RHINO-RACK 2500 Series Black 2 Bar Roof Rack Instruction Manual

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Rhino 2500 Series

2500 Series Black 2 Bar Roof Rack

Important:

1. Please refer to your fi toting instruction to ensure that the roof racks are installed in the correct locations.
2. Check the contents of kit before commencing fi tent and report any discrepancies.
3. Place these instructions in the vehicle’s glove box after installation is complete.
4. This kit also requires the DK fi toting instructions
5. These instructions must be followed for warranty to be upheld.

Maximum carrying capacity:
75kg (165lbs) evenly distributed over crossbars. Please refer to your vehicle manufacturers handbook and DK Specification sheet for maximum roof loading.
Always use the lower of the two fi gurus.
Advisory:
It is essential that all bolt connections be checked after 48hrs from when you first install your crossbars. Bolt connections should be checked again at regular intervals (once a week is enough, depending on road conditions, usage, loads and distances travelled). You should also check the crossbars each time they are refitted. Make sure to fasten your load securely (see page 2 for advisory diagrams). Please ensure that all loads are evenly distributed and that the centre of gravity is kept as low as possible. Use only non-stretch fastening ropes or straps.
Load Ratings
When these roof racks are to be used on a vehicle that is driven off sealed roads, the manufacturer maximum roof load rating (to be found in the vehicle’s User Manual) should be divided by a safety factor of 2. For example, if the vehicle’s maximum roof load rating is 75kgs\165lbs, these racks, when fitted to this vehicle should have no more than 37.5kgs/82lbs loaded on them.
Caution:
The handling characteristics of the vehicle changes when you transport a load on the roof. For safety reasons we recommend you exercise extreme care when transporting wind-resistant loads. Special consideration must be taken into account when cornering and braking. Please remove crossbars when putting vehicle through an automatic car wash.
Note for Dealers and Fitters:
It is your responsibility to ensure these fitting instructions are given to the end user or client

The handling characteristics of the vehicle changes when you transport a load on the roof. For safety reasons we recommend you exercise extreme care when transporting wind-resistant loads. Special consideration must be taken into account when cornering and braking.
Although the system is tested and approved to AS1235-2000 / ISO 11154, off -road conditions can be much more rigorous. Extreme care must be taken in off road conditions

Kayaks should use additional straps to secure the load at the front and rear of the vehicle where possible.
Always use Kayak Carrier Cradles when transporting Kayaks on the roof.

Optimal Setup

The Kayak should be housed in Cradles and held in place with tension straps.
The front and rear of the Kayak should be fixed to the front and rear of the vehicle. A Nose Tie Down (RBAS1) should be used to secure the front of the Kayak.

Note: To complete installation, crossbars, leg and DK kits required. Be sure to have all three before attempting to begin.

Parts List

Tools Required: Security Allen key, provided in kit. Tape measure. Scissors.
NOTE: Items 1-5 are packed within crossbar. 6 – 12 are installed on legs

NOTE : Refer to the DK kit specification sheet for correct placement (Front & Rear, Left & Right) of the foot plate, rubber pad and metal strap. Also refer for sizes to cut the bar measurement strips.

1. Open the Crossbar box and remove the end caps. Shake the crossbar up and down to remove measurement strips and rubber buffer strips.

2. Install the Rubber Buffer Strips. Cut to size if required.

3. Using the key provided, remove the Cover Plate from the Legs.

4. The 2500 Legs will come with hardware assembled, however if the Pivot Nut is not attached to the leg, install as shown with the angled face of the nut facing outwards (as below). Attach pad to foot plate.

5. Clip rubber pad onto foot plate. Pad central locator lug and end tabs must fully locate into the foot plate. Refer to DK Kit Specificaton Sheet for correct orientation under pad/clamp numbers. Attach foot plate to leg.
   With the pad correctly fitted to the foot plate as per the DK spec sheet, clip the foot plate onto the base of the leg with the arrow facing In or Out according to your vehicle listed in the DK Kit specification sheet.
   Example:
   Attach foot plate to leg with arrow facing OUT
   Example:
   Attach foot plate to leg with arrow facing IN.
   Note: Facing IN is for a small number of vehicles.

6. Leg location decals:
   Stick the leg position labels inside the leg. The labels identify the position of the leg on the vehicle roof. Use as a guide when re-fitting the crossbars after removal. Refer layout below.

7. Measurement strip length:
   Refer to DK Specifi cation Sheet for cut length of bar measurement strips.
   NOTE: front and rear bar generally have diff erent lengths.
   a. Accurately cut measurement strips to length. Slide into each end of crossbar. Repeat for front & rear crossbar.
   b. Locate M6 nut into the crossbar then slide leg in to butt up against the measurement strip.
   c. The measurement strip must butt up against the end of the crossbar cut out. Tighten M6 security screw with the Allen key provided. Tighten to 4-5 Nm (2-3 lb/ft) Note:
   The measuring strip sits flush against the leg as shown. Do not push the leg over the strip.With Torque Key inserted, turn clockwise until handle straightens out as shown.This indicates 4-5 Nm. More pressure may be required in extreme climates.

8. Slide the remaining measurement strip that corresponds to the inside length into the end of the crossbar. Repeat this for front and rear crossbars. Cut strips flush with end of crossbar if required.

9. Insert the end cap into the crossbar and lock with key provided.

10. Position roof racks:
    Place racks onto the vehicle roof.
    Refer to DK specifi cation sheet for correct positioning of your roof racks.
    A. Measure forward from where the front and rear doors meet/close.
    B. Measure back to set distance between crossbars, centre of front foot plate arrow to centre of rear foot plate arrow.
    A and B measurements are to be in line with arrow in centre of foot plate .

11. Positioning decals:
    Stick the white arrow decals in line with foot plate arrows onto the body work inside the door jamb. This marks reference points for future use when racks are removed and then replaced.

12. Attach clamps:
    Hook the lower part of the metal clamp in at the top of the door jamb. Fasten M8 bolt to pivot nut.
    Bolts must be tensioned evenly each side of the vehicle to avoid pulling the rack to one side.
    Tighten to 4-5 Nm (35-44 lbf.in). DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
    Refer to DK instruction for correct clamp and pad combination for front and rear of vehicle.

13. Visually inspect and ensure that the clamp is correctly seated against the body of the vehicle.

14. Front cover key

15. Insert the two lugs on left side of front cover into the leg. Use key provided to turn lock barrel to the open position (O). Engage locking tab into leg. Turn to close (C).

*image shown with plastic keylock

Rhino-Rack, 22 Hanson Pl, Eastern Creek
NSW 2766, Australia
(02) 8846 1900
rhinorack.com.au
Document No: 2501
Prepared By: K.Everett
Authorised By: Nicholas Clarke
These instructions remain the property of Rhino-Rack Australia Pty. Ltd.
and may not be used or changed for any other purpose than intended.
Issue No: 11
Issue Date: 14/12/2018

References

• lbf – Learn by fun
• Rhino-Rack | Make Space For Adventure | Rhino-Rack AU

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