WEATHER GUARD 255 User Manual
MODEL 255 EZ-GLIDE™SYSTEM
DRIVER SIDE KIT FOR 251, 252, 253
ALUMINUM DROP DOWN LADDER RACK
ATTENTION–
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Read and understand all instructions and warnings before operating or using this product.
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
• Phillips Screwdriver (Large)
• Needle Nose Pliers
* 3/8" Drive Torque Wrench (in. lbs.)
• Tape Measure
• Flat Screwdriver (small)
PARTS LIST
See Page 2
• Rear Rotation Assembly
• Front Rotation Assembly
• 2 - Pivot Arms
• Rear Drive Tube/Handle
• Front Drive Tube
• Center Drive Tube
• Cylinder
• 2 - Ladder Supports
• 2 - Ladder Stops
• 2 - White Plastic Bushings
• 2 - Black Plastic Bushings
• 1 - Tube E-6000 Sealant
• 15-1" Dia. Vinyl Hole Covers
• 1 - Tube Loctite290
Assembly
60 min. per unit (1 hr.) 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
5/16-18 x 2" Hex Hd. Bolt
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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
1 Aluminum Bushing
1 Clevis Pin
1 Cotter Pin
1 Bushing Lubricant Tube
Approximate assembly and Installation time:
IMPORTANT BEFORE YOU BEGIN
HARDWARE KITS
See Page 3
1 RETRO ROTATION KIT:
2 5/16-18 x (4-1/4" or 5") Phillips Flat
Hd. Screw
2 5/16-18 x 4" Hex Hd. Bolt
4 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
6 3/8" Flat Washer
1
Part No. 24-0103 REV. F ECN 5315 05/13
255
Rev. F
24-0103
2
Clevis Pin Cotter Pin
FASTENER CHART
5
/16-18 x 4-1/2" Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16-18 x 2-3/4" 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
Aluminum Bushing
5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nut
5/16" Flat Washer
3/8" Flat Washer
Flat Plastic Bushing
5/16-18 x 4" Hex Hd. Bolt
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R
EAR ROTATION ASSEMBLY
STEP 1
Use the supplied lubricant and coat the pre-assembled Black Plastic
Bushing (A). Insert Rear Drive Tube/Handle Assembly (B) into the
Larger Black Plastic Bushing (C) in the Rear Rotation
Assembly (D) so that the Black Bushings are fully seated.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
NOTE: Large Black Plastic Bushings
are keyed to fit the Cross-Members
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