WEATHER GUARD 280-3-01 User Manual
I N S T A L L A T I O N M A N U A L
HIGH ROOF SPRINTER PASSENGER SIDE EZ-GLIDE®
SYSTEM ALUMINUM DROP DOWN LADDER RACK
MODEL 280-3-01
-ATTENTION-
Read and understand all WARNINGS, DANGERS, NOTICES and instructions before assembly and installation.
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.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Open or Box End Wrench 9/16", 1/2"
• 3/8" Drive Socket 9/16", 1/2"
• 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
• Front Cross-Member Assembly
• Rear Cross-Member Assembly
• Drive shaft/Handle Assembly
• Lower Handle Section
• Upper Handle Section
• Cylinder
• Front Drive Tube
• Center Drive Tube
• Ladder Support
• Ladder Stop
• 4-Mounting Brackets
• 2-Black Plastic Bushings
• 2-White Plastic Bushings
• Tube E-6000 Sealant
• 15- 1" Dia. Vinyl Hole Covers
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTONS
Approximate Assembly and Installation time:
120 min. per unit (2 hr.) Depending on van equipment installation experience
IMPORTANT BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions and warnings completely before installation.
HARDWARE KITS
See Page 3
Check these kits to be sure the following parts are included:
1 HRR ROTATION KIT:
2 3/8-16 x 2-1/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
2 3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nut
7 3/8" Flat Washer
4 5/16-18 x 2" Hex Hd. Bolt
10 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
16 5/16" Flat Washer
1 5/16-18 x 4-1/2" Hex Hd. Bolt
1 5/16-18 x 1" Hex Hd. Bolt
1 Aluminum Bushing
1 Clevis Pin (1")
1 Clevis Pin (1-1/2")
1 Cotter Pin
1 Bushing Lubricant Tube
2 5/16-18 x 2-1/4" Phillips Flat Hd.
Screw
2 5/16-18 x 2-3/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
1 CHANNEL MOUNTING KIT:
8 5/16-18 x 2-1/2" Hex Hd. Bolt
4 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
8 5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
20 5/16" Flat Washer
4 Strip Nuts
4 5/16" Lock Washer
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Part No. 24-0265 REV. B ECN 5315 05/13
Front Cross-Member Assembly
Qty. 1
Rear Cross-Member Assembly
With Rear Slide Down
Qty. 1
Driveshaft/Handle Assembly
Qty. 1
Lower Handle Section
Qty. 1
Front Drive Tube
Qty. 1
Ladder Stop
Qty. 1
Upper Handle Section
Qty. 1
Center Drive Tube
Qty. 1
Mounting Brackets
Qty. 4
Cylinder
Qty. 1
Ladder Support
Qty. 1
Black Plastic Bushings
Qty. 2
White Plastic Bushings
Qty. 2
2
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
FASTENER CHART
Strip Nut
5/16-18 Nylon Lock Nut
5/16-18 x 2-1/4" Phillips Flat Hd. Screw
5/16-18 x 2" Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16-18 x 2-1/2" Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16-18 x 1-1/4" Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16-18 x 1" Hex Hd. Bolt
Clevis Pin (1")
3/8-16 Nylon Lock Nut
5/16" Lock Washer
5/16" Flat Washer
3/8" Flat Washer
Cotter Pin
Aluminum Bushing
Clevis Pin (1-1/2")
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REAR ROTATION ASSEMBLY
With Rear Slide Down
4
STEP 1
Slide a White Plastic Bushing (A)
into the Pivot Arm (B) as shown.
(A)
STEP 2
Use the supplied lubricant and coat the pre-assembled
Black Plastic Bushing (A). Insert the Driveshaft/Handle
Assembly (B) into the larger Black Plastic Bushing (C)
in the Rear Cross-Member Assembly (D) and through the
White Plastic Bushing in the Pivot Arm (Step 1) so that the
black bushings are fully seated.
(B)
(D)
(A)
(C)
(B)
STEP 3
Align holes in the Pivot Arm, White Plastic Bushing, and
Rear Drive Tube. Install the 3/8-16 x 2-1/4" Fastener. Next
install the 5/16-18 x 1" Fastener as shown.
3/8-16 Nylon
Lock Nut
NOTE: Tighten all marked (*)
fasteners to 200 in. lbs.
5/16-18 x 1"
Hex Hd. Bolt
(2) 3/8"
Flat Washer
* 3/8-16 x 2-1/4"
Hex Hd. Bolt
5/16-18 Nylon
5/16" Flat
Washer
Lock Nut
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