WEATHER GUARD 253 User Manual
MODEL 253 EZ-GLIDE™SYSTEM
GM / CHEVY MINI VAN
ALUMINUM DROP DOWN LADDER RACK
–ATTENTION–
ead and understand all instructions and warnings before operating or using this product.
R
WARNING
This product is only intended and only safe for transporting ladders. It is the responsibility of the user to secure these
materials to the rack before transporting.
Ladders must be secured per ANSI standard A142.2-1990 paragraph 8.4.4. Ladder damage will occur from road shock
and vehicle vibration if the ladder is not properly secured to the ladder rack. Bouncing and side to side motion of an
improperly secured ladder will cause wear and weaken the ladder. Using a damaged ladder could lead to structural collapse resulting in serious injury or death. Place ladder in a raised position before transporting. Driving with rack in lowered
position may cause serious injury or damage to vehicle, ladder, rack or persons.
–NOTICE–
Any modification 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 modification to, or unintended use of this product.
CAUTION
Never load your rack to exceed the safe capacity of your vehicle. Heavy loads when carried high can dangerously alter the
center of gravity.
Loads 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.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Open or Box End Wrenches
9/16" - 1/2" - 7/16"
• 3/8" Drive Sockets
9/16" - 1/2" - 7/16"
• 3/8" Drive Ratchet
• 5/16" Drill Bit
• Electric Drill
• Phillips Screwdriver (Large)
Needle Nose Pliers
•
• 3/8" Drive Torque Wrench (in. lbs.)
• Tape Measure
• Flat Scewdriver (small)
PARTS LIST
See Page 2
2 - Cross-Members
•
• Rear Rotation Assembly
• Front Rotation Assembly
Assemblies
2 - Pivot
•
• Rear Drive Tube/Handle Assembly
Front Drive
•
• Center Drive Tube
• Cylinder
• 4 - Mounting Brackets
• 2 - Ladder Supports
• 2 - Ladder Stops
• 2 - Drivers Side End Stops
• 2 - White Plastic Bushings
• 2 - Black Plastic Bushings
• 1 - Tube E-6000 Sealant
• 15- 1" Dia. Vinyl Hole Covers
• 1 - Tube Loctite 290
Arm
T
ube
120 min. per unit (2 hrs.) depending on van equipment and installer experience.
Read these instructions and warnings completely before installation.
Check these kits to be sure the following parts are included.
1 ROTATION KIT:
2 3/8-16 x 2-1/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
2 3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nut
11 3/8" Flat Washer
4 5/16-18 x 2" Hex Hd. Bolt
9 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
12 5/16" Flat Washer
3 5/16-18 x 4-1/2" Hex Hd. Bolt
2 5/16-18 x 2-3/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
8 Flat Plastic Bushings
Aluminum Bushing
1
Clevis Pin
1
1 Cotter Pin
Bushing Lubricant
1
Approximate assembly and Installation time:
IMPORTANT BEFORE YOU BEGIN
HARDWARE KITS
See Page 3
2 GUTTERLESS KITS:
6 5/16-18 x 2-3/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
4 5/16-18 x 1" Hex Hd. Bolt
4 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
14 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
24 5/16" Flat Washer
4 5/16" Rubber Washer
4 1-1/2" O.D. Fender Washer
2 Mounting Pad-Rubber See Page 2
2 Mounting Bases-See Page 2
TION KIT
A
Tube
RETRO ROT
1
2 5/16-18 x (4-1/4" or 5") Phillips Flat
Hd. Screw
5/16-18 x 4" Hex Hd. Bolt
2
4 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
6 3/8" Flat Washer
:
Crossmembers
Qty. 2
Front Rotation Assembly
Qty. 1
Pivot Arms
Qty. 2
Rear Drive Tube/Handle Assembly
Qty. 1
Front Drive Tube
Qty. 1
Center DriveTube
Qty. 1
Cylinder
Qty. 1
Mounting Brackets
Qty. 4
Mounting Bases
Qty. 4
Ladder Supports
Qty. 2
Ladder Stops
Qty. 2
Drivers Side End Stops
Qty. 2
White Plastic Bushings
Qty. 2
Rear Rotation Assembly
Qty. 1
Mounting Pads-Rubber
Qty. 4
Black Plastic Bushings
Qty. 2
2
5/16-18 x 4-1/2" Hex Hd. Bolt
3/8-16 x 2-1/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16-18 x( 4-1//4" or 5") Phillips Flat Hd. Screw
5/16-18 x 2" Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16-18 x 1" Hex Hd. Bolt
Aluminum Bushing
Clevis Pin Cotter Pin
5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nut
5/16" Flat Washer
3/8" Flat Washer
Flat Plastic Bushing
FASTENER CHART
5/16-18 x 4" Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16-18 x 1-1/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16-18 x 2-3/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16" Rubber Washer
1-1/2" OD
Fender Washer
3
CROSS-MEMBER ASSEMBLY
4
STEP 1 (DRIVER SIDE Front and Rear)
A
ttach Driver Side End Stop (A) to
Cross-Member (B) with 5/16-18 x 2-3/4"
Fasteners.
(B)
(A)
(2) 5/16-18 x 2-3/4"
H
ex Hd. Bolt
(4) 5/16-18 Flat
Washer
(2) 5/16-18 Nylon
L
ock Nut
STEP 2 (4 Places)
Attach Mounting Brackets (A) to
Mounting Bases (B) with 5/16-18 x 1"
Fasteners
(A)
(B)
(2) 5/16-18 Nylon
Lock Nut
(4) 5/16-18 Flat
Washer
(2) 5/16-18 x 1"
Hex Hd. Bolt
NOTE: To allow for final
fit-up, do not tighten
these fasteners at this
time.
STEP 3 (4Places)
Attach Mounting Brackets (A) to
Cross-Members (B) with 5/16-18 x 2-3/4"
Fasteners
NOTE: To allow for final
fit-up, do not tighten
these fasteners at this
time.
(A)
(B)
(2) 5/16-18 Nylon
Lock Nut
(4) 5/16-18 Nylon
Lock Nut
(2) 5/16-18 x 2-3/4"
Hex Hd. Bolt
5
REAR ROTATION ASSEMBLY
6
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