WEATHER GUARD 143-0-01 User Manual [en, es, fr]
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
ALUMINUM SADDLE BOX - E-LINE™
Models 143-0-01 and 143-5-01
SECURING YOUR REPUTATION™ WWW.WEATHERGUARD.COM
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Purchase Date: _______________
Place of purchase: _____________
Key Code: ___________________
Model # ___________ Serial # ________________
For your convenience, place
product registration tear-off
sticker here.
INSTALLATION TIME
Approximate Installation Time: 30 min. per unit (0.5 hrs.) depending on installer experience.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• 1/2" Ratchet Wrench • Ruler
PARTS LIST
• (1) Saddle Box
• (1) Removable Toolbox
• (2) Rubber Mounting Pads
Note: The rubber mounting pad comes as a single
piece and must be separated into two pieces, one for
each side of the truck.
• (2) Keys
• (4) Fender Washers
• (4) Retaining Washers
• (4) J-Bolts
• (4) Nylon Lock Nuts 5/16-18
-ATTENTION-
Read and understand all instructions and warnings before operating or using this product.
DANGER
Danger of explosion. Do not use this product for storing or transporting ammables, explosives, hazardous materials, or
hazardous waste, such as containers of gasoline, solvents, gun powder, dynamite, propane tanks, acetylene tanks and
cutting torches. This product is only intended and safe for use in storing and transporting small tools, equipment and
other similar materials. Any modications made to, or unintended use of this product, could create a hazardous condition
that can cause death, serious personal injury or property damage.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Note:
• If your pickup is tted with a plastic drop-in bed
liner, it may need to be drilled, trimmed, or cut for
proper installation of truck box.
• Truck box cover may not properly latch until box is
fully bolted to truck bed (4) places.
• Because truck bed congurations vary, (6) mount-
ing slots have been provided, to ensure the use of (4)
mounting clamps.
Step 1: LOCATE BOX IN TRUCK BED
• Place rubber mounting pads on bed rails.
• Place box into position on top of mounting pads.
• Use ruler to ensure box is centered in truck bed and
that cover opens fully without interference.
Figure 1
• Periodically check tightness of J Bolts to
insure proper attachment.
• Use touch-up paint on any drill holes to prevent
oxidation.
• Install boxes with vehicle parked on level ground.
Check clearance
with cover open
Figure 2
Step 2: ATTACH BOX TO TRUCK BED
• Attach J Bolt, lock nut and
washer as shown in Figure 2.
• Start with slot at drivers side front and
work clockwise until all four fasteners have
been installed.
5/16-18 Nylon
Lock Nut
Plastic
Retaining
Washer
"J" Bolt
Bed Lip
Fender
Washer
Mounting
Pad
Figure 2. "J" Bolt Fastening
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR OTHER WEATHER GUARD PRODUCTS
CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.WEATHERGUARD.COM
ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION FITS MODEL NUMBER
1 7975-0-01 Replacement Cover for 143-0-01 143-0-01
2 7975-5-01 Replacement Cover for 143-5-01 143-5-01
3 7976 Latch Rod Kit for 143-X-01 (Not Shown) 143-X-01
4 7009-2PK Gas Springs (2) 143-X-01
5 7977 Mounting Kit for 143-X-01
6 7978 Paddle Handle Non-Lock 143-X-01 143-X-01
7 7979-00 thru
7979-24
8 70022-2XX Keys (2) 2XX=Key Code All
9 7746 Decals and Bezels All
10 610 Removable Toolbox All
11 7730 Weatherstrip Kit All
12 921-4PK Ball Studs and Nuts (Not Shown) All
13 7106-1PK Striker Plate Kit All
14 70116 Latch Kit-Rotary 143 All
Includes (4 mounting clamps, 4 bolts, 4 washers and 2 mount pads)
Paddle Handle Locking 143-X-01 143-X-01
143-X-01
Note: In the model numbers above, X represents the color code for your model; 0 = Clear, 5 = Black
ALUMINUM SADDLE BOX
Paddle Handle
6
Non-Locking
4
Gas Springs
3
Latch Rod Kit
9
Decals and Bezels
Removable Toolbox
10
5
1
Replacement Covers
2
J-Bolt Fastening
7
Paddle Handle-Locking
Weatherstrip Kit
11
Ball Studs and Nuts
12
(Not Shown)
Striker Plate Kit
13
Latch Kit-Rotary 143
14
Keys
8
-NOTICE-
Any modication 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 modication to, or
unintended use of this product.
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Limited Warranty
The following limited warranty applies to all WEATHER GUARD® Products indicated below which are purchased on or after January 1, 2009. If
you have any questions or need assistance regarding the warranty of your product, please call our customer service department: (800) 456-7865
8:00am - 4:30pm CST.
