WEATHER GUARD Model 236-3-01 Quick Clamp Rack, Full-Size, Curb Side - Manual (Page 7)

9. Assemble the Ladder Guides
through the slots of the Crossmembers
and slide up to the ladder. Tighten the
Fasteners.
WARNING
Ladders must be secured per
ANSI standard A142.2-1990
paragraph 8.4.4. Ladder dam-
age will occur from road shock
and vehicle vibration if the lad-
der is not properly secured to
the ladder rack. Bouncing and
side to side motion of an im-
properly secured ladder will
cause wear and weaken the
ladder. Using a damaged lad-
der could lead to a structural
collapse and could result in a
serious injury or death.
5/16-18 x 7/8"
Carriage Bolt
5/16" Flat Washer and
5/16"-18 Nylon Lock Nut Figure 14. Ladder Sway Brace
CAUTION
To keep debris out of your
eyes when drilling, always
wear protective eyewear.
Figure 13. Clamp Adjustment
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CAUTION
Load should be approximately centered
front to rear. Failure to do this will cause
damage to the vehicle roof. Long loads
that extend out the rear of the vehicle will
prevent the rear hatch from fully opening
and cause damage if attempted.