WEATHER GUARD 1225 User Manual
Warning, Caution
Part No. 24-0135 REV. D ECN 5315 05/13
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Model 1225 Service Body Ladder Rack
WARNING
This product is only intended for, and only safe for, transporting ladders,
lumber, pipe and other similar materials. It is the responsibility of the
user to secure these materials to the rack before transporting. Any
modifications made to this product, or use of this product for any other
purpose than its intended use, will create a hazardous condition that will
cause serious personal injury or property damage.
IMPORTANT
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions and
warnings completely before
installing.
BOLT KIT
Bolt Kit #32-0110 is provided with
your ladder rack. Check this bolt kit
to be sure the following parts are
included:
Quan.
Description
5
3/8-16 x 3/4" Hex Head,
Thread Cutting
24
3/8-16 x 1-1/2" Carriage
Bolt
4
3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Carriage Bolt
28
3/8" Flat Washer
28
3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nut
4
5/16-18 x 2" Carriage Bolt
8
5/16-18 x 1" Carriage Bolt
12
5/16 Flat Washer
12
5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
2
5/16" x 2-3/4" Snapper Pin
4
Rope Cleat (black)
8
10-24 x 2-3/4" F.H. Screw
8
10-24 Nylon Lock Nut
2
Square Cap Plug (black)
* See Bolt Chart on back page for
fastener reference
TOOLS REQUIRED
Electric Drill
Drill Bits - 7/32", 3/8", 7/16" & 1/2
3/8 Open or Box End Wrench
1/2" Open or Box End Wrench (2)
9/16" Open or Box End Wrench (2)
Screwdriver - common
Framing Square
Pencil or Marker
Tape Measure
Hack Saw
Hammer
CAUTION
Never load your rack to exceed the safe rated capacity of your vehicle.
Heavy loads carried high can dangerously alter the center of gravity.
MAXIMUM
LOAD CAPACITY
1000 lbs.
(evenly distributed)
1