WEATHER GUARD 225-3 User Manual
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Model 225-3 Accessory Center Crossmember
VAN STORAGE SOLUTIONS
FOR THE WAY YOU WORK™
ATTENTION: PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
BEFORE ASSEMBLING, INSTALLING OR USING THIS PRODUCT.
WARNING
This product is only intended for, and only designed for, transporting ladders, lumber, pipe and other similar materials. It is the
responsibility of the user to secure these materials to the rack be fore transporting. Any modications 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. Failure to comply could result in death or serious body injury.
CAUTION
To keep debris out of your eyes always wear protective eye wear. Do not apply too much pressure when drilling. Too much pressure
may cause dimples in the roof around the holes. Also, there may be a danger of penetrating the interior head liner. Failure to heed
this warning will result in death or serious injury.
– NOTICE –
for Models 223-3 & 224-3
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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.
INSTALLATION TIME
Approximate installation time: 30 minutes per unit (0.5 hours) depending on van equipment installation experience.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Electric Drill
• 9/32 & &13/32" Drill Bits
• Straight board (long enough to span
the Crossmembers of your rack)
• Ratchet Wrench
• 1/2" Socket (deep well preferred)
• 7/16" Socket
• 3/8" Socket
• 3" Socket Extension
• 7/16 & Open or Box End Wrench
• 9/16 & Open or Box End Wrench
• Ruler
• 1- Crossmember
• 2- Mounting Bracket
• 2- Mounting Pad
• 2- Clamp Bar
• 2- 221 Stand
PARTS LIST
BOLT KITS
Bolt Kit #32-0016 is provided with the 225-3. Check this bolt kit to be sure the following parts are included:
DESCRIPTION
Installation Tool
1/4-20 Blind Fastener
QTY.
1
4
DESCRIPTION
1/4" Flat Washer (yellow)
1/4-20 x 1-1/2" Hex Hd. Bolt
QTY.
1
4
*24-0165*
1/4-20 x 2-1/4" Blk. Ox. Bolt
5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
1/4" Lock Washer
1/4" Flat Washer
1
6
6
8
1
5/16-18 x 7/8" Carriage Bolt
1 oz. Tube E-6000 Sealant
Spacer - 1/8" thick
1/4-20 Nylon Lock Nut
Part No. 24-0165 Rev B 10/11 (ECN 5026)
6
1
4
4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 1. Parts Identification
221-3 Stand
221-3 Center
Mounting Bracket
NOTE: This instruction sheet is designed for vehicles with the van rack already installed. If installing the 225-3 while
installing a 223-3 or 224-3, follow those instructions, which will refer you back to this instruction sheet when necessary.
221-3 Stand
STEP 1. Remove the two #10-24 Screws that hold the front and rear side rails together. Unbolt and remove both front
rails from the front Crossmember. Unbolt the Adjustable Ladder Clamp and corresponding Ladder Sway Brace from
the front Crossmember if you plan on moving them to the 225-3 Crossmember.
STEP 2. Fasten the Mounting Brackets to the Stands just loose enough so the Mounting Brackets will pivot on the
bolts (see Figure 2.).
221-3 Center
Mounting Bracket
*NOTE: If installing the rack on a
Windstar van, use the 5/16-18 x 1-1/4"
Carriage bolt (removed from the front
Crossmember/Stand) in place of the
5/16-18 x 7/8" Carriage Bolt if
fastening the Stand and an Adjustable
Clamp Assembly to the Crossmember.
Use a 5/16- 18 x 7/8" carriage bolt
from the 225-3 bolt kit to replace the
5/16-18 x 1-1/4' carriage bolt used for
the 225-3.
2
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