WEATHER GUARD® — Limited Warranty
Knaack LLC, located at 420 E. Terra Cotta Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (the “Manufacturer”) warrants to the original purchaser only, subject
to the exclusions described below, that its [WEATHER GUARD E-LINE™ Product] (a “WEATHER GUARD Product”) will be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of 10 years from the original date of purchase (the “Warranty Period”). This limited warranty terminates if
the original purchaser transfers the WEATHER GUARD Product to any other person.
What is Not Covered - This limited warranty does not extend to and expressly excludes:
• Losses or damages to the WEATHER GUARD Product which are expected to occur during the normal course of its use, including without
limitation, cosmetic rust, scratches, dents or comparable and reasonably expected losses or damages.
• Losses or damages to the WEATHER GUARD Product resulting from conditions beyond the Manufacturer’s control including without limita-
tion, misuse, accident, abuse, neglect, negligence (other than Manufacturer’s), overloading, unauthorized modification or alteration, use
beyond rated capacity, or failure to install, maintain, assemble, mount or apply the WEATHER GUARD Product in accordance with the
Manufacturer’s written instructions or guidelines as provided by Manufacturer to the original purchaser.
• Damage to the contents of the WEATHER GUARD Product.
• Normal wear and tear for the following parts which are covered under this limited warranty for up to 3 years from the date of purchase: gas
shocks, locks, latches, striker, weather seal, cables, rollers, bearings, fill cap, straps, hydraulic cylinder, and elastic cords.
What We Will Do to Correct Problems - If a claim made during the Warranty Period is covered under this limited warranty, the Manufacturer
or its authorized representative or local authorized dealer will, at the Manufacturer’s sole option, (a) repair the defective portion of the
WEATHER GUARD Product or (b) replace the entire WEATHER GUARD Product, or (c) a refund equal to the purchase price paid for the
WEATHER GUARD Product or a credit to be used toward the purchase of new WEATHER GUARD Product. THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
FOR BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR, CORRECTION OR REPLACEMENT OF THE WEATHER GUARD
PRODUCT, OR REFUND OR CREDIT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE.
No Other Express Warranty Applies - This limited warranty is the sole and exclusive warranty provided to original purchasers of the
WEATHER GUARD Product identified above. No employee, agent, dealer, or other person is authorized to alter this limited warranty or make any
other warranty on behalf of the Manufacturer. The terms of this limited warranty shall not be modified by the Manufacturer, the original owner, or
their respective successors or assigns.
How to Notify Us - The original purchaser must promptly notify the Manufacturer upon its discovery that the WEATHER GUARD Product contains a
defect in materials or workmanship by calling the following number: (800) 456-7865. Notification must be made during the Warranty Period. In order
for a warranty claim to be processed, a copy of the original sales receipt must be provided to the Manufacturer or at Manufacturer’s instruction, to
its authorized representative or local authorized dealer. The Manufacturer will determine, in its sole and absolute discretion whether the claim is
covered or subject to the limitations or exclusions described in this limited warranty. The original purchaser may be asked to contact Manufacturer’s
authorized representative or local authorized dealer for further instructions on how to obtain the remedies available to it under this limited warranty.
Repairs or modifications made to the WEATHER GUARD Product by other than the Manufacturer, its authorized representative or local authorized
dealer will nullify this limited warranty. Coverage under this limited warranty is conditioned at all times upon the original purchaser’s compliance with
these required notification and repair procedures.
Limitation of Liability
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THE MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY ECONOMIC LOSS, WHETHER RESULTING FROM NONPERFORMANCE, USE, MISUSE
OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEATHER GUARD PRODUCT OR THE MANUFACTURER’S NEGLIGENCE. SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR DAMAGES CAUSED BY DELAY IN PERFORMANCE AND IN NO EVENT, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE CLAIM OR CAUSE
OF ACTION (WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, INFRINGEMENT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OTHER TORT OR OTHERWISE),
SHALL MANUFACTURER’S LIABILITY TO BUYER AND/OR ITS CUSTOMERS EXCEED THE PRICE PAID BY THE ORIGINAL OWNER FOR
THE WEATHER GUARD PRODUCT. The term “consequential damages” shall include, but not be limited to, loss of anticipated profits, business
interruption, loss of use or revenue, cost of capital or loss or damage to property or equipment.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
Product fits based on vehicle design available at the revision date. Vehicle manufacturers may change specs after the revision date, so if you have a vehicle
produced with a model year date after the revision date, please contact your distributor or Knaack LLC to verify fitting of product to vehicle.
WEATHER GUARD® Products are protected by one or more of the following patents: U.S. 5145087, 5308126, 4509787, 4573731, 4618083, D-346355,
D-346994, D-353574; Canada 1218968, 1224230, 1235100 and; U.K. 2233036. Other patents pending.
Knaack LLC
ATTN: Warranty Claims
E. Terra Cotta Avenue Crystal Lake, IL 60014
420
If you have any questions, please call toll free 1-800-456-7865.
©2013 Knaack LLC
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