product is only intended for, and only safe for, transporting ladders, lumber, pipe and other similar materials. It is the respon-
sibility of the user of this rack to secure these materials to the rack before transporting. Any modifications made to this product
for any other purpose than its intended use could create a hazardous condition that can cause serious personal injury or property
damage.
To prevent resonant vibration damage during vehicle operation with an unloaded rack, leg assemblies should be removed.
Any modification or unintended use of this product shall immediately void all manufacturers warranties. Manufacturer disclaims all
liability for injuries to persons or property resulting from any modification to or unintended use of this product.
Do not seal uprights to the leg socket seams. We strongly suggest that you remove and store the upright assemblies when not in
use. Warranty will be void if sealant is not properly applied to all seams and crevices.
If at any time during the assembly or installation procedures you have a question or are in need of assistance call 1-800-456-7865.
Our customer service agents are eager to help you with your WEATHER GUARD® product.
The illustrations show installation on the passenger side of the vehicle. For installation on the driver side, simply reverse the parts.
If your pickup has a bed liner, you may need to drill, trim or cut the liner for proper installation of this product.
The best mounting hole location is between floor ribs, a floor spacer and/or two extra 5/16" washers have been provided to fill the
void. Or rotate the leg socket assembly 90 degrees to the rear of the vehicle if possible.
If you are installing this product on a F-150 the provided F-150 adapter must be used see figure 1b for installation procedures.
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