WEATHER GUARD Model 229-3 All-Purpose Rack, Aluminum, Full-Size, 3 Cross Member - Manual

ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
All Purpose Rack - Models 209 • 219 • 229 • 2095 • 2097
Rev. A 5/05 Part No. 24-0166
TOOLS REQUIRED
• 7/16" Open or Box End Wrench (2)
• 1/2" Open or Box End Wrench
• Electric Drill
• 5/32" & 5/16" Drill Bits
• Scissors or Utility Knife
• 5/16" Open End Wrench
• Loctite
® thread locker
• Hacksaw
• Pencil
• Ruler
NOTE: We have found varying
tolerances between the top of
the doors and the rain gutters
on the 1992 and newer full-size
vans. Before placing van rack on
vehicle, check the door clear-
ance with the bottom clamp, by
holding it to the underside of the
rain gutter and slowly opening
the door. If the door hits, you
will have to move the clamp to
where more clearance is avail-
able. Some cases may require
moving the clamps rearward of
the driver and passenger side
doors.
Figure 1. Typical Installation.
WARNING
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 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, could
create a hazardous condition that can cause serious personal
injury or property damage.
IMPORTANT
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions and
warnings completely before
installation.
The distinctive, trademarked
RED TIPS are your assurance of
WEATHER GUARD® Equipment
quality.
Approximate Assembly and Installation time:
209: 42 min. per unit (.7 hrs.)
219 & 229: 48 min. per unit (.8 hrs.)
2095 & 2097: 21 min. per unit (.35 hrs.)
Depending on van equipment installation experience
CAUTION
Load should be approximately centered
front to rear on all vehicles. Failure to do
this will cause damage to the vehicle roof.