WEATHER GUARD Model 250 Sliding Ladder Rack - Manual (Page 7)

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6. Moving to the foot of the ladder, lift and push forward, causing the sliding mount to move forward and the
elastic cords to become tight. Stop if elastic cords become tangled with the ladder. Straighten cords and
continue.
7. With a firm two hand grip on the ladder, push and lift so that the undersize of the bottom step is aligned
with the face of the fixed catch. Ease your forward pressure and allow the elastic cords to push the step
against the fixed catch.
Note: The face of the fixed catch is designed to engage a variety of step designs. If the bottom step on
your ladder does not engage securely with the fixed catch try to reposition the step. If you need to
adjust the fixed catch’s mounting position, refer to the installation instructions in Step 4 on page 3.
8. Ensure the ladder is properly engaged with the fixed catch.
9. Loop the safety cable around the bottom step and clip it back on itself as shown in Figure 8. Always at-
tach the safety cable around a step. Other parts of the ladder may not be strong enough to hold the ladder
in a vehicle accident.
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Figure 8
Figure 7
Figure 8
WARNING
• Always attach safety cable around ladder step. Safety cable reduces the risk of the ladder coming free
during a vehicle accident.
• Inspect ladder before each use. Ladder can be damaged from road shock and vehicle vibration. Bouncing
and side-to-side motion may cause wear and weaken the ladder. Using a damaged ladder could lead to
structural collapse and result in serious injury or death.
• Keep hands clear of area where ladder engages rack.