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INSTALLATION MANUAL
VAN STORAGE SOLUTIONS
FOR THE WAY YOU WORK™
Model 233-3 Accessory Center Crossmember
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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.
– 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.
INSTALLATION TIME
Approximate installation time: 24 minutes per unit (0.4 hours) depending on van equipment installation experience.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Ruler
• 5/16" Nut Driver
• Ratchet Wrench
• 3" Socket Extension
• Loctite® thread locker
• 1/2" Socket (deep well preferred)
• 3/8" Socket
• 1- Crossmember
• 2- Center Stands
• 2- Center Stand Plates
• Bulk Cushion Strip
PARTS LIST
BOLT KITS
Bolt Kit #32-0126 is provided with Model 233-3, check this bolt kit to be sure the following parts are included:
DESCRIPTION
5/16" Flat Washer 12
5/16-18 x 7/8" Carriage Bolt 10
5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut 12
QTY.
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5/16-18 x 2" Carriage Bolt 2
1/4-20 x 1/2" Taptite Screw 2
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
For any van other than a ‘92 and
newer Ford or ’96 and newer
Chevy GMT600/GMC Savana,
assemble the Center Stand
Plates to the 233-3 Stands.
STEP 1. Assemble Center Stand to Crossmember
If using a short
ladder, loosely fasten
the Adjustable Clamp
(supplied with your
234-3 or 236-3 rack),
using the fasteners
from the Clamp.
For any van other than a ‘92 and
newer Ford or ’96 and newer
Chevy GMT600/GMC Savana,
assemble the Center Stand
Plates to the 233-3 Stands.
STEP 2. Unfasten the Center Rail from the Front and Rear Side Rails of the rack. Slide the Center Rail rearward, then unfasten and
remove the Center Support.
STEP 3. Adjust the stands to the approximate gutter width dimensions for your vehicle shown below. Position the rack assembly on
the vehicle. Locate the stands as close as possible to the roof on all vans except the 1996 and newer Chevy GMT600/GMC Savana.
Check to make sure the Crossmember is centered between the stands before tightening the Crossmember/Socket bolts.
Approximate Gutter Widths
Ford 64-1/4" GM* 66-3/4" * - 1996 and older GM vans GMC Savana vans
Dodge 64-7/8" GM** 58-3/4" ** - 1996 and newer Chevy GMT600/
STEP 4. Reassemble the Center Rail, making sure to use a drop of thread locker on the screws.
STEP 5. Fasten the Stand Clamps.
STEP 6. Drill a .218 Diameter hole through one side of Center Rail using hole in short tube as a guide. Install 1/4-20 x 1/2" Taptite
Screw into hole using a drop of thread locker on the screws.
WEATHER GUARD® PRODUCT REFINISHING PROCEDURES
All WEATHER GUARD® Products are nished with a polyester
powder coating, and it is important to follow these procedures
to get proper adhesion. As Knaack LLC cannot control the
nishing of the products, the warranty for WEATHER GUARD®
Products on paint is not applicable on renished products.
1. Sand the surface to be painted with 180-200 grit sand
paper to rough up the surface. This should be followed by
wet sanding with a 400 grit wet or dry paper.
2. Wipe down the sanded surface with ketone based thinner.
This removes the dust and softens the powder coating for
better paint adhesion.
3. Wipe sanded area with a tack rag to remove loose dust
and particles before painting.
NOTE: Do not use a lacquer over the powdered coating.
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KNAACK LLC LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY FOR WEATHER GUARD® PRODUCTS
WEATHER GUARD® Products — Limited Lifetime Warranty
(Purchased on or after 1/1/2009)
Knaack, LLC (the “Manufacturer”) warrants to the original purchaser only that WEATHER GUARD® Truck and Van Products
(the “WEATHER GUARD® Product”) will be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase and
continuing for the expected lifetime of the WEATHER GUARD® Product. A copy of the original sales receipt must be supplied
to the Manufacturer at the time a warranty claim is made. This warranty terminates if the original purchaser transfers the
WEATHER GUARD® Product to any other person.
What is Covered
All WEATHER GUARD® Products identified above that are purchased on or after January 1, 2009.
What We Will Do to Correct Problems
Subject to the limitations and exclusions described in this limited warranty, the Manufacturer will remedy defects in materials
or workmanship by providing one of the following remedies at its option and without charge to the original purchaser for parts
or labor: (a) repairing the defective portion of the WEATHER GUARD® Product or (b) replacing the entire WEATHER GUARD®
Product. In addition, the manufacturer may elect at its option, not to repair or replace the WEATHER GUARD® Product, but
rather issue to the original purchaser 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.
What is Not Covered
This limited warranty expressly excludes:
• Defects caused by normal wear and tear, cosmetic rust, scratches, accidents, unlawful vehicle operation, or
modification to the product, or any types or repair of a WEATHER GUARD® Product other than those authorized or
provided by the Manufacturer.
• Defects resulting from conditions beyond the Manufacturer’s control including, but not limited to misuse, overloading,
or failure to assemble, mount or use the WEATHER GUARD® Product in accordance with the Manufacturer’s written
instructions or guidelines included with the WEATHER GUARD® Product or made available to the original purchaser.
• Damage to the contents of the box or vehicle.
• 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.
No Other Express Warranty Applies
This Limited Lifetime Warranty is the sole and exclusive warranty for WEATHER GUARD® products. No employee, agent,
dealer, or other person is authorized to alter this warranty or make any other warranty on behalf of Knaack LLC.
Notification Procedures
If the WEATHER GUARD® Product does not conform with the terms of this limited warranty, the original owner must promptly
notify the Manufacturer in writing upon discovery of the nonconformity. In order to receive the remedies under this limited
warranty, the warranty claim must describe the nature of the nonconformity, and a copy of the original sales receipt, invoice,
bill or other proof of purchase must accompany the claim. Repairs or modifications made to the WEATHER GUARD® Product
by other than the Manufacturer or its authorized agent will nullify this limited warranty. Coverage under this limited warranty is
conditioned at all times upon the owner’s compliance with these required notification and repair procedures. Warranty claims
must include reciprocal contact information and may be made via certified mail to:
Knaack LLC
ATTN: Warranty Claims
420 E. Terra Cotta Avenue
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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If you have any questions, please call toll free at 1-800-456-7865.
©2011 Knaack LLC
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